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Becoming involved with student leadership and being able to impact so many students during my time here!

Going to miss living so close to all my friends and hanging out in each other’s dorm rooms. I’m looking forward to the next steps in my life!

Your journey here at Southern will be what you make of it and how well your able to use the resources around you. You don’t have to be the most involved person but definitely get out your comfort zone and find your passion because before you know it you’ll be a completely different person at the end of this journey then when you started.

Being part of this wonderful school. Even though it wasn't easy at first as a transferred student from a different country but subsequently, it became easier through the help of my advisors, professors and few people I met on campus.

I am going to miss all the fun activities that were held on campus as well as some of the classes that gave me the chance to express myself.

Be yourself, do not be afraid because it takes a rough patch to get to a smooth destination.

My favorite part of my time at SCSU is all the great people I met!

What I will miss the most is walking around campus on warm sunny days. What I am looking forward to the most is working in the Hospital!

Some advice I would give incoming students is to always push your limits and never underestimate yourself. You will appreciate the results.

Try your best but do not be so hard on yourself.

"Fall seven times, stand up eight"

DPhiE

I’m looking forward to furthering my education and becoming a full time teacher!

Appreciate it all because the time goes by fast.

The many parties and free food we got.

I’m looking forward to seeing where life takes me on this new journey of finishing college. I’m going to miss the many events southern held for students!

This is your journey, take it one day at a time and remain focused!

My favorite part of being at Southern is the support of the outstanding professors and students. I have been inspired by the personal struggles of many of my peers who have overcome unfortunate circumstances and worked their tail off to advocate for others who are going through the same.

I'm going to miss my classmates who made me feel like I wasn't going through the struggles of getting through this program alone.

My advice to incoming students is your professors want to see you succeed, communicate your needs.

Water wars against UNH

I’m going to miss my friends and the sense of community at Southern but I am excited to have one more year here doing my MSW.

Have fun, stay on top of your work, and be open to new friends, ideas, and activities.

I would have to say that my favorite part of my time here was joining the Programs Council in Student Involvement. I found an amazing job and met a surplus of fun individuals that I called both my coworkers and friends. The job gave me an incredible opportunity to build my leadership skills while running events for the student body.

I’m going to miss hanging out with my friends on a daily basis. But I am looking forward to see where life takes me as an adult.

Don’t be afraid to come out of your shells. I was very introverted most of my childhood and when I got to college I really came out and found a group of friends that have stuck with me all the way. Because of this, I have had so many fun experiences that I will always remember. Take advantage of this time period in your lives.

OLAS!!!

Living for free!

HAVE FUN! Join as many organizations as possible and let your guard down. College is supposed to be fun.

Turn your can’ts into cans!

Met a handful of people that I can call friends I made in the social work program.

I am going to miss hearing other students' stories and perspectives regarding life and the challenges they've faced. I am looking forward to working as a social worker.

You are your best advocate, don't be afraid to ask questions or express feelings towards assignments, sometimes it is too much sometimes the question is unclear, don't leave yourself in doubt, our professors are there for us, therefore, speak up and ask questions to get a worthy grade and never procrastinate.

Comparison shop for your books

The best part as Southern was all the events that the campus community offers throughout the semester where students can hang out, meet new people, and create new friendships.

The things that I will miss the most about Southern are the times that I spent on campus with the people who I connected with, the times that I spent with my team preparing for and playing games, and the times that I spent participating in on-campus events. I look forward to continuing my education and then applying what I learned at Southern in the future

Enjoy every single day on campus making memories and friends. 4 years seem like a long but in the end, they are going to fly by quickly.

Never give up on yourself; You are your only limit! -Paige XOXO

My favorite experiences at Southern are with the families I have made. I will never forget my CSA family, who are all crazy in the best ways, my MCC family who taught me that friendship comes in different forms, and my Wilkinson family who gave me joy and laughter.

I will miss being a part of a community committed to the engagement and involvement of the student population. I look forward to seeing what is in store for the Southern campus and how they move forward in their goals of becoming a DEI institution. I also look forward to seeing what my peers accomplish in the world following graduation.

You’re here for a reason so don’t waste the opportunity. Use this experience to gain the knowledge you seek but don’t forget to indulge in the fun. Join a club or organization, meet new friends, get involved; the best way to experience Southern is through the people.

My favorite part of my time at SCSU was the clubs and organizations I was fortunate to have been apart of. I met my family away from home, built wonderful relationships and bonds with amazing people, and became apart of a larger community of people.

I will miss being around familiar faces and the sense of belonging. I look forward to taking the skills I’ve acquired and cultivating a career and life filled with success.

