That Most Wonderful Time of the Year

It’s that time of year again. Around here, we are all starting to get excited for the annual spring fashion show! But behind the scenes there is a lot of work that has to be done before we can sit back and watch our models walk the runway. As a junior, I am responsible for doing all of my work for the show outside of class time, which can be quite daunting while I’m also trying to keep pace with my six classes.

Fortunately, when you love the work you’re doing the time just seems to fly by. I recently took some photographs of my models wearing their brand new jeans (hot off the sewing machine!) for my portfolio. This is your exclusive sneak peak. The jeans will both be paired with an undershirt and jacket, but no one will get to see those until the fashion show on April 10th !

Alysha!

Where Have the Days Gone?

Hello friends!

My oh my, where has the time gone? It is already February 3, 2010…which means I have exactly 57 days of class left! Wow! That definitely puts things into perspective. Last semester was over in the blink of an eye, and I know that the next 57 days (plus weekends) are going to as well. Senior year has been going very well; it has been a lot of fun for me and I am simply enjoying the time that I have left here at Purdue. One exciting thing that I have been doing lately is applying to grad schools.

I started the year with aspirations of applying to around five different grad programs, but that number quickly dwindled down to three. Once I got into the swing of the semester and started doing some more research, I really narrowed my focus as to what I wanted from a grad school, which helped in deciding where I would like to go. My first application submitted was to Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN. Vanderbilt is my “reach school,” and honestly, I’m not planning on going there. I recently submitted my application to Butler University here in Indiana, and will be submitting my final application to IUPUI sometime within the next week. IUPUI is my top choice right now. There were many factors about IUPUI that put it at the top of my list. First, I liked that I can start classes in the summer. Many school counseling programs are pretty strict as far as what classes I would take when, but I feel like IUPUI has a little more flexibility for me to choose my schedule. I also like that I would have a variety of schools to choose from when doing my practicum and internship experiences. Indianapolis and its surrounding areas are very diverse, which only increases my opportunity to get a wide variety of experience. Finally, Indianapolis is a great city, and I am excited about the prospect of living fairly close to downtown. It will be a totally new experience for me, but I am up for the challenge!

So, now I wait…and wait…and wait some more. The grad school application process can be slightly intimidating, but as long as you stay organized and keep your things in order it is definitely doable. The last four years here at Purdue have given me many wonderful experiences, and prepared me for the next chapter in my life. Grad school, here I come!!

TaTa for now!

Leslie

Where Have the Days Gone?

Hello friends!

My oh my, where has the time gone? It is already February 3, 2010…which means I have exactly 57 days of class left! Wow! That definitely puts things into perspective. Last semester was over in the blink of an eye, and I know that the next 57 days (plus weekends) are going to as well. Senior year has been going very well; it has been a lot of fun for me and I am simply enjoying the time that I have left here at Purdue. One exciting thing that I have been doing lately is applying to grad schools.

I started the year with aspirations of applying to around five different grad programs, but that number quickly dwindled down to three. Once I got into the swing of the semester and started doing some more research, I really narrowed my focus as to what I wanted from a grad school, which helped in deciding where I would like to go. My first application submitted was to Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN. Vanderbilt is my “reach school,” and honestly, I’m not planning on going there. I recently submitted my application to Butler University here in Indiana, and will be submitting my final application to IUPUI sometime within the next week. IUPUI is my top choice right now. There were many factors about IUPUI that put it at the top of my list. First, I liked that I can start classes in the summer. Many school counseling programs are pretty strict as far as what classes I would take when, but I feel like IUPUI has a little more flexibility for me to choose my schedule. I also like that I would have a variety of schools to choose from when doing my practicum and internship experiences. Indianapolis and its surrounding areas are very diverse, which only increases my opportunity to get a wide variety of experience. Finally, Indianapolis is a great city, and I am excited about the prospect of living fairly close to downtown. It will be a totally new experience for me, but I am up for the challenge!

So, now I wait…and wait…and wait some more. The grad school application process can be slightly intimidating, but as long as you stay organized and keep your things in order it is definitely doable. The last four years here at Purdue have given me many wonderful experiences, and prepared me for the next chapter in my life. Grad school, here I come!!

