A let ter from the editor
Dear readers of The Patriot,
Here we all are once again: the beginning of a new semester. For some of you, this may be your first time away from home. For others, maybe it’s your last semester at school before heading out into the “real world.” (As if we aren’t actually living in it already, but you know what I mean ) Regardless of which category you fall into or anywhere in between welcome back!
The first few weeks of each semester, especially fall, are almost always the roughest It usually takes some time to find your groove and get a proper foothold on how to adequately juggle the many assignments and balance all the work with friends and the ever-elusive free time.
Just like all of you, we at The Patriot are also trying to synchronize our varying schedules in hopes of reaching some sort of equilibrium. Over half of our staff walked across the Rollins Center ’s stage back in May, and as each of them shook Dr. Taylor ’s hand and walked away with a diploma chronicling their hard work, so did much of our talent and stability
This isn’t to necessarily say that all is lost. We have recruited several fresh faces more than capable of pushing this newspaper forward with a variety of new ideas, thoughts and beliefs. It may be a time of major transition for this publication, but transition often breeds beautiful change.
So, here’s to each and every one of you in hopes of a great semester Let your days be joyful and light of homework Good luck
Si
BY
AU T U M N COON E Y
StaffWriter
Leaving your nest, the one that you have lived in either your entire life or just for a short while, is a difficult task in its own way When I first moved to campus I was horrified since this was my first time on my own. I had no friends here and no family. But as the days went on, I learned more and more about how easy it is to be far away from home but still love your surroundings This is a survival guide to help you survive as a homebody Hopefully this will help you break out of your shell, be comfortable and confident, and not miss your nest
1.) Moving day! The first day moving in can be very overwhelming but don’t worry. Take your time! This process is fun and is your first step as a college student Remember, this is the place that your memories will begin
2.) Our Campus Activity Board holds numerous events for the students on campus I encourage you to take the opportunity to go to every single event held. These events will help you grow as a person and make many new friends! The experiences you share with the people around you are truly memorable
Five easy guidelines for making the transistion from high school to college
3.) My advice to you is to bring at least one thing that reminds you of home. You will have a bad day, you will get homesick, and you will want to go home
All of those feelings and actions are unavoidable; that is life. Days like this will happen but that one special item will help you get through the day.
4.) Grades “This is not high school ” You will hear the sentence numerous times throughout your first day of classes. Do not let it intimidate you even though it’s true If you go to class, do your homework and study for your tests, don’t sweat it; you’ll be fine Don’t become a hermit though! Go outside and do something active. If you stay inside and all you do is focus on work, that is when you’ll become overwhelmed and stressed.
5.) Friends. One of my biggest concerns was friends. It was like first grade all over again. But the easy part about college and making friends is, you’re not the only one who is a freshman You’re not the only one who is away from home. You’re (most likely) not the only one from your state. You are not alone! Just get out there. Have conversations and enjoy your college experience because when you get your diploma, it will all be worth it!
BY CH R IS T I N RO T T EN BERGER StaffWriter
Waking up and getting ready for class in the morning is undoubtedly one of the biggest daily struggles in college After a week or two of getting yourself up early and making yourself look like you’re ready for a fashion show, your bed will start to get comfier and sweatpants will suddenly look more like the hottest fashion
Here are a few tips to master
the “Fresh out of bed yet fresh for class” look in less than 10 minutes.
The Night Before
• Set out clothes
• Shower
• Pack backpack
The Morning Of
• Keep makeup simple
• Wear hair in a ponytail, braid, or hat
The art of rolling out of bed and being ready for class takes more practice than you think, but it is well worth it on the cold days that your bed is too warm to leave earlier than necessary. With a few “practice runs” of this quick morning routine, you’ll be a pro in no time!
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What kind of roommate are you?
BY CA R L EEN F L E T CH ER & J E S SI E EL DR I D GE
Class of2014
College. There are many thoughts associated with this word, but what comes to many minds is the term “roommate.”
n. “A person you are forced to live with in a tiny dorm room ” as defined by urban dictionary.
This term can strike fear into the hearts of many new college students the dreaded “bad roommate” can ruin your college experience. However, how do you know if you are, in fact, the bad roommate?
