Fraternity Meeting

Monday night we had our first meeting this semester for my fraternity. It was great seeing all of the guys again. We discussed all of the upcoming events we are planning and introduced new guidelines for all to follow. Being part of this organization is probably the best decision I have made, not only have I established life-long friendships but I am part of a community that has connections. The network base that we has is so profound, it is amazing. Our alum consist of doctors, lawyers, CEOs, pilots, and teachers. We have a wide range of occupations and anyone of us would drop everything to help each other out in a heartbeat, whether it be will studies or help finding a job. Being a member has been a lot of fun as well, we have date parties once a month. These are going to be kind of like your high school dances but unmonitored and a little less formal. I am just going to reiterate myself one more time, it was the best decision I have ever made.

Floyd

Party Bus/Basketball Game

Ok so this Saturday we did this event with the new incoming Dean's Scholars. We picked them up from their high school on a party bus and then took them to the basketball game. It was a lot of fun. Being a member of last years Dean's Scholars helped me to understand what these students are thinking concerning their college of choice. I took it upon myself Saturday night to show them all a good time, in hopes that they will attend WSU next fall. I think the students had a fun time on the bus dancing and singing and they all enjoyed the basketball game even though we lost.

Tonight we have our first official meeting for the semester for my fraternity, Sigma Phi Epsilon. I am looking forward to our re-adjournment and to see all of the guys again. Until next time.

Floyd

Flashbacks/My First day of Class

Ok so last night I went to this dance club called Flashbacks with over half of the people on my floor. Flashbacks is a club that is 18 to enter and 21 to drink but is still fun for those under 21. What made it so fun was probably having all of my friends there, everyone on my floor is so close to one another. But anyways, Wednesday is college night there, which is why we all went. I had only been a few times before but for some of us it was there first time.

Yesterday I went to my first two classes this semester; English 2 and Anatomy and Physiology. I think they will be alright, I mean I definitely have better teachers this semester than last, although I have already been assigned a reading assignment in English. This semester will hopefully be better than last. I will be sure to keep you informed about my classes.

Ryan

School Starts

Ok so school officially started today but I didnt have to go because I dont have classes on Tuesdays. So while I was still sleeping, other WSU students were off learning. I guess that my punishment for no class is extra hours of work. I work from 11:30 to 5:00 here in the admissions office on campus. Anyways I am glad that classes are starting again because you get to meet new people and make new friends. Hopefully my classes this semester are not as difficult as last semester.

Ryan

Preparing for Classes

There is a lot that you have to do to get ready for classes. You have to sign up for classes that fit around your work schedule, which is sometimes hard to do. You have to then find your books and they can be expensive at times. Then you have to pay for your tuition and figure out who your teacher is and where your class is located. If you are fortunate enough, you will have scholarships that pay your way through college, which is nice. If you dont have scholarships and dont have enough money saved up, you then have to apply for student loans, which takes a while due to the extensive amounts of paperwork you have to fill out. College is a lot different from High School, it is a big change and takes time to adjust. My first semester was pretty rough but I am entering this semester with more confidence, now knowing the tricks of the trade.

Ryan

Moving Back In

I have officially moved back into the dorms. Although there are not very many people back yet I am still excited. Seeing people I have not seen all break, which is over a month for us, has been interesting and fun at the same time. As far as having fun goes, all we have done has been sitting in each others rooms and watching TV or movies, pretty boring I know. But we are all going out tonight as 4 more of my friends are moving back in. Anyways I will be back on tomorrow.

Ryan

Hunting Trip

So I just got back from my first hunting trip yesterday. We hunted pheasant and I killed my first bird yesterday. I came up empty handed on Saturday. We really did not see very many pheasant as it is towards the end of the season. I had a fun time with my family and hope to go again soon. I would write more about the trip but I must adhere to the rule established a few years back that say "What happens in Moscow, stays in Moscow." I will check back in tomorrow.

Ryan

WORK

Today is going to be a long day. I have work on campus beginning at noon, and then immediately following that I have to work at Red Rock Canyon Grill. My on campus job usually consists of updating data books and posting these blogs, but today I had to file paper work. I had to file the paper work for everyone that has applied to WSU within the last 2 years. It was long and tedious. I hope I never have to file again. I will be happy with just my blogs, that will fine with me. I get off work here in a little bit and then Red Rock will be calling my name. I just cant wait for the weekend so I can go hunting with my cousin.

This hunting trip will be a new experience because I have never been before. I have shot clay pigeons before but never actually shot at an animal with a shotgun before. It will be a good experience and I will be sure to let you know about it on Tuesday.

Ryan

Christmas Break

Christmas break has been very laid back for me. I have been working quite a bit but other than that it has just been chill. I dont go back to school until the 22 which is nice because we had about 6 weeks off of school versus the usual 2 weeks we got in high school. There hasnt been a whole lot going on this break because a lot of my friends are either out of town or have gone back home. Well I am excited for the 13th because that is the day that everyone can move back into the dorms. We have nine days before classes start up again, they will be a fun nine days. I will keep you updated.

Ryan

About the Author

Hi everyone, my name Ryan Floyd. I am a freshman here at Wichita State University. I was born in Alabama but raised here in Wichita. Choosing Wichita State was easy due to the extensive amounts of scholarships they distribute. Even though my parents live in Wichita, I still moved out of their house and into the residence hall. The residence halls are a lot of fun and they really help you get that college experience, even though Wichita is not considered a college town. That is all for today.

Ryan