Mylene! What can't I say about you? I'll admit when I first met you, I thought our relationship would be kind of "iffy." That first meeting at the summer retreat I was thinking this lady is going to be so bossy and pedantic we're going to end up butting heads and when we do it won't be good. I am so glad that I was wrong! You are probably the best "boss lady" I've ever had and you have gained my admiration/genuine affection. Your innovativeness, organization, attention to detail, and guidance has definitely helped the Student Government Association have a wonderful year. 

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You are an inspiration for aspirations. I cannot thank you enough for all that you have done throughout this year. Never have I ever experienced such growth. Although, you were not "my" graduate assistant per se, I always liked to come and talk with you because I knew you would challenge me. Who doesn't love a good challenge? In this position, I was forced to think outside the box on a broader spectrum and scale. By doing that, I believe that I was effectively able to advocate for our student body as a whole without forgetting about the individual needs of each student. I would not have been able to accomplish this without your counsel. It's funny because you took a group of very hard/tough individuals and made them softer. With your reflective exercises, you coaxed us to open ourselves up and be honest. The rawness of it all, was not only an emotional experience, but something that was unfamiliar (for some of us). You will be an excellent counselor! 

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A consummate professional, wherever life takes you, I am sure that you will reach dizzying heights of success. And although I believe that you will be successful, I believe even more strongly that you will touch the hearts of many. Your compassion is so transparent, it's sometimes mind-boggling. With that being said, congratulations on a successful year. I will miss you, Mylene! 

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God bless, Tanny