Not to worry, though. We have complied a super easy quiz to let you know! So sit back and imagine yourself in your first semester of college with some of these common scenarios
Your roommate lets you know they have a big test to study for but you have open house plans. Do you?
a.) You move your plans to another dorm
b.) Move your party to the suite lobby. c.) Bring over your friends anyway.
When you finish eating in your room, what do you do?
a ) Immediately throw away trash,
wash any dishes, etc.
b.) Clean up some of it, but a dish could sit for a day or so before you wash it. It’s not room check yet, right?
c.) Leave the mess, you will get it eventually And if you forget, your roommate will clean it up when it starts to smell or before room check, right? That or you will both get points
Do walk around your room/suite lobby in appropriate dress?
a.) I am always dressed somewhat, even if I am relaxing or going to bed.
b ) As soon as I am in, it’s minimal clothing, even if I haven’t discussed it with my roommate.
c ) When I am in my room, it’s my space. I don’t need to be dressed, period.
What does your room look like?
a.) Your stuff is organized on your side of the room and put away accordingly in your closet and dresser.
b.) You have most of your stuff put up, but there is some clutter usually
c.) Your stuff is everywhere, even on your roomie’s bed, dresser, and in their closet
It’s room check day. How has cleaning gone?
a ) You and your roommate have worked out a system that splits the cleaning between the two of you, so you know exactly what to do each week.
b ) You clean what you think needs to be done If you forgot something, your roommate will catch it.
c.) You don’t really do cleaning. If you get a few points here and there, no big If your rommie doesn’t want points, they can clean the room up.
Your roommate has some pretty cool stuff that you would like to use or borrow. What do you do?
a ) Ask Simple as that
b ) You get permission most of the time, even if it is after you have already started to put on that cool jacket you pulled out of their closet And if they aren’t around, what they don’t know won’t hurt them.
c ) They run into you on campus, complimenting those epic shoes that look an awful lot like a pair they own too, in which case you inform them that they are, in fact, theirs.
Campus has its own meal plan, but everyone is going to keep food in their rooms too. How are you with sharing?
a.) You and your roommate both buy snacks and food to keep in the room, and ask if you want something they bought You don’t mind to share b.) You buy food too, but you find yourself eating more of your roommate’s purchases.
c ) You never buy food, but you are more than willing to eat what your roommate buys.
Your roommate has a new crush. What do you do?
a.) Listen as they tell you about their new love interest
b.) You kinda had a thing for this person too, but since your roommate mentioned it first, you will let them have a head start
c.) Target acquired, challenge accepted. Looks like you have to beat them to the catch that’s the game, right?
go to bed. What are you doing?
a ) It’s time to turn off the lights and go to bed too If I need to stay up, I can use headphones or go to the lobby.
b ) I was in the middle of watching a show with my friends, so we will just watch it quietly and I will send them out when we are done.
c ) I still have things to do and I am not tired yet I can still turn the light on and off in the room if I want, keep my friends over, and I’m not turning down the volume Gotta hear my show Plus, I still haven’t Skyped with my significant other.
What is your hygiene like?
a ) I like to shower regularly
b.) Sometimes I skip out on showering. You don’t need to everyday Or every other day, but only sometimes
c.) I shower when I feel like it. As long as I don’t smell too bad, it’s nothing a little deodorant can’t cover up And I’m still gonna borrow my roommates clothes.
All done! So now tally your answers
Mostly answered A’s: Sounds like you are going to be a great roomie! You are considerate and always keep in mind that you are sharing your living space with someone else. Nice!
Mostly answered B’s: Not too bad. You are on the right track, and you are a pretty good roommate. However, you may still be inconsiderate sometimes of what your roommate would want or is actually comfortable with. Just remember to talk about things and you should be fine!
Being vegetarian on campus
BY J I L L I A N CA R PEN T ER
Photo Editor
Finding something you like to eat on campus can sometimes be a difficult feat to accomplish. It's even harder to find things to eat when you're a vegetarian, especially when living on a campus in an area that isn't very vegetarian friendly.
