Members of the °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ community share what they are most thankful for this year
During this season of gratitude, we asked members of the °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ community what they are most thankful for this year. From students to faculty and staff, one theme stands out in their responses; an overwhelming appreciation for family, friends and the connections that make life meaningful.
“I am thankful for my friends, family…that’s all I really need.â€
Lauren Eby, ‘27
Major: Health Science
“I’m thankful for my health and my 17-year-old daughter.â€
Jon Kearns
Technical Assistant, Academic Achievement Center
“I’m very thankful for my parents, they are paying for my tuition, so I have to be thankful for that! I’m also a member of the (°ÅÀÖÊÓƵ) swim team and am thankful to all of my teammates. And I’m thankful for my girlfriend.â€
Aaron Fowler, ‘27
Major: Computer Science
“I’m thankful for having this job and for my little one…also for all of my students. I love teaching, this is my first year teaching at the graduate level and it’s been a wonderful new experience.â€
Dr. Hui Zhang
Associate Professor, Communications
“There is so much to be thankful for, but for me it’s my family and friends as well as the °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ community.â€
Roody Jean-Louis, ‘26
Major: Public Health
“I am thankful to live in a place where I have clean water, access to food and I am surrounded by people who love me.â€
Tony Winters
Staff Assistant, Testing Operations Specialist, Academic Achievement Center
“I am thankful for all of my friends and my family.â€
Tigin Bombardier, ‘27
Major: Health Sciences
“I am thankful for my parents and for my body, I’m not sick and in good health. I’m thankful for my (°ÅÀÖÊÓƵ swim team) teammates, my friends and my girlfriend.â€
Jirat Saengthong, ‘27
Major: Aviation Management