Well this is certainly a busy semester!
With 18 credits, multiple major capstone courses, and a thesis, I have been keeping myself occupied. I feel that I have put in a lot of hard work, and now I am excited to say that in less than 5 weeks I will be receiving my diploma! I am proud to say that I will be graduating with a double degree in International Studies and French with a minor in business administration, honors, and Latin distinction (Magna Cum Laude).
As far as the events around graduation, here are the major ones to look forward to:
Thesis Presentation - April 18th, 2013
My thesis research concerns the nature of multiculturalism in France, especially concerning the "traditional" French and the Muslim "Other." The presentation is a culmination of my experience (after having written a more than 40 page paper) and is open to the public.
Family Celebration - May 11th, 2013
Ice Cream Social and Thank You at the Sons of Norway Lodge - May 12th, 2013
As a proud member of the Sons of Norway, I have been honored to receive scholarships to aid my undergraduate experiences at CSU and the Oslo International Summer School. Now, my family would like to give back to the lodge with an open invitation to join us for ice cream on May 12th as a thank you. This event is open to all lodge members (and really anyone with the slightest interest in Norway). Please join!
Honors Graduation Ceremony - May 17th, 2013
I will be honored at a special recognition ceremony for being an honors scholar at CSU. As an honors scholar, I have gone above-and-beyond the core requirements with having taken extra classes (some of which were the most interesting at CSU!) and with writing my thesis.
Commencement Ceremony - May 18th, 2013
This is the big one! I will be walking across the stage to the applause of my many fans on May 18th at the College of Liberal Arts ceremony. :)
I look forward to my family and friends joining me as I transition from one stage of my life to the beginning of the next. For more detailed information concerning times and locations of events, you may contact me privately by message or email. Thank you!
