Disclaimer: Everyone is going to have their own college journeys and experiences based on their personality, major, and college. I'm just here to show you what you can expect, and tell you what I've learned. You can take this all as a grain of salt, or live by my words. I don't really care. But really, don't live by my words by creating idols or worshipping me like some kind of god that requires sacrifices, because I don't and that would be creepy. Very, very creepy. And psychotic.
...On second thought, if you must call me your god, send many, many chocolate bars, and I can guarantee your god shall be pleased with you.
Anyways, on with the blog!
HAI GUIZ WHATZ UP?
So in my last post, I basically whined and whined and whined about some pretty stupid, but true, stuff. Again, it's really not as bad as it seems. I mean, college has gotta have some cool stuff, too, right?
You bet your grass it does!
Where to begin, where to begin...
Professors and TAs*
Alright, alright. I know that getting great teachers is a game of chance, but most of my professors and TAs this semester are pretty cool.
One of my chemistry professors is very energetic, and isn't afraid to crack a joke or two about the lecture. He also loves doing demos.
My other professors aren't remarkable, but they know what their doing and are teaching it well, so there's nothing really left to say.
I also scored a bunch of helpful TAs. They were all in our seats, and know exactly what we're going through. Nothing much to say about them either, other than they're working effectively.
*TA stands for Teacher's Assistant, for all you college noobs.
Everyone deserves to be here
You're not going to run into as many people with a "f*ck school" attitude as often as ya did in high school. (Well...until midterms and finals roll around, but you here that expression for a different reason.) Everyone's here to work, learn skills, and move on with their careers. Sure, you'll run into a bum every now and again, but that's what you'll do in life, too.
[Author's Note: One of my dorm mates looked at this paragraph and said, "False. I've seen a few blondes. Lollercopter."]
Meetin' new people and makin' frans
If you come to college and manage not to make a single new friend, I'd be utterly...depressed. I mean, seriously, it's THAT hard...to not make friends, I mean.
They can come from anywhere, really. Your dorm, your classes, randomly on the Quad. It's amazing.
They can come from all over, too. For me, most of the scallywags in my hall hail from different parts of Illinois, but I've come to know a guy from California (he tells great stories by the way, but again, another time) and a guy from Singapore. It's pretty coo' if I say so myself.
You're going to find a lot of people who share your interests, too. For instance, there are tons of people who were in their high school's theatre and choir programs. (On a side note, I think I've met 3 people from different schools who had their own productions of Beauty and the Beast. Crazy!)
All in all, you've gotta get up and see what's out there! You'll be surprised!
Attractive College Males and Females
...and...well...I guess that's all there is to say, really...go get'em tigers and tigresses...!...
College Parties
I am obligated by the state of everyone to tell you such things exist, and that they are, as the kids say, off the heazy. Have I gone to one? No. Do I plan on going to one soon? Not really.
It's a halo, BITCH!
If it's your cup of tea, great! If not, that's fine too. Make good choices, folks. No your limits, be safe, have a network, blah blah blah.
No Parents!
No one tells me what to do anymore! I can stay up late! I can eat junk food! I can has soda whenever I want! Keep my room dirty! Swear! Play video games 'til my eyes burn! Pick my nose and ears at the same time, and one'll ever tell me no!
MWAHAHAHAHA! FIRETRUCK THE POLICE!
Although...I do have that lab report due. And there is that midterm I have to study for. And I have to meet Brian for dinner. And I have class at 8 tomorrow. And I'm ushering for that show...
Y'know what, I'd better get to bed early...
Campus Happenings
There are SO MANY organizations one can join, and events one can attend; it's almost ridiculous how much there is to do here. If you can't find one you like, start your own with some friends.
A few weeks ago, my mother and aunt were visiting me and we were walking through the Union with mint hot chocolates in hand. What did we discover in the conference room. A freakin' Renaissance fair/sale thing. People were dressed up, some were fighting, and there were many wares one could buy from each of the booths. We didn't end up walking through it, but it made me seriously go "WTF" and smile.
This place is awesome.
Performances and Speakers
Probably the best part of the college experience is being able to see all kinds of shows. I've sat through a bass and his pianist's performance, Cabaret, a wind orchestra performance, and a performance from the national tour of Beauty and the Beast. Next week there'll be Mozart's opera The Magic Flute and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. It's gon' be shi'cray.
All of these events are local, and rather cheap for college students. I simply love it; adore it, in fact. It certainly is broadening my horizons.
Well, you've made it to the end. I once again remind you that everyone's experience will be different, but overall, you're in for a awesometasticsuperificexpioliolistupendous time. Embrace it all, for I'm sure the four years shall quickly pass...
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Thanks for reading! And if you'd like more, check out the archive on the right! I've got tons of postings on different subjects!
