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I Graduated!

Hello, everyone! I can hardly believe how long it's been since I've posted last. In that time, I have been finishing up my last semester at university. I am pleased to say that I am now a college graduate (Summa Cum Laude with honors distinction!) with a B.A. in English and a minor in Spanish.
Receiving my Honors distinction certificate

A very tired Katie and her Ryan
If everything works out, I plan to do an AmeriCorps program. AmeriCorps is a community service-based organization (similar to Peace Corps) that partners with local organizations to tackle a variety of issues. Those I have applied to deal with sustainable development, conservation, and hunger. I'm unsure of where I will be, but my top two programs are in the Appalachian mountains (WV and OH).

The programs start late Summer/early Fall. In the meantime, I plan on taking some time to rest and hopefully do some writing and volunteer work. This is already a tough transition because I forgot how not to be stressed out about school work. I'm also struggling with letting the day crumble before my eyes and turn to dust, only focusing on accomplishing trivial tasks (or nothing at all).

The good part is that I now have no homework and so much time! I'm taking Ryan to go on a night hike/ scorpion and owl "hunt" this weekend, for example!


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  1. Laura MorriganMay 26, 2016 at 12:41 AM

    Congratulations!

    Being able to go community service in something you care about sounds good!

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    1. OddGhoulOutMay 27, 2016 at 11:43 AM

      Thank you! The jobs I'm applying for are community service based, so I'm looking forward to them. Fingers crossed!

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  2. NatalieMay 26, 2016 at 10:55 PM

    Congratulations! Well done! This is really a great achievement, you should feel so proud of yourself!
    Does it feel strange to not have to worry about assignments anymore? :)

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    1. OddGhoulOutMay 27, 2016 at 11:40 AM

      Thank you! It's a little strange. Instead of worrying about homework, I'm worrying about finding a job to pay off my loans. But, I'm glad to be done with school for now.

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  3. -blessed b9, Catalyst4ChristMay 11, 2018 at 9:58 AM

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