Mid Terms

'Tis the season for mid terms......

Yes, that's right, it's that time of year again we know to expect as a college problem we all face.  As I am proceeding with my junior year of college I have had many types of midterms.  For the most part, mid terms tend to happen around weeks 8-10 of the semester.  Don't be discouraged and stressed out during this time of year because there are ways to get through the tests and jitters.  Below is a link for 10 ways to reduce stress in college: http://www.everydayhealth.com/college-health/college-life-10-ways-to-reduce-stress.aspx

I have already had two midterms and always find myself as the last one done every time.  Remember, being the last one done does not mean you are slow or didn't study.  Take your time and carefully read over each question then check your answer to make sure its the right one you have in mind.  Before you take the test, scan through it to see where you should begin.  Sometimes I start at the back of tests and work out the longer portions of the test first, then proceed to the easier questions at the end when time may be running out.  I hope midterms are a breeze and go well for you. Remember to stay positive and confident in yourself!

A quote that makes me smile

Sorority Life

As you may or may not know, I am currently living in the Alpha Phi sorority house on Washburn University's campus.  Being a sorority girl is tons of fun, but let me tell you, it has its ups and downs.

I joined a sorority two years ago when first arriving at Washburn.  Accepting my bid from Alpha Phi was one of the best decisions I have made in college.  Not only does the sisterhood wear our letters on our front, but we have sisters who have our back.  I decided to live in the house because I wanted to become closer to the girls and experience the atmosphere of really being involved with my sorority.  Living with 30 girls is never a dull moment!  I have had late nights, crazy times and memories to last me a lifetime.

All the members in Alpha Phi from Bid Day this year

There are times; however, that can be stressful.  This week has been one of those times for me.  We received our "little" sisters this week and as a "big" sister, it's our job to make them crafts and do things for their initiation week.  This is a very exciting time but it fell right as the same time that I am trying to do homecoming stuff as well.  I have been staying up late paining, pinteresting, and looking up ideas for my next surprise I am going to do for my little sis to make this a special resemblance of what Alpha Phi means.  While all of this is stressful, I keep telling myself it will be worth it in the end when I get to see how happy and surprised she is when she finds out I am her big sister.

Sorority life is an experience that has made me a better leader and stronger woman in today's society.  I believe that this experience has given me many opportunities that I wouldn't have any where else.  Along with that, I have 68 girls who I know have my back and will be there for me for the rest of my life :) 

~Envy the Ivy. Alpha Phi~