As I reflect on my college career, the good has outweighed the bad. I can honestly look back at some of the best memories that I have ever had in my life. The numerous stories, events, and the countless number of laughs that I have shared with friends all will be carried with me as I leave this wonderful university. I pray that as I continue on this journey in my life that I will continue to grow, and make my fellow Panthers proud of my future accomplishments.
To Whitney, thank you for always being on my case, ALL the time and pushing me hard even when I did not want to. Without your leadership over the past year, I know that The Panther would have fallen apart, but stay who you are. I see great things in your future and I hope “yall” will be able to go far in life.
To Ryan, keep that smile on your face and never stop that drive and determination that you have. You’re going to need it as the chief of the The Panther next semester. Keep the office in check Mississippi man, and keep the campus buzzing.
To Aaron, you do an excellent job doing what you do, it takes a great man to put up with the type of work you do. Oh yeah, you still have been running away from this street fighter butt whooping. Whenever you’re ready, I will be ready.
To Jeremy, keep up the good work writing those stories, you did a good job for your first semester in The Panther, and did a good job in fitting into the group.
To Robert, it’s hard to find a person so talented as you, it takes a good man to be able to chop up videos and edit music, but keep it up and maintain motivation. Oh yeah, I have a number to a local speech coach if you need it.
To Charde, thanks for always keeping a smile on your face and always wanting to have conversations with me. I hope you are able to accomplish great things in your future.
To Shayna and Jackie, I missed you guys on Tuesday nights! We were supposed to rock this thing until the wheels fell off. But, everything happens for a reason and I love both of you and appreciate you guys for constantly keeping me going on those extra long nights.
To Mikey, you have a wonderful talent and you have the “eye” for photography. I know that if you continue to study and visually learn you will be unstoppable. Keep up the motivation and the drive and you will climb the ranks as the next photographer on the yard.
To Professor Smith, thanks for being an awesome advisor and giving me guidance for the past three years at this university.
To Mrs. Nigh, don’t miss me when I am gone. I will be right back.
Also, I want to give a huge thank you to my mother who always stood by my side even when I gave up on myself. You are and always will be the best woman in my life.
To Prairie View, thank you for the best four years of my life, I have grown so much and I will never look back and regret it. Thank you and I love you all.
Ronald Smith
Photo Editor 2009-2010