Sophomore Connor 

I am a sophomore Health and Exercise Science student from Pennsylvania. Coming to Colorado State was one of the best decisions I've ever made, and I am enjoy every aspect of college, ups and downs.

        Second Semester is in full swing and I'm excited to be back at Colorado State. I'm taking 18 credits this semester and the workload is definitely more than I'm used to. I figured I would have to start taking more credits if I want to stay on the 4-year plan while also trying to study abroad next Spring and maintaining my business minor. The increased amount of time in class is a little bit of a pain, but what's really killing me is all the online homework and busy-work due each week, but hey, it's nothing that can't be solved by more time in the library. 

       I was thinking of getting a part-time job this semester, but I don't know if I'll have the time to make it happen this semester. My parents are probably upset about that because I need money. Even with the large course-load however, I'm very happy with where I'm at and what I'm doing. Because of this, I haven't been able to participate in as many extra-curricular activities as I'd like, but I'm still playing some recreational intramural basketball to stay in shape. It is surprisingly competitive, but fun just the same.

 Last year at this time, I was more excited to be back in Fort Collins than I am now, but that's just because I was in Fort Collins for a good portion of winter break this year. Nothing has really changed in my living situation since the beginning of the year. I still enjoy living with my roommates, but am sadly realizing that next year won't be the same and I'm going to miss living with one of my best buddies. I'm not really searching for a relationship right now, so the coming and going of Valentine's day didn't phase me, like it did for some people. As far as I was concerned, it was just another Thursday night to hangout with my friends. 

 

        Our basketball has been doing insanely well this year and it's been really fun going to the games with all the energy and excitement. Our home streak is increased is 27 games won in Moby in a row! It's nice to see one of our big athletic programs doing well for once. All in all, I'm having an outstanding time in my second year at Colorado State. On a scale of 1-10, I think I'm at an 7. Things are getting busy, but I will persevere. 

 

See ya next month