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To The One Graduating College...

Well, you made it. These times are bittersweet, but all the years have paid off. So here's to graduating and taking on the next chapter of your life, one step at a time.

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To The One Graduating College...

One semester early. Thats something to be proud of! You have conquered through, looking back on so many memories and laughs you will never forget. There is so many things you have learned, grown from and know more about yourself now compared to 4 years ago. Time goes fast, but you are so ready to see all the things that are to come. Here are some reflections that are to take with you...

You made the best decision going away

Last minute decisions are often the best. You were the last one to want to go away, but days before you stepped outside of your comfort zone and went with Utica College. The next 3 and a half years you found your second home. You wouldn't have been so bold if you stayed comfortable, not growing. Im proud of you and Utica will always be your place.

The friends you met will always hold a piece of your heart

The ones come and go. There have been ups and downs, but your true friends were found near and far. Whether it was your best friend that you met on a bus in Ireland that you still connect with or the one who's been there since orientation, these are your people. Be so blessed to have them in your life, no matter how or where they are.

The lessons in the classroom were more deep than you thought

This one is legit. Who knew a gym class with freshmen your senior year would impact you the way that it did. You learn way more than surface level, with so much to take away in the future. Your education is what you make of it, and you made it worthwhile. Those professors make a big impact on your next steps.

What you thought you wanted has changed.. and that's ok

So what you went to school for one thing and coming out wanting another projection? This is the best time to figure it out. You are growing your professional development and realizing your strengths. So go out and do what you love and have a passion for, you will be great at it!

You learned to value the little things

We can sometimes get carried away with the big moments, when the little moments are slipping by. You see to value the car drives with your best friends, game nights and deep talks. These things make the big moments less stressful, life doesn't have to be all that stressful and crazy when you sit in the small things.

There is so much in store after this chapter

The time has come. As you are saying your goodbyes to the people you love and the place that became your second home, don't harp too much. There is so much to look forward to after this chapter. it can be a time full of emotions and confusion, but God has the future planned for good. Take hope and trust that. Be grateful for all that has come and what is to come!

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