I would advise incoming students to get involved! There are so many opportunities to meet people, have fun, help others, acquire real life skills, and gain leadership skills. I would also advise students to take advantage of the resources on campus; mental health, counseling, advisement, academics help, etc. Balancing your academic, social, and personal life, and even athletics, can be very overwhelming and you can fall behind quickly. Don’t be afraid to reach out to others!

My favorite part of my time here at SCSU would be Student Teaching because it made me realize I'm doing the right thing with my life.

Study hard and don't forget to enjoy college! :)

Amazing professors and fellow students!

I am going to miss the Buley Library, I’m looking forward to starting my next adventure, learning and growing every day.

Don’t stress, Have fun enjoy it while you can. It will be over before you know it

My professors! I learned so much from them and all of them were the best educators I could have.

Do not pick your majors and minors because you think it will be easy or make a lot of money. Please, most importantly, I beg of you to make sure you do something you love and are passionate about. Find what speaks to you and everything else will fall in place, I promise.

My favorite time at SCSU is my internship at VPAS and working with the SAGE Center along with all the classes I got to attend with my service dog Monroe by my side.

I am going to miss all the faculty and staff that made SCSU such a great community and I look forward to a successful future with many opportunities.

The best advice I can give is if you ask not you get not meaning if you don't ask for help you won't get it. So, just ask! There are so many people at SCSU that are there to help you succeed. And last but not least- STUDY and do the work!

My favorite part of SCSU was being part of residence life and student involvement. I would recommend everyone to get involved because that got me out of my shell and I love the connections I have made along the way.

What I am going to miss most is the connections and memories I have made during my years here at Southern. Starting pre-covid is hard to believe and we did it! I will miss the feeling of family and being one big community! Something I am looking forward to most is starting grad school and continuing my education in my field of social work.

Get involved early on! Make connections with classmates and fellow residents on in your residence hall, they will make lifelong friends!

Being in FACE, majorette, working at Dunkin’ Donuts and Black student union.

Meeting the friends I know I'll have for the rest of my life.

Do not hesitate to ask for help. Be it the DRC, office hours, or the academic success center, use it. Get those accommodations if you need them. Take advantage of extensions in the syllabus. Don't be scared of being judged for it!!

Homecoming Weekend 2021

The homecoming festivities & food from Conn Hall

Come in with an open mind & put your all into these next 4 years ! It will be worth it for sure!

My favorite part of my time here at SCSU was meeting so many amazing people and making some amazing lifelong friends. I really put myself out there this year and made some great connections, and I could not be happier.

The one thing I will miss the most about SCSU is walking on campus and seeing all the beautiful faces I have met during my college education. That includes students, professors, advisors, and Otus. The one thing I look forward to the most is seeing all the opportunities the world has to offer in my moving forward from SCSU.

The advice I would give to incoming students is enjoy college. Be yourself. Make connections. Work hard. Follow your dreams. Never give up. The world is yours!

Something I am going to miss the most is spending time with the SCSU Women's Soccer team everyday and getting to build connections with the team. I am most looking forward to finding a job that I can put all of the things I am passionate about to use, and help others.

Don't be afraid to start conversations with new people, you never know who you might meet and everyone is probably just as nervous as you are.

The competitive ping pong games.

I’m definitely going to miss all of the free food at the academic quad. I mostly look forward to pursuing more schooling.

Learn to be independent. College is all about independence and time management. Once those are mastered, the rest will fall into place.

Sorry to say I was not able to experience the campus because of COVID-19, online classes were the alternative.

What I’m going to miss, is the friends that I have made. This social work class has been amazing in helping each through the online classes.

Come with an open mind, don’t limit what your capable of. Keep getting out of your comfort zone make the best of it.

Lab days

There is light at the end of the tunnel

SCSU Women's Soccer- being in the NE-10 Championship finals twice

if it doesn't challenge you, it doesn't change you...find a good balance and don't be afraid to take chances and try new things.

Being apart of the mens football and track team. Being a two-sport athlete definitely had its challenges but I’m forever grateful for the opportunity. Also, given the opportunity to be team captain for our Mens Track team is something I’ll forever be grateful for.

Playing in our homecoming games and Long Jumping in the NE-10 Championship.

Time management is everything manage it well and college will be successful.

My favorite part was qualifying and running at the DII Nationals Cross Country Meet with my fellow cross country teammates.

I'm going to miss seeing my classmates in my major and the amazing professors I had. I'm going to miss the most practicing and competing with my teammates along with the mentorship from coaches I had on the cross country and track teams.

Be balanced. Keep only up to three extracurricular clubs/organizations outside of class to allow yourself to be involved enough to build relationships, be challenged, and help that organization effectively in its goals. Make a schedule before the next semester outlining not only when your classes are, but when you are going to study, eat, and most importantly, sleep.

