A Thank You Letter To The Best Friends I Found At College | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Student Life

A Thank You letter to the best friends I found in College

I wouldn't have survived college if it weren't for my college besties! You guys helped me so much and I owe you my life!

266
A Thank You letter to the best friends I found in College
Personal Photo

During college, many of us hit some of our lowest points. These can include mental breakdowns, financial problems, and blackouts caused by heavy amounts of alcohol. Instead of ghosting me during my times of turmoil, you guys stood by me and helped me prevail. For that, I'm forever grateful!

Not to sound co-dependent but if it wasn't for my college friends, I probably wouldn't have graduated from Florida International University.

When I started my freshman year, I had a hard time getting used to living in a new place with new people. I went from being a senior in a class of 27 students to a freshman in a school of over 50,000 students. I also went from living with my family to sharing a bathroom with three girls I've never met. It was a huge transition especially for an 18-year-old girl from Puerto Rico.

I had many emotional nights where I almost convinced myself to drop out and move back to my island. Luckily, my roommates were also out-of-state students, so we naturally stuck together to make it through our first year. We would have countless dinner dates at the cafeteria, movie nights at Dolphin Mall and went to a couple of frat parties. They were my first friends in college and their kindness motivated me to stay.

Now I want to give a shout-out to the friends I met in class. I thought meeting people in class was going to be difficult because everyone seemed to only socialize within their clique. Luckily, I met two amazing students that made taking morning classes more than bearable. They were high school friends so I felt special when they included me into their dynamic duo (that eventually turned into a trio). Although our paths went separate ways when we headed into our core classes, I still consider their friendships an important part of my college survival.

Last but definitely not least, I want to thank my sorority. I'm not going to be fake and say all my "sisters" become my friends because that's impossible. I made really good friends with a couple of girls who I still talk to constantly.

They helped me when I was at my lowest, such as the death of my mom and when Hurricane Maria hit my home. They were also a big part of the little things in college that meant a lot to me such as, dorm room hangouts, random Facetime calls, Wendy's late-night drive-thrus, intramural games and wild but "sigma classy" wine nights. My time at FIU would have been boring and lonely without all of you. GRACIAS!

My college years may be over, but my adult life is just starting. I wouldn't be the woman I am today if it wasn't for the roles you all played in my life. Thank you and I hope you're proud of your girl!

Hopefully, our paths will cross again!

Report this Content
Featured

15 Mind-Bending Riddles

Hopefully they will make you laugh.

189183
 Ilistrated image of the planet and images of questions
StableDiffusion

I've been super busy lately with school work, studying, etc. Besides the fact that I do nothing but AP chemistry and AP economics, I constantly think of stupid questions that are almost impossible to answer. So, maybe you could answer them for me, and if not then we can both wonder what the answers to these 15 questions could be.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

Most Epic Aurora Borealis Photos: October 2024

As if May wasn't enough, a truly spectacular Northern Lights show lit up the sky on Oct. 10, 2024

14268
stunning aurora borealis display over a forest of trees and lake
StableDiffusion

From sea to shining sea, the United States was uniquely positioned for an incredible Aurora Borealis display on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, going into Friday, Oct. 11.

It was the second time this year after an historic geomagnetic storm in May 2024. Those Northern Lights were visible in Europe and North America, just like this latest rendition.

Keep Reading...Show less
 silhouette of a woman on the beach at sunrise
StableDiffusion

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of suicide/suicidal thoughts.

When you are feeling down, please know that there are many reasons to keep living.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

Power of Love Letters

I don't think I say it enough...

457379
Illistrated image of a letter with 2 red hearts
StableDiffusion

To My Loving Boyfriend,

  • Thank you for all that you do for me
  • Thank you for working through disagreements with me
  • Thank you for always supporting me
  • I appreciate you more than words can express
  • You have helped me grow and become a better person
  • I can't wait to see where life takes us next
  • I promise to cherish every moment with you
  • Thank you for being my best friend and confidante
  • I love you and everything you do

To start off, here's something I don't say nearly enough: thank you. Thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart. You do so much for me that I can't even put into words how much I appreciate everything you do - and have done - for me over the course of our relationship so far. While every couple has their fair share of tiffs and disagreements, thank you for getting through all of them with me and making us a better couple at the other end. With any argument, we don't just throw in the towel and say we're done, but we work towards a solution that puts us in a greater place each day. Thank you for always working with me and never giving up on us.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

11 Signs You Grew Up In Hauppauge, NY

Because no one ever really leaves.

26356
Map of Hauppauge, New York
Google

Ah, yes, good old Hauppauge. We are that town in the dead center of Long Island that barely anyone knows how to pronounce unless they're from the town itself or live in a nearby area. Hauppauge is home to people of all kinds. We always have new families joining the community but honestly, the majority of the town is filled with people who never leave (high school alumni) and elders who have raised their kids here. Around the town, there are some just some landmarks and places that only the people of Hauppauge will ever understand the importance or even the annoyance of.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments