#smithcribs

I live in Cushing House which is on the quad. You’re guaranteed a single starting sophomore year, which I didn’t realize was a luxury until I spoke to my friends from other schools. I love being able to come back to my room after a long day on center campus with my friends. Although I often find myself leaving my door open so people can feel free to pop in and say hello! 

My first three years at Smith I lived in Lamont House, and loved every minute of it! This year, I am living in the Friedman Apartments on campus with three of my closest friends. The apartments are only for seniors and are assigned through a lottery, similar to the room draw process in each of the houses. 

Living in the Friedman apartments means that you cook your own food and clean your own space. The apartments are beautiful and I am loving living here so far. Here’s a peek at my room and a great meal I made with my roommates a few weeks ago

Image Description: A table set with flowers and some food.

Image Description: My bedroom with a bed, a desk, a rug, a dresser, and a window. 

This is my single in Morrow House!

Been busy non-stop for the past three weeks at Smith (which I might make a post about in the future) but I took the time to make sure my room was tumblr worthy :)

Coming to Smith, the concept of having finals in the winter was a foreign one to me- my high school didn’t do midterms/finals at any point before June. Plus, there’s the added stress of these being my first *college* finals. Luckily, the past couple weeks, while terribly difficult, have taught me a lot about time management, my preferred habits of studying, and easy ways to take some time for yourself.

First thing’s first...

STUDYING

This semester, I’m taking four classes- Logic 100, Elementary Latin, a First Year Seminar on the 19th century novel, and Historian’s Craft. Both my FYS and history class have term papers (10-12 pages and 7-9, respectively), my logic class has a take home exam, and my Latin course has an actual exam during the finals period.

Here’s an example of the study guides I’m making for Latin. Trying to encompass 21 chapters of vocabulary and grammar is tough... there’s a reason I started making these three weeks ago! (Next semester, I’m going to try to make them as I go through the class... novel concept!)

My history class has been hosting several professors from Smith’s history department over the course of the semester, giving each week a different “theme” depending on the professor’s speciality. this week was my favorite- Ancient Rome, and whether it technically “fell”. It’s strange to have regular classes chugging along while finals are looming, but I can’t emphasize how important it to stay on top of your work, or make provisions if you’re overwhelmed. There’s nothing wrong with asking for help, an extension, or taking an evening for yourself. You’ve got to stay sane to succeed! :)

Welcome home!

A few selected shots of my new room and house (Chapin 214- if any of y’all are on campus, come stop by!). I absolutely adore it here- Smith is without a doubt the best choice I ever made. The community is ridiculously welcoming (Smith is really good to first years- none of that stressed, lonely, harassed  freshman stuff here), and I’m literally leaving every class saying “this was the most incredible *insert discipline here* class I’ve ever taken! This semester, my course load is:

-Elementary Latin

-Historian’s Craft

-Ambition and Adultery: The 19th Century Novel (First Year Seminar)

-Logic 100: Valid and Invalid Reasoning

More details to come- it’s been a whirlwind few weeks, but I’m finally starting to get my feet under me! Next time, I’ll be talking about my move-in, orientation, and registration experience.