It's only been a week and a half, and I can already say that I've experienced so many firsts in graduate school: My first grad school friend, my first almost-test, my first time being called on by the teacher and not knowing the answer. The list goes on and on!
People ask me all the time, is grad school as difficult as is sounds? The answer (being completely honest) is yes. Graduate school is definitely more serious than undergrad, more is expected of you, there's a lot less explaining, and more of an expectation that you know what they're talking about. All this, combined with working 40 hours a week at the university, makes for a very interesting adventure!
This semester I'm taking two classes: Organization and Governance in Higher Education on Mondays and American Higher Education on Wednesdays. Both courses are offered at night from 6:00-8:45.
People ask me all the time, is grad school as difficult as is sounds? The answer (being completely honest) is yes. Graduate school is definitely more serious than undergrad, more is expected of you, there's a lot less explaining, and more of an expectation that you know what they're talking about. All this, combined with working 40 hours a week at the university, makes for a very interesting adventure!
This semester I'm taking two classes: Organization and Governance in Higher Education on Mondays and American Higher Education on Wednesdays. Both courses are offered at night from 6:00-8:45.
Before attending my first class, I couldn't help but imagine how things would be. Would it be anything like undergrad? Would I feel unprepared since my undergraduate major was far from Education? I had those first day of school jitters all over again!
I knew that during the first week especially, I wanted to feel as prepared as possible. I made sure to strategically plan my outfits, pack my book bag, and have the best supplies for class. I must have been doing something right because it went swimmingly, and got me so excited for the semester to come! Determined to get an involved as I can and meet new friends, I've also joined HESA (Higher Education Student Association). Since Boone is such a college town, I thought this would be a great way to meet some people in my age group, and be even more active in my program!
When I graduated from undergrad, I never in a million years thought that I would go back to school for my masters in anything, so for me, this is a big deal!
I knew that during the first week especially, I wanted to feel as prepared as possible. I made sure to strategically plan my outfits, pack my book bag, and have the best supplies for class. I must have been doing something right because it went swimmingly, and got me so excited for the semester to come! Determined to get an involved as I can and meet new friends, I've also joined HESA (Higher Education Student Association). Since Boone is such a college town, I thought this would be a great way to meet some people in my age group, and be even more active in my program!
When I graduated from undergrad, I never in a million years thought that I would go back to school for my masters in anything, so for me, this is a big deal!
To remember how special my first day of graduate school was, I took some time to make a sign, and had my friend Tara snap a picture of me. I love seeing how people change over the years, and I'm sure I will see a change in myself as I work toward my Master of Arts in Higher Education!
I'm sure there will be many more "firsts" to come, this is just the beginning! Have you ever thought of pursuing a master's degree?
As always, Have a Sweet Day!