I have always said that I would hate going to women’s college. That I didn’t want to deal with all of the drama that was sure to come with hundreds of girls living in such close quarters. Of course, the thought of boys not being on campus did not sound fun at all. After talking to one of my mom’s co-workers, who attended Brenau University, I decided to go check it out, I mean at this point I had no clue where I wanted to go.
As soon as I drove on to the campus I fell in love. The buildings were beautiful and had so much character. Stepping out of the vehicle I noticed the gorgeous fountain setting in the middle of the front lawn and a beautiful stone gazebo on the corner with the statue of a woman sitting inside it.
“This is where I want to go.” I told my mother before we had even started our tour.
When our tour began we walked around the entire campus. Passing by the new sorority houses and dorm rooms, I could see myself living there and being a part of a sisterhood. I could see myself walking those sidewalks to class and going to the dining hall to grab a bite to eat. Every time we passed someone my guide said hello to them by name, even the teachers. This made me fall even more in love with the school. I had always wanted a small campus where everyone knew each other and the teachers remembered who you were.
As our tour continued our guide told us about some of the traditions that Brenau had. My favorite to learn about was the fountain. Whenever someone gets engaged at Brenau, their friends throw them in signifying the start of a new life. I loved the idea of being tossed in a fountain by my closest friends after I got engaged. I wanted so badly to participate in all the amazing traditions that they had here at Brenau.
Looking back now I am so glad that I got over my fears of going to a women’s college. I have only been a here a month and I have made friendships that I am sure will last a life time. I have found people that will help to grow and become more confident in who I am. I am proud to be a part of the Brenau community.
