Judging from the overabundance of Greek letters and throw-what-you-know pics on Facebook, it’s that time of the year again: SORORITY RECRUITMENT. Sorority recruitment was probably one of the most stressful experiences that I have ever had, aside from the college admission process; however, it was also one of the most rewarding experiences, for I have…Continue Reading Surviving Sorority Recruitment
Finals & the End of the Semester
One final project turned it, one exam completed, another exam in three hours, and my last exam in 24 hours. Finals are here, and almost gone (thank God). Exams may be the W-O-O-ORST***, but unfortunately necessary. This means this semester is almost over. These classes were fun, but I’m ready for a change. I’m also…Continue Reading Finals & the End of the Semester
12 Days of Finals
On the first day of finals, Furman gave to me, 1 hour to procrastinate. On the second day of finals, Furman gave to me, 2 cups of coffee and 1 hour to procrastinate. On the third day of finals, Furman gave to me, 3 regretted naps, 2 cups of coffee, and 1 hour to procrastinate. On the fourth day of finals,…Continue Reading 12 Days of Finals
It’s Christmas Time
Berlin is currently in full Christmas mode, which is exciting, even though it is not my favorite holiday. That is not Christmas’s fault though. My birthday falls on Halloween, so combine that with getting sacks full of candy, everyone ready to celebrate your birthday, and you getting to run around all day with a cape…Continue Reading It’s Christmas Time
What am I Thankful For?
As this semester comes to close, I have decided to- in the spirit of belated Thanksgiving- make a list of the things (in no particular order) that I am most thankful for as of these past four months. 1. The music department at Furman. Now that I have decided to go the music route, I…Continue Reading What am I Thankful For?
Friendsgiving
All of my friends crammed into one tiny room, eating mostly delicious, only sometimes questionable food, laughing at Turkey puns… It must be Friendsgiving. According to Urban Dictionary, Friendsgiving is simply “the celebration of Thanksgiving dinner with your friends.” Yes, Thanksgiving is coming up this week, and I cannot wait. I love sitting around the…Continue Reading Friendsgiving
Friday Night Shenanigans from Across the World
So a lot of the draw of studying abroad in Berlin is the thrilling nightlife. Berlin is known for it’s music and clubbing scene around the world and a night out is never dull. In the spirit of that, I thought I would give you a glimpse into my typical Friday night. 4:42 – Return…Continue Reading Friday Night Shenanigans from Across the World
Thankful
As Thanksgiving is officially this week, I think it’s important to say thanks for all the fantastic things in my life. The Dining Hall is having their Thanksgiving dinner tomorrow, and I’m too excited. It is literally the best meal they make all year. Last year, I had to climb out my window to get there…Continue Reading Thankful
Surviving Finals
Getting through the last few weeks of your first semester in college can be difficult; the tests have gotten harder, the papers longer, and the excitement of Thanksgiving and the Winter holidays is overwhelming. That said, it is important to not let these things get the best of you. You’ve worked hard this semester and…Continue Reading Surviving Finals
Becoming an adult: step one
Hello, hi, bonjour, hola — it is me, Leah. Your resident freshman blogger. I am barely 19, away from home for the first time, and definitely still figuring things out. I am a baby adult literally a newborn adult. It’s been roughly 80 days since I left Nashville, and I just had my first big…Continue Reading Becoming an adult: step one