So after Allison's performance in August's Surf Cup, she is officially being recruited by Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina, KS!
We spent a little time last night and this morning touring the campus, meeting the coach, and checking out the town.
Although quite small and only 850 or so students, it is quite a pretty place. Almost all of the buildings are brick, the grounds are very green and well-maintained and the sports facilities and student union were impressive!
I think this coyote statue had some traditional meaning about "sharing the coyote pride".
Student Union
Sports Complex
Soccer/Football Field and Track
We met with Coach Kat and Coach Heinrich and they took us on a tour of the workout area and soccer locker room. They have great pride in their program and think Allison would fit in nicely! We also had a meeting in her office to discuss the recruiting process and scholarship opportunities. She is looking forward to going back in October for her "official" visit!
Loved this...a blessing box for students/staff to leave snacks or take one if they need it!
A wishing well next to the chapel
Before heading back to KC for our flight, we drove around Salina to get a feel for the area. Plenty of shopping and restaurants, a few nice housing developments and some great open-space parks.
These bundles were taller than me and sat along the creek bed. We were puzzled by them and soon found that they were made of stacks of newspapers...crazy!
Anxious to see if this place will soon be Allison's potential new residence...let the recruiting process begin!
