I came to college unsure of who I was, what I wanted to do, and if I should even be here at Juniata. Starting off my fall semester, I was taken by ambulance the first weekend because I... well, just guess. I was the talk of the campus. Adding to my mother's disappointment I was failing intro to anthropology with my student adviser. Should I have just gone into Bio-Pre Med? Should I even be in college? I was irresponsible and had no plan for my future.
The incident made me realize that I really needed to start taking care of myself and be responsible. I started paying attention in class and actually doing homework and I developed strong friendships. My life was turning around. I regained my passion for anthropology and began planning my future and setting goals. And despite my rough start, I managed to get a 3.1 for the semester. This semester I'm trying for a 3.6-I need to start making Dean's List if I want to get a doctorate in anthro-and I'm taking on philosophy and religion which are both new to me. One day I hope to work for Nation Geographic, but I can work on that later.
Thanks for sharing this event with me, Olivia. I am sorry that you had to go through such a difficult experience. It is through some of the most difficult of experiences that we grow the most. I am glad that you have set positive goals for yourself and are reaching towards them. The first semester of college can be rough--a lot of change and adjustment (as well as questioning yourself). I am so happy that you decided to return this semester. I look forward to having you back in CWS class once again.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Dr. Mickel. I too look forward to the spring semester of CWS.
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