Definitely when I first transferred, it was fun meeting new people, joining the cheer team, being in a new environment.

Im going to miss the atmosphere and just being on campus. Im looking forward to moving somewhere new, college was my first step out of my comfort zone, and I'm ready to move on somewhere new!

The four years fly by! Enjoy every single moment, even little ones like eating at the dining hall with your friends.

Directing 'The Philadelphia' by David Ives for the 2022 Student Directed One-Acts!

Going to miss the amazing friends I've made over the last few years, and the professor's who supported me along the way.

Favorite part of my time at SCSU I think it’s all the parts and time were very good it was amazing SCSU has a lot of things to miss

I am going to miss my professors , student center , library

I advise them to be strong and happy and enjoy every time in their life. You will face a lot of problems but always know the light at the end of the tunnel and everything will be okay

First day at SCSU

Campus and I look forward to continuing with my Masters degree in the upcoming fall of 2022. And I can't wait until May, 23 to graduate with my Masters

Be patient and take one semester at a time

Making life-time friends!

Football Family

Shoot for the Stars !

I would have to say being apart of various organizations and making connections with people.

I’m going to miss my friends, campus life, and freedom.

No matter what obstacles you encounter in life, make sure you put your best foot forward and persevere. You are capable of much more than you know. Tap into your greater self and work hard now so you can relax later.

Breaking my national record in the 300m dash!

I'm going to miss all the successes I had in college and I'm looking forward to becoming a mutki Olympic and world champion!

Stick around with people that truly have your best-interest at heart, and don't do anything that can cost you your future.

My favorite time at SCSU is getting to campus early in the morning, I have been a commuter for all my time here. When the sun is rising, the clock on the library is still visibly lit, the dew from the grass, and no one is around. It is a beautiful feeling and scenery that is of solitude. It makes you have this personal connection to SCSU and its campus.

I am coming back for the fall to complete a Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Accounting and then back to complete and MBA, so I cannot say that I will be leaving the campus just yet. However, if I was leaving completely, I would say that I would miss the commute in the city. Even though the traffic may make me late, the city is another feeling I won't forget.

I would advise incoming students to take their time and not rush their degree process. In the midst of rushing education, you may lose sense of the world around you. And when you come to that realization, you may think differently about you major or where your place is in the world. Taking your time helps you focus on what your true passions are. That, I think, is why so many college students change their major last minute. I never thought I would have changed my major, being halfway done with my degree. I was a Studio Art Ceramics major. By my Junior year, I switched to Business management. Far from each other and set me back 2 extra years. But I came to a realization of what my true passions and educational goals are. Take your time and just remember that it is never too late in life to finish a degree of any kind.

Take it easy !

Working in the theatre!

I'm going to miss the community, and I'm looking forward to the new communities I'll be part of.

The opportunities you don't pursue are the opportunities you miss, so take advantage of everything. College it the time to try and fail and try and succeed, but you can only get to the point of success if you're willing to fail first. And in college, failing is not the end of the world, it's only the beginning. So seize every change, every opportunity, every resource. And get as much sleep as you can. It's not worth it if it costs your mental or physical health.

Finally finding my calling in Recreational Therapy. If not for SCSU I would have never found my second career. I can't wait to get my Graduate degree and start helping Veterans like myself find their place in the world.

I'm going to miss having my first class at 11 am so I don't have to rush in the morning. I am looking forward to starting Grad school in the Fall.

Take it one day, once class, one semester at a time. Don't be in a rush to get it over with, enjoy the ride, enjoy the Freedom. Not everyone has this opportunity, take advantage of it. Have Fun!!!

My advice would be to take advantage of the resources provided for you. College can be tough, but you will get through it!!

Traveling to Bermuda with my team. Playing field hockey in another country surrounded by palm trees and pink sand beaches was a dream come true!

Get involved! My experience at SCSU would not have been so amazing if I had not taken part in the hundreds if activities they plan every year; trivia, bingo, food trucks, res-life events and of course free t-shirts.

My freshman year at SCSU was very exciting because as a new student at a college I looked forward to participating in as many events and meeting new people. It was even more fascinating because I lived on campus and during this time you get to explore who you really are, and as the years go by you are able to self-reflect and see how much you have grown. Recognizing these positive changes is very heartwarming.

I will definitely miss going to the events that our school hosts, the friendly teachers, and classmates, the openness of our campus, but most of all I will miss the UAP department that provided me with the chance of obtaining a degree in the first place. I'm looking forward to furthering my education and accomplishing more rewarding experiences in life.

