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My Freshman Year, As Told By My Photos

Freshman year was a good one #NationalPhotoDay

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My Freshman Year, As Told By My Photos
Dom Fortino

It's National Photo Day! Taking pictures is one of my favorite hobbies because I can show the world how I interpret the things that go on in my life! This year, I decided that I wanted to show everyone some of my favorite pictures from freshman year at Marist, where it all began!

One of the first things I noticed when I arrived here at Potown is the rotunda. Marist always finds a way to cast a beautiful sunset over the horizon right above the rotunda. Truly one of the best features of being a red fox!

I wasn't kidding about the weather. I was walking to my 8 a.m. class, one day, and I happen to see the sun bleed through the fog and thought it would be the opportune moment to capture the view.

You'd be lying if you said that you never spent some time down by the Hudson. Always a great spot to unwind and my favorite place to get some writing done.

When you're part of a team, you're part of a family. You go through good and bad times, celebrate each other's accomplishments, and create memories that last a lifetime. At the end of the day, you're part of the red fox family and you'll always have your teammates to pick you up when you're down.

Like I said, you'll always have your teammates.

I've always had a desire to do something greater than myself. I decided that in order to accomplish that, I needed to take on a profession which challenges you and teaches you how to lead others. The Army ROTC program at Marist has greatly aided me in accomplishing that task. My first year partaking in the program is a year which I value greatly because it created the base needed for me to progress as a leader in a constantly changing society.

It's truly a brotherhood like no other.

It's unbelievable how many friends I have made throughout my freshman year. All it takes is a few people and some good ideas to have a great time!

Getting confirmed by the church on campus was definitely a highlight during my freshman year! I did it to honor my Uncle Kevin who played a major role in my life. He'll always be in my thoughts and prayers.

I learned so much as a person throughout my freshman year of college. Learning things such as time management, how to throw yourself out there, and trying new things helped me become more ready for what the future holds. One year down, three to go!

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