The year is almost over. Christmas is tomorrow. Both finals week and the Mayan apocalypse has passed without anything unusual to record. Admittedly, the semester's end was a little anticlimactic. Still, now that a new season is underway, I think it's time to start blogging again.
This was my second semester in college. About time, right? Well, I did take a nine week career exploration course during fall 2011, but I don't count that. Even though it was useful, it wasn't transferable. At any rate, I will focus on fall 2012 for this post.
For once, English was not my favorite class. The readings were interesting enough, but the work could have been more challenging. I could still learn some better planning for my research papers, but there's time for that. Still, I met a good book and got positive feedback on my writing. What more can I say? I'm ready for something new.
By some bizarre stroke of fate or coincidence, Political Science was the true highlight of my semester. No, I did not see that coming! I was prepared to stay open-minded about the course, but it wasn't my ideal choice. Still, I wanted to make the most of the experience. It was the right time to make a concerted effort to learn about politics.
Fortunately, I didn't have to try very hard to stay interested in the subject. My professor was awesome. The class itself was a unique gathering of interesting people. My feelings kept getting validated without anyone knowing it. It's encouraging to not feel so alone. For those fleeting weeks, we made an amazing and dynamic group. I don't think I can say anything more substantive than that, but I will never forget the wit and wisdom of those autumn afternoons. I grew less person and felt inspired. What more can you want from school? Well, my professors book for one thing!
The subject itself can't beat sociology in my eyes, but it came close. Halfway through the class, I saw the subject as just another aspect of social science. I enjoyed the top of voting behavior, demographics, and party identification. I also liked the theories. There's a part ofe that thinks I should have taken 201 instead of 101, but I would have never met my professor if I had done so.
Finally, music was as it always is. I've been singing for years. Nothing new there. That being said, I felt that I was able to improve and build confidence. My professor was cheerful and explain concept clarity. Even our accompanist was a great addition.
Well, that seems to be an adequate summary of how I felt about the semester! At any rate, it's the best I can do for now. I may say more in a New Year's Eve post. For now, it's on to the spirit and spectacle of Christmas. I'll return soon; I promise! ;)