EVERY CLASS COUNTS; if you miss one, you lose money, a chance of getting an A, and a possibility of being dropped from that class. Get involved; network with your peers and teachers. You might need them to do a reference letter later. The years go by faster than you think. Most of all, give yourself a mental break sometimes! Work hard and celebrate when you get holidays, trust me, it is possible. I did it, you can too! You might lose friends but you'll always have your degree. Enjoy your college experience.

I’m going to miss being on campus, and I’m looking forward to seeing what the next part of my life has in store for me.

Take it one semester at a time, don’t get overwhelmed! The years will fly by, and by the time you know it, you’ll be at commencement!

What I’m going to miss the most is seeing my classmates in class and spending time with them

Do not stress about school. Enjoy it and take your time. There’s no rush

My favorite part about SCSU was the fun activities held outside on the courtyard. The activities were so much fun, accompanied with great food, & amazing vibes. Just a good time all the way around!

I’m going to miss all of the staff and the students at SCSU. Everyone was great and the professors were all phenomenal! The professors truly cared about the students and their education. I’m looking forward to starting my career and utilizing all of my education learned to great use.

My advice to the new incoming students is to never give up, keep pushing forward. There may be times you feel like giving up but just know that you are that much closer to your goals and you didn’t come this far to quit. Enjoy your time at SCSU and remember to always remain positive!

My favorite part of my time at SCSU would be forming friendships that will last a lifetime.

The thing I will miss most is the people in the SCSU community that have helped me get where I am today. The thing I am looking forward to the most is forming new connections and create a new community for support.

If I could give one piece of advise, it would be to surround yourself with a support system to help on the bad days and celebrate the good days.

Freshmen Orientation

Going to miss the friends I made, looking forward to new experiences in grad school.

Be here if you want to not because you have to be. You only enjoy your time if its something you want to be doing.

Staying up all night with friends, and having dinner at Conn.

My favorite time at Southern has to be when I was a peer mentor. I loved connecting with the students and being a leader to others.

I will miss the amazing people I had a chance to connect with. I am looking forward to grad school and the opportunities to come.

SCSU really put effort in their events, especially during community hour. I’ve definitely got a lot of things to keep as mementos from my time at Southern, like t-shirts, stuffed animals, raffle prizes, and of course photos with my friends!

I will definitely miss the friendly atmosphere at Southern, and just little things like meeting friends at the bagel wagon or being able to just head to my favorite food spots after class. However, I am looking forward to starting my MPH program at Sacred Heart University!

As cliché as it may sound, you don’t need to have your career or major figured out as soon as you start college. I started my freshman year as one major that I wasn’t very happy about, and ended up finding my true calling by the time I was a sophomore. And make sure to attend as many events as possible, cause it’s definitely worth it!

The social work pinning ceremony! As much as I enjoyed my experience here at southern, my favorite part was finally getting to put a face to my peers and see them in person. Completely a BSW program completely virtual made things very challenging at times, but coming together for the first time ever and seeing everyone’s smiles really put my journey into perspective that I wouldn’t have been here without the support from my social work family.

I am going to miss being young and not knowing what’s next, and I’m going to miss the journey it took me to get here. Although it’s a bit of a love hate relationship with all the challenges it took me to get here, I am great full, and this feels so unreal! I am most excited for grad school, and my goal to obtain my MSW! As much as I am going to miss being young and not knowing what’s next, it’s because of this program that I know now exactly what I am supposed to do next. There is no doubt in my mind that I am on the right path, and I am excited for what’s next!

Never doubt your worth, and never let anyone tell you can’t! You can!

I met the most amazing people at Southern and have had some really great classes.

Meeting different people and creating bonds that will last a lifetime

I’m going to miss having nothing to do on Fridays I’m looking forward to see where my next adventure takes me

Going to meet with friends and going to the big events.

I am going to miss some of the faculty and the people who helped me during the four years that I was there.

Work hard and enjoy college life.

My favorite time at SCSU has to be freshmen year. I don’t know what it is about our class, but I think we were the most lit. Everyone was outside playing volleyball, catch in the grass and listening to music on the speaker. There were always basketball games going at the basketball court. We’d be outside until it was dark, just to come inside and build more bonds with our RA’s and each other in the community rooms. If I could go back, I’d go back to the memories I made freshmen year.

I’m going to miss the family I made on Blue Steel Drumline. Spending at least 9 hours a week with the same people through performances and practices, it’s hard to not develop a bond. We’ve sweat together, cried together, and worked together. We’ve celebrated great performances and learned from the poor ones. The bond became deeper than banging drums and making music. They have become my family. And although I’m looking forward to starting my future as a teacher, I look forward to seeing how this drumline will continue to grow, even if I can no longer be a part of it as it does.

