Annya W

It's Been a looonggg time my friends!

So it's November and this is my first blog since classes started! This is unusual, highly unusual. I have been in and out of classes, work, and classes NON-STOP! My class choices might not have been the best this semester, English and Philosophy should never be taken together, with statistics, while working and running an organization! So that i learned and is paying for it with sleepless nights, and 7:30am work hours.

Other than the obvious stress that exists, life has been great! Meeting new people has always been my interest and getting to know myself better.

What i have learned about me thus far:

• I do not like math as much as i though
• I really enjoy hanging out with influential people
• I enjoy being involved in motivating and educational organizations
• I now realize how much i took advantage of sleep when i use to have much time for it
• I do not enjoy public speaking
• Most of the things I liked before were imaginary- I only though I liked them until now

That being said I must get back to work, and you should probably do the same!

Have fun!

WELCOME BACK!!! or just WELCOME!! :)

So the  fall semester is almost here & I know you guys can't wait for those tests, concerts, & club events(and by clubs I mean: SET, Habitat, Chior etc. don’t go wondering, look at you) that's about to take off soon! Oh well, maybe not the tests so much but you get the drift. It's a new term and I'm sure we're all excited to read at least the first two pages of our text book and hoping we'll get a test on those pages ASAP so it sticks. I'm still trying to get motivated to keep reading these ever so entertaining text’s so anyone with the secrets to enjoying a textbook-please forward the info my way!

I have a strong feeling this semester is going to be packed again but more fun!  I’m working move in days as an Orientation Leader the week before classes so I'm overly excited! Looking forward to joining a few new organizations -Habitat & SET to name a few & most importantly to start my new academic plan, which entails- studying, revising, reading, listening to those voice notes I dedicated class time to recording last semester & never listened them, studying, studying & did I say studying? DON’T JUDGE ME! It’s just not my favorite thing to do.

So since I’m pretty sure my readers somewhere out there is almost tired of reading about my fun times and school & must be saying to themselves “I bet they paid her to say all these fun stuff about school life” I decided to bring in a freshman and a few returners to share little pieces of the SHU they have experienced and the SHU they are looking forward to, so much that they wish they didn’t have a summer vacation this long.

Enough said, let the SHU lovers take it away:

Erin Shnepp, Shneppy as we call her, decided to share he bit of orientation with you:

Basically all I can say to sum up orientation is… wow! The whole experience was something that I could have never imagined…
I was completely gung-ho to be an Orientation Leader once the applications came out. After the entire application process and receiving my acceptance letter, I couldn’t wait until May 25th, the day to move in for Orientation. I didn’t really know what to expect. I was nervous to meet new people but most for the responsibility. Turns out, the experience was something indescribable.
We started off with a bunch of ice breakers to get to know the other OLs (Orientation Leaders). We met with Roy, who specializes in team bonding, and we did all kinds of different, fun activities where you didn’t even realize you were truly bonding with the people around you! In general, our favorite game of course, Mafia, was legendary for our group of OLs. We had a bonding night and played Sardines another night. During the days, we did so much prep work for the incoming freshmen, between stuffing bags, creating the display case, making signs and creating nametags, each activity we bonded with each other so much.
The first week went by fast and the first orientation came around very quickly! I was very, very anxious for the new students to arrive. My Greyhound group of students was great! I was very nervous on what to expect from them, as I’m sure they wanted someone who was a know-it-all about SHU, yet someone they could relate to. I loved every minute of interacting with them. During my second Orientation, I had parents, which was a whole different vibe. The parents ask a lot more questions than students and have a totally different mindset. However I loved talking with the parents and sharing my SHU-love with them. I had students for the final Orientation and they were a great group of SHUttles! They always had me laughing and the group clicked immediately!
After about three weeks, Orientation was sadly over. We had the annual OL banquet, which was great to see everyone all dressed up rather than in the typical OL polo and khakis, followed by the annual sleepover.
The overall experience of OL was something I will never forget. The people I met along the way, the SHU staff and the OLS, are such amazing people. I learned a lot about each person I worked with, and through them I learned so much about myself. My orientees also taught me a lot about myself, and I hope they understand that I am always willing to be a shoulder to lean on or someone to go to lunch with when they don’t want to go alone. I can’t thank everyone enough for what they have taught me and I truly treasure my entire OL experience, and I am counting down the days until we go back for Welcome Days in the fall!!

