Especially because this was her last tour, she understandably got a little emotional telling the story, and looking around I could see all of her friends and family who came to follow along on the tour getting a little emotional as well. Katie is the definition of a Tar Heel born, bred, and dead, and I loved getting to watch her do her thing and show off this place that is so special to all of us.
Once the tour was over we all immediately went up to give her a hug, and I don’t think there was a dry eye in the group. We then had to try to compose ourselves really quickly to get a group picture, and then head to classes or whatever else we were doing with our day.
While it might seem a little strange to be following along on a college admissions tour as a senior, I am so glad Katie asked me to come because it really allowed me to be present and reflect on what I have gained and how I am so glad that I chose to come to UNC four years ago.