who thought college could be like a vacation?
I'm here, all moved in and settled down. Thus far, college has been like Orientation again, minus all the mandatory sessions. It almost feels like a vacation, probably just because classes haven't started yet, and won't until Tuesday. What's even better for me is that while everyone is at class on Tuesday, I don't have to start until Wednesday, because the only class I have on Tuesdays is a Econ 101 discussion component, which wouldn't have anything to review because Econ 101 lecture wouldn't have met on Monday. And my schedule is completely free on Thursdays for this semester, so that offers a nice break during hectic weeks. So, for me, classes don't start until Wednesday next week, which for most people is nice. I'm starting to feel the results of too much free time: boredom. Isn't that terrible? I'm almost bored here. I know there are so many people to meet and places to see, but I guess I'm not outgoing enough to just walk up to a bunch of people and join in. I know that I have plenty of time to make new friends, especially once classes start and extracurriculars roll in. Interestingly enough, I've seen many familiar faces. I saw ilovegiraffes and Katie Watts in East Quad yesterday, and a few people from Orientation. Today I saw one of my fellow counselors from Boys State, Andrew Bradburn, while walking back to Mo-Jo and Bobby and Lindsay in Shaman Drum bookstore. And I've been hanging out with my roommate now and then, too, which is good, because so far, we've gotten along just fine. Even though I'm hesitant to judge, I don't think we'll be the best of friends, but we do click pretty well. Oh, and speaking of seeing people, I met up with lettingitshine as she "helped" her brother unload by South Quad today. I've also met many people whose names I am already beginning to forget. I met our neighbors from across the hall and next door. And talk about old reunions, I met up with naancy, who I hadn't seen in four years and I finally got to meet purplesaphhire in person. I already feel like I'm developing a pretty good set of friends, which may be why I'm not out socializing at the moment. For the most part, everyone's still getting to know each other and are cordial and friendly.
I'm actually typing on a Mac right now in the Mosher-Jordan computer site (these things have interesting keyboards and a very appealing design), and the only other girl who was in here with me just left, so I'm all alone. But I don't really mind. Tonight, I'll grab some dinner and call up Bobby to see if he wants to hang out. And in other news--but still college related--I picked up my books today, well most of them anyway. I made the mistake of not preordering them during my Orientation session, but to make a long story short, it didn't really hurt me. For my senior buddies who are venturing off to the land of higher education next year, however, I would definitely recommend preordering or reserving books, just because I've heard about a bunch of people who are bookless for the beginning of class. I went to four bookstores and couldn't find books for my section of Sociology 105 or for my section of English 125. But, I did get all my books (used and cheaper) for Econ 101, which I'm already beginning to dread...and I haven't even taken the course yet. And in perhaps a bit more exciting news--for me anyway--I found out that I managed to snag a seat in the Spanish 275 class, so I picked up my outrageously expensive book for that, too. But I found out about my placement after I went to pick up books for Chinese 101. Thankfully, the bookstore was out of the first two textbooks needed for the class, so I only was able to buy the workbooks anyway. And I'll need them for next semester, too. Even though I can't find the books I need for those particular sections, I'll go to class book-less on the first day and ask the professor what books he/she wants us to have. College is mighty expensive, however...my books today alone cost over $200. I don't even want to think about how many hours that would translate to at the library and law firm.
And for those of you who are remotely interested: The activities at Welcome Week are somewhat interesting for the most part. It all seems to be really disorganized--crowds gathered here and there--and I guess that disorganization would be a byproduct of more independence and freedom. Oh, and my dormroom is pretty good, too. The size is barely adequate, and I'm not sure I want a labtop anymore. I wouldn't have any place to put in except on my desk, which already is a little cluttered. And besides, the computer lab here is air-conditioned and open 24/7 (even though the a.c. is a little intense in here). Another random note: I've noticed that college is a lot of walking. Central Campus is pretty big, and just going from bookstore to bookstore today was slightly exhausting. I think a bike would be a decent idea, but I wouldn't know where to put it during the winter season. If I just left it out, it would be ruined.
Ah, and an Asian fraternity attempted to recruit me today. Yeah. Their little flyer read: 18 to come and 21 to get wet. Too bad I'm underage. Not.
Well, I guess that's just about it because I'm getting hungry. I'll try updating (if I'm not too busy) after classes begin on Wednesday. Happy Labor Day to everyone!
zaijian
I'm actually typing on a Mac right now in the Mosher-Jordan computer site (these things have interesting keyboards and a very appealing design), and the only other girl who was in here with me just left, so I'm all alone. But I don't really mind. Tonight, I'll grab some dinner and call up Bobby to see if he wants to hang out. And in other news--but still college related--I picked up my books today, well most of them anyway. I made the mistake of not preordering them during my Orientation session, but to make a long story short, it didn't really hurt me. For my senior buddies who are venturing off to the land of higher education next year, however, I would definitely recommend preordering or reserving books, just because I've heard about a bunch of people who are bookless for the beginning of class. I went to four bookstores and couldn't find books for my section of Sociology 105 or for my section of English 125. But, I did get all my books (used and cheaper) for Econ 101, which I'm already beginning to dread...and I haven't even taken the course yet. And in perhaps a bit more exciting news--for me anyway--I found out that I managed to snag a seat in the Spanish 275 class, so I picked up my outrageously expensive book for that, too. But I found out about my placement after I went to pick up books for Chinese 101. Thankfully, the bookstore was out of the first two textbooks needed for the class, so I only was able to buy the workbooks anyway. And I'll need them for next semester, too. Even though I can't find the books I need for those particular sections, I'll go to class book-less on the first day and ask the professor what books he/she wants us to have. College is mighty expensive, however...my books today alone cost over $200. I don't even want to think about how many hours that would translate to at the library and law firm.
And for those of you who are remotely interested: The activities at Welcome Week are somewhat interesting for the most part. It all seems to be really disorganized--crowds gathered here and there--and I guess that disorganization would be a byproduct of more independence and freedom. Oh, and my dormroom is pretty good, too. The size is barely adequate, and I'm not sure I want a labtop anymore. I wouldn't have any place to put in except on my desk, which already is a little cluttered. And besides, the computer lab here is air-conditioned and open 24/7 (even though the a.c. is a little intense in here). Another random note: I've noticed that college is a lot of walking. Central Campus is pretty big, and just going from bookstore to bookstore today was slightly exhausting. I think a bike would be a decent idea, but I wouldn't know where to put it during the winter season. If I just left it out, it would be ruined.
Ah, and an Asian fraternity attempted to recruit me today. Yeah. Their little flyer read: 18 to come and 21 to get wet. Too bad I'm underage. Not.
Well, I guess that's just about it because I'm getting hungry. I'll try updating (if I'm not too busy) after classes begin on Wednesday. Happy Labor Day to everyone!
zaijian