This week has been totally intense. There is a lot expected, but at least it is all laid out for us at the beginning so we know what to expect. The home work load is intense, just this week I have to read 4 plays and the preface to a book, make a collage, read a short story, do 3 sketches, and write an essay. And there’s still one class I haven’t even started yet!
I was satisfied with my first essay until we began discussing it in class and then I felt that it was totally inadequate. It’s an amazing experience to talk with other people who respect your work as much as you do. I’m having REAL conversations about TYA rather than defending its validity- which is a welcome change of pace. I definitely need to step up my analytical game.
My assistantships have been a hassle. Figuring out who I am TA for was confusing but I think we finally have it worked out. My assistantship at the theatre has also been less than exciting. I have moved boxes, thrown things away, stacked books, moved and inventoried banners, and gone through old financial paperwork for shredding. LAME! I know its the first week and all, but I don’t really feel like I’ve learned a lot.
I have found a place to live! More than I anticipated spending, but its super cute and REALLY close to the Rep! I can’t move in for another couple weeks, but at least I’ve found a place that I really like!
I really like my new friends. We had a super awesome game night and I’ve really enjoyed getting to know different people a little better as the days go by.
I’ve come to embrace the term “1st year”. I’ve got an idea about my service learning project that I hope someone else will be interested in. I have volunteered forĀ a weekend guest teaching position in a town about 30 minutes away. It will just be couple of Saturdays and hopefully a fun experience.
Overall, things are going really well so far and I’m excited about what is to come!
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