Re-adjusting to the hustle and bustle of college life seems like a more daunting task than getting into it for the first time.

After a summer of falling back into old habits and working the kind of jobs that made me want to go to college in the first place, I am not mad that I am being forced to write a blog post before the end of class. After being late for class two days in a row, I feel I am ready to get to work writing stories and chasing event organizers for interviews.

Coming back for a second year in the Digital Communications and Media program feels like a triumph after seeing how many students drop out not only during the break, but also after completing the first year. I have a hard time understanding why so many people start a program and give up. Two years is not a long time to buckle down and get an education. If you are a fellow student, congratulations on coming back.

Many students dread the upcoming school year and wish summer would never end; I am not one of those students, even though I had a memorable summer. I worked jobs in construction and spent my spare time shooting events and videos.

I was tempted a few times not to return to school. I would have loved to stay on Vancouver Island, where I spent most of the summer. School dragged me back though; I did not want to be a drop-out. Though Lethbridge is not my favourite place to be, I kept myself excited for my second year in the program by keeping practiced in the things we do (Except maybe writing, I am struggling here).

I think it is important to stay excited about your education, otherwise it will feel like a chore. Education should be something that students are excited about. If I was not passionate about the things that I am learning, I would not be here. Summertime is a time of distractions and it can be easy to lose track of our goals and aspirations. It is easy to feel like where you are at the moment is where you will be stuck forever, whether that would be a good or bad fate.

For everyone who is returning after their first year, whether you are my classmate or not, good job. You should be proud of yourself!