Live and Learn
Two weeks until DC. I’m going crazy! This last week of school is the worst because on top of exams and final projects, RAs have to be in their rooms as much as possible to check everyone out of the building throughout the week, and be prepared to drop everything they’re doing to check someone out. It’s annoying process that involves checking the rooms for damages and the arguments that go with them and TONS of paperwork.
I had my first meeting at Buckeye Village this week. It’s going to be a whole different experience. They have a great community center with lots of study space and places where we can put on programs and childcare areas. And our apartments are great! It will be nice to get out of the traditional halls. We started talking about programs we want to put on, like barbecues and Halloween for the kids and bowling nights across the street. It really got me excited. But surprisingly enough, despite all my frustrations, a part of me is going to miss the traditional building with new freshmen and the challenges that brings. I am trying to keep an open mind; I know this new experience will allow me to gain a whole new perspective from my time as an RA.