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8 Sophomore Year Goals I'm Looking Forward To

Setting new goals can help you reinvent yourself, as little or as big as you see fit.

Meredith Troxel

Aug 28, 2017

Bowling Green State University

8 Sophomore Year Goals I'm Looking Forward To

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A new semester equals a new start. Setting new goals can help you reinvent yourself, as little or as big as you see fit. For me, I have set goals for myself, as you should too. Here are a few of the goals or other events that I am looking forward to this year.

1. Starting new classes in a new major.

This summer, I had a change of heart and changed my major. I am ready for the fresh start, and being able to do something I love. I am now a journalism major, and am excited to start improving my writing and content.

2. Being able to see my friends 24/7 again.

All summer, I never saw my friends. I really only have college friends left. Living with my best friend is an amazing experience. It's a sleepover party all the time. I love spending time with my friends, getting food, and just being overall those people who take up the whole sidewalk.

3. Having classes with my best friends.

This is the first semester that I have had classes with my whole gang. It awesome to be able to have others to rely on when you cannot find the answer, or just need a study buddy.

4. Sorority recruitment and anticipating all the new members.

Recruitment is an exciting and nervous time on both sides. This is my first year as a recruiter, and being able to be a voice on the next generation of my chapter is rewarding.

5. Getting closer with my sorority sisters.

I'm shy, reserved, and like to spend a lot of time in my bed. Last year, I didn't get to the house to hang out with my sisters as much as I would have hoped. This year, I live in the house and different sisters are over all the time.

6. Making an impact in my chapter.

I've always loved having a leadership position in whatever I'm doing. I'd love to continue doing the same thing year.

7. Themed parties and socials.

Themed parties and socials are the best. People stick with the theme so much and go all out. Toga is such a fun time!!

8. Getting better grades.

Spring was rough grade wise, after a great first semester. I want to get my grades back on track (AKA aiming for that 4.0!!!)

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8 Sophomore Year Goals I'm Looking Forward To

Setting new goals can help you reinvent yourself, as little or as big as you see fit.

1. Starting new classes in a new major.

2. Being able to see my friends 24/7 again.

3. Having classes with my best friends.

4. Sorority recruitment and anticipating all the new members.

5. Getting closer with my sorority sisters.

6. Making an impact in my chapter.

7. Themed parties and socials.

8. Getting better grades.

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4. When you need to see an advisor, but they are too busy/unresponsive.

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