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October Rush

How is it already Oct. 23? It feels like October just began, and now I’m getting ready for Halloween. I love that time seems to be moving quickly, but with that comes the reality of senior year stress.

Right now, I’m deep in the middle of several big projects across all of my classes. Between Capstone, semester-long assignments and client work, every week feels packed. There’s always something due or something that needs my attention, and sometimes it feels overwhelming trying to keep it all straight. Still, I remind myself that this busy season won’t last forever.

In just a few more weeks, many of these projects will start wrapping up. I keep telling myself that if I can just push through this stretch, things will start to feel lighter. It helps to remember that once Thanksgiving break hits, the hardest part of the semester will be behind me. By then, I’ll hopefully be on autopilot, coasting into the end of the semester with a little less stress and a lot more relief.

What’s keeping me motivated right now is knowing that my toughest classes are all this semester. I planned my schedule so that spring will be a little easier, which gives me something to look forward to. After months of balancing heavy workloads and tight deadlines, I’m excited at the thought of a semester that lets me slow down a bit and enjoy the last few months of college life.

Scheduling classes this time around has been much simpler too. Because it’s my senior year, I don’t have to worry about juggling a lot of options or trying to fit in requirements. I already know what classes I need to take to finish strong, and that makes the whole process less stressful.

It’s strange to think that in just a few short months, this chapter of my life will be coming to an end. For now, though, I’m trying to stay focused, get through my projects and appreciate everything about this busy season — even the stressful parts. Because once it’s over, I know I’ll miss the energy and excitement that comes with it.

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  1. Gage PowerOctober 23, 2025 at 10:30 AM

    This semester has definitely gone fast and has had its fair share of stress, but I am also trying to live in the moment and enjoy it before it's all over

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  2. Althea PleasantsOctober 23, 2025 at 11:19 AM

    I am also shocked I feel like this semester has been flying by! I also have been stressed and overwhelmed, so I can definitely relate!

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