Overall, my first semester at OSU has been a positive experience. At first, it was beyond overwhelming to manage academics, a social life, as well as my personal health. Altogether, taking care of yourself is a lot when the only person looking out for you is you. One thing I dealt with a lot in high school and continue to deal with here is that you cant say yes to everything. Now, three months into school, it is more than necessary to say “no” to a lot of things, whether that be a class when I am sick, lunch with someone that I see every day, or staying in bed when I have an exam the next day. College takes a lot of effort in time management. Especially at a large school with as many opportunities as Ohio State, it is immensely important to take time for yourself and do what is the most right when both options are right. It took me a few weeks to also realize that although I am here for an education, and paying for it, it is also important to enjoy doing it; otherwise, people end up driving themselves mad.
Meanwhile, I am a little upset at the amount of things that I have not tried, like going to the short north with friends to shop around, going to the symphony with friends, and experiencing greek life a little more. I think that often times, people get into such a schedule of class, homework, sleep, class, homework, sleep, that they lose sight of the enormous city and town that surrounds us. On the other hand, I feel a sense of pride for the things I have gotten involved with, like the Women’s Glee Club, Yoga Club, my Humanities Scholars program, and all the people I have met and tried new things with.
Thank you OSU for a great first semester! Can’t wait for the next (hopefully only) seven!!!