 

Below, Each returner students were asked the same four questions, with responses posted below

 

1. What are you looking forward to the most this semester?

2. How do you plan on doing better academically for the fall?

3. What activities will you be involved in this semester?

4. What event(s) are you looking forward to the most?

 

The Veteran’s

Dave Gallo

·         What are you looking forward to the most this semester?
New everything, new friends, new professors and ‘highering’ my education.

·         How do you plan on doing better academically for the fall?
Studying a lot more! Pretty much living in the library!

 

·         What activities will you be involved in this semester?
Psychology club!

 

·          What event(s) are you looking forward to the most?
Fall concert with The Fray !

Lindsay Hubble

·         I am looking forward to taking classes that involve my major more. I am also looking forward to all of the activities that I will be involved in.

·         Since I do not have a math class this semester, I know that my gpa will be rising. I plan to stop procrastinating and doing all of my work ahead of time so that I can have more time and put my best effort into it.

·         I am involved in SET and the National Residence Hall Honorary already but I plan on being involved in Sunshine Kids, Habitat for Humanity, and Psychology Club.

·         Definitely The Fray coming to campus !

 

Rob Napolitano

·          This semester I'm looking forward to all of the new improvements around campus. In the past few months there has been so many new additions and renovations to our campus, whether its class rooms, the chapel, the library, Hawley Lounge, etc. It's very exciting to see our campus change and expand for the students. It's going to be fun to see everything once it’s completed in the fall.

 

·          My biggest plan for this semester academically is to find a better balance between my extra-curricular activities and my academics. Although it is important to get involved, I sometimes forget that my main purpose for being here at SHU is my education! Hopefully I can devote a few extra hours to my studies and I will have my highest GPA yet!

 

·         I participate in a wide variety of clubs and activities here on campus. I am very involved in the Student Life Office, working with Orientation and Welcome Days this fall. During the school year I will be on the Student Government Senate, president of the SHU Marketing Club, and treasurer of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity.

 

·         There are so many great events planned for the fall. I think that I am most excited to see The Fray perform here live on campus on September 23rd! They're my favorite band and I can't wait to see them! I'm also very excited for our Go Greek! Recruitment. Greek Life recruitment is always an exciting time when you get to meet so many new people, so I'm pumped for that as well.

 

Gina Belfiore

·         I am most looking forward to living in a suite with all of my close friends and getting more involved at SHU.

 

·         I plan on putting more time into studying and schoolwork. I also plan to seek help if needed.

 

·         I am hoping to become involved in Habitat for Humanity and some of the programs SHU offers to kids in the surrounding inner-city schools.

 

·         I am looking forward to the Fall concert, football games, and basically just getting involved on campus!

FRESHMAN

The same process was applied to our freshman Sarah,  she was asked hree questions to which she  has responded, the questions were as followed:

1. What are you most excited about for your 1st semester @ SHU?

2. Do you plan on getting involved this semester, if so doing what?

3. How do you plan on accomplishing your academic goals?

 

                                   Sarah Magilnick

             I am most excited about meeting new and interesting people that come from so many different areas, i am also excited about taking classes that will help me take a step closer to a career that i want.

·         I know that I do want to get involved, I am not sure what I want to do yet though. I am interested in joining the commuters council though.

·         I know that I will just have to work a lot harder than I have ever worked before, this isn't high school anymore.

 So they have all spoken, and if its not obvious everyone is EXCITED to get back or finally get here. I have also observed that THE FRAY CONCERT IS ON EVERYONE'S AGENDA! guess they'll show us how to save a life after all.

If you guys have any questions please feel free to ask me!

Annya W.

Places to really know around SHU

Welcome Freshmen, International and Transfer students!

 

Getting around SHU!

So when I first started here I must have been the craziest SHU has seen so far, since you guys weren’t here yet! To get to the Edgerton Theater, my routine was following the path through the main entrance walkway that leads to Hawley lounge, and then I would start my search, not realizing the bus had dropped me off right in front of the theater! Looking back at my craziness, it was so embarrassing. I would walk by the theater a few times before realizing it was there. Getting to class in itself seemed like a semester long course-long and hard; I could never get to class on time even if I pulled in the parking lot 30mins before class started, so my thing was to ask everyone who looked like they knew where they were going, sometimes I'd be right down the hallway but the numbers got me a bit confused at times.

