I'm an official member of "The Team"

I got to go with the NGU Crusader Football team to Ohio to play Central State Ohio-we crushed them by the way. It was a great trip! Hanging out on the bus, being one of the guys, doing what guys do. I went to class with Jamarius Robinson (AKA Rip), then we were off to board the bus. Lunch was provided-it consisted of a sub sandwich and chips. I'm pretty sure the cheese was plastic, though. You know that cheese that comes in the Fisher Price play toy food pack; yep, that kind of cheese. Good thing I have an iron stomach. The guys didn't seem to mind, though. I mean, they will eat anything that doesn't eat them first; their football players. Like I said, we had a long, fun trip to Ohio. Once we were in Ohio, it was time for bed. So, I took my shower and Jamarius tucked me in. By the way, a bedtime story from a bunch of college football players is a little more like a nightmare...but they tried.

In class- it was very interesting.

On the road...again.

Ahhh, plastic cheese-my favorite!

Time for bed-this was after the football team told me a bedtime story and sang a lullably. Very disturbing.

Words of wisdom from Rip

Rip and I ready for the game

Getting ready for the game was pretty intense. All the guys were very serious and "focused". Jamarius felt it necessary to get me ready for the game by having a little heart to heart. I understand this is referred to as "getting your game face on." He gave me some words of encouragement, then it was time to suit up. It was really neat to have this experience! The football team really made me feel apart of the team and represented NGU very well. They are a great group of guys and I was honored to come along on the road trip. It was a great game and I hope to do it again soon. There's nothing like a road trip, a group of guys, football and plastic cheese! Onto the next adventure.....

I'm Back!

I had a little break in my travels. Evidently, there is such a thing as "Fall Break" for college students. That was nice! I had a few days at home just to chill (that's what college students call it), but it's back to the grind now. These Admissions folk don't take a break from recruiting...ever. As soon as fall break was over, I hit the road with JP (Justin Pitts). We're tight, so I get to refer to him by his nick name. Anyway, we hit the road for Sumter, SC. Sumter is a neat place. Pretty small, but lots of nice people. I went to a fair with JP, and got my picture taken with the official NGU fair set up.

The NGU table at a fair with an IPad. Pretty cool, huh?

The full set up-I like it!

JP and I had a great time on the road. He's not quite the talker like Andy Ray, but we had a good time getting to know each other. JP loves his students and loves recruiting. I can't wait to hit the road with him again. I've hear there are some new adventures on the way...a trip to Ohio with the football team. Now that sounds like fun....

Catalyst in "Hot"lanta

I went to Atlanta, GA this weekend for Catalyst. It was so cool! There were hundreds of students there, great bands, and some amazing speakers. I also ate ALOT! I mean, everywhere I turned, the students wanted to eat something else. Of course, I didn't want to hurt their feelings, so I ate typical college student food-pretzels and pizza. Great combo, huh? I'm pretty sure I got heartburn from the combination, but it was so worth it. When you're with a bunch of college students, you must give into the "How many pieces of pizza can you eat?" contest, right?

I got to meet some really neat people, too. The founder of Tom shoes, Blake Mycoskie, was there. I got to meet him during a book signing. Very neat! The story behind the Tom shoe is so amazing and the guy was pretty cool, too. I must say, it was a fun trip. I was introduced to this place called "Hot"lanta and got to hang out with a bunch of fun, young people. They really know how to have a good time...and I think my heartburn is finally going away. Stay tuned. I have lots of adventure ahead. You never know where I will end up next. It's been a great journey so far.....

We have arrived! Watch out, "Hot"lanta.

Who Cares? I do. I really do.

Blake Mycoskie, Founder of Toms

He signed my book! He SIGNED my book!

Before the Pizza Eating Contest-At least I have a Coke to wash it down, right?

Ahhh, the pretzel. Good stuff. A happy knight.

Look at all those pretzels. Ummmm!

It's over. I came, I saw, I ate. God moved. Enough said.

On the road again...

I guess I didn't realize how many places there were in North Carolina. I mean, I have been EVERYWHERE! Just when I thought we were done, Andy would strap me into the car and begin singing, "On the road again...". If I hear him sing that little ditty one more time, I think my bobble head will explode.

Safety first, peeps!

Salisbury Already. Wow, that was fast. Andy is a speed demon for sure.

Reidsville High School

Rockingham County High School-lots of fun!

Shew. This recruiting thing is harder than I thought. But, the pay off has been great. I have already met some wonderful people and some students that would be perfect for NGU. I mean, who could ask for more? The open road, Andy Ray as the pilot, a great school to promote, and food at a random "hole in the wall". I'm discovering that Andy seems to be famous for those! Anyway, I have had some really neat adventures so far. But, I can't wait for the ones to come. It's only a matter of time until I'm "On the road again". AHHHHHHH!

Recruiting in the great state of NC

I hit the road with Andy Ray this week; traveling all over the place. We went to North Carolina which was a great place. Lots of nice people there in NC! Andy likes to talk, so I just sat in the car, rode and listened. He had lots of things to share-the man is FULL of stories. I guess because he has been a recruiter for several years, he has had lots of life experience on the road. If you want to hear some of these neat stories, then come for a visit to campus. I know he would be willing to share with you, too. They were quite entertaining! Here are some of the places I found myself-

On the road recruiting with Andy-It was a long night!

The Guilford County College Fair in Greensboro

Ravon, Kameron, and Lorraine-Atkins HS in Winston-Salem

So, I can say now that I have been to NC. I may be back just depends on where my travels take me next. No doubt that Andy and I had a great time on the road. Got to meet alot of great people, hear LOTS of stories and learned a few recruiting tricks! Stay tuned...I may see you next!

Tractor Supply, Boiled Peanuts, Football-Now what?

Tractor Supply-Cow Bell Night

Wow! These admissions folk sure know how to keep a guy busy. I mean, I knew I would be traveling, but I have seen ALOT already. Since Crusaderland is so new to me, I thought hanging out "around town" first would be best. You know, get familiar with this place called Tigerville. So, I spent some time hanging out at the game and getting to know some pretty great students. I also decided to taste the local fare-nothing like a boiled peanut at a football game. I also ended up at this place called Tractor Supply. Somebody said it was "Cow Bell Night". I am not sure what this is all about, but I guess as I become a local, I will understand it better. Nevertheless, it was a great night and a great weekend! Great students, GREAT game (we won!) and great adventures.  I'm not sure where I will be going from here, but so far so good. These admissions people really know how to have fun and North Greenville University is full of friendly people. Can't wait to see where I end up next. I might be in a town near you....

I got to meet the band. Very cool!

These people scared me a little. Wasn't sure if they were trying to rob me, but they were smiling so I thought they must be ok.

The Crusader-he has a nice smile.

Ahhh, Football! I think I'm gonna like it here.

Hot chocolate with pretty girls.

Boiled peanuts. Very awesome.

Ready to dig in at the President's box. They know how to dine up here!

I have arrived!

My peeps from Admissions requested my presence on the NGU campus several weeks ago. I had to work out my schedule and finally arrived on campus today. It is the beginning of my adventures here at NGU (I understand they've got alot planned for me), but I am really excited about the places I will go and the people I will meet. And you never know, you may show up on my blog with some adventures of your own. Can't wait to share in some "adventures in Crusaderland"!