A new school and new year.

Hey Everyone!

Let me start of with introducing myself: My name is Amanda, I am a freshman this year at Dominican, majoring in the rigorous Liberal Studies program. I am also happy to be a part of the Ambassadors program here, which keeps me both busy and involved in all things Dominican.

This past month and half have been such a blast! From all of the fun socials being thrown by the RA to movies on the Library Lawn. Time just keeps flying: I cannot believe its going to be October any day now! Move-in day is still such a vivid memory, from the fun orientation activities, to unpacking and saying goodbye to my parents. At first, it was a little difficult living away from home but like all my friends, roommates and hallmates, I got over my homesickness. I owe a lot of my comfort and reassurance here to the friendly staff, faculty and student body: instantly, I was welcomed into the Dominican family and I've been enjoying every bit of it.

Classes are going smoothly, the first few days being so easygoing! Not half as intimidating as I thought it would be. I love being a part of the Liberal Studies program. It is one of the best in the state, even having the freshman begin observing a Kindergarten classroom their second semester! I cannot wait to get out in the field and start getting involved in my passion: teaching! Even the homework load is reasonable, nothing too crazy or intense unless you may tend to be a procrastinator!

We had our first CVD (Campus Visit Day) last weekend and loved seeing all the prospective students! I hope you all had a great time, we appreciate you coming and checking the school out for yourselves.

That's it for now, have a great week everybody!
Amanda :)