Take a Moment With Tawah
Coming to the U.S. to study was like a dream come true for me. I got on campus with the help of my energetic mentors who I referred to as my “mommies.” I moved in and got settled on campus, happy to be a part of the orange and blue family and also to be called a Gettysburgian, but soon things changed when my mentors left. I felt lonely but also independent as always. I also thought of my mom and siblings who are miles away from me. Though I don’t see them everyday, the weekly communications are cherishable. The more we talk, the stronger I get.
My curiosity to start classes was unimaginable. I could not wait to see what lay ahead. Meeting new people from around the globe was exciting, the food and literally everything were new and interesting too. Every morning I wake up with a glowing smile and feeling like I am getting where I want to be. It has been a long and challenging semester, especially with lots of new school activities. Accessing my student portal and Moodle seemed new and confusing. My assignments and quizzes were tough too. Thankfully my mentors always had my back by making sure everything is okay.
My school is the real deal in terms of support and making sure their students are staying good and feeling loved. This makes me feel that choosing Gettysburg was never a coincidence. The love and support from my school is something that cannot be overemphasized. My school has always been supportive of me. There are a lot of resources available on campus including the library, Peer Learning Associate (PLA), Center for Student Engagement and many more. Two of my best resources are the Writing Center and office hours with my professors.
College life is not only about scoring grades, it is also about networking, going to parties and joining clubs that are helpful to your growth. I love to travel, play and go to games during my free time. I am committed to growing daily so I am not intimidated by coming out of my comfort zone. Although it is challenging, it is worth it. My college life wouldn’t have been amazing without my mentors and SHE-CAN; these people, I call them my real deal. I also can’t forget my SHE-CAN sisters.
