Almost Done!

Hello blog readers! Sorry I have been slacking on the updating. With classes winding down, cramming for finals has been winding up. With five classes, my studying has been mostly staying up late and waking up early. Every semester I always try and get ahead as much as possible. This year I thought I was in a really good position for most of my classes but with finals a week away, it doesn't seem that way anymore. Luckily my International Management class is over as of right now. My Management Information Systems class will be done tomorrow at 11:30 when I present my final project and hand in my essay. For my last three classes, I have a 10 page paper due Wednesday, a speech due Monday, and an exam on Wednesday. It definitely could be worse, but I'm not in the clear just yet.

Things have been winding down in the office, only to pick up again on May 17th. My summer schedule is looking like working in the admissions office 9 AM to 4 PM or 1 PM on the days I work at Nike from 2 PM to 7 PM.

I really can't wait for summer vacation. Obviously every student says that, but this year seems like it's been a long one and summer vacation is going to feel so good. Also I'm excited to take my personal trainer exam in the summer. I'm going to try and get certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) which is one of the best certifications you can get. Unfortunately it's pretty expensive, but I hope it'll be worth it in the end.

Now it's off to the library to finish my final project for Management Information Systems. Happy Hump Day everyone!

-CG

Two Successful Showcases!

Yesterday was our second and final showcase of the semester and it was a huge success! We had anticipated it would be much larger than our previous one a few weeks ago and it definitely was. Even better, we had amazing weather yet again. That's two for two! Unfortunately I didn't speak at this one but I gave three tours to students from all over. I'm pretty sure I met students from every state in New England as well as New York, New Jersey, and California. I even saw a family who was at the admitted student reception in New York last week.

Speaking of that session, it was also a huge success. Two admission counselors, myself and another ambassador traveled down to Tarrytown, New York to speak with admitted students from the area. We had a good turnout and it was definitely a lot of fun.

Thursday I'll be headed to New Jersey for the first time. I've never been to New Jersey except driving through it to get to South Carolina. I'm visiting my friend Alisha who goes to Seton Hall. I'm excited to head down there since I haven't seen her since spring break, I think we have plans to go into New York City on Saturday which will be fun. I'm so used to Boston, it's going to be nice to experience a whole new city.
I'm taking the Bolt Bus which is a really cool company because if you're the first one to buy a ticket for a particular departure or return, it only costs $1. Unfortunately my tickets cost me $10 there and $15 back but oh well, still pretty inexpensive for a round trip to New York City. Supposedly the Bolt Buses are really nice. They offer free Wi-Fi, outlets, and more leg space than any other bus company. Too bad the ride is 4.5 hours long, I'll probably just sleep the entire way.

Time to head to Nike Town and sell some shoes!

-CG

April Showers Bring May Flowers...So What Does April Sunshine Bring?

Lately the weather has been amazing here in Boston and everyone has been getting a bit of spring fever. My Easter weekend was pretty casual and very short. I left for Connecticut Saturday night and came back to Boston Sunday afternoon. I think I was actually home for less than 24 hours, but it was nice seeing my family as well.

Tomorrow I leave for New York to speak to admitted students in the area. I'm really excited to go because I've never been to that area of New York. Last year I went to Connecticut to speak to admitted students and I had a blast. I can only imagine how much fun New York will be. Except I'll probably be working on school work on the drive there. Booooo.

I'm sorry to inform all of you, but I won't be participating in the first ever Mr. Suffolk pageant. I know this may come to a surprise and a disappointment to some, but I honestly just don't have the time to prepare for it. I really wish I could commit myself to it, but it doesn't look like that'll be happening. However another ambassador, Mr. John McDonnell is competing in it so you all should still come and support him in his quest for becoming the first ever, Mr. Suffolk.

Opening day was Sunday night and the Red Sox won 9-7 over the New York Yankees. It was a great game for opening day and the city was definitely alive with spirit. The great thing about attending school in Boston is that you don't have to go to every game to feel like a part of the liveliness. Sometimes its even more fun to just watch the game with a bunch of friends.

This Sunday will be our second and last Showcase of the semester. If you didn't get a chance to come to the first one, you most certainly can come to this one. The Showcase includes speakers from admissions, new student orientation and trustee ambassadors, as well as a classroom experience by a professor. Then you are allowed to go on a campus tour, speak with representatives from every academic department, or speak with representatives from student activities such as clubs and organizations here on campus. It's definitely a long day but its full of information and if you're seriously considering Suffolk University, I highly recommend you coming to check it out.

Alright it's time for class and work at my second job. Blog ya later!

-CG