This was the view on my walk home on Monday, I had just got behind the old physical plant building overlooking the lake.
Happy Wednesday!
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Greek Week 2012
Posted on March 26, 2012 by muskiestudents
Hello all,
This week is Greek Week at Muskingum. What this means is that the Greek organizations participate in different competitions to gain points. The male and female organization at the end of the week receive a grand prize!
The events for the week started off with Tug of War yesterday, and continue today with the “Amazing Race,” which is a race with various obstacles and the like that each organization partakes in. Tomorrow is the “Glutton Bowl,” a hot dog eating contest consisting of two members from each group. Wednesday is the karaoke competition, which is pretty self-explanatory. Thursday is a dodge ball tournament, and then the groups have a special philanthropy project.
While I’m not participating in any of the events, I can’t wait to cheer on my sisters! It’s going to be a fun week for Greek Life on campus!
Have a great week!
Kelsey
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Spring Time
Posted on March 23, 2012 by muskiestudents
Hey Followers,
I hope you are all enjoying yourselves where ever you may be. The weather here at Muskingum is beautiful, sunny and warm every day this week. The flowers are in bloom and campus is lively. The warm weather always brings everyone outside and with that, there are many upcoming Spring events on the horizon. I could not be more excited about this time of year.
The weather does however make it especially hard to focus on school work. I find it easiest to take advantage of my time during the day to get work done so that I have time in the evening to enjoy myself.
I thought I would share this beautiful picture with you from the bridge near the Chess Center.
Enjoy your weekend!
Peace&Love,
B
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It’s the most wonderful time of year…
Posted on March 21, 2012 by muskiestudents
Since returning from Europe it seems as though my time has flown by.
I am currently in the process of getting things in order so that I can student teach next fall, as well as, graduate and walk this coming May.
It’s a very exciting time on campus, and everyone is starting to come out of what was a mild hibernation and are beginning to spend a great deal of time outside.
It’s hard, because that is all I want to do too.
But I am trying to stay focused with all of the school work, although it is hard with so many fun things coming up.
My sorority’s formal is coming up soon, as well as Muskiepalooza and the Mike Posner concert on campus, but also, and what I am looking forward to the most, the archives opening exhibit, celebrating Muskingum’s 175th Anniversary, which was this past Sunday, the 18th.
One of the Professors I am working with, Dr. Kerrigan, made this great app for kindle, which can be used by any smart phone or tablet, celebrating the University with a walking tour of the history of campus.
Here is the link if you are interested in checking it out. Dr. Kerrigan had to charge something, and .99 was the lowest possible, and all of the proceeds go to the archives.
http://www.amazon.com/Historic-Walking-Muskingum-University-ebook/dp/B007FUWWAE
Happy Wednesday!
Katie
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A whole new family.
Posted on March 19, 2012 by muskiestudents
Hi all.
As I sit here thinking about what to share with you, I can’t help but smile. It’s safe to say that this weekend was the best weekend of my life. As you know, I’ve joined the sorority Alpha Sigma Alpha. As of Friday, I have the knowledge of who my Big is. As of Saturday, I am officially an active member of the sorority. For those of you who aren’t aware, a “Big” is basically one sister that you can turn to and who ideally has your best interests in mind. The sorority has a number of family lines, ranging from little (which is my current role) to Big, G-big, etc. It’s a pretty neat thing. The way I see it, ultimately, is like a family within a family. Similar to the way an actual family works, you have your immediate family which consists of your family line–similar to parents and siblings. Then you have your extended family–cousins, grandparents, etc.
I can’t deny what an incredible feeling it is to have this many people become such an essential part of your life. The best thing I can report to you all from this past week is that very thing…the acknowledgment that I have a whole family here at Muskingum that loves and supports me. That’s not something that goes away with graduation, either. It’s for a lifetime.
This week and those following will come with many challenges. There is a lot going on both academically and in other organizations. It’s stressful, there’s no doubt about it. But you adjust to your schedule, in college. You figure out how to keep yourself going and how to keep yourself sane. And I know that this new family of mine is going to be really helpful in this.
Have a great week.
Kelsey
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Change
Posted on March 16, 2012 by muskiestudents
“Change in life is inevitable and often times acceptance of change is the struggle.”
