Student Involvement with Kobe

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There’s always something going on at St. Ben’s and St. John’s with over a hundred clubs and organizations across both campuses and right in the middle of it all is Kobe. Kobe is a physics major from Nassau Bahamas. He’s employed in the Center for Student Leadership and Engagement, so he has his finger on the pulse of everything. Kobe fill us in on what’s happening.

– Thanks, Alex. How’s it going everyone? I’m an aspiring engineer dedicated to discovering green and sustainable forms of energy to help end the devastating effects of climate change that I witnessed from my home in The Bahamas. And there’s no better place to start my journey then here at St. Ben’s and St. John’s. With their commitment to experiential learning and undergraduate research. However, there’s more to a university than the classroom, and that more is what makes this community perfect for you and me. I’ve had the privilege of being a member of the St. Johns Senate and an engagement specialist at our Center for Student Leadership and Engagement, which literally puts me at the heart of the student experience. I get to put on activities like Family Carnival, Big Prize Bingo and Mom Prom, which forced a lasting friendships and a sense of belonging. We also support over a hundred clubs and organizations, where students are able to discover their passions. Some of our most active clubs, like the African Student Association, the Archipelago Caribbean Association, the Japanese Bunker Club, and exploring Latin American culture, are a testament to the cultural awareness and diversity that you’ll find on these campuses. Another critical part of our community is bonding, which you’ll see in one of my favorite Johnny Traditions hot bread night. Yes, Johnny is socializing with their floormates, over a meal of hot, fluffy, and delicious Johnny Bread and toppings. You’ve really got to be here to experience the things that make CSB and SJU, feel like home away from home. I love St. Ben’s and St. John’s, for the freedom to find my path, to become a well-rounded civic-minded critical thinker. There’s so much here for me and I know there’s something here for you too. Take care. Passing it back to you, Alex

– Kobe, we all love your energy and your passion for making sure every student at St. Ben’s and St. John’s gets opportunities to connect and engage and find the people, the projects, and the passions that will transform them. Thank you for your commitment. Now I’m hungry for some of that Johnny Bread. Thanks again.