2011 Blogs

Graduation: Apparently I'm always crying.

04/27/2012

Receiving the Outstanding Student in Communication Studies Award. Photo with Katherine Frank (Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences) and Larry Richards (Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs)

"It seems like just yesterday I had no clue what I was doing (well sometimes I still have no clue what I am doing)."

So it is a little after 1am at the moment and I wrote my very last paper a couple hours ago. There are two finals holding me back from being completely done with school. It honestly has not sunk in that I am almost finished with my undergraduate career. I am not sure if I want it to sink in.

It seems like just yesterday I had no clue what I was doing (well sometimes I still have no clue what I am doing). I really had no idea who I was or where I wanted to go in life. I always knew I was determined to do something, I just did not know what. My time at Indiana University East has placed me on that path. These last few weeks have been the toughest; I have been crying on and off thinking about how I am closing this wonderful chapter of my life.

Speaking of crying, I am honored to say I am the 2012 Student Commencement Speaker. I wrote a speech that I hope everyone enjoys, and you guessed it, I cried while writing that too. I have been practicing my speech and hopefully I will be able to get myself together for the big day. :)

Brittany and me right before we went out for the night. :)

Let me tell you something, graduating from college is not exactly as awesome as you would expect. I mean sure, it's great, but it is also a very scary time in your life. I almost feel like I have to "put my money where my mouth is" at this point. I mean I have worked extremely hard throughout college with my sight set on success, and now I have find a career so that hard work does not go to waste. Although, I must admit, this is coming from someone who is extremely hard on herself. On the other hand, I will also admit many of my friends are going through the same thing. So just as a forewarning, do not think you are alone if you feel this way when graduation is close.

I do know that although it is very scary, it is also very exciting. I have started searching for jobs. :) I am willing to go wherever life takes me at this point. Many of the jobs I have applied for are in Washington D.C., and one is in Miami, Florida. All but one of the jobs are writing positions. I have heard back from one job in D.C. saying that after reviewing my credentials, I am eligible and they are reviewing me. Although this could mean absolutely nothing in the long run, it was quite a boost of confidence. It motivated me to keep trying. I am not going to give up.

I will admit, after checking out the area a little more, I am hoping for a job on the east coast. I could also go for the south. Keep your fingers crossed for me!

Last week was exciting as I received the Outstanding Student in Communication Studies award. This was quite an honor, and celebrating it with my parents and grandparents made it even better. They met my Indiana University East family as well as some of my friends. Afterward, we went to Texas Roadhouse and I was spoiled with a huge roasted chicken and mashed potato dinner. Great night. Haha.

"Me with all of the very tall Student Ambassador guys. Man, Matt Jackson sure has grown!

Wednesday was my last event as a Student Ambassador for the Office of Admissions. I choked up on that day too - wow you guys probably think I am a hot mess. I made sure to enjoy my last Junior Preview Day as much as possible. I have had a blast as a Student Ambassador. It is a wonderful program and the people in the Office of Admissions are kind, understanding, and so much fun. They really have the students' (both current and prospective) best interests at heart. I am proud to say I was part of helping Indiana University East grow.

Outside of school winding down, I have just been having fun with my friends. I go out every other weekend for girls' night with a couple of my friends from Dayton, Ohio. I saw Titanic 3D (I teared up during that too but did not cry, thank you very much). I do my usual wing night visits to Buffalo Wild Wings. Honestly, I cannot wait until summer comes around and I can be on our boat soaking up the sun. I am ready for a nice tan and lots of swimming.

Have a great summer everyone. :) I will likely update my blog within the next couple weeks. So many changes are about to take place.