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Quotes from GHAers :

"I was nervous at first, but once I saw how "laid-back" it really was, I was more at ease. I was worried it was going to be really strict, but I realized it isn't as bad as I thought it was going to be. I love every minute I spend here and I'm excited for the rest of my time."
- Melissa Harvey

"I'm so excited! GHA is already so fun. It is serious, but fun all at the same time. I love being with all these happy people- it is completely awesome."
- Steve Blake

"When I first saw and heard about what we were going to do I was trying to figure out how to fit all that into one day. Well, somehow we've done it with time to spare! From the opening banquet my first impression was on how life changing this would be. I've not even been here for one full day and I already see change for the better."
- Jacob Yates

"The counselors are all really spunky and excited about being here. Also, they serve good food, have great speakers, and plan fun activities."
- M. Lindsey Watson

"Impressive!. The organization is stellar. The food is exquisite. It has already been the best experience of my life."
- Jason Hughs

"I came expecting to have a lot of fun and meet a lot of neat people, but I didn't expect the first day to be as much fun as it was. It's a blast!"
- Kelby Bosshardt

"I think that GHA was going to be a lot of work. I was scared and intimidated, but now I can calm down and get used to this. I thought everyone was professional and welcomed me. This is a blast."
- Greg Autier

"These people are great! I am so excited to be around people who are ready to just let loose and let the 'real' them show. I liked everyone right from the beginning and I am ready to come away from this experience much improved."
- Brennan Knutson

"I initially thought it was going to be hard-core 'shut up and learn' academy, but right from the get-go it has been amazing. Truly awesome! I wouldn't trade this for anything."
- McKay Tripp

"GHA is a lot different than what I thought it would be. I went to Girls' State, so I was expecting this to be like Girls' State, but lucky for me it is so much more fun! We actually get to do active stuff."
- Annie Bartholomew

Daily Schedule:

11:00 AM - Check In
(Eccles Bldg. A)

Noon - Opening Banquet
(R. Haze Hunter Conference Center)

2:00 PM - Group Photo
(R. Haze Hunter Conference Center)

2:30 PM - Rules of the Academy
(R. Haze Hunter Conference Center - Great Hall)

3:30 PM - Meet Your Counselor & PD Group

4:30 PM - Speaker: Sabrena Suite
"Communications in the Travel Industry "
(SSC Theater)

5:30 PM - Dinner: Boomer's

7:30 PM - Speaker: David Litchford
"Where Have All the Heroes Gone?"
(SSC Theater)

9:15 PM - Barrier Breakdowns & Snacks
(Multi-Purpose Quad)

10:30 PM - Personal Development Groups

11:30 PM - Retire in YOUR Apartment