This is a warning to all of my professors that might read my blog…I have severe senioritis. Symptoms include,  a disinterest in school work, a steady loss of concentration and an extreme urge to just hang out with your friends and not accomplish anything on your “to do” list. I had it when I was a senior in high school and now I have it even worse. Don’t get me wrong, I have no interest in graduating quite yet. If I could I would remain a professional student for four more years. But unfortunately, that is not a realistic goal.  I just have to get myself back into the swing of things. Keep in mind that I was abroad last semester working a 9-5 job so I am not used to the school schedule even though it is already the second week of school.

Other than my complete lack of motivation, things are going really well. I am really excited for next Wednesday because it is the first distinguished speaker lecture of the year. To kick off the distinguished speakers series this year is Kofi Annan. Mr. Annan is the former secretary general of the United Nations. As an international politics student, I could not have chosen a better speaker.  Hearing him speak is an amazing opportunity!! Not to mention it was free for me to get in! (Love those UB cards). Last night I went to a program with my fellow blogger Lynlee. The program was called “To Write Love on Her Arms” and it is part of the Suicide Prevention Week series that is happening this week. It was a really amazing program and if you have a chance you should check out their website for more information. (www.twloha.com)