Magis is one of Fairfield’s core Jesuit values. Although, by definition, magis means “more,” sometimes the best way to spread the spirit is through small gestures. For example, smiling, holding the door for others, reaching for a box of cereal for someone from the top shelf, or being patient in a long line; and saying please and thank you. Through the years, I have learned that the spirit is showing love to everyone no matter the circumstances. To me, magis means being your best self. On a day-to-day basis as a student athlete I have to have balance and set goals; two things I excel in. First, I set goals on a daily basis. As a member of the Cross Country Team, I set personal goals in times I want to reach and as a team we collaborate on the
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In addition to being a student athlete, I am a Christian. It is my duty as a Christian to care for others. One ongoing problem that we can all try to alleviate is the unjust treatment non-white citizens receive on a daily basis. While I come from a very diverse town, I have the privilege to be friends with many non-white people. From these friendships, I have learned that they do not share the same benefits I do simply because of my white skin tone. When my friends are mistreated it becomes a personal problem, not one that I read about in the news. As Christians it is our job to stick up for others who are mistreated and by the power of the people, we can change the culture of America and laws that create prejudice towards non-white people. Changing the culture starts with you and me, saying, “hey, that’s not okay.” Some people don’t know that their actions are inappropriate so racial and social education is crucial. I have stood up for my friends in the past and I want to do more for my friends and fellow citizens. One way I can do more is by spreading awareness and knowledge. A great place to start on campus is through the Racial Justice for Social Justice Club; this club has the potential to create a culture of acceptance and understanding. During my years as a stag, as I try to be my best self, I intend on bringing these issues that are important to me to the
In addition to being a student athlete, I am a Christian. It is my duty as a Christian to care for others. One ongoing problem that we can all try to alleviate is the unjust treatment non-white citizens receive on a daily basis. While I come from a very diverse town, I have the privilege to be friends with many non-white people. From these friendships, I have learned that they do not share the same benefits I do simply because of my white skin tone. When my friends are mistreated it becomes a personal problem, not one that I read about in the news. As Christians it is our job to stick up for others who are mistreated and by the power of the people, we can change the culture of America and laws that create prejudice towards non-white people. Changing the culture starts with you and me, saying, “hey, that’s not okay.” Some people don’t know that their actions are inappropriate so racial and social education is crucial. I have stood up for my friends in the past and I want to do more for my friends and fellow citizens. One way I can do more is by spreading awareness and knowledge. A great place to start on campus is through the Racial Justice for Social Justice Club; this club has the potential to create a culture of acceptance and understanding. During my years as a stag, as I try to be my best self, I intend on bringing these issues that are important to me to the