CHS Students Excited for New Academic Year and FDOC
By Ella Rosner and Josie Bailey
CHS Contributors
A feeling of excitement flittered through campus as College of Health Sciences students stepped into a new academic year on the first day of fall semester classes.
From new students finding their way, to familiar seniors savoring their final first day, the energy was high across the College as students took advantage of beautiful weather and shared what they’re most looking forward to this semester.
We even learned that FDOC means “First Day of Class.”
“Hi everyone, happy FDOC!” said Megan Richey, a senior neuroscience and human health sciences (pre-dental) major from Columbus, Ohio. “This semester I am most looking forward to starting the CHS classes oriented toward my pathway and getting to meet those classmates and professors. I’m excited to see how everything I learn this semester will prepare me for dental school and applications. I can’t wait to get back into a routine and make some new friends!”
That same sense of community and growth echoed across the halls of CHS.
Abby Hennessey, a senior human health sciences (pre-physical therapy) major from Cary, Ill., thought about her journey.
“As I begin my last semester of undergrad, I’ve been reflecting on the past three years and am excited to demonstrate the qualities and skills I’ve developed in the College of Health Sciences,” she said. “I’m also looking forward to strengthening connections and growing as a leader within the College.”
Other students are excited to build relationships and continue their work in and out of the classroom.
“I am excited to continue learning while building meaningful connections with others, both inside and outside of the classroom this semester,” said Gracee Spears, a senior communication sciences and disorders major from Franklin, Kentucky.
For seniors, the first day also brings a sense of accomplishment and anticipation for what’s next.
“I’m excited for my senior year with the College of Health Sciences,” said Hannah Long, also a CSD major from Lexington. “I am most excited about presenting my research with the Aphasia Lab at the American Speech and Hearing Association, as well as helping incoming freshmen as a CHS peer mentor.”
That enthusiasm was shared by Addie Clark, a junior clinical leadership and management major from Henderson, who said, “A new semester means new chances to grow, serve, make new connections and make a difference in health sciences!”
And for Kamryn Bledsoe, a senior CSD major from Warsaw, Kentucky, the day carried a sense of gratitude.
“Starting my first day of senior year makes me thankful for all CHS has taught and given me the last three years,” she said.