Around this time last year I was finalizing my decision to attend Westminster College in Salt Lake City. This was a big decision, especially since I always just assumed USU was my first and only choice. However, when I came across Westminster I really was intrigued to try something new! It meant the world to me when my dad agreed to send me here. Although I am transferring to USU in Fall, this first year of college was the best experience, and I definitely don't regret coming to Westminster at all.
This experience allowed me to really find who I was, and I am not afraid to admit any of the mistakes I have made here, because I have learned more about myself in this year, than I ever have. When I first got to Westminster I wanted to try new things that weren't "normal" behavior for me. I attend my first "parties," which now actually really scare me! I saw life from a college partier perspective, and the lifestyle of those who don't do anything but smoke and drink. It didn't take me long to realize that is definitely not who I am, nor do I want to even have that mentality. I guess it's true what they sway about no matter how much you try to stray from your normal friends, you always find your way back. Maybe it is just because it takes me a little extra studying or work than most people, but I don't see how some of these college kids can pass their classes with all of that partying! Anyways, I am grateful to have gotten the opportunity to experience what a party was like.
Attending Westminster my first year has given me something that I am more than thankful for, and that is some amazing friends. The group of girls I have grown closest to are the best group I have ever met. It is pretty strange to think how different we all are from one another, and yet we get along so well together, and always have amazing adventures and girls days out. I have never come across a group of six girls that can all get along so well together. I feel like there is always that odd one out, but not with us. I love each and every one of those girls! We have planned some amazing events, and all of my favorite memories from this school year revolve around our group of girls. I already have next year planned out for when I come down to SLC to visit them, and when they come up to Logan. It will be so special to have our "girls days" next year, and I know we will all stay in touch.(:
This is a shout out to Sadie McNamee! Sadie saw me at my lowest point this year, and out of everyone I know she has been the most faithful friend to me. I find it pretty amazing when a friend can stick by your side even when they know you messed up. Sadie never treated me any differently, and was the kindest friend to me. I know I can trust her with anything, and she never judges me, and she knows I would do the same for her. I for sure will visit her in Chicago sometime. <3
To all of my other amazing friends here, especially Anna, Nick, and Edgar thank you so much for an amazing year. Just because I didn't list you here, I hope you know how much you all mean to me. Especially that night when Jesuina and Anna wiped my tears after a bad experience with the dance team, I will never forget that kindness, as well as the lessons you ladies taught me.
Although there were more negative experiences here than positive, I am taking away all of the positive memories and experiences home with me. In a way, a lot of the negative experiences have taught me so many lessons, so they could be deemed as quite positive! I would also like to make one last thing clear. Westminster College is a fine institution. This college is the perfect place for some people and they really belong here. For me, I belong at USU. For what I want to do, it is the better option. USU just has better undergraduate training, more research opportunities, better school spirit and sports, better study abroad programs, the chance for me to double major, and more opportunities with regards to getting involved in the community, campus, and jobs all for 20,000 less a year. But like I said, for some people Westminster is the perfect school, just not for me. Although my path may be completely different than yours, I am in no rush to finish my degree as fast as possible. I will end up where I want to be, even if I take a longer path to get there. Good luck to everyone, and I am so excited to see where everyone ends up as well as what things you all will achieve!
xoxo, Cate
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