To the incoming freshmen, it’ll be scary. You’re coming into a new environment with thousands of people you don’t know. It’s hard to find your place and you may feel like you don’t belong. Give it time. Join a club that has the same passions as you. Connect with those who push you to be better and genuinely care about your success. I promise once you do that, this will be one of the best experiences of your life.

My favorite time at Southern was definitely the carnival by CONN hall this spring semester. When I transferred from the University of New Haven, I had one solid semester before Covid happened. I wasn’t able to experience much, but being able to see everyone’s face at the carnival, enjoying their time with friends, warmed my heart.

I’m excited for the next chapter of my life. It would be nice to say that I’m done with school, but I’ll be starting PT school at the University of Hartford this summer.

My biggest regret was not getting involved on campus during my time here. Join a club; find a group of friends that will really enhance your experience at Southern! College is hard and stressful. You might at times find yourself screaming at the top of your lungs in your car after a stressing class, but YOU are all easily capable of greatness.

I am going to miss New Haven pizza the most!!! I'm looking forward to skiing and hiking in Denver :)

Go to office hours and get to know your professors!!!

Being able to do all the dissections in the biology lab and being able to be a contributing author to a manuscript about a Genome.

I am going to miss the fellowship between other students in the science labs, you really meet the funniest people there. I am looking forward to the future and what it holds for me as a Southern graduate.

Don’t stress out too much, all the tears may seem not worth it but it really is once you cross that stage.

I really enjoyed meeting and networking with fellow students that share a similar passion or common interests over the last four years.

I am going to miss the faculty who supported me over the course of my college career and built up my confidence for post-graduation. I am looking forward to applying my skills to new and challenging opportunities after graduation.

Do not be afraid to reach out to faculty, not only for academic help, but also to gain opportunities within your field.

Networking, meeting new people, and joining the SCSU Student Government Association, becoming a Student Government Representative At-Large, to fight for academic injustices for our student body here at SCSU.

I’m going to miss the friends and relationships I made here at SCSU. Also joining a Greek life organization of Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity, creating brotherhood relationships that will last for my life time. I also, didn’t realize how many funny, thoughtful, and talented friends I had, throughout my years here. The friend that I made here are truly great. I am also going to miss the support system that acknowledges hard work and determination and makes every effort to help you succeed. The students and faculty here are truly the best and cares for their students. Thank you all the faculty of the Political Science Department, you are truly the best. I recently have been accepted into a competitive pre-law plus program from the Law School Admissions Council, in which I am looking forward to going to Boston University School of Law for a month this summer to learn in law school structure classes, while also learning more about the law school admissions process. I also plan on getting my real estate license and plan on heading off to Law school.

Get more involved. If you think you’re struggling, there are always resources on campus that can help you. If you feel like you're alone and don’t have no one to talk to, try joining clubs and organizations, talk to students in your dorm if you live on campus, make friends with students in your classes, or at your campus job if you work on campus. Lastly, keep yourself with confidence, it will take you far.

The friendships! SCSU is full of amazing, beautiful, brilliant people.

I am going to miss my friends who will not be continuing their studies at SCSU at this time, but am so looking forward to continuing in the Master's program for Social Work.

Make friends and enjoy this time! Take risks and put yourself out there. It's worth it. School is way more fun when you're surrounded by people you care about.

I think I'll miss my advisors most, they helped steer me in the right direction throughout my time at Southern

Don't underestimate projects! It is impossible to complete the night before

Night classes

Not paying for my food and having better food

Socialize after work is completed.

The community!

Meeting genuine people and building strong connections.

Im looking forward to the new opportunities.

The journey isn't easy but keep pushing though. Never be afraid to ask for help.

Don't feel embarrassed to ask questions. Somebody else in the room probably has the same question.

My favorite part about my time at SCSU was meeting so many amazing new people and learning about different perspectives.

Im going to miss the networking opportunities, and I am looking forward to raising our growing family and starting our family business.

My advice to incoming students would be to invest in building relationships with your professors. Not only are they great resources, but they are also there to help you if obstacles arise. If they don’t know they can’t help you. Remember that they want you to succeed.

Take advantage of the resources; take a walk or two with some friends every so often to help clear your mind; and remember to always ask for help when you need it—whether it be academically, mentally or emotionally. There is always someone there who is willing to assist you. YOU ARE NOT ALONE!

I only spent two years at SCSU, but I enjoyed the entire experience. Southern has a very welcoming community; the students are great, and the professors are very helpful.

I will miss the interactions with some of the students and professors. I am looking forward to nights without homework, exploring the world, and starting my professional career.

Everybody says college will be over before you know it and I would agree. I think you need to find a good balance between having fun and focusing on school work.

The social environment and activities with friends.

