I was feeling good this morning even though I was a little nervous because the first thing on my agenda was tabling at the RPS fair and with me still being way new, I was nervous to represent COMU. However, I was feeling like a rock star with my orange shirt and Greek Life shades right before I left for work
The fair was a great success! I literally came with only brochures and a sign up sheet to represent COMU. But as the day progressed I found that by engaging myself with the students I had a lot of people interested in our cause. It was also nice to be at a fair with RA's because they actually want information and they are excited to learn more for their students. Not to mention that this is no commuter school, where seeking interested students to get involved is like pulling teeth. It was much more easy to talk with the students.
This will be one of the rare chances I get to work directly with students so I was loving the moment. Doug was right next to me from the GLBT center so it was awesome to table with him. I was able to get a good number of sign ups, so I have some work ahead of me to organize the contact lists.
Later that afternoon we took our group pictures outside for the SLL office. Outside the Union building is just so beautiful. Every entrance to the Union is so monumental and takes your breath away.
Then I had the rest of the day to do my work with COMU and spend time in my new office. I was so excited to finally get some pictures and the location and space. It is so cool that I had to take a video. I spent the day checking e-mails and settling into the space.
Later that night I was invited over to Melissa's house (The Melissa who works for the Union Board) for dinner and socializing. I went with the SLL and UB Grad Assistants. Michael was so nice to come pick me up and take me even after I looked a mess after biking back up the hill from the Kroger on College Ave. It was so hot! I think I sweated so bad my pores are going to seek revenge on me. :-( It was so nice to chat with Michael on the car ride. He is like me and is very observant and reflexive when it comes to his experiences. He is also a total sweetheart for mentoring me and lending a helping hand. It was so fun to connect with all of GAs. We had some great laughs and talks about HESA and the offices. Indiana University is very acronym friendly. We also played a really neat game throwing bean bags into a hole to gain points. It got pretty competitive.
Now I'm back at home. I'm gonna shower before my my skin jumps out of my body. It was so nice to talk with my dad and aunt on the phone today. They have been so supportive checking up on me. I love updating them. It makes me feel that much less alone.
Tomorrow is HESA Orientation. I can't wait to see everyone, but I'm a little nervous to be oriented on all that graduate school will be about. I only hope my classes work out ok and my books are cheap. Plus it's my birthday tomorrow so I'm looking forward to seeing what the day brings.
Smiling as always,
Cameron
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