So Timeflies came to UD on Friday and it was awesome! Not only was it a great performance, but there were a ton of fun activities to partake in, including a moon bounce race. Unfortunately, I lost when I went lol. Before Thursday I had no idea who the group was, but my friends introduced me to their music and I really liked it. I actually pulled an all nighter that night, preparing for a presentation and doing homework while listening to Timeflies. I’m so glad that I got to experience such a talented duo and end the semester in a fun way.
UD in RealD
Hello everyone. My name is Eric Womack. I am a freshman at the University of Delaware with a major in Business Management. I'm originally from Long Island, NY, but I've lived in Orlando, FL for the past 6 years. My blog is titled UD in RealD because I want to show everyone, especially prospective students, what it's like at the University of Delaware from my perspective. Please feel free to ask me any questions.
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May132013
May62013
I relayed at UD Saturday night! Here’s to the health and happiness of my Mommy and Grandma and everyone who has to face the awful C-word…. