Small Town Girl: Graduating will take me new places

Brittany Patterson is the Spartan Daily managing editor. This is a special appearance of her column, "Small Town Girl."

My life has been a series of layers — I’m like a colossal seven-layer dip. My childhood, growing up with a core rooted in the country, has served as my foundation. My time here at SJSU has been yet another layer, but this one much more intricate.

Life without another graduation in sight

Megan Mills is a Spartan Daily staff writer.

My graduation gown is ironed, and my cap is ready to be worn. On May 23rd, I graduate from college. Having to go to class, writing countless papers and completing homework assignments will all be concepts replaced by suits, meetings and managers. As scary as this thought seems, excitement tends to overshadow the nerves plaguing my brain right about now.

Education: Tomorrow, today

Francisco Rendon is a Spartan Daily senior staff writer.

After all, who wouldn’t miss the 12 hour sessions trying to scrape together projects, falling asleep during PowerPoint presentations and perpetual fee increases.

I’m getting a little verklempt. Still, being at what I pray will be the end of my bachelor’s of science degree (that’s right, journalism is science!) this seems like a great opportunity to reflect on the system we navigate to get to this point.

Caffeine Overconsumption

Julie Myhre is a Spartan Daily staff writer.

After many years of over consuming caffeine, read how I learned to control my love for coffee and maintain my energy.