Camp War Eagle sessions began May 28, bringing thousands of incoming freshmen to the Plains for their first experience as students.
Leading these freshmen and their parents through 10 sessions, ending July 17, will be a group of camp counselors who have undergone months of training to prepare.
The Plainsman profiled Samantha Bradley, junior in public relations, Joshua Carroll, junior in industrial and systems engineering and Trey Fields, junior in political science.
Samantha Bradley
Junior in public relations
What experiences have you had as a student at Auburn that made you want to become a CWE counselor and help others make the most of their college experience?
I had an amazing counselor during my Camp War Eagle experience. I remember listening to him give us so much advice and thinking, ‘I’m going to be a camp counselor one summer.’ I want to help freshmen feel prepared and like they have made the right decision in choosing Auburn.
What are you interested in?
I’m really big into sports and church activities. I was a team captain in high school, and I find it rewarding to have people ask me questions.
Joshua Carroll
Junior in industrial and systems engineering
What do you think will be the most rewarding thing for you as a CWE counselor?
I like making people happy and [helping] everyone to have the best experience possible. That will be the most rewarding thing for me.
What made you want to be a parent counselor as opposed to a student counselor?
My parents and I have maintained a good relationship throughout my time in college. I think it’s important to have that after leaving home, because parents give support when you need it and staying in contact with them can help, even if you think it won’t at first. It’s a big adjustment finding what works best at the beginning of independence, but it can be rewarding.
Trey Fields
Junior in political science
What is a piece of advice you will tell the students in your group?
Develop a routine. When I came to college I found it really important to set up a routine after leaving the structure of high school.
What are you involved in?
I’m in SGA, and I’ve always enjoyed serving in leadership roles that help younger people. It’s rewarding to have them look up to you and ask for guidance.
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