In August, the school year started off a bit late with a camp themed Smurthwaite retreat beginning on the 20th. The Smurthwaite Exec board put on a wonderful time of bonding and learning that included a Konza hike, a photo scavenger hunt and a blanket fort floor competition.Retreat always includes an Alumni Dinner. This year we had record alumnae involvement with 15 in attendance.
The house currently has 15 returning members and 8 new members. We may be small at the moment, but we are mighty. Nearly everyone in the house is an officer. Everyone is passionate about their positions and involvement in the house.
Bigs and Littles were paired up in the second week of September allowing pairings to quickly get to know one another. Many have been spending quality time together participating in fun activities together.
“We finished up our season of ultimate frisbee this week. Our team, Smitty-Smurths, is a combination of Smurthwaitians and Smithies (men from our brother house). The team was undefeated this season, which means we get to move on to the post season! We have a chance to win it all!”
This past weekend we had our first Family Weekend. This is a new tradition offering events, games and activities for all ages Friday through Sunday. This allowed many families to come for whatever part of the weekend they were available. It was wonderful to have the house so full of siblings, parents and other relatives.
We’re currently preparing for homecoming and engaging in an intense game of rubberband assassins with Smith House. Looking forward to seeing what the year has in store for our community.
With love,
Your Smurthwaite Sisters
Wow Smurthwaite seems so cool :O