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Spring semester is coming to an end. In preparation for exams, all of the professors are finishing up the last tests and projects before exams. It is always tiring and stressful the last three weeks. I went to the big...

Amanda Spring semester is coming to an end. In preparation for exams, all of the professors are finishing up the last tests and projects before exams. It is always tiring and stressful the last three weeks. I went to the big concert on campus. I enjoyed it. Augustana, Emerison Drive, and Half Penny Marvel played. The only band that I had heard of was Augustana. I thought there would be a lot more people at the concert, but there was not. In a way, it was nice to have a smaller crowd. When Augustana played, everyone came down to the floor and crowed around the stage. If I had known that you were allowed to bring cameras, I would have. The previous concerts that I have attended did not allow any cameras or recording devices. Everything is being to slow down here. I am looking forward to coming home for a couple of days before summer school starts. tag:www.valpo.edu,2007:/admissions/blogs/amanda//10.141 2007-04-22T02:52:14Z 2007-04-22T02:55:49Z

It is crunch time here at school. Projects and tests are startling to accumulate. It can be quite overwhelming. It seems like every hour is consumed by homework and other school work. I am going to be a RA this...

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I had to go to the lottery for nursing clinicals. Our names are randomly drawn and at that time, you get to pick from the nursing clinicals available. I was so anxious and stressed, because I wanted to get a...

Amanda I had to go to the lottery for nursing clinicals. Our names are randomly drawn and at that time, you get to pick from the nursing clinicals available. I was so anxious and stressed, because I wanted to get a good time and class. Luckily, I was able to pick the class and time that I wanted. Last week, my main focus was Easter. I was looking forward to spending time with my parents. I packed my car with some of my belongings from my dorm and went to my Grandma's to see my family. It was so nice to spend time with everyone. My Easter would have been better if I did not have to study for a test. The weekend went by very quickly. I did not want to go back to school, and I did not want my parents to leave. At least, I had a nice break. tag:www.valpo.edu,2007:/admissions/blogs/amanda//10.136 2007-04-02T02:23:19Z 2007-04-02T02:32:52Z

This week went by so fast. I can hardly remember. Of course, I had tests this week and a paper due. I was wondering how these things were going to get done, but they did. I am getting ready for...

Amanda This week went by so fast. I can hardly remember. Of course, I had tests this week and a paper due. I was wondering how these things were going to get done, but they did. I am getting ready for my nursing classes this summer. I was looking at apartments to stay, but unfortunately, it is not going to work out. So, I will be living in the dorms this summer. There is much to do to get ready for nursing clinicals. You have to take CPR, buy uniforms, nursing bag, and books, have titers done, get a background check, and have a physical done. This is a lot to do in a little over a month’s time, when you have classes. One of the problems that I ran into was the CPR course, since they are during the day when I have class. CPR classes take 4 to 5 hours. Luckily, I found a place that offers courses on a late Friday night. tag:www.valpo.edu,2007:/admissions/blogs/amanda//10.133 2007-03-24T22:12:25Z 2007-03-24T22:23:58Z

I have not written for a while, but I have not forgotten about the blog. My computer at home is weird and would not let get onto the website. Spring break was amazing. I loved spending time with my parents...

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Last week, though it was hectic trying to study for my psychology test, it was full of nice surprises. The winter storm brought a lot of snow. The first day it hit all of the morning and early afternoon classes...

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I made it through last week with all of my tests. It was such a big relief when I took the last one. It was a boring week, because all I did was study. I cannot remember if I talked...

Amanda I made it through last week with all of my tests. It was such a big relief when I took the last one. It was a boring week, because all I did was study. I cannot remember if I talked about the Super Bowl. House council decided to throw a Super Bowl party. I think most of the house councils on campus had a celebration. In our dorm, the whole lounge was packed with people. We ordered around twenty five pizzas, and most of them where gone in about an hour. The party was a great way to bring residents together. Last week was not my exciting week. We have a winter storm warning in effect for tonight and tomorrow. Maybe this week will be more exciting with the blizzard coming. tag:www.valpo.edu,2007:/admissions/blogs/amanda//10.116 2007-02-03T00:00:30Z 2007-02-03T00:09:37Z

It has been a busy week, as I have just completed one out of my four tests in a week’s time. Nothing new has really happened, since the last time I wrote. Like always, I am keeping busy with school....

