Dear UK,

Thank you for the best four years of my life. Seriously, the past eight semesters have equaled up to nothing less than life changing and exceptionally memorable. When I walk across that graduation stage, my diploma will represent an accomplishment that goes far beyond an educational achievement. You've given me so many incredible opportunities I would have never experienced had I not chosen to come here, and for that, I will forever be thankful.

Greek Life: Without the positive reputation of Greek life on our campus, I would have never joined a sorority. Because of you, this only child gained hundreds of sisters for life who I can rely on, cry on, and count on always. My organization has opened my eyes to the importance of looking outside our own little bubble and working to make an impact on the world. The Greek community here is incomparable and without a doubt one of the best gifts you have given me.

Best Friends for Life: High school friendships are special, but the friendships at UK will last a lifetime and more. Thanks to you, I found my future bridesmaids and the most incredible souls to grow old with.

The World: If it weren't for you, I never would have taken an 8 hour plane ride across the pond and lived in Europe for a semester (the best semester of my life, I might add). Needless to say, I am a more tolerant and empathetic human being after experiencing life on another continent, and none of that would have been possible without you.

My Education: I won't lie to you here, I still resent you for all those sleepless nights and Starbucks fueled cram sessions. But without them, I wouldn't feel as prepared as I do to go out into the real world with the utmost confidence that I will succeed in my field. Minus that one random bio class I took as a freshman. I still suck at biology.

A Legacy Unmatched: It goes without saying I'll be a Wildcat till the day I die, and that's mainly because of the unmatched experience of being apart of the #BBN! Thanks for letting me bleed blue with you for the past four years, it's been fun.

Thanks for the memories, big blue. Because of you, my life will never be the same, and I couldn't be happier.

Sincerely,

A Senior