From personal experience, my first few weeks living and eating on campus included a very limited diet until I figured out what I could and couldn't eat. However, being a vegetarian on this campus doesn't mean you have to survive on cereal and lettuce. There are just a few survival tips that every campus herbivore should keep in mind
• If you eat in The Grill, you have five options: cheese pizza, cheese sticks, grilled cheese, bread sticks, and veggie burgers
• Don't be afraid to order something that isn't actually on the menu. I often order a veggie wrap at The Grill It isn't on the menu, and sometimes you will have to be patient with the cashier when they get confused at your order, but they will be happy to accommodate your dietary choices
• When it comes to The Caf, much of the choices aren't vegetarian friendly. However, they usually have at least one vegetable available and there is always pasta and a meatless sauce available as well.
• The salad bar is your friend.
• When there isn't much to eat in The Caf, you can always grab a pizza sub from the sub bar in The Caf. But be prepared to stop them when they try to put pepperoni on it
It’s getting late and your roommate decides to
Mostly answered C’s: Uh oh, you may in fact be the dreaded “bad roommate!” It’s okay though, as I too have been in your position. With the patience and kindness of my co-writer and all around awesome roommate though, I was saved and you can be too! It’s all about being considerate and remembering to talk about stuff you live together, your roommate knows where you sleep, so whip your behaviors into shape before you move in together and confrontations can be avoided.
• It isn't always guaranteed that you'll want the foods you have to choose from on campus that day, so it's always a good idea to keep simple snacks in your dorm room This could include anything from granola bars to microwaveable macaroni and cheese. Anything that you like and can prepare in the dorm room is fine
• As you probably already know, as a vegetarian, you have to be creative when it comes to finding something to eat However, follow these easy survival tips and no one will ever say you just eat rabbit food again!
If it were Kentucky basketball, it would be Aaron Harrison, Mr. Clutch himself. If it were Disney’s “Frozen, “it would be “Let It Go” (now cue the musical number running through your head) If it were “Walking Dead,” it would be Daryl, no Rick, nope, definitely Daryl. But it’s not. It’s a legend, and that legend would be Henrietta.
This legendary tale began to write itself in the ‘60s with the storybook couple. The urban legend goes that she was a cheerleader dating the football superstar and they were set to live happily ever after; that was until she was dumped
The story is told that after this incident, the girl hung herself in Gillespie Hall, formerly known as Johnson Hall. Since this time, year after year, there have been series of strange happenings occur in Gillespie Hall Sounds of moving furniture, television channels changing, doors locking at random, rings going missing, the stories have consistently mounted up over the years. Do these accounts have an explanation, or is the explanation simply the ghost of Henrietta?
One of the most common occurrences is hearing what sounds like furniture being moved around in rooms surrounding many of room of the dorms residents. Logically, this could be explained by the fact that the building of Gillespie is one of the oldest on campus, the walls are thin, and therefore, even the slightest noise could be heard However, could that be the explanation for all unexplainable noises?
“It happens all the time. Me and my roommate will be lying in bed trying to get to bed for our morning practices, then all of the sudden we will hear all sorts of noises in the room above us,” says Gillespie resident Anna Clayton. “We would go up to their room to tell them to stop moving furniture, slamming doors, and constantly moving around, only to find out that they had been sleeping for an hour ”
Another frequent Henrietta claimed myth is hearing doors locking, mostly while in the bathroom Again, this noise could easily be explained, but it
The great es t legend t o roam Gil les pi e
BY A BBE Y CH ER R Y Class of2014
makes for a better story to say its Henrietta. To dispel this myth, the locking noise that is frequently heard is simply the automatic air fresheners that are in the bathrooms Despite a reasonable explanation, there is one resident who claims no other solution, other than the work of Henrietta.
“I was working as a resident assistant I was walking halls and went to check the bathrooms. I walked in and knew I was the only person in the bathroom,” stated junior Jasmine Newport. “And then all the sudden one of the showers came on at full blast I ran out of there and went to grab another RA. When we went back up, the shower was off and the floor was completely dry.”
One last recurring happening of Henrietta is the infamous missing ring Going back to the history of Henrietta, she was supposedly engaged when she was dumped, so it would only make sense that she would go after rings. Many of the residents have similar stories of taking their rings off at night, only to wake up and find them in the trash. Unlike the other stories of Henrietta, this is the one that seems to cause the most confusion in terms of explanation, especially when there are so many stories year after year
“I had an old ring that was my mom’s that I would wear every day. It was habit that I would take my ring off at night, place in the corner of my top dresser drawer, and then continue on getting ready for bed It was a weekend that my roommate was gone, and I got up the next morning and the ring wasn’t there,” stated freshman Lindsi Weis. “I panicked at first and rummaged through the drawer I ended up finding it later that day in a completely different drawer. It freaked me out at first, but I had to just laugh it off and say it was Henrietta.”