TaTa for now!

Leslie

A New Beginning

Oh, how quickly time has flown by and things have changed; I am now a proud Purdue CFS Alum!  My experiences at Purdue have forever changed my life, and I’m so thankful to have endured this amazing opportunity.  Regardless of the tough economic climate, my Boilermaker pride is taking me places.  The job application process has been an eye-opening experience.  I found it most helpful to increase my exposure as much as possible by utilizing our Center for Career Opportunities (CCO), Monster, and LinkedIn.  Our CCO is an amazing tool for students, and constant monitoring of the job postings can help create a competitive advantage.  During my employment search, I conducted thorough research on my companies of interest to ensure that my goals and values alligned up with theirs and it was tremendously helpful during the interview process and with my morale.  Initially, responses from employers during the fall were slower and fewer than I anticipated. Heading into the new year, my persistence and company responses have greatly increased.  At this point, I’m thankful to have choices.  I will miss all the stellar people at Purdue and the comfort of my home-away-from-home.  I look forward to embracing this new chapter of my life and being able to give back to future Boilermakers.

Tammy

Savoring the Memories

Late-night Insomnia Cookie runs, football games, fountain runs, seeing familiar faces all around campus, walking from class to class with a group of friends from my major, studying into the wee hours of the morning, Breakfast Club...oh the fond memories of Purdue!

It's interesting sharing these memories with my new friends in the dietetic internship and finding that some of these things are very unique to Purdue. That just makes my memories all the sweeter!

The thing I probably miss the most is the friendships I developed with fellow students and CFS faculty and staff. They truly are phenomenal people and I still keep in touch with some of them! I've also been able to meet other Boilermakers in New York (and even during a grad school college visit) who share some of these same memories! It sure is wonderful sharing that BOILERMAKER pride with others!!!

Amy Conklin
Dietetic Intern, Cornell University
CFS Ambassador Alum
Purdue University Class of 2009

Currently a Cornellian, Always a Boilermaker

After graduating from the Dietetics/Nutrition, Fitness, and Health dual-degree program at Purdue, I went on to pursue a 1-year dietetic internship at Cornell University. The internship is a required step for earning the credentials to practice as a registered dietitian.

Within the Cornell internship, I am conducting a research project, taking graduate coursework, and practicing as a dietitian in community, clinical, and food service management settings. Purdue's program provided exceptional preparation for working in these very diverse realms of nutrition practice!

Several aspects of Purdue's program that I believe were most impactful include:

• the CFS honors program
• hands-on learning experience in and out of the classroom
• competitions and internships arranged through Purdue's relationships with nutrition-oriented companies
• F&N 424(the nutrition communications course)
• and of course CFS extra-curricular activities.

I encourage prospective students to inquire about these aspects of CFS and the Dietetics/Nutrition, Fitness, and Health program. For current students, I encourage you to participate in these activities as best you can--the benefits may be much greater than you expect!

Amy Conklin

Dietetic Intern, Cornell University
CFS Ambassador Alum
Purdue Class of 2009

Time Flies at a Great School like Purdue

There are only 3 weeks left in this semester! I can’t believe that I am working to finish up projects and homework for classes for upcoming finals in 2 weeks. Looking back on the past 3 ½ years here at Purdue time has flown. It seems like just a few days back I was a freshman walking to my first college lab at 7:30am Monday morning. Not too long ago I was applying to different organizations to try to get involved. Working hard in my classes since that first day in college and trying to get good grades and eventually get a dietetic internship.

I have loved my time here at Purdue and all the wonderful people I have met over the years. Once you are a senior you have been around here for awhile and you feel so comfortable with how school works and what is expected of you. I enjoy knowing that on weekends I can relax if I get all my school done and that over Christmas break I get 3 weeks off where I don’t have to worry about anything with school.
I am looking forward to a much needed break before coming back to school for that last semester of college. Thankfully I will be around Purdue for another year with my internship but it will be different since I will be working and not just attending classes all the time. I realized while putting up Christmas lights in my apartment that I have really enjoyed my time here and this past semester despite its hardships has been wonderful and I have so much to be thankful for. Time does fly with you are you at a great school like Purdue University.

Anna