Reflections on Pledging a Fraternity, Round 2

One of the best decisions I made as an undergrad at Cal was to pledge Alpha Phi Omega, a national co-ed community service fraternity. It was in this fraternity that I learned how the 3 cardinal principles of Leadership, Friendship and Service become not only pertinent but imperative in every aspect of my life. It was also in this fraternity where I finally felt the sense of family, a sense of brotherhood and compassion admist such a large campus where your only identity is the 8 digit student id assigned to you. It was also in this fraternity that I realized a sense of responsibility as an individual to "be the change you wish to see" in this world and also how a small handful of people working as a unit can truly make a difference.

Now I am in grad school and once again joining a fraternity--this time a professional one. Though the goals may be different, the brotherhood and sense of responsibility is everclear. I look forward to making more memories, to forging bonds and to find common goals to work together to accomplish even greater things. I am optimisitic. Though this quarter may be a bit hectic, I am eager and determined.