Hello hello!
Since I last left you, I have successfully completed my first week of college classes!! It really was one of the most overwhelming weeks that I’ve had in a while.
I was both excited and extremely scared to begin classes on Monday. My first college class was a 300-level Spanish in Business class, so you can imagine how nervous I was to dive into business discussions in Spanish after my three month hiatus from the language. However, my professor, classmates and the class in general turned out to be incredibly enjoyable and very relaxed! I soon found out that all of my classes are similar to my Spanish class in that they are all very interactive. I think that constant classroom interaction is one of the best parts about the classes here at Richmond, because you can get to know your classmates both intellectually and personally. Professors also become less intimidating through classroom discussions. In fact, all of my professors are very friendly and approachable in addition to being extremely knowledgeable in their respective fields. Even though I’ve had what seems to be an overwhelming amount of homework for the first week of school, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed this week!
And then the weekend finally arrived after an exhausting first week! On Saturday, my hallmates and I explored campus and finally made use of the amazing gym here. I spent almost two hours there and can tell that the gym will become one of my favorite and most frequented places on campus. Then on Sunday, I attended the Westhampton Big-Little Social, an event that pairs each freshman girl with a Westhampton sophomore who helps her adapt into her new life here at Richmond. The social was fun and I get along very well with my big sister, so I’m excited to have her guide me through my first year!
All in all, it has been a crazy week! I’ve loved experiencing everything new during the first two weeks here, but I’m ready to settle in and develop a new routine. I will keep you posted on how things go!
My next-door neighbor, Kailey, my roommate, Gretchen, and I dressed up for the Westhampton Big-Little social!
 Me with my Westhampton Big, Megan.
Girls in my hall gathered in my room to watch the season premiere of Gossip Girl.
