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Life as a Vanderbilt student has its ups, downs, and everything in between.  From forming lasting connections with new friends to staying up all night finishing that essay or studying for an exam, starting college is a whirlwind.  We here at My Commons Life are right here with you, and we believe that no one quite understands this sort of excitement and anxiety like Regional Manager Michael Scott of The Office (if you don’t recognize the name, you’re missing out big-time).  Here are 5 times that Michael Scott has perfectly captured what it’s like to be a Vandy freshman.

 

#1: “Sometimes I’ll start a sentence and I don’t even know where it’s going.  I just hope I find it along the way.”

Transitioning from high school to college work is hard.  Suddenly, so much more is expected from you, and things can get a little confusing.  We don’t know about you guys, but this screams “Common App Essay” to us.

 

#2: “I declare BANKRUPTCY!”

Between food, Ubers, going out, and college tuition, this one pretty much speaks for itself.

 

#3: “I don’t want to do anything.  I’m dying.”

For those of us who have been stuck at Rahnas at 3 A.M. on a Wednesday night, this hits pretty close to home.

 

#4: “I am running away from my responsibilities. And it feels good.”

When the stress gets too crazy, just grab an Ofo and bike away from your responsibilities at the low price of one dollar (See #2)!  In all seriousness, though, if you’re ever feeling a little too much pressure, don’t hesitate to make an appointment or connect with the student wellness center!

 

#5: “I don’t hate it.  I just don’t like it at all, and it’s terrible.”

And finally… The words of any Vandy pre-med student talking about General Chemistry.

Thanks for reading Commodores, and as always, Anchor Down!

At the beginning of the school year, I wrote an MCL Top 5 article entitled, “Top 5 Michael Scott Quotes that Capture the Life of a Vandy First-Year.” I now present you with the sequel; this time, in the style of Parks and Recreation‘s best boss, Ron Swanson.

1.”Not interested. Good day.”

Vandy freshmen walking past the club tables set up in Commons to get to the food faster.

2. “If there were more food and fewer people, this would be a perfect party.”

Frat parties would be so much more fun if they catered Chick-fil-A.

3. “There has never been a sadness that can’t be cured by breakfast food.”

If you don’t think that Commons has the best breakfast food on campus, you are lying to yourself.

4. “I like to not get involved in these matters, or any matters of any nature.”

The response to any question asked before noon.

5. “I regret nothing. The end.”

Vandy freshmen on Monday morning after spending the entire weekend sleeping, partying, and staying up until 4 a.m.