One-of-a-Kind Traditions with Kaleb

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Let’s hear from Kaleb from Yuba City, California. He’s studying mechatronics and math, and has a major thing for the one-of-a-kind way LeTourneau does tradition. This campus culture is clearly all about striking a balance of awesome career prep and unparalleled connection, right, Kaleb? You are up.

– Thanks, Alex. What’s up, guys? I knew I wanted to be an engineer since I was five years old and saw the movie “Meet the Robinsons” for the first time. It was never a question of if, but where and how. God showed me the answers through LeTourneau University. The day I stepped foot on LeTourneau’s campus, I knew I would end up here. I discovered an incredible community of students and professors committed to learning, teaching, and living for the glory of God. One of my favorite parts about campus culture, traditions. LeTourneau traditions are fun and wacky. Some are new and some have been around for decades. We start the year off by competing for a spray painted cow skull at the legendary Silver Steer competition. During the semester, we play campus-wide golf with tennis balls and host a trick or treat event for the local community. We also perform funny skits during Hootenanny, our annual talent show. Turn all of campus into a NERF zombie apocalypse and of course, toss people into the campus pond on their birthday. By the end of the semester, it’s hard not to have made lasting memories and lifelong friends. Life at LeTourneau isn’t just about the silly stuff either. I often find myself reaching out to my professors for mentorship and wisdom, in addition to academic help. There have also been many late nights spent in my room having theological discussions with the guys in my dorm. This combination of fun traditions, caring professors, and strong community creates a college experience that builds lasting relationships, a love for learning, and a heart for service. The LeTourneau community is like a second family to me. I love my university and I’m proud to be LeTourneau built. Well, it’s not my birthday, but just so you can see how it’s done, throwing it back to you, Alex.

– Talk about memorable experiences. We think we heard that splash from here. This guy’s a serious student having some serious fun. Maybe we’ll come back for the college tour’s next birthday. Now someone get him a towel. Thanks again, Kaleb.