I won't lie, I'm slightly bitter that summer snuck away from me as quickly as it did. After a busy final year of high school and a whirlwind successful job interview, I went straight from graduation to full time employment within 24 hours. Ever since then, time has zipped past. It's as if I boarded a bus that took an expressway through summer vacation and dropped me off here, at the last stop. I'm suddenly eighteen years old, I've moved out of my parents' house, and I'm preparing to begin my first day of university classes tomorrow. I don't know how it all happened so quickly, but again I won't lie. I am ecstatic to begin my new adventure.
I have the privilege of being a part of McMaster University's undergraduate nursing program. Although the application process wasn't the smoothest, and the non-academic requirements seemed excessive at first, I am delighted that all my paperwork is in and I am ready to go! I absolutely love everything about Mac so far, from the beautiful campus, to the sweet people and amazing support system for first year students. Every day I am more certain that I made the right choice in coming to this school.
After moving into residence last weekend, I enjoyed a truly awesome welcome week. The activities were a blast, and the people were fun and energetic. It was a wonderful way to get to know new people and to have an absolute blast! I had the privilege of competing to be 'Super Frosh' by leading a cheer in front of my faculty, trying out for different teams, going on waterfall hikes and so much more. It was an unforgettable experience, and I hope to be a rep next year.
One of my favourite parts about the nursing program here so far are the NUBs (Nursing Upper-year Buddies). Each first year student that is interested can fill out a short survey online to match them up with a similar, upper-year nursing student who is willing to mentor them. I was excited to take part in this program when I accepted my offer to McMaster, but now that I have met my NUB, I am blown away. She and I have so many things in common with one another, from study habits to future career dreams, and I am so thankful for this opportunity to be mentored by such a wonderful person. Because of this program, I have one friend I can always go to if I need help, and knowing that is an awesome feeling!
I'm so excited for what each new day has to offer, and even though I know things will get tough, I look forward to learning and growing over the next four years.
Here's to just the beginning of an incredible journey!
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