May 7th, 2017. 41 days. The day in which all Penn State seniors' lives will forever change: graduation day. I can't say enough how strange it is to think about the fact that I will never again sit through a three-hour class in Chambers. I will never walk past the Willard Preacher every Tuesday and Thursday at 2 PM. I will never spend $10 on a DIY salad from the HUB. And above all else, I will never have the chance to be this young and this naive again. Starting a new chapter in your life is a scary thought, but it also gives you a rush of excitement. There's so much to miss, but so much more to look forward to.
As graduation rapidly approaches, we are hastily applying for jobs, going through interviews, having mental breakdowns, trying to maintain a social life and seven thousand other things. It's difficult at times, but I just keep telling myself it'll be worth it in the end. We're all pretty much in the same boat so here are eight thoughts every college senior has as graduation approaches:
1. How many more days until I have to get my life together?
The classic. I keep a countdown on my phone and every morning I wake up and check and see how many more days I have until I have to get it together for real.
2. OK, seriously, I need to start saving money.
There are bills and loan repayments and rent and gas and so much more to think about in the near future. Why is saving money so hard?
3. Should I live alone or with rando roomies?
This has been on my mind recently. While I'm scared to death at the thought of living alone, I've also spent the last 22 years of my life living with others. But, having roommates saves money. But, those roommates could also be low-key crazy... It's a forever debate.
4. Do I buy more going out clothes or business professional clothes?
I could totally wear this dress to go out this weekend, but I feel like I should be more practical with my purchases.
5. How long can I put off getting my cap and gown for?
Not only do I not want to wait in line, I'm also in denial. So, I'm just going to keep waiting.
6. OK, I actually need to learn to cook better instead of ordering out constantly.
While I've gotten better with this over the year, I'm still guilty of ordering food when I'm feeling lazy. When adulting it's said one must cook. Chinese takeout every night it's an option.
7. I don't know whether to laugh, smile, or cry right now.
Graduation approaching is a weird mix of emotions. I don't even know what I'm feeling anymore.
8. How did the last four years go by so fast?
Literally, my face when someone says "are you excited to graduate. Seriously, I feel like I just graduated high shool yesterday. This has gotta be a dream.
