Sorry For Having Been MIA!=(

Well, spring semester of my freshman year in college officially began on January 16th. Winter break was wonderful! In fact, I can safely say that it was the best one ever. I spent my first two weeks catching up and hanging out with my great group of friends from Los Angeles. Christmas with the familia was fun. I got to see all my little cousins, aunts, uncles, and grandparents. Two days after Christmas I flew to Madrid and spent some time traveling with some awesome friends. Although I got a little bit sick(it was freezing!), I had such a fantastic time in Spain. Upon my return home, I only got to spend four more days with my family and friends before I was off to Dominican once again. I am glad to report that I love my spring semester schedule. I have classes Monday through Friday, but I dont feel like my days are too hectic or tedious. Its just right! My classes are smaller now because I am actually taking Occupational Therapy courses with a selective group of students in the OT and Nursing majors. We recently had a CVD(Campus Visit Day) that attracted almost 200 students plus their families! If you came to CVD, thanks for making it the best one so far=) Ok, so its Friday night....im off to find some sort of trouble to get into..jk..or am I? Have a wonderful weekend and feel free to contact the Student Ambassadors if you have any questions with regards to campus life. Thank you and Take Care=)

~Victoria Rivera
class of 2010
Student Ambassador
Freshman Class Rep

January Sun

Welcome to spring semester! I am really excited to start class, not so much for the homework part! So far I am enjoying being back at school, my classes are extra small this semester. I'm already getting excited for spring break, but I'm aloud to cause I'm going to Greece and our break is the first week of March so it's not far at all, considering January is almost over. I will have more updates on that at a later time. My homework load is fairly high for one of my classes, but the others are fair. It's good to be back at school and be with friends. I missed California so much! I'm from Seattle and it snowed three different times when I was home. It was really cold the warmest it got was about twenty degrees most days! My break was good, but more then anything I'm ready to complete another semester so I am one more step closer to graduating! Take care all!
--Miss Gretchen--

I'm back! Well, we all are :)

Hey Gang,

Sorry I've been MIA. School has officially begun again, and I think spring semesters are the best because after them you are one step closer to graduation. Though this may be true, I believe that they have generally been the more difficult of the two semesters each academic year. I always think if I get a good start I can keep the ball rolling, so wish me luck in my classes as I try to get on top of my game.

Later all!

Jeremy

That Spring Thing

After a long 5 weeks off its now time for a thing they call Spring Semester. This is going to be my last full semester here. I knew a lot when I started as a freshmen here 2 1/2 years ago. I knew I wanted to be a History Teacher. So I went to school and have done two summer schools. So I can graduate in three years after 6 units of summer school this year. That also means this is going to be a semester I have to really focus. I have to pass two tests for grad school, DU is my #1 choice for grad school too, and write a 25 page senior thesis. I'll update you more on that stuff this semester. Winter break was real good though. I went to Texas for two weeks and saw my parents who have jobs in Malaysia so I don't seem them that often. I like being independent though and DU is a great place for that.

Have a great Week!

- Phillip

Winter Break – not much of a break

Happy New Year. Its been a while since I’ve written but I have been a busy penguin. Since mid December, I have been home in Southern California working at my internship. I am working for the Wave newspaper publications in Los Angeles. I have been involved with many facets of print publications and gaining great knowledge and experience. I am still working at my internship until Jan. 12. Working 40 hours per week is no easy task but the experience is work the hard work.

Besides my internship, I am spending much needed time recharging my batteries for the Spring semester. After going non-stop since august, you need break. I love sleeping the day away, watching t.v and not worrying about responsibilities.

Besides my internship, I’ve have been working with members of student government to plan some events the first week of school; some dances and speakers. Man, even though its Winter Break, that doesn’t mean that there is no work to be done.

Just because I’m away from school doesn’t mean I that I don’t keep up-to-date with Penguin athletics. http://radio.dominican.edu announces all home basketball games live from the Conlan Recreation Center. This has been a rough season for Mens basketball. They are 1-2 in conference, 3-9 overall. The Women have faced stiff competition also but staying ahead; they are 2-1 in conference, 7-7 overall.

Shortly after we run to school in 2 weeks, the Spring sports take over: Mens Lacrosse, Womens Softball and Mens and Womens Golf. Head lacrosse coach Ned Webster is in his second season and the boys have greatly improved. Softball and Golf both have new coaches but the athletes are ready to put their best foot forward and represent that Penguin Pride.

Well, it’s getting late and this Penguin has to go to work in the morning! Enjoy break and for those of you coming to the campus visit day Friday, have a great time – sorry I will not be there!

Stay Cool, Lets Go Penguins,

Chilly