By Dorothy J. HillFrom the End to the Beginning
As I reach the end of yet another semester, I realize that this is really just the beginning.
I feel such an odd mixture of emotions. It is slightly bittersweet because as I reflect on it, I am leaving a part of my life behind. But the bright side is that I am embarking on a new journey in life that will take me to much higher plateaus than I could have ever imagined.
While I reflect, I also recognize that I am a student and have been one for quite some time. Quite frankly the role of student goes beyond the realms of school. But, within the aspect of school, there are some things that are beginning to take on a different meaning in a tremendous way.
I’m sure most can relate to this… As a teenager/adolescent, there were words uttered to your parents that you began to regret at the early points of adulthood.
“I can’t wait until I turn 18 so I can…” or “I can’t wait until I’m grown so I don’t have to listen to you!”
At a certain point I did feel like I was in way over my head, but as time progressed things were a bit easier to deal with and I began to embrace my growth into adulthood. I am close to ending one chapter in this journey of my life and on the brink of beginning a new chapter.
Each day as I get closer to the end of my undergrad career I remember where I started as a freshman, what I have accomplished to this point, and how much more I will add to my accomplishments.
I ponder about the next steps in life. We go through various stages or levels in life both academically and just generally. Our growth is attributed to what we have experienced in life and what we desire to achieve, whether they are long or short-term goals.
We may not always reach the mark that we set for ourselves, but when you do it is one amazing feeling.
Winter break is just a blink away. Take as much time during this break to enjoy the things that mean the most to you—family, friends—soak it all up. If you’re into the holidays, enjoy the festivities. Since the NBA is back in effect, enjoy a few basketball games with the girls and guys and of course the football games, too. Eat, drink (if you’re legal), and be merry! After all it is probably one of the best times of the year. I don’t know about you but there is just something about the winter, not necessarily the holidays, though they do set the atmosphere but, this is the time when you can play in the snow like a kid and build snow men, make snow angels, have snow ball fights. You can enjoy a hot cup of hot chocolate, with marshmallows if you like. You can cuddle up with your loved ones, watch movies, or just enjoy one another.
I don’t particularly like the cold, and if you’re like me then you’ll probably spend a majority of your time resting at home over break. So, reboot yourself and come back prepared, stronger, and better than ever for the spring semester. For those graduating this winter, a new journey awaits.
For those of us graduating this coming spring, we have just one more semester until we set foot into a new reality. For everyone continuing on for the following years enjoy your time as you grow. Enjoy every moment of your life.
Happy Holidays!
As I reach the end of yet another semester, I realize that this is really just the beginning.
I feel such an odd mixture of emotions. It is slightly bittersweet because as I reflect on it, I am leaving a part of my life behind. But the bright side is that I am embarking on a new journey in life that will take me to much higher plateaus than I could have ever imagined.
While I reflect, I also recognize that I am a student and have been one for quite some time. Quite frankly the role of student goes beyond the realms of school. But, within the aspect of school, there are some things that are beginning to take on a different meaning in a tremendous way.
I’m sure most can relate to this… As a teenager/adolescent, there were words uttered to your parents that you began to regret at the early points of adulthood.
“I can’t wait until I turn 18 so I can…” or “I can’t wait until I’m grown so I don’t have to listen to you!”
At a certain point I did feel like I was in way over my head, but as time progressed things were a bit easier to deal with and I began to embrace my growth into adulthood. I am close to ending one chapter in this journey of my life and on the brink of beginning a new chapter.
Each day as I get closer to the end of my undergrad career I remember where I started as a freshman, what I have accomplished to this point, and how much more I will add to my accomplishments.
I ponder about the next steps in life. We go through various stages or levels in life both academically and just generally. Our growth is attributed to what we have experienced in life and what we desire to achieve, whether they are long or short-term goals.
We may not always reach the mark that we set for ourselves, but when you do it is one amazing feeling.
Winter break is just a blink away. Take as much time during this break to enjoy the things that mean the most to you—family, friends—soak it all up. If you’re into the holidays, enjoy the festivities. Since the NBA is back in effect, enjoy a few basketball games with the girls and guys and of course the football games, too. Eat, drink (if you’re legal), and be merry! After all it is probably one of the best times of the year. I don’t know about you but there is just something about the winter, not necessarily the holidays, though they do set the atmosphere but, this is the time when you can play in the snow like a kid and build snow men, make snow angels, have snow ball fights. You can enjoy a hot cup of hot chocolate, with marshmallows if you like. You can cuddle up with your loved ones, watch movies, or just enjoy one another.
I don’t particularly like the cold, and if you’re like me then you’ll probably spend a majority of your time resting at home over break. So, reboot yourself and come back prepared, stronger, and better than ever for the spring semester. For those graduating this winter, a new journey awaits.
For those of us graduating this coming spring, we have just one more semester until we set foot into a new reality. For everyone continuing on for the following years enjoy your time as you grow. Enjoy every moment of your life.
Happy Holidays!
Dorothy J. Hill is a senior from Chicago, IL. She is pursuing a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance. Dorothy is a Student Ambassador and currently serves as the Training Coordinator at Saint Xavier.
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