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“When I came to the Forum, I was filled with questions and concerns about the future. After experiencing the Forum, I still have questions and concerns, but now I have tools to answer them and look forward to my future.”
Matt Candau – Loyola Marymount University |
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“I have always been one to reflect internally. I listen to the thoughts and suggestions of others, and then think about how that impacts me. Through the Forum, I was able to let go of this insecurity and feeling of vulnerability, and directly tackle my most inner thoughts and apply them to my future plans.”
Magdalena Slusarz - Rutgers - The State University of New Jersey |
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“This experience was unique, life changing, and developing. It enhance my views of who I am, where I want to be, and how to value myself and others. Memorable!
Ruth Santana – St. John’s University |
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“This Forum really helped me to put everything into perspective. Hearing stories from my peers gave me reassurance about my future and confidence in my dreams. I realized that its okay to be unsure about my career path and I gained the courage to try new things.”
Tara McHugh – Villanova University |
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“I was so blessed to have been able to attend the SLF. Surrounding myself with such a high caliber group has made me want to become a better student, a better leader, and a better person. The SLF was an incredible life-changing experience.”
Melissa Sharpe – Murray State University |
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“I knew little about BGS when coming into the Leadership Conference, but through the experience I not only learned about leadership, but also myself and my peers. This conference has helped me make some life-changing decisions.”
Anita Atuegbu – University of Central Arkansas |
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“The Forum helped me to realize what I need to change to be an effective leader. I was able to effectively evaluate my career path in relation to my values and personal goals.”
Zachary Breckenridge – Arkansas State University |
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“I had no idea what to expect at this Leadership Forum, but I’m leaving with a better sense of the world and the person that I want to be.”
Brittany Smith – University of Vermont |
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“The Student Leadership Forum is an excellent opportunity to meet the ‘best of the best’. I found that in the process of meeting and learning about others, I learned more about myself.”
Tim Couch – Southeast Missouri State University |
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“Overall, I had a great opportunity to meet a bunch of amazing people who are more like myself then I would have ever imagined. The sessions were great in teaching me things that I didn’t know about myself, which resulted in a truly wonderful experience.”
Etienne St-Martin – Brock University |
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“I found it very encouraging to hear the opinions and hopes f my peers about the future. It was nice to know there were other people in my exact situation, not have everything figured out, even at the top of the class.”
Pate Gardner – Francis Marion University |
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“The BGS Student Leadership Forum exceeded my expectations. It was a great and refreshing experience with a group of awesome and inspiring peers. The sessions were beneficial and thought-provoking. Couldn’t ask for a better experience!”
Kaylee Krischel – Southern Illinois University Edwardsville |
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“The dynamic of the Student Leadership Forum is unparalleled to any other leadership conference I’ve ever participated in. I’m truly inspired to be a better leader on campus and push myself to do bigger things.”
Sarah Furjanic – Creighton University |
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“I will never forget the things I learned, the people I met, and experiences I gained from this. I was blown away by the poer of so many well-rounded young individuals to make this such a dynamic and inspiring event in my life and the lives of each other.”
Alexandra Russomagno – Villanova University |
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“To be a great leader, I need to understand what I want to accomplish and what goals I have for my life. The Student Leadership Forum helped me to realize my priorities and goals and how I am going to reach them.”
Katie Lewis – Mississippi State University |
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“The BGS Forum was amazing. I walked into the Forum unsure as to what I would learn. I walked away from the Forum with renewed motivation to continue to be an ethical leader. As well as the friendships I forged that will last a lifetime.”
Justian C. Rich – Morgan state University |
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