COLLEGE UPDATE VOL 2 || PICTURES + OTHER ETCS

Yay! It's time for another college update!!! Did you like the one I posted last semester? I enjoyed putting it together and basing it off of my IG account.

Last semester was a major learning experience for me! Being fresh out of homeschooling, college was an adjustment. Learning to juggle classes, making friends and getting ALL of my homework done was something I had to learn, and because of God's help, I think I was able to make it work.

This past semester, things were feeling a lot more familiar and easy to navigate. I know where all of my classes were (but don't ask me for room numbers because that, I don't know), who to ask for help (Julia is the best. hand. down.) and that I have to save EVERYTHING on my USB (because some teachers lose your work and don't remember that you handed it in... But all is grace!)

1. let's do this. first day of my FNA class. 

2. late nights + early mornings. hashtag i want to go to sleep.

3. when FNA takes you outside the classroom. #collegegoals

4. city girl. all. the. way. plus, the library has some really pretty views. 

5. #tbtuesday to this morning when i wasn't tired, achey and just "so over it." thankfully, chai lattes exist and God is so good!

6. Sh'ma Yisra'eil Adonai Eloheinu Adonai echad.

Hear, Israel, the Lord is our God, the Lord is One.

when New Testament Lit. takes you out of the classroom and into a synagogue. 

7. ah! what am i doing? you know, spending my spring break studying for psychology. oh, and I contemplated keeping the picture in color but thought it better to spare you of ALL the pink things. #thinkpink #givemeallthepinkthings #kiannalovespink

cheezin for days with this girl.😘 late night chats about pretty much everything under the sun + laughing our way through it all. tonight's convo conclusions: cuban food is always a good idea, throwback songs need to be sung again and it's NOT our fault that PSY is so hard! 

so... we took a bus + two trains and walked almost 10 blocks in an attempt to save time on our usual route... it took 2 hours but we loved it because we saw tulips. worth it? i think so. 🌷

messy PSY notes. it is what it is. 

i'm OFFICIALLY done with my first year of college! God is so good! plus, these guys made PSY so much better! these smiles are real... we passed and that's all that matters! 

xoxo, 

Kianna Rose

COLLEGE UPDATE VOL 1 || ACCORDING TO INSTAGRAM

Hello! Hello! I know what you're thinking: "You're not keeping up with your blog!" And to be completely honest, I agree! Going to school and having lots of homework (huge shock to a former homeschooler!) takes up the better potion of my day. I head out pretty early every morning and get home past dinner time, only to scarf down my dinner and start on homework. It's a never ending cycle, but it's one that I'm getting used to and learning to control!

*UPDATES*My first and second mid-terms were a success, glory to God! Let's hope I keep those grades up! Oh, and I have my first final and last day of one class on Tuesday! #GoodbyeInfoToLit! I've made some friends, gotten the hang of going from class to class and now know that for math homework, you HAVE to show your work... I learned that lesson the hard way...

To catch you all up to speed on what's going on, here's a few snaps from my Instagram account:

1// first day. first semester. let's do this.

2// chai tea in fancy glass mugs: because 3 page papers are no joke.  

3// today i got my college i.d.!!! it's feels *so* official now... as if the three page paper and a ton of world civ homework wasn't enough to give me that feeling. 

4// it's already scarf season! 

5// the Bailey Library is #LibraryGoals  today's class at the Rockland campus was amazing! meeting other students with an incredible love for God, learning of our school's heritage, and a soccer game (home team won!) made the 8 hours such a pleasure! 

6// goodbye Nyack College's Rockland campus. see you later.

7// getting stuff done || and if you read "a good man is hard to find", i'd love to hear your thoughts on it! 

8// when college math 101 goes beyond p.e.m.d.a.s. and prime factorization. and yes, i think in pink 

xoxo,

Kianna Rose

p.s. I know this post is pretty short, but it had to be! I'm supposed to be working on homework for my Nyack Heritage class  right now so... you know... 

IN WHICH I SQUEAL ABOUT STARTING COLLEGE + THE DETAILS + Q&A

What? I can hardly believe that I'll be starting college tomorrow! A little less than a year ago, I had just begun the college application process and tomorrow, I have my first two classes! It's been journey, for sure (would you like to hear the WHOLE story? Let me know and I'll do a post on it!); a journey where I've learned a lot about my self and grown in my relationship with Jesus. I've heard a plethora of stories, some good and some bad, about the victories and struggles of a first semester, freshman. Everything from making new friends to the dreaded Freshman 15 has been told to me, but I'm not worried at all! In fact, I'm excited for all that is to come, even if it's difficult at first. 