Stories just as this can be heard from many of Gillespie’s former residents Some of these stories have simple explanations, while others, well, we have grown to simply attribute to as the working of Henrietta. Despite some ominous occurrences taken place, the legend of Henrietta has to be stamped as a myth. Per the schools records, there is no documentation of the student Henrietta. Even though she is not listed as ever being a student, still to this day, “Henrietta” has been given a room (the attic) and for the sake of explaining weird things that take place within the walls of Gillespie, she will continue to live on as one of the greatest legends of Cumberlands campus.
Phot o by T i mot hy W yatt
Ma in Street Myster
If you get hit by a car on campus, do you really get free tuition?
BY N ATA SH A JON E S Managing Editor
Doesn’t every college campus have its own set of urban legends and campus myths? UC is certainly no different
Our campus is separated between academic and residential buildings by our infamous campus viaduct. The viaduct extends between two streets, Main Street and Walnut Street Main Street is what stands between the majority of our residential halls and academic/miscellaneous buildings
As you can imagine students often find themselves rushing across Main Street to get to class and have to dodge the traffic on Main. A crosswalk lies right in front of the viaduct and the sidewalk between Gillespie and Harth Hall. For students living in the dorms that are toward the other side of campus, the crosswalk is often out of the way, many students have to cut across Main several times a day at many different points of the street
Somewhere over the years, a rumor was started by the students that if someone gets hit by a car on Main Street, they’ll receive free tuition. I talked to several individuals with years of experience of the rules and regulations here, to reveal the truth behind this myth.
Dr. Michael Colegrove, UC’s vice president of student services, explained, “There are a lot of things that float around that aren’t true, somebody with no merit just wanted to start a rumor. I’ve never seen anything in writing that says there’s any truth to the rumor and I can’t remember an instance when a student was actually hit by a car ”
In his memory the only similar situation Colegrove can remember is during the summer camps that are hosted on campus, a camper was crossing Main and got brushed by car The camper wasn’t seriously harmed and he was held responsible since he was crossing outside of the crosswalk.
Erin Clouse, the current resident director of Asher Hall, who was formerly the resident director of Gillespie Hall for over six years, gave her opinion on the urban legend. “That was definitely made up by students. As far as I know it never actually happened,“ said Clouse.
“I wouldn’t want a student to step out in front of a car just to find out if it was true or not,” said Linda Carter, dean of student life.
Carter went on to tell me she’s heard the rumor on and off over the years. The only similar situation she has ever heard of was a few years ago when a student was knocked down on Main but declares the weight of the students backpack played a large role in the accident and he was not seriously injured.
Carter has no knowledge of any student ever receiving a scholarship for an incident when crossing Main Street, and declared that any student who is crossing outside of the crosswalk must make a good judgment of when is and when isn’t a safe time to cross
There you have it. Three out of three figures of authority stand confident there is no truth behind this myth.
School Art
Li t t le Shop, big plans and big ger pl ant s
BY J I L L I A N CA R PEN T ER
Editor
Out of all the things we tend to worry about day after day-- the declining economy, global warming, etc.--who would worry about a tiny little plant, right? So it has teeth; it's no big deal! That's what the character Seymour Krelborn thought at the beginning of "Little Shop of Horrors" by Charles Griffith The musical about a singing bloodthirsty plant has already begun to consume the University of The Cumberlands theatre department; auditions were held during the first week of September. The whole department is already starting the rehearsal process, building the set,
and putting together the hungry plant known as Audrey II, named after the girl Seymour is secretly in love with
This fall's musical is definitely a change from last spring's "The Mystery of Edwin Drood" in many ways The stories are very different, but the focus of most of the work needed is also very different This musical is made up of a small cast, but is very technically intensive. The director, Dr Kim Miller, says "One of the major characters is a puppet prop, and it changes size throughout the show, going from six inches tall, eventually to become very large. The last puppet
basically takes over the stage. We have many students who are interested in the technical side of theatre this semester, and this show lends itself more to the technically intensive side of theatre "
"Little Shop of Horrors" definitely seems unlike any other musical The Kohn Theatre has hosted to date It seems at first that the theatre may be taking this opportunity to think farther outside the box than before, especially when compared to the 1986 film version of the musical. However, the musical, much like most stage versions of films, is going
to be taken a different direction. "Our tale is more of a Faustian tale than the movie Here is someone who knows he's doing something he shouldn't, but cashes in on it anyway, and then living to repent his choice We're going more for the comic level, here," says Miller.
