It's about 2:00pm in the afternoon at Frostburg State University, and everyone seems to be stunned when asked the question, "What's your morning ritual?", when it has only been a couple of hours for some since they rolled out of bed.
Zach Burkhardt, a freshman from Baltimore, had a fairly simple response. "I don't really have one. I wake up, shut the alarm off, and walk as fast as possible to get to class." Perhaps this secondary education major will pick up the pace when he gets further into his studies, but as for now, he seems pretty content with his morning routine. "Oh, and I always bring a drink to class. I'll never forget that," he laughed.
Micayla Bowman is a senior from Skysville, Maryland who is double majoring in Biology and Chemistry. Her morning routine consists of the usual: hitting the snooze button, waking up at the last possible second, going to the bathroom, washing the face, and brushing the teeth. "I like to get out of the room at the last possible second. It takes about 7 minutes to get to class every morning, so I've got it down, " claims Micayla as she slams her hand on the table. However Micayla always finds the time to check her phone every morning. "Every night I put my phone on vibrate. I get really annoyed when a text or call comes in around 7 in the morning, but I refuse to put it on silent," she laughs.
Aubrey Horton, a junior from Frederick, Maryland, is an Early Childhood/Elementary Education major. Aside from waking up and turning off the alarm clock, Aubrey always finds the time to do something very special. "I call my mommy every morning to tell her that I love her and that I hope she has a great day," she smiles. After talking to her mother, she turns on the computer, runs to the bathroom, and by the time she gets back Facebook is up and running on the screen. " I always check my Facebook in the morning. It's my homepage so it just pops right up," claims Aubrey. Finally after all this running around in the morning, Aubrey gets dressed and eats breakfast before class. "I always eat breakfast or else I will be chewing my arm off in class," laughs Aubrey.
After hearing these responses you may feel comforted that you aren't the only who can't start the day without checking facebook first. Maybe you feel inspired to call that special someone and wish them a good start to the day. Or maybe you are content with just rolling out of bed and rushing to class. The thing is, we all have different ways of starting our days and have certain rituals that we can't do without. The question is, do you do anything out of the ordinary for your morning ritual?
Thursday, March 3, 2011
What place in the world would you most like to visit and why?
Three Frostburg State University fine art students were asked, what place in the world would you most like to visit and why. Even though they all are similiar in having the same major, they all had very different answers. Chelsea Smith, a junior at FSU is originally from Mt.Airy, MD. When asked the question, she answered, "Hawaii, because I like the beach." Chelsea has never been off the continent and would like to visit Hawaii because it's beautiful and warm. Naomi Swan, a sophomore at FSU is originally from Baltimore, MD and has done a lot of travelling. When asked where she would most like to visit and why, she answered, "China, because i've never been there before and find it really interesting." Last but not least, senior Justin Hornick specifically a visual arts major from Cumberland, MD, was asked the same question and answered Alaska. When asked why he'd like to visit Alaska, he said, "Its beautiful, and has interesting wildlife, oh and I also want to see the Northern Lights."
The meaning of success
Being successful is one of the greatest accomplishments a person can have. Everybody has their own definition of what success is. To me, success means to achieve all of your goals in life. At Frostburg State University in the Lane Center, I asked a few students what does success mean to them. "Success is the state of mind that an individual has after they have reached a certain standard or expectation that they have set for themselves," said Travis Blair of Upper Marlboro, Maryland. He is a Senior here at Frostburg majoring in Health and Physical Education. Tiana Fernandez of Baltimore, Maryland said her definition of success is, " Being happy in life and reaching my goals." Tiana is a freshman majoring in Liberal Studies. The final student that I interviewed was Kourtney Goffe of Baltimore, Maryland. She is a freshman studying Political Science. She stated that "Success to me means to be able to provide for myself and for my family."
The little things in life that drive people crazy
Everybody has something that just gets on their nerves. When somebody cracks their knuckles and you just feel angry or annoyed. When somebody makes that annoying popping sound with their gum and you feel like you are going to go on a murder spree. These are referred to as pet peeves. Pet peeves are things that people do that for some irrational reason just drive you crazy.
Sheryse Anscombe is a junior and business major at Frostburg State University whose hometown is Bronx, NY. Her biggest pet peeve is people who get out of the shower and wet up the floor. "There's a mat right there, use it!", she exclaims as she explains her frustration. Another one of her pet peeves is students who do not come to class on time. There are probably a lot of teachers at Frostburg who share that pet peeve. Greg Hill is a business major and senior at Frostburg from Largo, MD. When asked about his pet peeves he yells "slow a** drivers". He goes on to say "that's the most annoying s*** in the world [and] it makes me mad." Everybody has a pet peeve even if they aren't aware of it. When Chris Inskeep, a marketing major and junior from Baltimore, was asked about his pet peeves he had to really think about what annoys him. After much thought he decided, people that don't wash their hands after using the bathroom. He goes on to say "that s*** makes me mad." That's a pet peeve, many people should share.
