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ELLA MOORE: LEADERSHIP

 Hi! My name is Ella Moore and I'm a nursing major from Kenmore, Washington. I love spending time outdoors (whether it's hiking, skiing, or running), as well as reading, journaling, playing volleyball and trying new coffee shops. As many of my friends and sisters can confirm, my relationship with coffee and caffeine is less of a habit and more of a lifestyle. It's been a privilege to be part of the Seton community so far and I'm so excited to keep serving the Spokane community and cultivating even closer relationships with my sisters! For my pillar, I will be sharing my perspective on leadership! The pillar of leadership holds a special place in my heart because I believe that being a leader is about so much more than simply holding a title or position. To me, true leadership is about showing up for others, leading with compassion, and encouraging those around you to become the best versions of themselves. One of my favorite things about Setons is being surrounded by so...
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Sonal Lal: Learning the true definition of hospitality

Last month, Ryan Songey and I volunteered at student mass on campus. I grew up practicing Hinduism and up until that night, I had never stepped foot in our college hall chapel, let alone attended a student mass. I also never experienced “hospitality” in a context other than the Indian practices of this: offering flower garlands, refreshments, and positive words to guests. I didn’t understand how I was supposed to overcome my hesitations and fears that came with these religious differences, in order to genuinely welcome students and practice hospitality in a manner that I didn’t think I understood quite yet. However, the beautiful part of this story is that it happened more naturally than I would have expected.

I found myself surrounded by people who appreciated my presence and efforts to help out at mass that night, regardless of our differences. I also learned that the act of being “hospitable” is (religiously) universal although it may be expressed in a number of unique ways; the goal is to simply make people feel like they belong and that they are not strangers. While it was scary putting myself out there that night, I will forever be grateful to Setons for this opportunity. It opened my eyes to the fact that I am in a wonderful community that will support me as I am challenged to grow and better myself as an individual.

-Sonal Lal
Seton of Gonzaga 
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