A musical filled with love triangles, botany gone wrong, and death by murderous plants has to be all you could ever want in entertainment Audrey II is set to attack the Kohn Theatre in “Little Shop of Horrors” when the play opens on November 6 at 7:30 p.m.
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Actorsplay “mirrorgame”to warm-up for character work.
This one time at band camp...
BY CH R IS T I N RO T T EN BERGER StaffWriter
Go behind the scenes of the UC Marching Patriot Band
There is one week during the year that has every band student excited yet exhausted: band camp week. Band camp is a crucial part of the marching band season because it is when the performers have the most time to work on the halftime show. Each day during UC’s band camp, members of the Patriot Marching Band were on the practice field at 9 a.m. sharp and practiced until 9 p.m. Throughout the week these students worked hard to memorize music and drill as well as enhancing their marching skills
This year the Patriot Marching Band is performing “Johnny’s Mambo,” “Fever,” which features UC senior vocalist Marissa Hedrick, and “Riverdance Opener.” These songs feature the talents of each section and also showcase the talent of sophomore trumpet players Eric Bowen and Daniel
Burchfield as well as junior mellophone player Whitney Johnson. The halftime show this season focuses on a large amount of energy and jazz. With that being said, everybody should check out the marching band during halftime at least once this season. It’s a show that keeps the audience wanting more
Although the biggest part of band camp is working on the halftime show, band camp is also a great opportunity for everyone to make amazing lifelong friends The best way for new students to make friends is through what’s called “the buddy system ” Each year a new student is paired up with an upperclassman, called a “buddy,” and there are different activities that allow the buddies to get to know each other. This year there was “introduce your buddy” night, skit night, movie night, talent
night, and “dress like your buddy” day Having the buddy system allows students to interact with people they might not have spoken to on their own, which can be a great way for making new friends Band camp isn’t the only time the marching band can be seen working hard. The Patriot Marching Band has rehearsals three days a week and is also on the football field on game days at 8 a m
There are even some days where the band leaves straight from a football game to go to an exhibition performance, which means they are performing twice in one day. Because of this, members of the marching band are dedicating so much of their time to this activity Marching band takes up a substantial amount of time and energy, but these students enjoy the time they spend on the field because they know that without the band it’s just a game
Finding a job for a mere three months can be difficult. That's when many students find themselves taking any available work just to scrape together some cash, even if that means enduring the worst summer job...ever. Many University the Cumberland students worked those type of jobs this summer With summer jobs it’s almost a complete gamble; You either have the good, the bad, or the best not remembered Some examples of these horrible jobs can include food service. The food service industry is a typical choice for summer work, but it also can prove to be one of the worst depending on what you're doing Jessica Parks, a freshman at the University the Cumberland’s worked at Dairy Queen for her summer job
Now scooping ice cream might sound fun, but to Jessica it was a complete nightmare. “I worked the drive-through window,” said Parks
“When I first started the job I thought it would be completely easy, which it was, but that was only the first day. Working the drive-through
T he G ood, th e Ba d an d t he Be st Not R em embe re d: Summe r Jobs
BY AU T U M N CO ON E Y StaffWriter
window you have impatient customers, misinterpretation of the orders, and a horrible number of pranks.” Parks laughed and pulled out her phone and said, “After the first week of working there, I got ‘coned’ so many times I started keeping track.” For those of you that do not know what “coning” is, it’s an act where someone goes through the drive-thru and orders an ice cream cone then only grabs the ice cream from the cone or puts it on their forehead like a unicorn. Parks marked the number in her phone so she would always remember Within working there for three months, she ended on a solid number of 75 But, hey, if you enjoy pranks the food industry might just be the place for you
Retail is also a popular industry for high school and college students, though the pay is often nothing to write home about This includes jobs in shoe and clothing stores, cleaning fish tanks, and bagging groceries. Jake Spires, a junior at University the Cumberlands worked at a grocery
store back in his hometown for his summer job. Spires said, “Other employees were lazy, and I was treated horribly, not by the store, but by the clients.” He added, “My parents raised me to always be respectful, but on Sundays I seriously wonder the point of being respectful.” Spires recalled a story of a customer within the store as he worked the cash register. “All I remember is the customer becoming very irate and screaming in my face because we had changed the brand of cat food that we were selling I tried to explain the situation but I kept getting responses such as, ‘You’re only college student ’ or ‘You don’t understand ’ But the greatest response had to be, ‘My cat will hate you for this ’” Spires continued by saying that the angry customer came back four days after the experience just to yell at him. So if you worked at a grocery store or in retail, you can be thankful that you didn’t have to deal with a crazy cat lady.
