I stood in line to pick up my Summit. This is always an exciting event for me; however, I apparently wasn't as excited as the college freshman next to me experiencing the joys of a yearbook for the first time . . . in her life! The girl beside me squealed in what I guessed was delight as a friendly […]
Once again, it's that time of year. I like to think of it as "competition season." The spring semester at PCC can get very competitive for many students. Freshman nursing students are competing for the highest grades to stay in their program (one of the reasons we have such a great nursing program), while others are striving to win the Vision Scholarship. Elections are held for many offices on campus; collegians, classes, and the student body will dub new presidents, choristers, and chaplains for the upcoming year.
I flung open the door to my room, flicked on the main light, and dropped my backpack in the corner by the door. Nothing could phase me; I was in my own little world. I grabbed my iPad and began to study some notes when in walked Alex. "Ah, that's right. College Days is here," I remembered. "Hello," the greeting […]
Maybe you are like me in that the hum drum continuation of normal life feels monotonous at times. You wake up thinking that it's just another morning; at night you realize it's just another chance to sleep. Your schedule consists of just another class, just another meal, and just another visit to the library for studying. You may have seen […]
What's it like having a brother on campus? I've been asked this question many times since the day when he joined me at PCC two years ago. When giving an answer, I often take a pause for dramatic effect, lower my head, and answer a solemn . . . "It's awesome! I wouldn't change a thing."