Pet peeves are just the little things people do that seem to affect you more than the average person. Thinking about your own pet peeves can be a fun and interesting way to learn more about yourself. So, what are your pet peeves?
Sheryse Anscombe is a junior and business major at Frostburg State University whose hometown is Bronx, NY. Her biggest pet peeve is people who get out of the shower and wet up the floor. "There's a mat right there, use it!", she exclaims as she explains her frustration. Another one of her pet peeves is students who do not come to class on time. There are probably a lot of teachers at Frostburg who share that pet peeve. Greg Hill is a business major and senior at Frostburg from Largo, MD. When asked about his pet peeves he yells "slow a** drivers". He goes on to say "that's the most annoying s*** in the world [and] it makes me mad." Everybody has a pet peeve even if they aren't aware of it. When Chris Inskeep, a marketing major and junior from Baltimore, was asked about his pet peeves he had to really think about what annoys him. After much thought he decided, people that don't wash their hands after using the bathroom. He goes on to say "that s*** makes me mad." That's a pet peeve, many people should share.
Pet peeves are just the little things people do that seem to affect you more than the average person. Thinking about your own pet peeves can be a fun and interesting way to learn more about yourself. So, what are your pet peeves?
Who is your celebrity crush?
Who is your biggest celebrity crush and why?
Tina Dessasi, a Junior here at Frostburg State University, is majoring in Business and minoring in public relations. Tina is from Gaithersburg, Maryland in Montgomery County. When asked who her celebrity crush was, Tina replied by saying "Jake Gyllenhaal" when I asked her why she stated " Because, he is the definition of sex".
Monica Stubbings, who is also a Junior here at Frostburg State, is from Poolesville, Maryland. Monica is majoring in communication studies. When asked who her celebrity crush was Monica replied by saying "Mark Wahlberg". Then, when I asked Monica why Mark was her celebrity crush she stated "Because he is beautiful, and has an awesome personality".
Kanesha Davis, from Baltimore, Maryland is a senior here at Frostburg State. Kanesha is majoring in Early-childhood/Elementary Education. When I asked Kanesha who her celebrity crush was she responded by saying "Ludacris" when asked why, she stated " Because he is so smooth, and handsome".
Tina Dessasi, a Junior here at Frostburg State University, is majoring in Business and minoring in public relations. Tina is from Gaithersburg, Maryland in Montgomery County. When asked who her celebrity crush was, Tina replied by saying "Jake Gyllenhaal" when I asked her why she stated " Because, he is the definition of sex".
Monica Stubbings, who is also a Junior here at Frostburg State, is from Poolesville, Maryland. Monica is majoring in communication studies. When asked who her celebrity crush was Monica replied by saying "Mark Wahlberg". Then, when I asked Monica why Mark was her celebrity crush she stated "Because he is beautiful, and has an awesome personality".
Kanesha Davis, from Baltimore, Maryland is a senior here at Frostburg State. Kanesha is majoring in Early-childhood/Elementary Education. When I asked Kanesha who her celebrity crush was she responded by saying "Ludacris" when asked why, she stated " Because he is so smooth, and handsome".
What do the students of today regard as being their most prized posession?
On Thursday March 3rd 2011 I visited the Frostburg State University campus in hopes of speaking with some of the students during the busy lunch time. I chose The Lane Center as my target destination to find out just what exactly it is that students today determine as their 'most prized possession' and why.
The first candidate that I spoke to was Junior International studies Major Kaitlynn Sumptor. A native of Rohrersville Maryland, Kaitlynn made no hesitation in stating that it is in fact her dog who she values as being her most prized possession. Her dog is a big part of her life and when asked why? she stated that "I just love her to bits, she means the world to me".
Next up in the hectic lane center was Business Major Brad Zimmerman, an RA at Cambridge Hall here on campus, an impressive title for this Junior year student. Although Brad reckoned that the question was in fact "A tricky one" he came to the decision that it is his girlfriend Kate that he values as being his most prized possession. "She keeps my head on straight" is one of the main reasons why Brad feels Kate is the most valued possession he has in his life.
Rachel Skipper a sophomore student from Oakland Maryland was only too happy to share with me the story behind her most prized possession. Rachel's mother who has sadly passed away is much loved and missed the psychology student. It is for that reason that Rachel put together what she calls her 'Mom-Box'. This box is full of memories of Rachel's childhood with her mother. It contains pictures of her with her mom and brother along with other sentimental items such as letters her mother sent to her while she was at camp and other bits of memorabilia. Rachel stated that the box meant a lot to her and said it "holds a strong place in my heart".
In these modern, technological times I had expected to find that students valued accesories such as the latest I-phones, cars or their laptops. Instead I discovered that all sentiment and appreciation of what really matters in life has not in fact been lost. The students of today are not just driven by the latest advancements in technology as many stereoptypes might lead us to assume but they do in fact hold on to and cherish the things their lives that have true meaning to them. The students at Frostburg State University helped me to realise this today.