 

So, some of my tricks to getting around SHU that seemed sensible were:

1. Ask as many questions as possible

2. Get a good idea of the exits so if I couldn’t easily find it from the inside I would rush outside to find the entrance closest to it. ***avoid this if you can especially if you have a test****

3. Make friends with the public safety crew as they are always willing to help you out, they saved me from doing a self tour of the entire campus for a few weeks

4. Get lost a few times & learn from that! Really helps

 

Top 10 Places to know at SHU “ON CAMPUS” ASAP:

1. The bathroom: I would think we all use them

2. Flick: every once in a while you'll get hungry

3. The library: this is the safest place to study! As a friend of mine said if you choose the mahogany room, common areas, patios etc, forget it- you'll definitely end up stalking people on facebook, cracking up about what you did the night before or just sit & look around

3. Bookstore: although you may not join the line to get your books or stop in to pick them up, guarantee you'll want SHU gears, or a pencil for that scantron test your professor have been telling you about all month, yet you show up with three pens and a calculator.

4. The factory: you might need to swop your battery if you have not charged it all week & is constantly on facebook or typing papers

5. Hawley lounge: having a school with a lounge & not making use of is simply ridiculous!! & there are lockers in there so if you really don't feel like lugging around with your books all days that's the spot, make it happen with a quarter. Also in Hawley you'll find the student life offices, pool tables if you’re up for a game and you may entertain yourself with some CNN while you’re at it or MTV if you prefer J

6. Your processors office: they do have office hours, so if ever you need their help you can stop by, some by appointments, some without- so make use of their help whenever possible.

7. The learning center: they provide students like you who have done well in particular classes to help out if needed & it’s free! So whenever those history papers are driving you up the walls or your math problems just ain’t adding up, don’t chicken out, just go check’em out

8. the Pitt center: go SWEAT IT at the gym-why not. Great place to workout once you get over the hill- free of cost once you have a SHU id card

9. career development: for all your internship needs, resumes, cover letter constructions,  along with career advice plus much more career related issues they are always willing to help set you on the right path.

10.Public safety AKA pub-safe: they're there to help us whenever we feel unsafe at SHU or as I recently found out- they can give you a jump start if your car feels like acting up- I wish I knew this last semester ! I stood in the cold parking lot 8:30 at night when I was suppose to be heading down old town road; I was out there calling home for someone to come give me a jump start  .

There are lots more places to be, and enjoy around campus- and trust me you’ll find them.

HAAAVVVVEEEE FUUUUUUUUNNNNNNNN!

GOOD LUCK!

-Annya W.

Life after orientation & JULY

So I’ve been away for a while! Bad, its not that I’m as busy as I was when school was in progress, its just that I have less assignments to complete - u would think if an assignment is due I would blog, facebook and IM less, but and as a result I use my leisure time less or just sit on facebook or aim waiting for the next person to log in…bad …oh well so much for that!

Being home from everyone at orientation continues to be rather depressing; no mafia games, no Hawley, no robeks!!!!!!  now I wonder why do we need three full months off from school?? I don’t think it’s really necessary anymore to be honest. I miss my new found loves. I’m  soooo looking forward to a new school year with them. We constantly stalk each other on facebook and AIM and can’t wait for welcome days!

Now JULY IS HERE!!

The month I’ve been waiting for since last august! My birthday should be on July 12, but I will be celebrating the entire month this year- each day will be extremely special and well spent. So, a few of my OL friend also share the same month which is just amazing, so at this time I want to wish them all

HAPPY JULY! & HAPPY BIRTHDAYS TO:

Rob               july 1              

Theresa       july 1

Mike            July 3

Amy             July 4

Annya          July 12

Colleen        July 16

Bobby          July 16

At Sacred Heart, we live, we love, we laugh, we embrace diversity, we lead, we help and strive for the best!!!!!!!!

ORIENTATION 2009...ended too soon

It’s a learning process, and you have to be honest enough to yourself and those you work with, have an open mind and be dedicated to accomplish greatness!  A. White

 IM SO EXCITED I HARDLY KNOW WHERE TO START!

So orientation for 2009 freshmen started in late May. We had a team of 29, which included our 5 leaders.  Our main goals were to grow& lead, getting to know ourselves better as individuals and to get to know and understand each other better which as a result would allow us to work exceptionally well with our incoming freshmen. We did this through various team building activities and events. It was exciting getting to know everyone and running the program.

