Lug, lug, lug. Sigh, sigh, sigh. We’re here, we’re here! The members of the cohort walked in the door.

They were a happy group of students, for they were starting a new semester. Their book bags were full of new books and information to learn.

There were six people sitting in the room, ready

to start.

Then there were teachers:

math, science, and social studies.

All teachers prepared for the first day,

papers to pass out and a syllabus to discuss.

People to learn about, places to study, and

problems to solve. All extremely important.

The cohort was moving along merrily. Then, all of a sudden, the cohort came to a stop. Three people decided to get off. Lauren, Jo, and Laura were left all alone.

They were having a difficult

There was talk of not

moving ahead.

time getting started again.

With a huff and a puff and lots of thought and consideration they heard

The three that were left alone, Laura, Jo, and Lauren were proceeding one more.

They were happy and joyful once more.

They had the determination and

support of the wonderful

Salisbury University staff.

Once again the girls were moving forward. With sweet sounds all around they heard,

Suddenly, the cohort came to a stop. This stop was great!Lauren, Jo, and Laura all jumped off with a smile.

“New people and friends!”, they shouted with glee. “Come join our cohort!”Two new girls, Nicole and Lindsay, got on board filled with enthusiasm and excitement.

Once again the cohort moved forward. Now, with five members: Lauren, Jo, Laura, Nicole, and Lindsay. As they moved forward, the girls heard,

Time passed and the cohort was proceeding on. Once again, the girls came to another stop.

They were curious to see what was going on.

Off in the distance, they saw two more shadows.

The girls all got out one at a

time.

“Could it be?”“Is it true?” All the

girls said at once.

“Two more people, two more friends.”

Now they were joined by Jamie and Erika.

Now the count was up to seven. Lauren, Jo, Laura, Nicole, Lindsay, Jamie, and Erika were all listening with excitement when they heard,

Now the journey has brought us here. We all stand together. All seven, so proud.

Our cohort has once again come to a stop. This time, we will be getting off and moving forward on our own little paths.

However, we would have never come this

far without the strong commitment and dedication from

the Salisbury University staff.

We will now all move on and succeed because of the words we heard throughout our journey.

All seven of us have learned that we also, know we can!