Formspring Question!

Hi Katelyn! Sorry to ask you another question, but I was involved with Campus Ministry in my high school and sort of want to pursue it in college. I've seen that you're involved and just wondering if everyone is accepting and is it strict at all? Thanks!

I can't believe I'm just seeing this now! I fail!

Campus Ministry at Saint Mike's, aka VITA, is awesome. I've been involved in one form or another since my freshman year. There are many options for everyone if you'd like to partake in events, participating in Mass, or going to our Dessert and Divine, small-group Connections or big-group LINK. All of the leaders are so welcoming and try to make everyone feel comfortable. As for strictness, there really isn't that much - we just respect what people share in the group setting and keep it in the group. You can make your commitment as big as you want! When you get on campus during orientation weekend, be sure to look for our VITA leaders in VITA red and white shirts - they'll be more than happy to meet you!

I hope this answers your question! Feel free to ask more :)

Formspring Question!

Hi Katelyn! I really like your blog! I'm hoping to be a theater/ English major and I was just wondering, since I've read in your blog you're a double major, is is tough for you to manage a social life with academics? Thanks a bunch!

Sorry for the late response! I've been away from my computer for a vacation! I'm so glad you read my blog. Congrats on choosing a major (especially theatre!). It's definitely easier in the long run knowing what you want to major in.

With the 4/4, SMC makes it easier to double major. For me, a few classes have 'double-dipped', which means fulfilling a major requirement as well as a Liberal Studies requirement. I always am on the look out for those so I can utilize a schedule that works for my four years here. I recommend looking for an Intro to Acting class or Life in the Theatre for your fall semester - and at least one will go as your Fine Arts LSC.

As for balancing a social life with academics, it's all about the semester schedule you create. For instance, I took 4 theatre classes last semester and while it wasn't as demanding as a physics major perhaps, but it was demanding in other ways that I didn't expect. You have to find the balance of getting your work done. Usually classes are every other day, allowing you time for homework and hanging out with friends. My friends and I sometimes combine the two with a study date with Durick! I usually try to do all my homework in the afternoon so that way I can relax with my friends at the night.

I realize I kinda got a little winded there but I hope this answers your question! You can also e-mail at kwhitman2@mail.smcvt.edu if you have any other questions. Feel free to ask me anything!