So after we got settled in and then gathered back together our leader decided we use a “buddy” system. OMG I almost melted in my chair because  buddy means something totally different in Jamaica and I’m gonna have to participate in this, awkward for me, so every time they would say “find your buddy” I had the giggles. Anyways this was not revealed until I had total confidence with my new besties and was sure they could understand this as a joke.  Orientation was all about learning, loving, caring and sharing and this was a great way to do it, as at times we found that we had so much in common- we all love SHU, we all are deeply involved with what goes on campus and we are all became friends. We laughed together and cried together as we got to understand each other, I share things with these strangers that not even my parents knew about me, we made fun of each other and cheered for each other, and while doing so we had fun. As an addition to our wonderful experience I learned so much, and played so much and is proud to say I am now addicted to play my now favorite game MAFIA! This game is just awesome and we all loved it and would play at any given time possible.

So as we prepared, we were eager to find out what to expect and what to do to make this orientation a hug success. We worked hard and played hard and I believe that’s what made it happen. Who thought orientation took a lot of hard work and dedication? We never think of how things got done, we only know we got our SHU red bag with our goodies, but never consider how this was put together- through this I’ve learned to appreciate the smaller things in life.  We supported each other in whatever way we could because it was not always easy controlling your groups.

Back to the fun stuff…

Orientation lead to a series of 1^st time events for me, which were phenomenal!  First and foremost it was my first time ever living on campus and that in itself was just great. I never lived on campus because I didn’t have to but now I’m definitely thinking about it for next year.

 I skated for the 1^st time which surprised everyone and entertained them as I feel constantly- the wheels just didn’t work well with me, everyone wanted to help and though they saw potential or progress in my moves but all I could think of was how much of a hazard I was to those who knew what they were doing as I could not even stand still even if I was on the wall—started out extremely embarrassing but was fun.

I also went to six flags for the very 1^st time with my new best friends on the SHUttle  with the big sign marked SPECIAL in full caps on the front & sides…smh & lol, honestly I was so excited and could hardly wait as its been years since I’ve done a roller coaster and thought it would be great; WRONG! It was more like nerve wrecking! OMG, so the 1^st one we went in I felt a tiny bit of confidence somewhere very deep within me-before they strapped me in, everyone was excited for me but all I wanted was to be able to get home in one piece. I felt very proud of myself as I stepped into the cart and when the belts were fastened I realized I made a wrong decision…now the thing started to move and on the 1^st round I almost wet my pants, I yelled, I screamed, I begged for mercy and wished I could make it stop… I felt like I was dying, flying, but was sure I was crying, my friends screamed my name as I screamed for help from whoever would make this thing stop. It finally came to a halt and I’m almost sure I was the 1^st person out. Being able to stand after that was a glorious moment. I challenged myself to try another one, again bad idea! The day went by great for the most part as we had fun and continued to bond with each other, I must give these guys thumbs up though because you really have to be strong to do this with your eyes open, obviously I’m not apart of the strong group because my eyes were always tightly squeezed and I couldn’t imagine what I would do id they were open.

1^st time going to a baseball game was fun. I don’t understand the game as I really never watched but I enjoyed the experience and tried to stay out of the way of the big blue fish which makes me really uncomfortable! He or she, whoever was under there tried to hug me and I was not having it! I wish I could hop over the railing and bolted but I didn’t want to make a scene so I stood there with my eyes closed and it touched me!!!!!!

Another 1^st was going to the beach; I really never knew there were beaches in CT until I was told there was a Fairfield beach with actual sand. I know people tend to go to seaside park and swim from time to time but to me that’s not a beach, and I cant be standing in any type of water not being able to see my toes…on that note I found out I was afraid of more things than I thought. Yea, so the beach in Fairfield was nothing I was accustomed to but it sure did make my friends happy, so I was cool, they enjoyed the sun and I was terrified of it as I usually get extremely darker after and felt parched which sure did happen. Other than that and the $25 rip-off fee for parking, it was awesome. Lindsey and Theresa tried to party at a bar mitzvah which they were so not invited to but they sure did have a great time…we all did!

It was a sad day when we had to leave SHU as we all have grown to love and care for each other so much. It was hard going home and its hard being home away from them all. I really can’t wait for us to meet again and have fun together!!!!

I should probably wrap this up before my readers start to think chapter 23 is next.

