Hello all!
I have to admit, in my entire, although maybe short, 18 years of living, I’ve never been so excited to see grass. It is quite the treat walking through campus, even in the rain, and being able to appreciate the GREEN Dionne Green! (The Dionne Campus Green is an entire grassy open area in front of DeNaples and the science center that is perfect for sports, hanging out, etc). I’m also more excited than ever to be back at school in general. Of course being home is nice, but I was beyond ready to get back in the swing of things at Scranton. Besides, the University is absolutely beautiful in the spring; I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else.
We are now here for the long haul, which is about six or seven weeks. Academically, the rest of the semester is definitely going to be tough. However, lately I’ve been more thankful than ever for my professors here. There is not one teacher or staff member I feel uncomfortable about meeting with! Two weeks ago I sat down with my literature professor (Dr. Gougeon) and the Chair of the English Department (Dr. Beal). I had a number of questions about assignments, courses, and potentially declaring a minor, and I was nervous they would not want to be bothered with my concerns. Speaking with Dr. Beal and Dr. Gougeon lifted such a weight off my shoulders! But not only were they helpful, but incredibly warm and welcoming as soon as I walked into their offices. I am so glad that I have taken more time this semester to truly familiarize myself with my professors; I don’t feel like I’m missing out on such an amazing aspect of the University anymore. As I said before, the rest of the semester will be tough with the multitude of exams and assignments I have, but I know my professors can give me a nice confidence boost to get me through the more difficult moments of school.
Of course college is not only about school! As most of you know by now, I believe one of the greatest gifts Scranton has given me is Octaves. This weekend the a cappella group has its second gig singing for the Make A Wish Foundation benefit. We’ll be performing one new song, Geranimo, along with one old song, Don’t You Worry Child. I’m hoping someone records us this time!
That’s all for this week. Time to get back to my homework and relaxing with my roommate. I hope you all have a great week and have been having a lovely start to spring!
-Catie