It’s that time of year again when students are graduating and planning to leave Sinclair. The Clarion has produced articles all year to coach a student moving onto a four year university, searching for a job with your newfound degree, or staying focused if you’re only another semester away from graduating.
First off, hang in there. There’s only a couple weeks left and then you’re home free—you can do it, I believe in you… you’re welcome. Focus, persevere, and succeed. Now is not the time to wig out and drop out of your classes. Now is not the time to skip class. Now is not the time to “forget” to study for finals, sleep in, and flunk your tests, essays, and presentations. FOCUS.
Second off, “senioritis” is definitely a thing; I’m feeling it now by writing this article. When can it be over? When will it be done? Dear Lord, that was only another ten words, what’s my word count again—500? Right… it’s simple, though. Imagine yourself like a flaming aircraft being constantly bombarded by enemy fire. You may crash land, but hey, it’s still a landing. Don’t let the obstacles take you down before the finish line.
Third off, don’t spit on Sinclair. I know, tempting. “Ewe I hate it here, I want to go to a party school—woo!” Cut that out. You’re so desperate to move on that you aren’t going to be appreciative of the low costs, great facilities, excellent opportunities, and the amazing community at Sinclair. Don’t forget where you came from and why you were/are here. I know it’s formed me into who I am (hopefully for the better) thanks to great professors, classmates, and coworkers at The Clarion.
Lastly, I truly will miss Sinclair. If it were a four-year university, I would stay. Partly because I love it, also partly because I’m lazy and it’d be extremely convenient to stay since I know how everything works here.
So, on your last day go give the tartan Pride a fist bump and don’t question why Sinclair put a tartan-patterned kilt on a lion (I mean, who’s idea even was that?). Go be loud in the library and get a glare from the guards. Go receive sighs from the staff as you walk into the cafeteria and take utensils for the lunch you brought in. Make eye contact with the Sinclair police as you jaywalk running away trying to avoid their $100 fine they’ll slap on you. Forget your Tartan card as you try to exit the garages and have a grumpy parking lot security guard sigh letting you out.
Give Sinclair a wave; hopefully it gave you a great experience while you were here. I know I had a good experience. Be proud of your connection here and speak highly of it next time it comes up in conversation.
Ehron Ostendorf
Copy Editor