Embracing opportunities - student reflection

This  was my first time attending Southwestern Black Student Leadership Conference, as I am a junior transfer from Stephen F. Austin University. This was a great opportunity, because nothing was like this conference has been offered to me before. If students had the chance to be in involved in this event earlier in their collegiate careers this would be very beneficial to  helping  students understand what a strong leader is, what traits they show, and how they help their followers  transform from the "following aspect" to leading their own organizations one day. 

The conference was also very informative in giving out information about how students can enhance their public speaking skills, being skeptical, and also gave us opportunities to actually get real world experience in using these skills. 

An opportunity was offered to us to participate in a oratorical contest at the last minute and at the drop of a hat I accepted the challenge. Unfortunately, I did not win the contest - but it was a great experience to work on public speaking and preparation with only having one day. I would encourage students to quickly apply for next year's conference, and not to take the opportunity for granted.

~McCoy

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