This first semester of college had its ups and downs but looking back on it, I learned so much about myself that I will use to continue my growth in the future. I grew in my faith and became connected to resources on campus to help me with this growth. I became involved in student organizations that helped this growth, and helped me to build friendships that will last a lifetime. I also realized the value of friendship after being away from family for so long. I had to make all new friends, and I am very happy with the people I have met. My academics went better than what I expected in my first semester, and I will continue to improve on them. Overall I was very pleased with my first semester at Ohio State, and I look forward to many more.