Motivation through Inspiration

Speaking of great quotes, here's a sampling of the students' pre-trip observations in anticipation of their London Olympic Games experience:

Going to the Olympics and traveling to London -- at the same time -- are two things I would never be able to do if not for this program. -- Heather Mears

Since arriving at WNE, the professors have been adamant about making sure that we get the experience necessary to succeed in business, and this is one such experience. -- Lydia Lefevre

This opportunity will give me an insight into the business of sport at one of the biggest sporting events in the world. -- Dennis Rinaldi

As a coach and unified player on my brother's Special Olympics team, it will be great to return home and tell my athletes about the amazing things I experienced. -- Dan Colton

At this summer's Olympics, the competition will be phenomenal, the atmosphere electric, and the location historic, which is why I'm excited to be going. -- Emily Savino

This seminar will allow me to apply what I have learned in class to real-world practice, but on an international scale. -- Ryan Coseo

It is an honor to be able to cheer for my country at the Olympics, and I am proud to be a part of the history that is the 2012 Olympic Games in London. -- RJ Suhre

Understanding different cultures is very important in today's world, and especially in business. -- Anthony Camardi

Traveling out of the country . . . to London . . . for the Olympics, will be like living a dream. -- Maria Francese

I began watching the Olympics at age five, and I have seen the power of this event to bring countries throughout the world together for a common purpose. -- Marisa Harris

Since hearing about the trips that WNE students took to the Beijing Olympics and the South Africa World Cup, I have been thinking about my chance, which is finally here. -- Jason Titelbaum

As a student-athlete, being able to see the Olympic Games first hand will be a remarkable experience. -- Jennifer Mears

Going on this trip and having this experience will benefit me in ways that my competitors in the job market cannot possibly match. -- Laura Madaio

Traveling to England is number one on my bucket list, so the opportunity to go to London for the Olympics was a 'can't miss' for me. -- Lauren Silvis

One cannot put a price tag on an opportunity such as this; the benefits of participating are vast and hopefully will be a life-changing experience. -- Nick Varney