Going to miss the experiences and leisure time, but am looking forward to continue building who I am.

Find what you want and stick to it until the end.

Being involved and on Eboard for F.A.C.E organization and giving me insight and opinion of the fashion world.

Always take your time day by day and never stress over something you can accomplish or simply don’t have control over. Oh yeah and rate my professor will be your best friend when registering for classes!

Creating life-long friendships and playing basketball for the Southern CT Owls under coach Scott Burrell.

I will miss the welcoming environment on campus.

Take in every moment, your time here passes too quickly.

Sitting in the science building.

I’m going to miss walking around campus. I am looking forward to having time to with my animals.

Keeping working until the end and don’t slack off it is worth the hard work.

Being part of the men’s lacrosse team and Thursday’s :)

Gonna miss all the student discounts that came in clutch. Also being part of men’s lacrosse. Will be looking forward to making bank 🤑🤑🤑

Make long lasting friends and connections.

I am looking forward to being successful and putting what I've learned to use.

It's important to stay focused and stay determined. Follow your dreams and don't let anyone think you are less than. It doesn't matter how long it takes you- forward is forward. Little by little a bird build's it's nest. Piti piti zwazo fé nich.

Bookmarks English Club and all the things I got to learn.

I’m going to miss the friends I’m leaving behind and the professors I grew close with, but I’m looking forward to whatever comes next…

Don’t rush things. You’ll finish in your own time and that’s okay. Take care of yourselves because grades are important, but so are you.

Black Lives Matter March, FACE & BSU Fashion shows, Rep Your Flag parties, and homecoming weekend.

I'm definitely going to miss the friendships and memories that were created here. I'm looking forward to being more successful and creating a stronger impact in the healthcare field!

Work hard for that degree, but enjoy these 4 years while you still can!

All the meals shared with friends.

Spring 2019, Neff Room 329, if you know you know

My favorite memory at Southern was catching a touchdown pass on my first ever college play to help us capture one of the biggest victories in school history, by beating Division I Central Connecticut State University. My other favorite memory was the Field Day I organized at the football field for the students at Chapel Haven Special Education School. It was a tremendous success and we had a bunch of participants and volunteers that had a great time. It turned out better than anticipated, and it was a great event for the Southern community.

I am going to miss the people I met the most. I met so many great people from different things around campus and I am going to miss those relationships the most. I wish i had more time to make more.

The secret is: What you put into your time here at Southern is what you will get out of it. Southern is obviously not the most glamorous school, but it gives students the opportunity to meet new people, build career experience, and join different communities. If you don't take advantage of these opportunities and sit in your dorm all day, you will not have a good experience. If you get involved, meet people with similar interests, and do things that you enjoy or try something new, you will have an amazing Southern experience like I did. College is a time to find out who you are, and there is not a better community to help you with this than Southern. Get out there and have some fun!

As a First Generation College Graduate, and as a woman who got pregnant 2x during this very long journey I just want to say there will be times you think you are not capable, but remember capability is dependent on your will to never give up on what you want <3

Becoming Friends with Jack Oltran

Smooth waters never made a strong sailor

Hanging out with friends and making new connections with my advisor and professors.

I’m going to miss sunny spring days sitting by Buley Library

Work hard, push yourself, and when it feels like it’s all too much or feel like you can’t finish, reach out to someone for help, you’re never alone at college.

My favorite time at SCSU was making new friends and connections. Also, enjoyed attending all the many different events on campus. Another great pleasure I had was connecting with my professors and advisors.

What I will miss the most is being on campus and hanging with friends, classmates, and attend special events. I'm looking forward to my new career and learning new things in my field of study. I am ready to network and move up in the career of my dreams.

My advice would be to enjoy your time here at SCSU! Make sure you stay on task and focus during your time at SCSU. Put in the hard work and before you know it, Graduation will be here! Consult with your professors and advisers as must as possible. Never give up when the load seems to get too heavy. Look to family and friends for moral support along your journey at SCSU. Also, remember that the race isn't giving to the swift, but to the one who endures too the end!

I loved being on campus and being able to work in the Adanti Student Center!

I am going to miss spending time with my friends, but I am looking forward to attending graduate for Audiology this fall.

Join a club and be active on campus!

Don’t blink- take it all in!

Instruction does not halt after the chime rings. Learning is found within the classroom, within the feasting commons, within the dorm room, within the chapel lobby, and in each circumstance I discover myself. Life isn't dark and white. College fills my crave to explore the gray ranges, finding the answers to life.

“I am looking forward, to begin with and preeminent, to a return to a few level of regularity. In expansion to that, I see forward to a few face-to-face gatherings where I have an opportunity to arrange with my peers and companions who I have not seen in individual for more than a year.

