After finishing my last exam, I wished I had asked my parents to pick me up that night instead of the following day.
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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.
Once you taste the honey-sweet tang of pure, unadulterated control, you will desire for nothing else.
“Mayday. Mayday. Mayday. This is November – Delta – five – one – two going down at 40.3 North, -73.4 West.
Winter break is approaching, and all I can think about is finals. The majority of Stevens students seem to have an endless list of tests to prepare for, papers to write, and projects to complete.
When I was applying to colleges, I considered majoring in Industrial Engineering, Business, or Psychology. Industrial Engineering seemed the most versatile, Business was the most natural for me, and Psychology was a new interest I had discovered towards the end of high school.
About one year ago, I had a life-changing realization. I was taking a shower, following my usual shampoo and conditioner routine, and suddenly I realized that every single product in the shower was plastic.
The air has turned brisk. Red and yellow leaves fall; a frosting on the streets. Days are getting shorter, and the nights are growing longer.
Throughout elementary school, I wore color-coordinated clothes that were carefully selected by my grandma. Even though we did not live in the same house, she managed to plan many of my outfits through detailed descriptions explained over the phone.
If there are only so many waking hours in a day, why not make the absolute most of every second?
Now, imagine you’re on a subway.
As Family Weekend approached, I found myself spiraling into a pit of confusion. Was I supposed to show my parents around this place that I have only known for a month?
Humans are social creatures, and at times, we all need a big, warm hug. As a result, a healthy amount of oxytocin is released in our brains, and we develop feelings of trust and connection.