Wow, I can’t believe this year is almost over! It flew by so fast. I learned a lot of things that made me grow mentally and physically as an independent human. I feel like I did good and accomplished great things this college year. I feel a lot more comfortable being alone now and I’ve found things to do that makes me happy. I also learned that I consider peace a big part of my life now. I feel very fulfilled and ready to conquer the next upcoming year!
My life being a freshman at SIUE was pretty tough at first since it was my first-time learning to take care of myself. I had to learn to make my own decisions and choices. People always say that college is fun and yes, it is fun, but it makes you realize that you really are on your own now.
I decided to change my major in the middle of this semester because I felt as if my business major wasn’t calling out for me enough. I changed my major to Applied Communications because I want to be able to talk with people and work with more of a social background.
One major goal I worked on this whole year was my oral communication. I always had a struggle with speeches and talking in front of crowds no matter how small or big. CODES made me feel comfortable in my own voice and I felt that stress and anxiety leave my body. I feel a lot more comfortable speaking in front of people now!
Being a freshman in college makes me feel like I can do anything with my life. I’m not just useless in this world unless I make myself useless. I’ve learned you have to put yourself out there to be recognized and heard. trying to make a difference in the world would help put myself out there. Being in a reparative justice program like CODES will help excel me in my goals of making a difference in the world. These four years in college will get me to grow as a person and to also be more comfortable with myself.
Evitt Nashed