While reading your article “SGA Encourages Spirit”, I was disheartened by freshman Josh Casey’s comment about clubs being cliquish and not looking at individuals. I realize that I can’t speak for current conditions, but I feel that nothing could be further from the truth.
I was a shy young woman from a small town when I came to Hofstra. Since I was a music business major, I knew that joining Hofstra Concerts would teach me things none of my professors could. At my first meeting, the executive board was welcoming and interested in everyone’s ideas. One of the things I remember being told was, ‘Come up to our office on the second floor any time.’ When I did, I saw a whole different side to the organization.
I found a place where I could always feel comfortable being myself, someplace where there was always someone to talk to, to make you laugh or listen when you had a problem. Even though it was a club office, where business was done, it was a place where I could enjoy being with my friends.
Because of my involvement in Hofstra Concerts, I became involved with Entertainment Unlimited, OCS, the late Screaming Dutchmen Booster Club, Pep Band and the University Mascots. The people I met in these organizations became my second family and the primary wellspring for all of my University memories.
I think Mr. Casey should reconsider his attitude about Hofstra Concerts. Go up to the office during the day. Talk to the people there and I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised.
Amanda BodnarClass of ’97