BRIONA SAAS
Special to The Leader
You are now reading the last issue of The Leader for Spring 2015. Do you know what that means? Summer is just around the corner! To many of us, this is a time when we just want to get out of here as soon as possible; for others, we don’t ever want to leave.
Regardless of what side you’re on, we all start to reflect on the year we’ve had here. Whether good or bad memories — ask yourself: “What would I do differently if I could do it all over again?” The answer could be a laundry list or simply nothing. It’s never too late to make some changes in ways that could help make next year even better.
If you’re lacking inspiration and unsure of the year you’ve had, here’s a chance to hear from your fellow peers. I asked students around campus two questions: “What was your favorite memory this year?” and “What do you hope to accomplish next year?” Hopefully you can relate to some of these answers and also get a chance see what your fellow classmates have planned.
“My favorite memory was the first week of school — having everything be so new and exciting. I also hope to do really well and make the dean’s list for both semesters,” said Katie Catalanello, a biology major.
“My favorite memory from this year was being a TA for professors Bob Booth and Peter Tucker. Having people coming to me for help and guidance was really reassuring because I realized how much I really am learning here, and that my years here are paying off. For next year, I hope to use what I have learned and what I will learn to make work I am proud to say is mine, but more importantly work that gives me the confidence to say I am an artist,” said Eric Ryberg, a junior sculpting major.
“[A] favorite memory of mine was meeting my roomie, and I hope to figure out what I really want to do with my life and find my career path,” said Erin Prevost, a communication major.
“My best memory of this year was chillin’ with my friends during the two snow days in a row right before Thanksgiving break, and what I hope to accomplish next year is [to] get a good start on my major of sports management, as I just declared it for next year,” said Bailey Gauthier, a sophomore sports management major.
“My favorite memory from this year is doing FredChef, and next year I hope to accomplish graduating in December,” answered Bridget Burch, a communication disorders and sciences major.
“My favorite memory was spending a Saturday on the turf playing soccer and football with my friends, and next year I hope I can figure out my major,” said Griffin Tritto, who is currently a public relations major, with a chuckle.
“My favorite memory was going to Camp Gross to do math activities with the seventh and eighth graders at NCCS,” said Ashley Gangi, an early childhood education major. “I also hope to become a great student teacher next year!”
“My favorite memory has been going to Puerto Rico and being able to study abroad,” said Dennis Adey, a senior spanish major. “After I graduate, I want to find a job as either an educator or translator.”
“My favorite memory was becoming the president of my show choir and being able to improve my people and organizational skills,” said Allisa Joanelle, an English major. “Next year I hope to stay in contact with all of the amazing friends I’ve made while I’m in Florida participating in the Disney College Program.”
“[My] favorite part of this year was playing for the Fredonia baseball team,” said Steve Zaprowski, an accounting major. “I met a ton of great guys that I can call my friends, and we’ve had a lot of fun. Next year I hope to maintain an over 3.0 GPA.”
“I think one of my favorite memories from this year is the giant snowstorm right before Thanksgiving,” said Karissa Lubberts, a sophomore drawing and painting major. “We were all trapped inside, and my friends and I hung out and joked about the bizarre situation. Next year I’d like to become a good RA since it’ll be my first semester being one. I’d also like to get more involved in clubs, such as WSU.”
There you have it everyone — some inspiration for next year. Good luck with your plans, and have a great summer!