Photo courtesy of Maggie Fix

As a lot of family and friends have reminded us, this was not the end of our time at Elizabethtown College we originally imagined. It is truly a loss that we should all mourn. However, instead of talking about what we missed out on, I want to celebrate the unique experiences. Personally, I have been challenged as a leader more than I have ever imagined. I grew as a leader and communicator following our transition to the online setting. In addition, I spent unexpected time with family and reconnected with old friends. This time has really taught me to slow down and take in the moments. Sometimes as an Etown student, it is difficult to slow down. We are all so involved with our campus community. 

While I write this today, I want to reflect on some of the many “wins” we had as a class. First, we are the graduating class from this decade. Second, we hosted an awesome Junior/Senior that was attended by 370 Etown students, many of them members of the class of 2020. Third, we had the opportunity to witness the growth of the Bowers Center for Sports, Fitness and Well-being.  Lastly, members of our class took part in the Presidential and Vice-President of Student Life search, that brought us President Cecilia McCormick and Vice President for Student Life Dr. Celestino Limas. 

Our class has accomplished some pretty remarkable things within the past four years, but we aren’t done yet. We will be the first ever class to graduate during Homecoming Weekend in front of not only our family and friends, but many alumni too. We will enhance the space outside of the Koon’s Activity Venue (KAV) for students to enjoy for many years to come with the money raised for our Senior Gift. It has been my honor and pleasure to serve as your Class President for the past two years.  I cannot wait to see you all again at commencement October 11, 2020.

Blue Jays, Always!

Margaret J. Fix