With the school year approaching quickly, I can’t help but think of all of the things I’m so excited for the up coming year. Going back to my home away from home. There are many things I am looking forward to this year.

1.Getting together with friends.

There is nothing better than being able to see your college friends. You have your friends from high school that you saw over summer and talked about college life. Now you get to see your college friends and talk how your summer went.

2. Moving in.

Moving in might be the most stressful thing you can do. Trying to coordinate with your roommate and trying to figure out where things go. But the most fun part about it is being able to decorate your room the way you want it. Putting up posters everywhere and setting up your desk so your dorm can feel like home.

3. Living with your best friend.

The first year, you don't really know who your rooming with. After living them for awhile, you either become best friends with them or you hate them. The next year, you get that choice of who you want to live with. It’s almost like a test if you can live with someone out of college.

4. Getting back into school spirit.

It can be football, basketball, or even golf. Getting back to supporting your school is the best. Homecoming is always is always so fun and the highlight of the year.

5. Independence.

Living at home, you have a set of rules you need to follow. When you go to school and live by yourself, you don't have so many rules to follow. You get to be on your own, but also have the staff and friends to be there for support.

6. Diving into a future.

Going back to school each year is another step closer to being your future career. It’s not just taking the required classes you need to graduate, it’s the experience you learn and the advice you get during the year. It’s something that you hold onto for the rest of your life.

7. Lastly, Graduation.

One more year is another year closer to getting that degree. After years of schooling from pre-school to senior year of college or grad school, you are finally done.