You will not be prepared to develop up, but it’s a great thought to keep your future in intellect.

The wonderful people I have met who in many different ways pushed me forward Engaging in actual research Iced white chocolate mochas from the Starbucks in the library :)

I think I'll miss the overall feeling of being a student; learning new things from different classes; the excitement of the first day; the mid semester breakdown lol; the relief after finals are over etc,. I have been a student for over 5 years so it will feel weird for a bit to not have assignments due or a test to study for. I am looking forward to spending a summer soaking up the sun, hanging out with my family (without being worried about school in the back of my mind) and doing absolutely nothing :) !

Surround yourself with people who have the same drive and dedication as you. Speak regularly to your advisor, they are SOOO helpful (shoutout to Dr. Bordner and Dr. Stiver, you guys rock!) Learn to manage your time efficiently. Misuse of time is your enemy. Enjoy the ride, it flies by fast. "It does not due to dwell on dreams and forget to live" -Dumbledore

My favorite time at SCSU would definitely be Freshmen year and joining my first on-campus living, Hall Council eBoard. This was great, it forced me to jump out of my bubble a bit and participate in events while meeting people throughout campus. This also allowed me to go to every RHA meeting where I was able to meet new people and get accustomed to living away from home for the first time.

There are a couple of days left and I already miss it. Missing this. Living on campus and seeing my friends every day, high stakes bingo, Black Lives Matter event/march, apple picking, strengthening Sundays, Heritage ball, residential events, etc. I am looking forward to traveling and broadening my education. "The world is our oyster"

Breath. Never give up even when it may feel like the easiest option, stay motivated. Make connections, NETWORK. &quot;Life is too short to start your day with broken pieces of yesterday, it will definitely destroy your wonderful today and ruin your great tomorrow!&quot;

Critical thinking discussions on tough subjects in many Soc. classes.

Working in Buley and campus always having something going on outside for students.

Give it your all each year because it will fly by.

Being able to make new and everlasting long friendships. Also being able to have the opportunity to be apart of the SCSU Dance Team!

The southern community and atmosphere

Stay on campus your freshman year! The bond you will create and memories are one to never be forgotten.

Grabbing a double chocolate muffin at the bagel wagon in EN Hall.

I'll miss my amazing professors! I look forward to never doing an exam again

If you are having a mental breakdown over exams, eat a slice of chocolate cake, and all will be well again.

The part that didn’t have a pandemic in it hahaha, no seriously though.

I am going to miss the convenience of having work, school, and social life all together. I’m looking forward to beginning my coaching career in basketball, soon.

Love every moment you’re here, push through the struggle and blossom as the light shines ever so bright as you walk across the campus for the first time.

My internship opportunity with the Connecticut Science center that created the ability for me to write a publish my first ethnography book as an undergraduate.

I'm going to miss my encouraging and supportive professors.

Enjoy every moment, experience, and opportunity that you have during your time at SCSU.

At first, you might become overwhelmed, but with time, knowledge, practice, and experience, you will become proficient in your work. Throughout this process, many people will try to tear you down and others will lift you up, but the most important thing, and what is really going to help you achieve success, is if you believe in yourself. 

Study sessions with friends at the library

Stick to your goals, don’t be afraid to ask for help

Playing and representing for SCSU Mens Basketball and Coach Scott Burrell. My teammates, coaches and Professors -

I’m going to miss playing college ball and my teammates and all the scsu support. I’m most looking forward to a starting a basketball pro career in Europe and also working & coaching,mentoring our youth this summer in the off season.

study hard and leverage the multiple resources on campus. Manage your time with academics first - especially if you play a sport Please attend all basketball games and show support 🏀

My favorite part of my time at SCSU was over 20 years ago when I was a freshman, meeting new people and feeling like I belonged somewhere.

I’m looking forward to starting my career as a Sports Psychologist.

Making new friends and befriending the professors.

I’m going to very much miss everyone and everything, but that’s part of the journey’s end. One journey is over, and a new one begins.

Always let your voices be heard. And always stay the course in and out of class.

The first two years were a lot of fun. It was great meeting new people, going to parties and attending campus events.

I will miss the positive atmosphere on campus and the friends who don't live near me. I look forward to moving on with my life and hopeful to get a job with the degree I earned.

Enjoy every moment, make these years the best... four years goes by quickly.

My favorite moment at SCSU was meeting my two roommates freshman year and becoming friends that will last a lifetime.

I am going to miss the amazing support from former co-workers at Buley library, fellow classmates that followed me all throughout the education program, my professors who worked with me through every obstacle, and all the amazing activities that southern offered.

Enjoy the ride!

Unwinding with friends at the academic quad.

