Progress in a Pandemic

We all know that life is a whole lot different now than it was pre-pandemic, and this is especially true as a college student. Many classes are online or hybrid now, campus activities have changed, and overall, we are coming to a new normal. However, different isn’t necessarily bad. Online classes have helped to create  accessibility for students, people are learning new ways to get and stay connected, and there has been a big mental health push on campus!

As a senior in my last semester, it can be a little daunting navigating my life as a college student when the pandemic has made it feel different than it did when I first started at Purdue in 2017. However, I am very hopeful seeing all the progress and innovation that has come out of such a trying time. So, yes, life might include a random COVID test every now and again, but the resilience of the students and staff on campus have proven that sometimes, different can still be good.