A Relaxing Last Semester

The class of 2019 is finally on the last lap. We are so close to graduating and starting on our next journey, whether that be straight to university or taking a gap year. College apps are finally done and it’s all a waiting game. Admissions decisions, financial aid packages, and summer plans are the only things we have to worry about for the next few months.

For me, I have almost all of my admissions decisions and financial aid package notifications. I’m down to deciding between two colleges. It’s a hard choice but I have a few months left to make it, since May 1^st is the deadline. My last semester is infinitely easier than any of my other semesters, since I’m finally taking classes I really want to take outside of the Gatton requirements. These include Communication Sciences and Disorders and German. I have a lot more time to dedicate to things I enjoy doing and learning about like Lacrosse, German, and going to the gym. I’m nervous for graduation, but it feels good to know everything I have been doing for the last two years has been worth it. I’ve made it through to the other side and I’m glad for every experience that I’ve had both inside and outside of the classroom.

I don’t speak for every senior this semester, but many of my peers share experiences like mine this semester. Many of us are down to our final few choices for college and taking classes we really have been able to slow down and enjoy. We have the time to explore things about ourselves, really enjoy our time together, and even help the juniors with their classes if they want it. All in all, our final semester is one of reflection and a little bit of relaxation we haven’t gotten to have in a while.