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Student Profile: Jessie Jakes '12


Jessie Jakes '12 - Christian college student profile

 

Class Year
2012

 

Hometown
Orlando, Florida

 

Major
Interdisciplinary Studies

 

Concentrations

Art, Psychology, and Education

 

Activities
Varsity volleyball, hiking, playing games of all sorts, doing anything spontaneous

 

Favorite place on campus
The Great Hall is always a good choice. It gives you an opportunity to catch up with some friends between classes and grab lunch, or even a place to bring a book and sit by the windows and study. Plus, you're bound to always see a friendly face when you're there.

 

Why did you choose Covenant?
I had originally planned to go to the University of Florida. I had come from 12 years of Christian education and thought that a secular college would allow me to step into the real world, but God really opened doors at Covenant and I felt Him tugging on my heart to walk through them. Since I've been here I have never regretted my decision. I truly believe that Covenant College is best equipping me for the rest of my life.

 

How is Covenant unique?
The location is unbeatable. There are trails to wander down, a gorgeous view during the day, and at night Chattanooga puts on quite a light show! Covenant also has an authentic student body and capable, committed and involved professors.

 

What has been your favorite experience at Covenant?
The student-led worship. It is the most encouraging and spirit-filled worship I know. It creates a real sense of who we are in Christ and it challenges us to "walk our talk." To see an overflowing auditorium for an optional weekend worship service speaks volumes of the community here at Covenant.

 

What is your favorite class?
General Psychology with Dr. Rulon is fascinating and applicable. I find myself not only learning about others, but there have also been countless things that I have realized about myself. Also, English Composition with Dr. Wildeman has transformed the way I view writing.

 

What person at Covenant has had the greatest impact on you?
I didn't meet my roommate until Move-In Day and was a little wary of how well we would live together. The little I did know made me realize that our life experiences were very different. I thought maybe our differences would get in the way of our compatibility, but instead she has quickly become my best friend and the person I have learned the most from. She has presented me with the ability to see life in another person's shoes.

 

 

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