I will miss the professors who taught me to keep an open mind when trying to make sense of the world. Applying their teachings to my life is the key to future success.

As the old adage goes: “Business before pleasure.”

My sorority Delta Phi Epsilon, being part of the Greek Life community and my time as a student athlete

I’m going to miss my friends. I’m looking forward to the next chapter of my life in Green Bay, and starting my masters program to become an athletic training

Learn your rights, and advocate for yourself! There will be times when people rely on you not knowing your rights, but you have to advocate for yourself even when things seem impossible

Get involved! Put yourself out there! You get what you give in your college experience. Make friends, make mistakes, but most importantly - make memories.

The peer mentor experience was my most cherished part of being a southern undergrad. I will forever cherish my time with them!

Make this your own. This is your degree, your future, and your life. Don't hold back anything! You’ll find the most comfort in discomfort.

Freshman year!

I will miss the people and culture at SCSU and I am looking forward to having the time of my life!

It’s okay to fail, so long as you pick yourself up and try again, it’s not the end of the world.

Meeting my best friend’s Jack Tiernan and Kelly McElroy.

I had many favorite parts of my time at SCSU. First was having the opportunity of being a Peer Academic Leader at the Academic Success Center, this allowed me to help many classmates, and it also blessed me with amazing friends. Another favorite memory was being able to do research and presented at the Research Symposium, which was a great experience.

I am going to miss all the amazing classmates, professors, and faculty that I met during these years. I must add that I will also miss the nature around campus, especially during Autumn and Spring seasons. I am looking forward to this new and exciting chapter in my life.

To incoming students, my advice to you is to never give up. No matter how many obstacles you face, I promise you that it will all be worth it in the end. You got this!

My favorite part is creating connections with the faculty, staff and students.

I’m going to miss the routine of going to southern. I’m looking forward to seeing myself grow as an individual.

Get a study buddy in each class. It will help in the long run if your running late or missing assignments because you didn’t go to class for whatever reason.

My favorite part of my time at SCSU was joining my sorority Alpha Sigma Alpha and being opened up to new opportunities and some of my best friends. Another favorite part of my time here was creating relationships with every side of campus that I threw myself into. Between Residence Life, Greek life, the Education department, and even the theater department for a short while, I was always welcomed with open arms and met so many great people while forming some of my most important relationships. SCSU really gave me opportunities I didn’t know I was capable of.

I am going to miss being able to live on my own time and seeing my friends whenever I want, but I am so excited to finally get my own place and start my time in the classroom! The transition from college student life to “real life” is going to be absolutely insane, but it’s a challenge I feel that I’ll be ready for.

You have faced so many challenges already leading up to college, but I promise it is only up from here. You all are going to help change the world and Southern will be with you every step of the way!

Thursdays

I’m going to miss the memories created here. I’m looking forward to the future

Enjoy it

Winning NE-10s

Going to miss my team the most. Looking forward to get working!

Time flies by

My favorite part of my time at SCSU would be hanging out with friends in the Student Center, and completing all of my work on time. Also, I enjoyed my Music Technology, Intro To Piano, and Food Culture classes the most here.

The SEOP program, because that's where I first started out before actually attending Southern.

Please make friends! You don't know who might want to be friends with you until you actually meet them in person. Also, make sure that you participate in the SEOP program. That's what helped me get my start at SCSU. Good luck in college!

I loved how friendly and helpful my teachers were, it was one of the best experiences I had at school to feel like a teacher was listening.

I really enjoyed the events they would have outside by the library to bring students together.

Don't be afraid to ask for help! It's important to find a good balance between school work and social life, there are resources here to help with this! Don't be afraid to ask for help!

Being apart of the Peer Mentor program.

I am going to miss the welcoming environment that southern brings to campus. I am looking forward to follow my career in the educational field teaching in a bilingual elementary classroom and going for my masters.

Its okay to be overwhelmed, stressed and feel like giving up. We’re all not perfect. The only thing that matters in the end are the actions that you take, chase your dreams and never give up no matter how impossible it may seem. Know you can do it.

I'll miss being a student on campus the most, cherish it because you won't get that time back.

Grow a bond with teachers and students on campus, you'll never know what life long connection you'll maken

Collaborating with my fellow classmates.

Social networking and can't wait to achieve my goals.

Do not over complicate things. Just take it day by day and you will eventually graduate.

THE PEOPLE! I CAN NEVER GET ENOUGH SOUTHERNS DIVERSITY!!

Sitting in Geography with Dr. Axon speaking about his found love for changing global warming.

I am looking forward to my future as a inspiring and insightful educator. I am going to miss my mid-afternoon coffee runs to Dunkin’ in the student center.

Do not be afraid to ask your professors for help. They are there to guide you!