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Posts published in “Mind of a Freshman”

Mind of a Freshman is an Opinion column written by one or two first-year Stevens students to discuss life experiences during their time at Stevens, and other related subject matter.

What is the point of gatekeeping knowledge?

I love all sorts of music but there will always be a special place in my heart for French music. Over the last few years, as I have expanded my music taste, French artists always seem to find their way into my queue.

Valentine’s day, but make it long distance

I have always been a bit of a “romantic.” I love making gifts for my friends and family, and showing them special ways to say I love you.

The second first semester

Only a few weeks ago, the Stevens population returned for the spring semester. While most came back this semester to continue in their given program, many freshmen— myself included—came back to start a new program as in the past month, we switched our majors.

Sorority girls

I never thought that I would be rushing a sorority… and yet I am. 

If there is anything I have learned since being here at Stevens, it’s that not everything is as you would expect.

We’re at the end

And so it’s all wrapping up. My first semester is coming to a close. I feel the finals slump. I am so exhausted and worn out.

Three weeks of limbo

As I was unpacking my stuff from Thanksgiving break, a thought crossed my mind. “How stupid is it that I am here for three weeks?”

I hate cold showers

I hate cold showers. I remember every summer, racing my siblings back to the house from the pool, each trying to beat the other for the first shower.

The art of the side quest

I grew up in central Pennsylvania in a small town called Montoursville. If I were hanging out with friends past 11 p.m.

Old habits die hard

Typically, weekend plans consist of some variation of me being pulled out of my room by friends to whichever gathering they have thought up.

The holiday season begins, brace yourself

Brace yourself, the holiday season is now upon us. In the following 61 days, four major holidays will be taking place: Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve.