It’s been 9 years since I’ve posted on this blog but I wanted to let everyone know I started another lifestyle blog somerootswander.com. If you are curious to see what I’m up to now that I’m out of college and 30 years old please head over to my new blog!
Anti-Election Post
Even though the election is over, social media will still continue to talk about it for the next week. Here’s a video to help you ease your social media election pain.
Out of the Wardrobe
Outfit I through together for the second day of class. I didn’t have much time to get ready because of working before and after my day of classes, but I like it.
Denim Button Down Shirt. Bonton $24.99.
White Tank. JC Penneys $6.
Denim Cutoff Destroyed Midi. American Eagle Outfitters $29.99.
Bracelets. Old American Eagle Outfitters.
Queen T Strap Sandal. Payless $17.
Uncertain Goals
Normally I post about what my semester goals are and why I want to achieve them, but this time I can’t really think of any. I’m not really sure what I want out of this semester because I achieved pretty much all of my academic goals I set for myself last year. Maybe after I get back in the groove and feel this semester out a bit it will come to me. For now I have a blank canvas.
After a Stressful Week…Finally Moved Back Into College
I moved back to Pittsburgh this past Monday and it’s taken me forever to write a post about it! My dorm (which is a school apartment) is really freakin nice. It’s probably going to be nicer than my first apartment ha. The kitchen has black appliances and even a dishwasher. Living room is kind of small, but it has decent furniture. All the rooms have floor to ceiling windows with a beautiful view of the river and Station Square. I accidentally moved into the wrong bedroom at first (Point Park assigns bedrooms and I moved into bedroom C instead of B). So I had to move all of my stuff into the right room. I feel incredibly stupid for doing that, but all is well now. On top of moving into the wrong bedroom, I dropped my phone and now it’s not working, so I’m getting a new one sent to me.
Since I’m an Honors Program mentor I got to move in before my other roomies and practically more than half of the school. Everyone is moving in today so there are boxes and crap all through the kitchen and living room. Not really excited, just apprehensive about new roommates since I’ve had so many bad situations in the best. Who knows, this year could go smoothly in that area.
On top of moving in, I’ve spent the past four days cramming in Honors Program events. They lasted pretty much all day. Tuesday we had all day orientation where we had a trainer from The Mentoring Partnership of Southwestern Pennsylvania come and do a presentation for us. We learned about what role a mentor plays and how a mentor relationship is different from natural relationships (friends, parents, etc). It was really interested and a good learning experience.
After the presentation we had a free lunch…WOOT. The Honors Program is well-known for providing free food during their events so I devoured some delicious R&B’s Pizza (best pizza in downtown and my personal favorite). When we were done chowing down, we learned how to make towels animals for our resident mentees. I made two towel dogs and one towel elephant. They were kinda cool but kinda cheesy…meh oh well. We also put together some goodies bags for all of the new Honors students.
While delivering the goodies to their rooms I met one of my mentees on the elevator so that was cool.
On Wednesday we had the new Honors students move in so we helped them out with that and set up a move in table where we gave them their room keys and all that fun moving in stuff. Later that night we had an orientation dinner in the park. They served sandwiches and salads. A bit informal, but the food was good. We were supposed to play a group game but most of the kids bailed so it never happened. This is where everyone got to meet their mentees, but a lot of them didn’t show up. I only met one of mentees there and the mentee I met on Tuesday was there as well.
After the dinner another mentor and I took some of the mentees on a walk all around downtown which was a lot of fun. I was able to get to know some of the new students and they were able to learn about the city so it was a win/win situation.
Thursday we did a City As text activity which is where all the mentee groups paired up and toured different sections of Pittsburgh. After touring around the groups came back to school and put a presentation together to give the next morning to fellow Honors students. My group got downtown so again I walked all over downtown and North Shore showing kids around. It was a beautiful day and I had a pretty good time, plus we had some bangin grub at Mullen’s.
Friday morning we had the City As Text presentations and then we did a community service activity with the Animal Rescue League. Near the school we had cuddle a kitty for a dollar and in Market Square we had pet a puppy for a dollar. We also had a pet gift basket raffle for $1. It went really really well and I think we made a lot of money for ARL. People in the city really responded to seeing cute little kitties and puppies in the middle of downtown ha.
That was the last long day of Honors Program activities and events so now I have all weekend to chill out and the first day of class on Monday to look forward too. I’m not completely done with my room, but when I am, I will defiantly post pictures.
Toodles for now!
PS. I almost forgot to mention that in September I’m having a back to school giveaway in honor of the blogs belated one year anniversary. I know I’m way late on the giveaway considering the anniversary date was August 8, but hey, its free stuff. Keep checking back to hear more.
Back in the Burgh
Been in the Pitts for the past five days and have been so busy doing fun, stressful, and interesting things. Tomorrow all of my roommates move in and Monday classes officially start. I have errands to run and faculty to see so it seems I’ll continue to have another busy week. I’ll post more details later. Good luck to everyone who starts classes and is moving in!
7 Things To Do Before Summer Break Is Over
Spend time with your family- Hang out with friends
- Start packing for college
- Enjoy having free time
- Take advantage of summer weather
- Go on one last summer trip
- Mentally prepare yourself for working up early and doing school work all the time
Ultimate College Packing List
Students will be starting college in just a few weeks from now. It’s a good time to get started on college shopping for your dorm or apartment. This list contains everything you will need to bring. Some things may not apply to certain colleges and universities.
Bedding
- Pillows
- Pillow Cases
- Mattress Cover
- Egg Crate Mattress Pad
- Extra Long/Twin Sheets
- Extra Long/Twin Comforter
- Under the Bed Storage Containers
Toiletries/Bathroom Supplies
- Comb/Brush
- Hairdryer/Straightener/Curling Iron
- Shampoo/Conditioner
- Deodorant
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Face Wash
- Razors
- Shaving Cream
- Hair Gels/Mousse
- Barrettes/Hair Tyes
- Nail Clippers/Nail File/ Manicure Set
- Q-Tips/Cotton Balls
- Shower Tote/Caddy
- Body Wash
- Medicine/First Aid
- Lotions
- Towels
- Toilet Paper/Tissues
- Shower Flip Flops
- Tweezers
- Mouthwash
- Chap Stick
- Mirror
- Bath Robe
- Perfume/Cologne
- Dental Floss/Brush Ups
- Make-Up/Cosmetics
- Shower Curtain
Computer Related
- Cables
- Computer
- Headphones
- Mouse
- Keyboard
- Printer
- Printer Ink
- Printer Paper
- Surge Protector
- Digital Camera/Memory Card/Camera Accessories
- USB Flash Drive
- External Hard Drive
- Microsoft Office
Desk Area
- Calendar
- Desk Chair
- Desk Lamp
- Envelopes
- Stamps
- Stationary
- Glue
- Paper Clips
- Scissors
- Pencil Sharpener
- Pens/Pencils
- Stapler
- Stapler Remover
- Ruler
- Rubber Bands
- Three-Hole Punch
- Waste Basket
- White-Out
- Blank CDs/DVDs
- Extension Cords
- Bulletin Board
- Highlighters
- Index Cards
- Assignment Book/Planner
- Binders
- Tape
- Post-Its
Room
- Full-Length Mirror
- Alarm Clock
- MP3 Player/Stereo
- Television
- DVD Collection
- Video Game Console
- Posters/Pictures
- Laundry Basket
- Storage Bins
- Decorations
- Over the Door Hooks/Adhesive Hooks
- Area Rugs
- Floor Lamp
- Beanbag/Chairs
Kitchen Supplies
- Can/Bottle Opener
- Chip Clips
- Cups
- Coffee Maker
- Dish Detergent
- Oven Mitts
- Dish Towels
- Silverware
- Microwave
- Mini-fridge
- Mugs
- Paper Plates
- Paper Towels
- Napkins
- Pizza Cutter
- Plastic Food Containers
- Ziploc Bags
- Water Filter
- Plates
- Pots/Pans
- Cooking Sheets
- Spatulas/Cooking Utensils
- Measuring Cups (Liquid and Dry)
- Coffee Filters
- Aluminum Foil
- Saran Wrap
- Trash Can
School Supplies
- Backpack/Messenger Bag
- Calculator
- Dictionary
- Notebooks
- Folders
Laundry Supplies
- Clothes Hangers
- Laundry Detergent
- Fabric Softener
- Laundry Bag
- Stain Remover
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Lint Roller
Cleaning Supplies
- Window Cleaner
- Rags/Scrubbers
- Dust Wipes
- Bleach/All Purpose Cleaner
- Vacuum
- Air Fresheners
- Toilet Bowel Cleaners
Miscellaneous
- Bank Info/Checks
- Debit/Credit Cards
- Medical Insurance Card
- Photo I.D.
- Social Security Card
- Batteries
- Flashlight
- Light Bulbs
- Fan
- Sewing Kit
- Safety Pins
- Duct Tape
- Tool Kit
- Umbrella
- Rain Boots
- Febreeze
- Sunscreen
- Bug Spray
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Senior Year of College is Quickly Approaching
I can’t believe its almost here…my senior year of college (plus a summer semester, but hey I’m still a senior). So far it seems like it’s going to be a very busy year or at least a busy fall semester. If everything goes right I will have an internship, an undergrad apprenticeship and be an honors program mentor. I’m really looking forward to school and all the opportunities that lay ahead of me. Below is a brief description of everything I have going on for this school year.
- Honors Program Mentor – I applied to be a mentor at the end of spring 2012 semester and was accepted for this position. Every year the Honors Program accepts incoming freshmen students into the program and invites them to move into Point Park a week early to do activities and events with the programs mentors that consist of upper class man. Each Mentor gets a group of mentee’s that they will meet with during the school year. After moving in early, the freshmen and mentors attend an orientation dinner where they will finally meet each other. The next few days are full of activities and events that help the students get familiar with the school, the Honors Program, the city and give them an opportunity to meet people and make friends. So far I have been able to get a hold of a few of my mentee’s via Facebook and have talked to them a little. I’m really excited to meet them all and help them with whatever they need.
- Internship – Last school I worked with a non-profit group called Lending Hearts that works with children who have cancer. Lending Hearts hosts events and activities to provide cancer patients with recreational activities while being around peers who are going through the same thing. I developed a fundraiser for this group with the Honors Program for Valentine’s Day where we were able to raise $107 for Lending Hearts. Since then the president of Lending Hearts has become interested in working more with Point Park and plans on offering an internship for broadcasting, journalism and public relations students. I was notified right away about the internship and if all the paperwork goes through I should have landed the internship. I would be creating PSA’s about the program. I really hope that everything works out so I can get the spot. I have never had an internship before and it would greatly help me out.
- Apprenticeship – The School of Communications offers apprenticeships to students. I’m hoping to get accepted as a U-View apprentice so I could work with the TV station doing all sorts of video production work. The apprenticeship requires a minimum of 10 hours per week and you get paid $2000 for the year which can either go towards your tuition or be split up into paychecks. All I have to do is turn in my cover letter, resume, and a DVD with some of my work and wait to hear back from the school.
On top of those three things, I have to keep my GPA up, remain on deans list and I have to keep my job at Dunkin Donuts because I can’t afford not to work. I also have to apply to Point Park for my masters degree and work on getting a graduate apprenticeship. My hands are defiantly going to be full if I acquire the internship and apprenticeship, but I’m up for the challenge.
Turning a New Page 