So, on Saturday there was an open house for the Grad Program at Lynn. It was kind of odd going to it, as I work in admissions as a tour guide. For the first time (well actually second, as I once was a prospective student on a campus tour) I found myself on the other side of the table, asking the questions and feeling nervous.

I arrived at about midday, and dragged poor Thomas along (my boyfriend who absolutely detests anything like this and shopping). He was immediately calmed when he saw that there was a large table boating coffee, drinks, and most importantly on his list, FOOD. Well, I suppose you can guess where he headed to first. (what is it with men, they eat and eat and never put on a pound…I glanced in the direction of the food table and instantly gained two pounds). So, I was given a name tag, but felt rather ridiculous putting it on, as I work with most of the admissions staff as it is! I have already applied to the grad program. I am going to be doing the Master of Science in Communications.

I had had no idea on what I wanted to do after I graduated (as I graduate a semester early in DEC). And after much contemplation I realized, who am I kidding? I’m not ready to leave Lynn! So, I filled out the application form, and applied for a grad assistantship. I had initially considered doing the Grad Assistantship in the Communications Department or in admissions, but after much thought, I decided I wanted to invest my time and efforts into an area which would benefit me in the long run. I remembered my friend Jena had been working in the marketing department, and her job sounded interesting and stimulating. I know that in order for me to work best, I need to work under pressure, I thrive under pressure. I just felt that the Grad. position in admissions and the position in Communications wouldn’t give me that. Not that there is anything wrong with either position, I just felt that the Marketing Grad. Assistantship would be a better fit for me. Additionally, Jena and I had worked closely in the past (as she was my producer) and I knew that if she enjoyed it, I surely would too. So, I have applied and am just waiting on my MAT Test (which is on Saturday!!!!YIKES – Wish me luck!).

So, Back to the open house… I firstly sat down with Dr. Fabj. If you haven’t met her yet, it’s a shame. She is a fantastic teacher! Once again, as I said, I thrive under pressure, and although her classes aren’t too stressful, she makes you work. It’s interesting work though, and you truly learn a lot from her classes. I truly dislike taking classes that at the end of the day I feel as though I haven’t worked for those credits. What’s the point of getting an A if you didn’t work for it and didn’t learn anything at the end of the day? Dr. Fabj is very organized, and I need organization! So she’s a great teacher and I truly encourage you take her communication theories class. So, Dr. Fabj explained the masters program to me. I will have classes twice a week (you do two classes each 8 week semester and each class in roughly from 6pm-10pm). I am very exited and can’t wait to get started!

Afterwards, I met with Chenelle and Ioulia, graduate counsellors within the admissions dept. I paid the fee for the MAT exam which I have to take for admission to the masters program. The Miller Analogies Test is on Saturday!!! I am very very very nervous and truly do not do well in test environments, specifically multiple choice as I over analyze everything!!!

Overall, the open house was a wonderful experience…I think the food table was a great idea to get the men there…and the coffee was definitely a pulling point for me!