This is a quote I personally have been clinging to lately. College is definitely a time of change, but what is life without change really? A person without change can’t grow and experience new things. When you go to college you must be prepared to open yourself up to change.
Looking back now at the past three years I have experienced a lot of change, especially this year. When I think back three years, where I am now is not where I would’ve predicted I would be. This is something I’ve learned is okay. I’ve changed, yes, but I have also grown as well. There is nothing negative to the changes I have experienced. For example, I would’ve never guessed that I would join greek life and I am glad I did.
My message today is simple followers, be open to change. Change is good, it means new experiences, new friends, and growth. Theses all sound like great things and everyday brings something new.
Peace&Love,
B
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How I spent my spring break…
Posted on March 14, 2012 by muskiestudents
For my spring break I spent my week abroad spending time in Italy, Spain, France and Monaco.
This was my first time abroad and I can’t imagine a better experience than what we did.
We left Saturday morning, at 8:30am Ohio time and returned here this past Saturday at around 10pm.
It proved to be a week full of many laughs, incredible views and some of the best food I’ve ever tried in my entire life.
What have I learned?
Well, countless things. The culture change, was alone, something everyone should experience.
But everyone should take a trip abroad, and schools trips are one of the best ways to experience foreign countries.
This trip with 30 other muskies was easily one of the most incredible experiences of my life and I’m so thankful for the opportunity.
Here’s to the halfway point of second semester, senior year!
Happy Wednesday!
Go out and enjoy the weather!
Katie Day
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Spring Break
Posted on March 12, 2012 by muskiestudents
Hello everyone!
I just wanted to give y’all an update about my spring break trip to North Carolina. (Yes, I picked up the use of “y’all” from a week in the South…) So, a group of students from Muskingum spent a week in Winston Salem, NC volunteering for Habitat for Humanity. We built a shed (which I’m super proud of!), built the walls for a house, the floor system of two houses, did some landscaping things, and ultimately had a splendid time.
Highlights of the trip were the lovely weather, the fun we had within our group and the group from Boston we were paired with, the food (sweet tea, fried chicken, barbecue, and banana pudding, yum!) and the hike up the mountain on our day off.
I had an excellent time and I’m really proud to be a part of Muskingum University. There aren’t many other institutions that would provide such a great opportunity with absolutely no cost to the student. (:
Have a great week!
Kelsey
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Harry Potter Week
Posted on March 2, 2012 by muskiestudents
Hello followers,
I hope you all had a great week and are looking forward to the weekend. I know I definitely am, because as others have mentioned Friday starts Spring Break and I could not need it more.
This week I wanted to share a little bit about programming. As a Resident Assistant, it is our responsibility to put on events for our residents and the students here at Muskingum. I wanted to highlight a very awesome week long program coming up. You have probably already guessed what it is, because the title eludes to it. A whole week themed around the wonderful books, Harry Potter, by J.K. Rowling.
Each dormitory was given a house like in the books, such as Gryfindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, and Slytherin. The events for the week will kick of with a feat in the Great Thomas Dinning Hall, serving similar food to that of Harry Potter with fun names and decorations. Also, that same night Thomas will host the Tri-wizard tournament with three different games. Tuesday night will be a Horcrux hunt night, to rid Muskingum of the horrid he who must not be named. Wednesday night will be hosted by Kelley and Patton, in which a Quidditch tournament will be held. (I’ll post a link to a youtube video for this at the end) Thursday night Finney and Lakeside will be hosting a “field trip” to Hogsmeade, where students will attend a variety of stations. The winning group of students will receive a catered meal for all it’s participants.
The whole week should prove to be very exciting and fun, I for one am looking forward to it.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Peace&Love,
B
Link to youtube for real college Quidditch matches:
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Spain, Italy and France, oh my!
Posted on February 29, 2012 by muskiestudents
This year has flown, that is to say the least.
As has this semester, especially since we are coming up on half way through.
But this spring break for me will be spent far different than all the rest, because this Saturday I am leaving for a week of traveling through Spain, France and Italy.
And to just summarize my feelings, I am ecstatic.
I am traveling with roughly 25 other Muskies, and three professors for what will be the spring break trip of a lifetime.
I cannot wait to come back and share all of my crazy experiences as well as pictures after this insane trip.
Have a good, and safe spring break, regardless of where or what you’re doing, and I’ll see you after a quick trip across the big pond.
Katie Day
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