The first candidate that I spoke to was Junior International studies Major Kaitlynn Sumptor. A native of Rohrersville Maryland, Kaitlynn made no hesitation in stating that it is in fact her dog who she values as being her most prized possession. Her dog is a big part of her life and when asked why? she stated that "I just love her to bits, she means the world to me".
Next up in the hectic lane center was Business Major Brad Zimmerman, an RA at Cambridge Hall here on campus, an impressive title for this Junior year student. Although Brad reckoned that the question was in fact "A tricky one" he came to the decision that it is his girlfriend Kate that he values as being his most prized possession. "She keeps my head on straight" is one of the main reasons why Brad feels Kate is the most valued possession he has in his life.
Rachel Skipper a sophomore student from Oakland Maryland was only too happy to share with me the story behind her most prized possession. Rachel's mother who has sadly passed away is much loved and missed the psychology student. It is for that reason that Rachel put together what she calls her 'Mom-Box'. This box is full of memories of Rachel's childhood with her mother. It contains pictures of her with her mom and brother along with other sentimental items such as letters her mother sent to her while she was at camp and other bits of memorabilia. Rachel stated that the box meant a lot to her and said it "holds a strong place in my heart".
In these modern, technological times I had expected to find that students valued accesories such as the latest I-phones, cars or their laptops. Instead I discovered that all sentiment and appreciation of what really matters in life has not in fact been lost. The students of today are not just driven by the latest advancements in technology as many stereoptypes might lead us to assume but they do in fact hold on to and cherish the things their lives that have true meaning to them. The students at Frostburg State University helped me to realise this today.
Graduation, What Now?
My question was "what do you want to do after you graduate?"
My first interviewee was Corey Jones. He is a sophomore here at FSU. His major is Information Technology, and he is from Clinton, MD. I began by asking him about his general information. I then began delving into the subject of the interview. I began by asking him what his plans were when hes finished with school, and he replied, "I dont want a career". I thought this was odd considering hes paying all of this oney for college and doesnt want to work full time. He added that he decided on his major while still in high school, and that he always had an interest in information technology. His decision was further confirmed when his parents gave him their blessing.
My second interviewee was Lay Chou. Lay is in his third year here at Frostburg, and is from Waldorf, MD. He is majoring in Computer Science. When i met Lay, he struck me as being a very quiet person. After I obtained some general information from him, I began asking the serious questions. I started uot by asking him what his plans were after graduation, and he said, "Get an office job". I asked him if his parents were in the same field and he stated that they were not. He always wanted to work with computer, because its what he currently spends most of his time playing with. I asked him when he knew for sure that he wanted to work with computers, and he stated "Since I was 10". Obviously he knows what he wants.
My final interview was with Bryan Jones. He is in his first year here in Frostburg, and is a Mass Communications major. He is from Bowie, MD. Bryan was with Lay Chou when I encountered him. I gathered all of his general information, and then proceeded into the heart of the interview. I asked him why he did not choose to attend Bowie State University since he is from there. He replied, "why the fuck would i want to go to Bowie State?". I found this funny, and Bryan confirmed my first instinct that he had a great sense of humor. At first, Bryan did not know what he wanted to major in. He confided in me that both of his parents had attended college, and that was his main motivation in coming to college. As for what he plans on doing when he finishes school, he said he has "absolutely no idea what he wants to do". Needless to say Bryan is a funny guy.
My first interviewee was Corey Jones. He is a sophomore here at FSU. His major is Information Technology, and he is from Clinton, MD. I began by asking him about his general information. I then began delving into the subject of the interview. I began by asking him what his plans were when hes finished with school, and he replied, "I dont want a career". I thought this was odd considering hes paying all of this oney for college and doesnt want to work full time. He added that he decided on his major while still in high school, and that he always had an interest in information technology. His decision was further confirmed when his parents gave him their blessing.
My second interviewee was Lay Chou. Lay is in his third year here at Frostburg, and is from Waldorf, MD. He is majoring in Computer Science. When i met Lay, he struck me as being a very quiet person. After I obtained some general information from him, I began asking the serious questions. I started uot by asking him what his plans were after graduation, and he said, "Get an office job". I asked him if his parents were in the same field and he stated that they were not. He always wanted to work with computer, because its what he currently spends most of his time playing with. I asked him when he knew for sure that he wanted to work with computers, and he stated "Since I was 10". Obviously he knows what he wants.
My final interview was with Bryan Jones. He is in his first year here in Frostburg, and is a Mass Communications major. He is from Bowie, MD. Bryan was with Lay Chou when I encountered him. I gathered all of his general information, and then proceeded into the heart of the interview. I asked him why he did not choose to attend Bowie State University since he is from there. He replied, "why the fuck would i want to go to Bowie State?". I found this funny, and Bryan confirmed my first instinct that he had a great sense of humor. At first, Bryan did not know what he wanted to major in. He confided in me that both of his parents had attended college, and that was his main motivation in coming to college. As for what he plans on doing when he finishes school, he said he has "absolutely no idea what he wants to do". Needless to say Bryan is a funny guy.
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