Reflection

I can't believe how much I have learned from NGLA, not only about leadership but also about myself. I learned that in order to be a great leader it is important to experience, reflect, evaluate, and then act. I've experienced and now is the time to reflect. The variety of knowledge available to student leaders at NGLA is incredible. All of the speakers have experienced success, sadness, disappointment, and dedication; it's wonderful how a large part of their life's work is communicating their stories to students, their only wish being that they educate students who act upon it. For those who say it's not easy to be Greek because of all the stereotypes and judgements, think again. We have an amazing support system from our Greek communities, our advisors (s/o to MB, you the real MVP), to people at headquarters. All of these people are apart of this to watch you and each other succeed.  Going Greek has been one of the best decisions I've made and attending NGLA has supported this idea. I have been offered an amazing amount of opportunities to better myself and my community, words can't express how thankful I am (but they can try). The dedication I have seen from my fellow leaders was absolutely inspiring. I really wish that everyone could experience NGLA because there is so much invaluable knowledge there. My hope now that I'm back is to spread this knowledge. I'm very lucky to be part of such an exemplary Greek community and I can't wait for all of us who went to educate our peers on how to be the best we can be.