COLUMN: Tackling the COVID college experience as a freshman
Throughout this school year, I’ve constantly been reminded that I truly haven’t experienced normal college life.
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Throughout this school year, I’ve constantly been reminded that I truly haven’t experienced normal college life.
There is one lesson I didn’t learn in high school, didn’t learn at CMU and, for decades, didn’t learn in life -- anxiety can eat you alive.
Like so many others, I am appalled by the actions of the insurgents who infiltrated the United States Capitol last week. The U.S. has long hailed itself as the pinnacle of democracy. We have been referenced worldwide as a shining example of how government should be run. A place that is without the threat of domestic terrorism or uprisings, until Jan 6.
Despite COVID-19, the 91st edition of Central Michigan versus Western Michigan football has arrived.
America is celebrating.
After a nerve-wracking few days of little sleep, monitoring the constant news stream, and all the hope in the world, the 2020 election seemed to be over. Media sources projected Vice President Joe Biden to be the winner.
Choosing to live with five other girls was high-risk behavior. Possibly more fights, drama, stealing and, in 2020, more exposure to COVID-19.
I’ve never seen so many people use their car blinkers.
Screams and laughter flooded the crisp night air as passionate volunteers led excited tour groups through Central Michigan University's campus.
With my single page of bullet point notes, I faced my webcam. President Bob Davies, Director of Facilities Operations Jay Kahn and faculty member Goksel Demirer had already spoken.
The 2020 Vice Presidential Debate was held in Salt Lake City Oct. 7, and of course I had to tune in after the absolute catastrophe of the Presidential Debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump the week before.
During an international pandemic, one can never be too cautious. Getting tested regularly can help keep you and your loved ones safe, even if you are asymptomatic.
When the question “What do you see when you watch the news at night?” was raised at last night's online lecture, Ibram X. Kendi pointed out the realities of being Black in the United States and the rhetoric that follows.
Before becoming one of Central Michigan Life's two diversity and inclusion reporters, I was a "floater." I somewhat floated through the semester writing a brief here and there and maybe a full-length article when I had the time to.
I could tell you about my accolades and awards.
Most people go into college hoping to find a life long best friend in their freshman year roommate. But, that doesn't always happen and that's okay.
When I came out as bisexual to my parents, it got pretty dramatic. Going into the details is way too personal for this column, but suffice to say, there were tears shed. Things settled down a week later, but there was one fact that always rang in my mind afterward even to the day of publication.
Guest Column written by Sarah Syeda
As Central Michigan Life's Engagement Editor, my work is mostly done behind the scenes. I don't write stories or articles, but rather, I make sure the work of our staff is published on social media.
While I prepared to commence a testimony of why I love Galentine's Day, I couldn't help but experience my heart being propelled across the room when my friend blankly goggled at me and asked, "what's that?"