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An Open Letter To Those Graduating College

Here's why you don't have to dread saying goodbye to your university.

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Let’s be honest, graduating college is undoubtedly one of the most nerve-racking, exciting, bittersweet, terrifying times to face in our young lives. We are handed a diploma and then all of the sudden we are expected to start a career that will encompass the rest of our lives. As I approach my graduation date, I begin to reflect on the last four years while preparing myself for my future.

I am so beyond grateful to my parents for making the best experience of my life possible. Being able to create so many memories and learn so much, not only in my classes but also about navigating life, at such an amazing university has been a blessing I will cherish for the rest of my life. I have met so many incredible people throughout these four years that have undeniably shaped who I am today.

When I think back on moving into the dorms, it feels like just yesterday. I remember driving from California to Arizona with my parents, my Dad’s car packed full of everything I would need as a college freshman—butterflies fluttering in my stomach as I peered out the window, having no idea what the adventure I was about to embark on would be like. Parting ways with my parents was difficult, but I was ready to spread my wings and start my new life.

And now, here I am today, about to start my new life as a college graduate. Now, everything feels so much more real and terrifying. But, just as I was excited and nervous at the same time when I was about to embark on my brand-new college life, I now feel similar emotions as each day brings me closer to graduation.

The college bubble is about to be popped, but I can honestly say that I’m ready for it. I’m ready to start this next chapter of my life and to pursue my dream of becoming a high school English teacher. I’m ready to find my way and grow each day.

People always say that college is the best time of your life, and I think they’re right. But I also think that every day and every stage in life can be the best if you allow it to be. Just because college is ending, doesn’t mean the good times have to be over. Just because we will start an adult job and deal with adult responsibilities doesn’t mean that we can't still can’t enjoy the little things each day.

Graduating college is scary, but it doesn’t have to be earth shattering. I’m entering this new chapter of my life with open arms and a grateful heart.

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