Having a Blast!

Hello All!
I have had another wonderful week here at Georgetown and can’t wait to tell you about all the cool stuff I have been doing. From Zumba workouts with the girls to awesome worship services at Common Grounds, I have been so busy! Here is a recap of everything that been happening on campus since I last talked to you:
Freshman Family Groups were formed! I am so excited about this opportunity to share the word of God in a small group setting with other freshman like myself. Two upperclassmen lead the family as the mom and dad, and the freshman in their group are the children. My family is the best! It is such a great way to unwind from a stressful day, and fellowship with other freshman students who we may not know. I look forward to getting close to all the members of my family as we journey through this first year together. It is comforting to know that while we are struggling with homework or maybe feeling a little homesick that there is a group of students you know are praying for you!
Greek Informal Rush Nights have started! These are so much fun to participate in every week and I’ve met so many upperclassmen through these events. Food, nail painting, dancing, talking, TV, they have it all. This too is such a good way to make some friends and to just take a break from the academic realm of college and focus on the social parts. Being the sixth week of school I have begun to make some great friends in the sororities and have been out with them on weekends, and hung out at their houses. It is so comforting to know you always have older girls that are willing to answer your questions or give you advice on things. They are so welcoming and that is just one of the many reasons I love it here at Georgetown.
Well my first test results came back, and thanks to a couple hours of studying, I got a 98%. Not bad for my first exam! I am still awaiting results on my first English paper, but it was my English teacher who put it best. She told us in class, “It is about this time of the year that you begin to realize how much you truly do in one semester.” She is SO right. I have great classes, but there is homework that comes along with each one. Nothing unmanageable, however, it is more than I was used to in high school. This has been a challenge and time management has really become a skill I have had to master. I have found myself being more responsible from when school first began, and honestly college forces you to become that way. I have to wake up on my own, plan my days on my own, and set priorities. These are all things that I took advantage of when being home, and now looking back I realize that. I’m so grateful for the college experience I have had already, because I appreciate that they have made me grow up in a sense.
I have found in going home and having people ask about my times here that I can’t help but smile as I recall all the fun I have already had, and that I plan to have here at Georgetown College.
Keep following my journey, every week presents something new!
Alyshia

Week Three: Still Going Strong!

Okay, three whole weeks down! So much has gone in the past two weeks so let me catch you up…
First and foremost, academics. I am absolutely LOVING all my classes. They are so different from those at my high school in the fact that most are centered around a discussion in which you are encouraged to participate, adding in your own thoughts on the specific subject. This takes learning to the next level as you are able to articulate how your mind processes the information, as well as hear from others about how they view the subject. I have had some dates with the library, but I have learned so much in just these three weeks! I just turned in my first college paper, and I’m hoping for the best. I have visited all of my teachers during their office hours to introduce myself more formally, and have begun to develop relationships with them as I utilize their knowledge. My favorite class has been my communications class with Dr. Sibal, or Kenny as he would like us to call him, because that is my intended major. My English and Foundations courses have been tougher because they have really stretched my mind and made me think of things in many different perspectives. I have my first Biology test this week so keep your fingers crossed for me!
Now for the fun stuff! Outside of class I have been involved with so much. I love hanging out with the upperclassman girls in the sororities and attending their weekly nights of fun that are intended to help freshman girls get to know them better. Cookouts, TV, slumber parties, and movies we have done it all. I have been so grateful for how welcoming they have been, and it has truly made my transition easier. I have also been involved with the Global Scholars Program here at Georgetown and have been to many special events here at the college, and even a field trip off campus with the other Global Scholars. I attended the Involvement Fair this week and signed up to be a part of many interesting organizations including the Green Team. I even work a couple hours in the Wilson Art Gallery here on campus. There are so many ways to get out there and meet people, my only problem is fitting all of them in!
While going home is always refreshing, I find myself anticipating getting back to campus to hang out with all of my new Georgetown friends. I have already made connections with so many people, and I look forward to many more experiences with them during my freshman year. Stay tuned more adventures to come…