Over all we had a wonderful time getting to know each other and working together. Hard work pays off and leads to success. And on behalf of all the OLs of 2009 I’m extending another THANK YOU from the bottom of our hearts to: Denise, Pam, Colleen, Shane & Rob for making this all happen.

So after all I’m positive I was a great candidate for the orientation leader position as I learned so much and was able to share so much and survived the “buddy “system!

Advise to all freshmen: GET INVOLVED, WORK HARD, MAKE NEW FRIENDS, & HAVE FUN!!!

S-A-C-R-E-D  H-E-A-R-T , sacred heart , WAKE UP! , sacred heart, WAKE UP!

2009 OLs:

Annya ---ann-to-the ya /  Jamaican mi crazy
Gina --- gyynnaa
Erica--
Meghan--meg
Theresa --T
Natalie—Nattie  / cookie
Josephine---Jose/jo/
Ted—teddy/ teddy bear
Steven--
Amanda Francini--- fran/ francini
Julie---Julia/ jules
Veronica--- rona
Erin Hyanes---haynes
Erin Shnepp----shneppy
Lindsay ---linda
Amanda--arowe
Stephanie --steph
Kelly---k-to-the-l
Monica-
Robert --bobby
Westley--wes
Amelia---amy
Kevin---
Mark

please feel free to ask any questions, I will be glad to respond.

ORIENTATION 2009

ORIENTATION STILL

 

 

IN PROGRESS!!

 

UPDATES COMING SOON.

YESSS IT'S OVER! WELL...FOR NOW AT LEAST

  

No more studying, no more home work, and no more projects...Can you tell I’m excited? WOW! I feel so relieved right now mentally, however the spring weather has erupted my sinus full peak! I've been miserable for weeks, nonstop sneezing, sniffing, and just annoying everyone around me, i assume, as it’s annoying me endless.

So my finals ended today, and it’s my last day at the factory. So now I have to get packing for my Orientation Leader journey, I’m so excited for that. So, the semester went by faster than usual, which is no problem for me, and I’m awaiting my final grades which I’m overly eager to see. I know all my classes were great with the exception of one which I was unable to predict on the second day of class which was a sign from earlier on, normally when this happens I know I’m gonna have struggles during the semester and so it was.  That been said I am nervous about that grade.

My classes for the fall are set and ready to go, but I’m really not stressing that yet as I’m still enjoying the fact that the semester is over. So some great accomplishments for this my very first and exciting semester at SHU:

·         Student Ambassador

·         Was invited to the 20^th Annual Discovery  Awards Dinner where I sat with my sponsor Mrs. Louella Lieberman (awesome)

·         Worked at The Factory

·         Blog for SHU

·         Panelist for Being Borat and Counselors Day

·         Internship with GE Credit Union

·         Orientation Leader

·         Commuter Council (President appointed for fall 09)

I HAD A PACKED SEMESTER! There were days that I was so stressed I felt like giving up but then I didn’t now I feel awesome!

As I always mention in my blogs, SHU has so many activities for us students and its really for us to make them take us places, It was a great experience and I met a lot of great people, with endless connections and opportunities, and I’m Looking forward to Fall 2009!

Learn a bit of Jamaica’s Dialect

In Jamaica our official language is English, however, we have a dialect; Patois is its’ official named but pronounced ‘pat-wa’, it is a fun dialect and if you really get to understand it, it’s like no other. As you travel from parish to parish (which is state to state in the US) you will realize that each parish has a slightly different way of saying things. Some speak faster and others a bit slower. Below are a few you can play with. HAVE FUN!

 

 

Jamaican                            English translation

                

Yaardie: Jamaican

 

USA: Merica

 

A fi mi gyal dat :  That is my girl

 

Whappen?   What's Happening--What's Up

 

Hey gyal come ya:  Hey girl come here

 

Leggo mi hand:  Let go of my hand

 

yuh caan sing: You cannot sing

 

A wha dat? What’s that?

 

Langwij: language

 

Gal yuh nu dead yet?  It’s been a long time since I’ve seen you girl

 

Hey my yute, fly di bonnet: sir will you please pop the hood of my car?