Amanda It has been a busy week, as I have just completed one out of my four tests in a week’s time. Nothing new has really happened, since the last time I wrote. Like always, I am keeping busy with school. Classes are much harder this semester, but I understand that they are meant to be. It has been so cold this week. Every time the wind hits my face, I shiver. This weekend the temperature is supposed to be in the single digits with a wind chill below zero. I went to Campus Crusades on Monday. It was nice to see people I knew and get to know them better. Plus, it was nice to fellowship with other believers. tag:www.valpo.edu,2007:/admissions/blogs/amanda//10.109 2007-01-23T00:37:26Z 2007-01-23T00:38:52Z

It seems like it has been snowing everyday here, but it is so beautiful outside. I had an opportunity to enjoy the cold, as I went ice skating this weekend. After meeting a girl in my psychology class, she invited...

Amanda It seems like it has been snowing everyday here, but it is so beautiful outside. I had an opportunity to enjoy the cold, as I went ice skating this weekend. After meeting a girl in my psychology class, she invited me to go with her and her friends to ice skate. We had a great time, despite the fact that the skates were very uncomfortable. Classes are going well. I am still getting used to my classes, my professors, and my new schedule. I am also getting used to the fact that I do not have a roommate this semester. It is different not having someone in the room with me, but it has its negatives and positives. tag:www.valpo.edu,2007:/admissions/blogs/amanda//10.104 2007-01-15T21:17:43Z 2007-01-15T21:33:28Z

Well, school resumed last Wednesday. I am still working on adjusting to my new schedule. It will be interesting to have a full week of classes and get back into the swing of things. I have moved up to the...

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Exam week has finally arrived. I had my first exam today in accounting. The test was more challenging than the other tests in that class, which the professor said was his intention. Tomorrow, I have my Core exam. I am...

Amanda Exam week has finally arrived. I had my first exam today in accounting. The test was more challenging than the other tests in that class, which the professor said was his intention. Tomorrow, I have my Core exam. I am not too worried about that exam. I cannot wait till this week is over and classes will be done with for a while. I am excited about next semester. I know it will be harder, but it is always nice to have different classes and meet new people. Unfortunately, my roommate will probably be moving to another dorm next semester. She has decided that she wants to take a vacant RA position. I have decided to try and get a new roommate. I don't know anyone that is looking for a new one. We'll see what happens. I am going home in a few days! This is so exciting! tag:www.valpo.edu,2006:/admissions/blogs/amanda//10.94 2006-12-06T22:58:42Z 2006-12-06T23:11:24Z

This has been a crazy week. Sometimes, it is very easy to get tired of dorm life. Do not get me wrong. Dorm life can be fun, but at times, I miss being at home. I miss my own room,...

Amanda This has been a crazy week. Sometimes, it is very easy to get tired of dorm life. Do not get me wrong. Dorm life can be fun, but at times, I miss being at home. I miss my own room, bathroom, and a home cooked meal. This week we had sewage leak into our shower. We also had our water turned off on another day, because a main water line broke. Today, we lost our electricity for a little while. It is almost finals week. It seems like so many people are sick. In class, I was sitting next to two sick people. My roommate was sick for a couple of days too. Hopefully, I will not catch anything. I want to get through finals and all of the assignments that are due this Friday without worry about not feeling well. I went to a basketball game last week. Valpo was playing Butler. It seemed like every one was there. The gym was packed. Unfortunately, I forgot my camera. I did not stay for the whole game, because we were not doing very well. It was fun anyways. tag:www.valpo.edu,2006:/admissions/blogs/amanda//10.88 2006-11-28T02:22:21Z 2006-11-28T02:41:10Z

The week before Thanksgiving break I finished all of my homework that was due. Then, I relaxed for the rest of the week. It can be so hard to remain focused when I know that I am going home for...

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This week’s focus was on registering for classes, which can be a big deal. Being a transfer student made this process more stressful, because I have to take certain classes so that I can graduate in 2009. I met with...

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I am so thankful that this and last week are over. I am also glad that I finished all four of my tests this week. I feel like I can relax a little more, even though I still have a...

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