Appreciated

Although there is sometimes- the majority of the time- little respect for the arts in the Valley, it's usually outside of the college atmosphere. Within that realm, however, the arts are highly regarded.

Today was the unnoficial opening of the new performing arts center on the UTB campus. Groups started sound checks yesterday afternoon and continued through today. Master Chorale was one of the last groups to get a feel for the stage.

Upon entering, I was impressed with not only the elegant decor of the whole building but also with the time it took to plan out each rehearsal hall. There are at least three rehearsal halls, similar yet different color schemes and little differences here and there to suit each group's needs. I had to almost literally pinch myself to remember that we were, in fact, in Brownsville.

Being a member of one of these groups, I felt like not only does UTB really want to "be put on the map" but also like the powers that be really, genuinely want the students to have the best they can, to do the best they can. I've rarely felt so appreciated.