Congratulations to Juliana Horton for her winning entry to the Bridgewater Alma Mater lyrics contest!
Alma Mater Lyrics— Bridgewater State University
Words by Juliana Horton
Our love of community guides us in purpose and thought, well aware, the courage to lead and inspire, the hallmark of ev’ry Bear.
Refrain:
Alma Mater! Alma Mater! Rising to what lies before. Alma Mater, keep Bridgewater close to heart forever more!
Wherever the road takes us onward, a time will arise, now and then, with ever a sense of belonging, we’ll come home to you — again.
Refrain
For legions of those you have tended, your history vital and strong, for then and today and tomorrow, we join in our loyal song.
Refrain
Listen to the Melody
We have included an mp3 recording of the alma mater melody. (Click button to play audio.)
About the Alma Mater Lyrics Contest
In 2021, the Spirit Committee decided that it was time to reconsider the lyrics for the alma mater, which were penned by Zelma Lucas, Class of 1904, and William Lester Bates, Class of 1892. Lovely as they were, these lyrics reflect the mood of the times in which they were written. The Spirit Committee sponsored a contest to update the lyrics, in an inclusive process that engaged our entire BSU community including students, faculty, staff and alumni. Contest participants wrote and submitted original lyrics for consideration. The selected winning entry was written by Juliana Horton.
We see and feel the pride that we have in this great university and in those who have come before us. An updated alma mater, with lyrics written to reflect the current times and spirit of our beloved BSU, will help engage our entire BSU community and better express the feelings that all generations share.