Hard labor or “factory jobs” are sometimes considered the most mo-
notonous. Lexi Bextly, a senior at University of the Cumberlands, would most definitely agree with that statement, "It was only one day...I don't think I could have made it through a second day”, said Bextly Her summer job at a fish processing plant paid well, but months later, she still can't get the smell of fish out of the clothes she wore on the job. “When I applied for the job I didn’t even know I would be working with fish. The only job description I receive was that I would be working in a factory from this time to this time That was literally it!”
Working a summer job can be a necessary evil However, even after the worst experiences, most students admitted to learning a great deal from their grievances They also better appreciated the value of education and understood that integrity, discipline, and a positive attitude are necessary to be a good employee Above all, research the positions you're applying for. Nobody wants their clothes smelling like fish, or having crazy cat ladies yell at you.
BY M Y R I A H SN Y DER StaffWriter
When I decided that I was going to transfer to University of the Cumberlands, I experienced about a thousand different emotions. Panic, excitement, fear – since the day I made my decision, at any given time I had a combination of these feelings.
However as soon as I arrived, I knew that I had made the right decision. Everyone was incredibly helpful All of the faculty and staff were friendly and approachable. The welcome week team made sure I was never too lost or confused.
It’s now been over a week since I arrived on campus, and the feelings of being a lost “new kid” are starting to wear off. The newness never would have gone away had it not been for a few simple habits I decided to implement
I know transferring is an intimidating thing The feeling of starting over is sometimes overwhelming. Nevertheless, here are ways I found to lessen this feeling and make starting over at UC one of the best experiences of my life
1.) Adhere to the old adage, “Make new friends but keep the old.”
The friends that transferred with me from home have become some of the most important people in all this Likewise, with a world of technology at my fingertips, keeping in touch with those back home or friends who have gone different places is simple Texting, group messages, and Skype have become my lifeline to my family and friends
But making new friends has been an adventure. It is important to smile at people. Striking up conversation with someone who has the same interests as you, even in class, also helps develop relationships Talk to people at work Sit at a random table. Find your own personal style of friend making, and go with it!
2.) Find an extracurricular that fits you.
Working and being involved in a sport is great! However, it may also be
How to transfer like a pro
beneficial to find something that isn’t required for your scholarship and jump in! It will help you adjust and meet different types of people. It may count toward your community service hours too And once you do complete your degree, extracurriculars pad your resume.
3.) Remember to keep classes a priority.
If you are transferring, you obviously have some college under your belt. Do not assume that classes here are going to be the same as the ones at your previous school That is probably not true Be sure to ask questions, pay attention, and find out what study method works for you here.
4.) Don’t be afraid to ask questions.
Being new often coincides with being physically lost and mentally confused. Although you may be a pro at college, this campus may be difficult to navigate at first More than likely, all the rules here are different than your previous school Don’t be scared to ask where something is Don’t be too intimidated to get clarification on a rule.
5.) Whatever you do, don’t neglect your walk with God.
This is the most important tip. In a new place, you probably haven’t established a “home-away-from-home” church yet But it is really important to do that! Likewise, it is crucial to keep doing daily devotions Find a Bible study to get involved in if you can. Find a ministry and go all in. I find that I can’t do anything without Christ as my priority. This definitely applies to my transition to UC
This place can be the home to some of your best memories. When you hang your University of the Cumberlands diploma on your wall someday in the future, you can be proud you chose to graduate from here. Those feelings are being developed now. Make the best of your transition!
