Honor's Day

Everyone has that favorite time of the year. That one holiday, week, weekend or day that you just really look forward to. Some say Christmas or their birthday. For me, there's a tie:

1. Thanksgiving
2. ONU Honor's Day

This weekend, I had the opportunity to relish in Honor's Day of my junior year. This year, I was inducted into Omicron Delta Kappa, the leadership honorary at Ohio Northern. As honored and excited as I was, Honor's Day means more to me than simple recognition. The following are the reasons why I love Honor's Day:

1. Mama and Papa C- A majority of students at Ohio Northern have the luxury of seeing their parents at least once a month. Being from Central Pennsylvania, I do not share in the same luxury. Since my freshman year, my parents have come to Ada for Honor's Day. It means a lot to spend time with my parents, especially during this stressful time of the year.

2. PolaR Bear PRide- Honor's Day always falls on the climax of the OAC Tournament season. For the past two years, the ONU softball team has hosted the OAC Tournament. I get to enjoy some great games and watch my best friends play softball. I love being apart of that innate Polar Bear pride that fills the stadium.

3. ONU Pride- Every ceremony, every meal, every walk, ONU pride just fills the air. I'm a firm believer that this university nurtures excellence. Honor's Day recognizes the people who maintain the level of excellence within the university. It's a celebratory weekend, that I enjoy being apart.

I will always remember my experiences with Honor's Day, and I am upset that my experiences will end next year. I love this university, and I could not be happier about my decision to continue my education here in Ada.