The last weekend before finals has ended, and now we all have one week until our first year at college has come to a close. The memories I've made with everyone are unforgettable.

Honestly, my first year as a college student ending is so bittersweet. I can't wait for summer and I can't wait for school work to end. However, I don't want to leave everyone for the summer. It just means a sad 4 months apart from the people I've lived with since September.

It's heartbreaking to see everyone packing up their rooms, taking down pictures; Christmas lights; and posters, and disappearing TVs. It's like we never lived there and someone new may be coming in and taking my room while I move into another room. Technically, it's not even MY room, but it's been my home and I find so much comfort in the room I've lived in.

My advice to all the incoming freshmen: enjoy your summer and make the most of it, but when you come to college make sure you bond with the people on your floor. My best friends live right down the hall and I wouldn't trade our tears or laughs for anything in the world. One day, someone almost cried because the thought of the limited amount of days we have together hurt so badly.

Please make the most of your freshman year. I've slowly discovered who I am with the help of those I've been with. It's sad to see everyone go but I know bigger and better things are coming our way in the next 3 years. Don't be afraid to branch out and join a club or talk to someone new. You never know who your next best friend might be.

And lastly, I promise you'll be okay. College was scary but the help of others was the best thing to calm the fear. Some say high school is the best 4 years of your life, but college definitely truimphs that.

It's hard to say goodbye for the summer, but I know we'll always have each other. Meyran 2nd Floor forever.