I deem today my ~last day~- my most difficult final is done, and I only have one left, which is next week, on the 28th. I figured that was enough reason to slack off a bit without feeling guilty. :)
And thus, I blog again. I… I feel a lot of things right now, what with the all “Oh wow I just finished my first year EVAH *___*” feeling and all other mini-feelings that go into this feelings-of-awe pie. Fellow Blog Squaders have written great entries about it, and honestly I feel like they took many of the words I would type out of my mouth. SO THIS ENTRY? IT’S MAINLY PICTURES. :D
First, a ramble:
Me… I’m a commuter student (as if I don’t rage about it enough…), and of course, this means my UBC experience has been vastly different in contrast to those who chose to live in 1st year rez. I’m not gonna lie- it has led to moments of frustration and regret that I didn’t accept my housing offer. Making friends is not instantaneous and events and meetings can be difficult to focus on when you’re worried about missing the last bus. I also have to admit that I’m still learning to adjust- I can’t claim yet that UBC has changed my life, that ~*IT’S THE BEST DECISION EVAR*~ (first half of Grade 12 year, UBC was the last uni I wanted to attend), or that I’ve made best friends that I’ll never forget.
HOWEVER. I can claim that I’m slowly finding my niche, even breaking out of my usual comfort zone in the process. I can claim that I’ve found a place that I like to be in, a place that I feel can really bring out my potential. A place where I’m often inspired and motivated by my surroundings, by the people around me. I have felt more confident and proud of myself in the past year than before, and I have shared heartfelt laughs and tears with people who are not BFFs, but might very well be, given the chance.
I am still an awkward turtle around most people, and no, no housing for me in the near future. Here’s to hoping that slowly, but surely, this would change. HERE I COME 2ND YEAR after my History final.
And underneath the cut is a series of GIFs that depict various moments in my 1st Year at UBC. Perhaps you can relate to some of them as well.
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Imagine Day, as a very giddy, enthusiastic 1st year:
Looking for classes:
When a course/prof makes me giddy with excitement:
Running for the bus loop because the 99’s doors are about to close:
Losing faith in humanity on the bus/in the library/etc.:
ECON LECTURE. ENOUGH SAID:
That surprise when I realized midterm/exam season is upon us…:
…AND that I have to write papers at the same time:
In the middle of crunch time, overdosed on caffeine, on the verge of apathy, and numbly waiting for break:
UPON FINISHING A PAPER/EXAM:
Upon seeing PWNage of said paper/exam:
Attending the SLC and feeling absolutely inspired…:
…So inspired to the point of being overinvolved AND a commuter student whilst juggling 5 courses:
AND YET…. when I got the Artistic Coordinator position for next year’s SLC:
Overall? I’d say an awesome 1st year:
Have a great summer everyone! I’m staying around… I’m not going anywhere except for Winnipeg in August, so it’s work work work for me. :) Expect blog posts, though! I WILL BE EAGERLY WELCOMING THE NEW BLOG SQUADDERS . \o/
Stay awesome y’all,
Jennine
I’M A PRETTY BUTTERFLY! AHAHAHAHAHAHAHA.
Wow. That gif made me lol XD
I can verify the reaction to the SLC Artistic Coordinator phone call!
Congratulations on a great first year, Punzilla! Second year is going to be AWESOMETASTIC! So glad to have you on the SLC team!
I love the Bert/Ernie GIF the most! Love this blogpost, entry & all!
amazing post, Jennine!
This made my life.
I have to tell you it was great to take a few minutes out of my super busy day to have a good chuckle. Thanks, amazing work.
Great post! Looking forward to more next year.