Before the school year began, I wrote out a list of things that were going through my head as an incoming college senior. Now that the first semester of this year is coming to a close, we seniors are starting to feel a few different things as our time as college students draws nearer to the end. While many of the things I and many others felt going into the year are still 100 percent completely true and relevant, some new thoughts and feelings came up as the reality of being back on campus set in.
1. Yes, my grades are important, but they're not everything.
Employers also want to see experience in my field, good communication and teamwork skills, and involvement in the campus and community. I came here to get an education, but that doesn't just mean the classroom - so I guess it isn't worth stressing out about getting perfect grades all the time!
2. Do I have to look presentable today?
I probably should. I never know who I might meet, plus, I just feel better when I'm dressed nicely and my makeup is on #fleek. But I probably wouldn't wear a onesie, even though those are very comfortable.
3. When can I nap?
Napping is very important. I don't know how I would get through my days without naps. *Yawns*
4. Now I'm hungry again.
I want to eat all the food. Because come next year, I won't get student discounts and have access to restaurants that will take my student ID instead of a *real* debit card. Sad day.
5. How much coffee is acceptable to drink per day?
Obviously I need to start my day with a cup, but the temptation to keep getting Starbucks throughout the day to keep the energy up is very, very real.
6. Hmmm, I wonder how else I can procrastinate today...
Napping, cleaning your room, doing other work, checking every social media feed over and over again every few minutes... all in the name of putting off things I'd rather not do.
7. I still don't know what I'm doing with my life!!
Why is it that some of my friends already have their full-time offers lined up and my field doesn't even do most of its recruiting until January/February?? Ugh, it's not fair. Graduation is in five months, and I'd just like to have a clue of what I'm doing already! Winter break, meet job applications.
8. It's not over yet -- I've still got one more semester!
And I'm going to live it up and make it the best one of all!
