Although it is hard to imagine, this semester is quickly coming to a close. I hope that you have all enjoyed your first few months as Allgheny students and that you are looking forward to the next few years on our campus. Throughout the semester, I hope that I have encouraged you to be curious, responsive, proactive, "reckless", and reflective during your time here. I certainly have enjoyed getting to know each of you and have been proud to see each of you become more open and involved in the classroom. I know it has been difficult for many of you, but to truly be successful here at Allegheny, having the ability and courage to share your thoughts and questions is a vital skill...no matter what classes you take. I hope that you will continue to push yourselves and extend your comfort zone.
As we prepare for the remaining weeks of the semester, please make sure to carefully consider the classes you would like to take in the Spring. Remember you Peer Leaders' advice--you are still first-year students...so you have a great opportunity to explore classes that you may not necessarily take as part of your major. As we heard with your Peer Leaders' stories, sometimes the class you take on a whim can end up shaping the course you take to pursue your career. Also, just a reminder to check your Peer Leaders' blogs for advice on navigating registration week--in particular, Natalie's entry on Hints for Scheduling is a good place to start.