To my fellow University of Missouri students, athletes, faculty, alumni and supporters: From my first recruiting trip to the University of Missouri, I felt something extraordinary and special — something I didnt feel anyplace else. I didnt have a name for it then; I do now. Its called family. And to me that family is defined by unconditional love. Certainly you cheered my successes, but you also picked me up when I fell. Maybe most importantly, you gave me a chance to live my truth without judgment, without hesitation and with great discretion and respect. When I came out last month, I did it with the confidence that my Mizzou family would always be there for me. To put it mildly, the love and acceptance I felt was amazing. The day after the announcement, my name was spelled out in the stadium; fraternities hung #StandWithSam banners; then when I went to the basketball game to honor the football teams Cotton Bowl victory, I worked hard not to cry because of the amazing reception. I have a long journey ahead of me, a lot of hard work and many dreams I want to fulfill. But I do it with the confidence that my Mizzou family will be there for me every step of the way. I will continue to work my hardest; I will strive to make you all proud. And I will be a Tiger forever. Love, Michael
Posted on: Thu, 20 Mar 2014 12:45:04 +0000
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