I believe that under the guidance of the two Student Advisors, this community had the stepping stones to becoming great. The Student Advisors (SA's) began by quickly establishing house-dinners, game nights, and outings within the first couple of days the freshmen moved in. The turn-out was high, giving the residents opportunities to meet each other and form bonds.

Busch House has really shown their colors through their present actions. Together, they have made "birthday crews" where for any person's birthday, a large sign is made and nearly all residents (secretly) sign it and various surprises are made for the recipient. These surprises include: cake, dinners out, games, or some small pranks within the hall.

Busch House has also created their own website. This was a completely student-led initiative and is currently maintained by residents of the house.

The residents also respond to personal and group challenges as well. Several have found ways to study together and tutor each other in various subjects, cards and gifts have been made for those suffering from the loss of family members, and other personal milestones. They support each other with presence and attention. While at the same time, the continue to have fun!

They have held their own dance parties in their lounge and invited other residents in Ryle Hall to join them. On any given night, there will be other residents in Busch House to socialize or work and contribute to the community. Its wonderful to see them draw more people together.

Recently a hall-wide challenge to have the most open doors per house was presented. The performance of Busch House is what prompts me to write this OTM. They encouraged each other to open doors and to socialize. Together they won the contest by having nearly ALL their rooms open.

Walking down the hallway in this community is always entertaining. For any person going through, you will definitely run into someone (or something) to prompt your return due to their friendliness and uncanny humor.

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