Random Thoughts (1)
Over the past few weeks, I've been thinking about my last semester at SC. I'm mixed up with feelings of excitement and sadness as I prepare for the move to the next step in life. On the one hand, I'm excited about the prospect of moving forward into my next chapter as I look forward to moving on... Despite this, I am a bit saddened that I won't be coming back to campus for the rest of my academic career and won't get to see many of my peers and friends any longer. I enjoy being surrounded by like-minded people who seek success and strive for excellence. This is one of my favorite parts about coming to SC. The quote that comes to mind as I write this is, "Good trees bear good fruit," I will miss this environment. For some reason, closing a chapter has always been something I have been challenged with.
Now that this semester is ending, how do I decide where to live? Do I want to stay on the west coast, try something new, or move east? Wouldn't it be great if SC had a course dedicated to helping students make tough choices like this? Though, the thought of meeting new people piques my interest - it would be interesting to see who I will meet. Although I'm a bit indecisive, I feel privileged to hold this position. When I walk to my lecture in the morning, I sometimes think about the homeless people I see – why do I get this life and they don't? Is it as simple as the luck of being born into a suitable environment with a good set of genes? – it seems rather unfair.
I wonder how I will reflect on this moment 5-10 years from now. You know what….. I am getting a degree from a top uni in a few weeks …. it seems surreal! It feels so easy now that the work has been done – well most of it. SC has been so good to me - I hope others get the same opportunities I have had. There is no doubt that I have become a product of the SC environment, and I feel like the world is my oyster in terms of opportunities. As arrogant as that statement may sound, I truly believe there is nothing I cannot accomplish, do, or achieve.
I’m looking forward to what life brings next….–– October 5, 2022.
Hey Peter,
ReplyDeleteI like your perception on things. You're accomplishing so much but staying humble enough to realize the huge privilege to even attend university in general. It's unfortunate and sad to see the way life has hit a lot of the homeless population.
Hi Peter, congratulations on your graduation, in advance! I really enjoyed reading this post, and it even got me emotional! haha, every ending is a new beginning - I hope you have the best the rest of your time at SC :)
ReplyDeletePeter, how exciting is it that you are graduating in a few weeks! I know how bitter sweet it may feel to be finishing up, but this new chapter in your life is going to be amazing. I hope you have the best last few weeks here!
ReplyDeleteHey Peter, this is a great reflection! As someone who is also graduating this semester, I share some of the same sentiments. On the one hand, I walk around this beautiful campus and never want to leave. I love it here and my friends/peers push me to be a better version of myself. But on the other hand, I can feel the world at my fingertips. It’s an interesting feeling, but I guess all we can do for now is cherish the present moment and embrace it.
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed your reflection on USC and your time here. It is a pretty surreal feeling that our time here has almost come to a close. Congrats on your graduation!
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