 

Gal yuh head waan cream, yu nu si how it tough an tan bad? :  It’s time for a perm

 

Him nu  have nu broughtupsy: he has no manners

 

Source:www.jamaicans.com/speakja/usa_jamaica.shtml

 

The dialect can be tricky at times as one thing can have both positive and negative connotation at without changing your tone; for example:

 

yuh caan sing à You cannot sing and you can sing

 

Or

 

Kiss-mi-neckback: this is just an expression as we would use OMG! It does not literal mean you should try and kiss the back of someone’s neck. Then again someone might be excited and say kiss-mi-neckback which is normally used in a different tone  and which is an invitation to be kissed on the neck, but this rarely happens, so it might be wise to hesitate until that invitation is extended again.

Translation to some Jamaican text Jargons

Jamaican Text codes	English Translation	Close American text codes
TWY  =        Tek Weh Yuself	go away	move
XA =            X Amount	a certain amount	How much?
AO =           Alms Ouse	Nonsense or foolishness	crazy
BPT =          Back Pon Top	online again	Im bck
SCB:            Soon com back	Be right back	brb
BOAL =        Buss Out A Laff	Laugh out loud	LOL
BOABDL =    Buss Out A Big Dutty Laff	burst out laughing hilariously	LMAO
CAS =          Crack A Smile	smile	J
FR =            Fi Real	really	tru
KMN =         Kiss Mi Neckback	Kiss my neck-back (can’t believe it)	OMG
KYAWO =    Kut Yeye And Wheel Out	Roll your eyes and leave	whtevr
LM =           Likkle More	later	L8tr
MPD =         Mad People Dem	Crazy people	mad
MF=            Mek faass	Hurry / right away	asap
NR =           Nuff Respect	Peach out	peace

Source: https://gamerspride.com/showthread.php?t=6624

The Struggles of Being Away from Home

   

 

For many it’s facebook, myspace, twitter or HI5, but sometimes when we spend so much time online it seems like it still doesn’t fill the gap, that’s because it can’t! Home is home, and no matter how often we talk to the ones we love that still can never substitute for being there. I must admit IT’S HARD! And when you stay by yourself it gets HARDER. Thankfully Sacred Heart is a second home for most of us. There are so many things to do on campus, so many activities to get involved with, so many students out there that share your interests and would love to feel comfy as you do. Most times all it takes is a simple “Hi, how are you?” Not knowing anyone may make you a bit hesitant at first but after that barrier is broken its sailing onwards, not necessarily smooth sailing, as everyone is different, but sailing is in progress.

I recently met a great friend the strangest way. I had some problems with my paycheck on day and had to seek help at the financial aid office. While being help a young lady walked in to begin her shift as she worked there. I was indeed hesitant to start a conversation, not because she looked scary or mean which she didn’t, but simply because I fear rejection which most people can relate to. However we were there nodding heads in agreements to my problem for a while until few words came out here and there, and we finally started chatting. It was hilarious! Because we then found out we were both from the Caribbean, was tired of this non-stop winter and we missed home so much! At the end of our conversation we exchanged email addresses and phone numbers and have been friends since.

So while we beat ourselves up about being away from home, we should really try and make the best of what we have, keeping in mind we are all here for the great experience that we were attracted to in the beginning and we should make use of this once in a lifetime opportunity. There are students out there today who would give anything to get the world-class education and socializing community to which we are blessed to have. We should never forget where we came from, as it’s the guide to our future, but use what we have learned to make our futures brighter and to build life-long friends.

 

NUFF VYBZ & ACTION

So, just to let you know spring break was AWSOME or as we would say in Jamaica "IT DIDDA APPEN". Needless to say every since I returned it has been work nonstop! As if it wasn’t hard enough to get out of my vacation mode, I started my internship the day after, and got a job on campus; then I had all these mid-terms and other exams plus essays that were starting to pile up. However, thankfully I pulled through with good grades, though I had to endure long days and sleepless nights.

Easter break is a day away, I’m so happy for Good Friday as it’s the only day I’ll have off as I have to work, so I’ll try to get some rest- we’ll see how that works out. Things have been running smoothly for the most part, I have SO MUCH going on right now, sometimes it seems rather impossible. I will be an Orientation Leader this summer-SO EXCITED, have been invited to the Annual Discovery awards J, works on campus, an internship & a weekend job. So yeaaaaa, it kinda hectic! I need a vacation. On the up side, I have met some wonderful people over the past weeks at work and here on campus. It’s interesting at times how you think you’re alone in some situations or instances and there comes someone who shares those same situations as you do. It’s so important to listen to people and try to be a good friend at all times as you never know who you might meet.

Oh well, I must hit you up soon again, so at this point I’ll extend warm Easter greetings to you all!