Want to know all abut my college plans? Read below for the 411:

What is your major? Minor? Why?

My major is Childhood Education, with a concentration in TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages). As of my right now, I am doing a double minor in Communications and Bible. This particular degree plan may change come spring semester as I am interested in adding Communications on as a double major to Childhood Education. 

Ever since I was a little girl, being a teacher was always my "dream job." Sure, I'd teeter between being a fashion designer or a wedding planner, but teaching was always the most prominent passion. I hope to teach children in urban, immigrant communities and ultimately, in third world countries like China, India and countries in Africa. My passion lies in helping children develop academically and foster a love for learning in them as well as sharing the love of Christ!

As far as my minors, at my school, it is mandatory for all students to take on a Bible minor. I've decided to add on Communications (which I hope to later convert into a double major) as a way to grow in my second passion, writing!

How many classes are you taking? What class are you most excited for?

This semester, I'm taking 7 classes and honestly, I'm excited for them all... Well, maybe all of the classes, except for math. At around 8th of 9th grade, math became my least favorite subject, the one I'd tip toe around and avoid whenever possible. 

Introduction to Spiritual Formation and Foundations of Education are the two classes that I'm looking forward to the most! At an open house at my college, I had the opportunity to meet my professors for these two classes. Their heart for God and for training the next generation of leaders was obvious and contagious! And, they (my professors) are husband and wife! #TeamVelez! Woot! Woot!

How long is your commute?

Thankfully, on a good day, my commute, by subway will be about an hour! I know, you're probably thinking that an hour will be an absurd amount of time spent riding the rails, but to a New Yorker (especially to one who has spent more than two hours on a train) it really isn't all that bad! I'll have plenty of time to study, read and people watch. JUST KIDDING! You never, ever, under any circumstance should engage in people-watching in New York city, on the Subway!

Lunch? Taking or buying?

I intend on taking lunch with me, for two reasons. One: I'm a college kid now. Translation: I shouldn't spend money on Chipotle and Starbucks when I have $200 textbooks to purchase! Now, that's not to say that I'll never buy lunch! I actually plan on buying something for my first day. It's a momentous occasion, so the purchase is justified in my mind. The second reason is that I am a health conscious eater. I'd take a salad over a burger any day (when I take into consideration how I'll feel afterwards).

I hope you enjoyed that short Q&A! I came up with these questions myself, based on what I thought may be the most frequently asked but, if you have any other questions regarding my college journey, feel free to ask! I'd love to hear... er... read them :)

Are you starting college this semester? Are you a freshman or senior? Or if you aren't planning on attending college at all, what have you been up to lately?

xoxo, 

Kianna Rose

A HOMESCHOOLER'S GUIDE TO COLLEGE: BASIC WARDROBE ESENTIALS

If you didn't already know, I will be attending college this fall! Despite being homeschooled from grades 7 to 12 and wearing pjs ALL DAY (or for most of the day, anyway...), I still have a pretty good idea of what I'll need for my first day, thanks to my time spent in public school.

When it comes to clothes shopping, I've taken on a more realistic mindset:

1. Quality over quantity. For my college wardrobe, I prefer well-made, durable, pieces over a poorly made piece in three different colors, that will only only last a season. Now, don't get me wrong, I sometimes buy shirts, skirts, dresses and shoes just for the looks of them, but I won't pay much if I know they won't last too long.

2. Basics should be neutral. This school year, I've purchased a lot of neutral colored pieces. I seem to have added a lot of blue, brown, black and white colored things into my shopping bags almost unconsciously. I gravitate to these colors now because I know that I'll be able to wear them with more than one outfit and customize the look with brighter, colored accessories later. Again, this is not to say that I won't buy a brightly colored spring jacket. Of course I would! I LOVE BRGHT COLORS! I just mean to say, that for the most part, I plan to keep the bulk of my basic items (jackets, sweaters, tees, etc.) neutral toned so as to allow me to add other pieces to fancy them up.

As far as wardrobe essentials go, I think every closet, no matter if you're going back to school or just off to work, needs:

1. basics tees // 2. trench coat // 3. comfy slip-ons // 4. midi dresses // 5. scarves one, two and three // 6. structured bag one and two

In addition to the dress, I think a pencil skirt and a flared, midi skirt are a must!

What are some wardrobe basics for your closet? Ooh! Do you think I should do a skirt version of this post, detailing what style and cut of skirts I think are essential?!

 xoxo, 

Kianna Rose