Beginning a new semester is like starting an adventure. It’s a time when many students eagerly anticipate the interesting topics they will explore in their courses and look forward to other exciting experiences the semester may bring.
We recently asked some students on LinkedIn to share what they are most excited about this semester. Here are some of their replies.
“I’m most excited to dive deeper into my favorite subject, control theory, by taking EE 480: Linear Systems!” — Angela B.
“I look forward to welcoming my first child into the world toward the end of this semester. At the same time, I will be learning about emerging topics in supply chains. This will happen just in time for my baby girl to come to graduation in May when I earn my master’s degree. I couldn’t be more excited!” — Samantha H.
“Trying to mentally prepare myself; it’s been a stressful year, but I’m ready to dive back into things.” — Christina A.
“I am most excited to graduate in December 2024 with my bachelor’s degree in business accounting but too early to celebrate.” — Mateusz E.
“Starting my master’s degree; it’s been about 4 years since my undergraduate degree, so I’m excited to start learning again!” — Madison C.
“Starting my senior year and the wonderful courses that await me. I never thought I would get here, but I am so elated to be doing it with Penn State World Campus!” — Keena Mae R.
“I’m most excited to work [with] my newly acquired adviser in my D.Ed. program.” — Amanda F.
“Helping different organizations achieve amazing things, showing who We Are to the world!” — Ryan B.
“I just graduated from World Campus and already miss it.” — Shannon B.
“Excitement can significantly impact student engagement by boosting morale, enhancing creativity, and fostering a positive mindset.” — Robert P.
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- Students Look Back on Their First-Semester Fears and Share Tips for Managing Anxiety — current students share reflections on their first semesters and advice for handling anxiety
- Student Organizations — fall is a great time to get involved with a student organization or activity, so we encourage students to explore the wide variety of World Campus student organizations
