There are so many things that are going through my head as my freshman year of college come to an end. Crossing off the last few days of finals week, taking down all of the pictures that I have taken throughout the last two semesters and saying goodbye to friends is bittersweet. This past year has had its' downsides but has also been full of wonderful new people, experiences, and great memories.

To my school:

Thank you for being so welcoming and forcing the freshman class to talk to one another during orientation, I have met some of my best friends thanks to you. If it hadn't been for the countless tours and many many discussions and speeches, I wouldn't have known where all of the building were and what resources this campus offered. I have truly grown as a student and a person this past year and was able to explore the beautiful parts of this campus and town in the process.

To my professors:

As many times as I wanted to bash my head against a wall, questioned why I even came to college, and throw my books into the Saint Francis lake, your positive encouragement and support helped me get through my first year of college classes. Being able to come to office hours and ask questions helped me become more independent, take on my own responsibilities, and with some guidance, conquer them on my own. I may not have succeeded as well as I would have liked in some areas, but this year has started an academic path that I will follow throughout the rest of my college career.

To my roommates:

Although living together started out a little rocky, I am so thankful that I was able to experience my first year of college with the two of you. You both are such amazing, funny, and beautiful people and I have loved being able to get to know you guys. I will lowkey miss having the Kardashians on in the background while I was doing homework and yelling at each other to turn the lights off... usually me. But I can't wait to struggle through the rest of PA school with you two.

To my best friends:

I can honestly say that I would have never made it through this year without you guys. I personally hoped that college was going to be much different than high school and it has brought me nothing but great friendships and fun new experiences. From the countless Dunkin trips, pledging a sorority, taking on organic chem, laughing until we cried, telling stories until 3 am, and all of the good and bad times in between, you guys have been by my side through it all. I could not be more thankful to God and this school for bringing me to you all. I love all of you endlessly and as much as it sucks that we will be apart for a few months, I can't wait to take on sophomore year and many new adventures with all of you. Miss you guys already!

See you soon Saint Franny,

~Mag