As an out of state student, I had some expectations about how my life would change while going to school in Texas. What completely shocked me upon my first semester of college was how wrong all my assumptions were.
1. Everyone listens to country music all the time.
Nope. Totally wrong. I actually probably listen to more country music when I am in Colorado. Yes, In Texas, I hear country music a little more often at restaurants and football tailgates, but other than that, it is just one among many genres that people listen to.
2. It is so hot!
After deciding to attend TCU, the one question people asked me the most was, “Are you ready for the heat?” Because I heard this phrase so often, I assumed it would be warm all the time. Boy, was I wrong. When Nov. 1 hit, the 90 degree sunny days immediately switched to miserable cold and windy 50 degree days. I know. I really shouldn’t be complaining. But the humidity makes the colder days feel chilling to the bone. I really should have packed my Patagonia jackets.
3. All boys are southern gentlemen with sweet southern accents.
Yes, there are a few gems that have that special southern hospitality and smooth accents, but as for the majority, this assumption, yet again, falls through the cracks. Boys will still be boys. The maturity level hasn’t quite risen to gentlemen level, but many of them do have potential.
Although my expectations did not match reality, going to school in Texas is still an absolute blast. I wouldn’t change my decision for the world!
