Back to school, for reals

OK, now we’re officially back to school. For the first time, I actually had to attend the Convocation ceremony, but not with out first going to the bookstore and buying all of my graduation garb. That’s right, I’ve got the cap, gown, tassel, and hood. I’m pretty much all set for everything I might need for graduation- all I have to do now is make it through the year!
Convocation started off with a moment of silence marking the 2nd anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. Dean Sue delivered the keynote address emphasizing the importance of our roles in the future of Wheaton. However sweaty and silly we were in our polyester robes, every member of the class of 2008 listened attentively and even participated in singing the Wheaton hymn and anthem.
If i didn’t feel the weight of senior year and the reality of leaving this place, I think it truly sank in during convocation. But until I really need to understand what leaving Wheaton actually means, I still have the entire year to go: a sobering thought!
Luckily, the beginning of the year coincides with Labor Day weekend, something that definitely eases the transition! My friends and I spent the weekend lounging around Wheaton and enjoying the last of our summers. We went to my friend’s house on the North Shore of Boston for the last first time and enjoyed a day of boating and barbecuing before returning back to campus to do homework.
Thus far, senior year has been pretty great!