As a senior who is to graduating this fall, I find myself holding it together to ensure that I make the finish line. Despite the semester I am in, I have only one semester left. It may not seem like a lot but, there is still some time left. Despite this, I can't wait to graduate and hold my degree in my hands.
With many reasons I would love to be done with college, here are few.
1) My degree.
More than anything, I want my degree in my hands. I have worked hard to achieve something, and therefore believe that I need to keep going and put my last bit of energy to ensure that I have the diploma in my hands. It was a long four years of work towards two bachelors' and a minor that will allow me to obtain a certificate with my name on it.
2) No more, somewhat fewer all-nighters.
Although I am not sure where I will end up after I graduate, I hope that the end of my undergrad career allows me to get on a "normal" sleep schedule. Something that won't mess with my circadian rhythm. Although I intend to further my education, it will be a great feeling to get time before doing so.
3) No more academic assessments.
I won't have to worry about having to be assessed. Knowing I have no more exams and papers to write (well at least until I go back to grad school), would be a relief. Knowing I do not have to worry about getting a grade would allow me to do tasks like reading much more enjoyable.
4) Being able to work.
I know many college students work and I will be working once out of school, I hope that I can work at a job with meaning. I intend to be able to get a job that would not only keep my household running but allow me to make the change in the society I live in.
5) Travel.
I hope that with time I can travel the world. With the violent times, I hope to be able to visit some places before they are restricted or no longer existent. To be able to travel is in itself a massive learning experience that I intend to gain so much out of. Traveling has always been a dream of mine, and its something that I would love to be able to do and document to share with the world.
Graduation is not far from someone like me. As an individual who has been on such a long road to getting this degree, it is one that has taught me so much over the years.
