Seniors should appreciate their last days in college
Commentary by Chelsea Hudson

I am beginning to see the look.

Once you have seen it, there is no mistaking it. It is the look of deep contemplation and fear.

You can see this expression on almost every senior’s face. For this group of seniors, summer is not just another break, but a beginning to their lives in the “real world.”

The dreaded question in high school is, “Where are you going to college?” The even more dreaded question in college is “Where are you going to work?” The rigorous interviews have begun and the anxiety is beginning to build.

While speaking with a graduating senior just the other day, she said how worried she was about finding a job, especially considering the current state of our economy. Perhaps finding the right job is hard for anyone, whether in prosperous economic times or not.

President Franklin D. Roosevelt had a challenge in his tenure, to have and provide hope. The day he gave his inauguration speech, he was faced with an economically-troubled public. His best plan of action was to inspire and endure throughout his terms. His leadership defined the meaning of having a positive outlook with the New Deal initiatives.

If you know a senior, then do your best to be supportive and provide comfort to them. You never know the impact you could make.

Also, remember that the thought patterns of a senior are divided along emotional lines. On one hand, seniors are ready to face change.

However, they also are going through tremendous stress because of job searching.

If you are senior, have hope and don’t forget to appreciate every last day of college. Take the time to sit under a tree and visit with friends. Be sure to stay up late having deep conversations. Please, remember all the wonderful experiences you have had in college.

Everything is going to work out. Be bold. Go interview at your dream job.
This is the time to take risks. Don’t accept the first job offer you receive. Expect the best for yourself.

Remember, you are an extremely valuable asset, just four years ago (perhaps five), TCU knew your worth. The right profession is waiting for you, so as the Romans once said, “Carpe diem (Seize the day)!”

Chelsea Hudson is a junior political science major from Plano.
She can be contacted at (c.n.hudson@student.tcu.edu).

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