[December 2023] Day 9 Topic : Meeting up with Friends

[December 2023]
 
Day 9 Topic : Meeting up with Friends
 
Title : Catching Up with Alumni at Homecoming–Reunion Weekend | Susquehanna University
 
Link : https://youtu.be/-LWr9-BqoE4?si=jozKzu9Dbz0F5zVk

 

1. Script
   "How far did you travel today to come back to homecoming weekend? I traveled about 120 miles, which is about two hours. Uh, it took us four and a half hours. I came from New Hampshire, and I came from Burlington, Vermont. Two and a half hours from New Jersey to Susquehanna. For the first time in 50 years, traveled all the way here from Southwest Florida. Alright, could you give me one word to describe your homecoming experience so far? Uh, welcoming. Sentimental. Cold. Nostalgic. So, what piece of advice do you have for a current Susquehanna student? Enjoy your experience here because once you leave, you're on your own. Plan for what you want to do and follow your dreams. Don't neglect your classes and your homework, but remember, these are the best years of your life. So, what's your favorite Susquehanna tradition? My favorite Susquehanna tradition was the Thanksgiving dinner. Breakthrough. Definitely homecoming. Um, I enjoy homecoming a lot. Love coming back to the campus."
   
   
2. Expression
   • How far did you travel: A common question to ask about the distance someone has covered to reach a destination.
   • One word to describe: A prompt to summarize an experience in a single, impactful word.
   • Enjoy your experience here: Advice to appreciate and make the most of a current situation or opportunity.
   • Once you leave, you're on your own: A reminder of the independence and responsibility that comes after a certain stage in life.
   • Plan for what you want to do and follow your dreams: Encouragement to have goals and aspirations and to pursue them.
   • Don't neglect your classes and your homework: A caution to maintain focus on academic responsibilities.
   • These are the best years of your life: A common expression that highlights the importance and enjoyment of a particular time period.
   • Favorite Susquehanna tradition: Asking about a preferred custom or event that is special to a community or institution.
3. My Story
   "When I returned to my college for homecoming weekend, someone asked me, 'How far did you travel?' I had driven about three hours, feeling nostalgic as I reached the campus. During the event, someone asked for one word to describe the experience. 'Nostalgic,' I replied. Reflecting on my time there, I thought of advice for current students: 'Enjoy your experience here. These might be the best years of your life.' I also reminisced about my favorite tradition, the annual Thanksgiving dinner, which always brought everyone together."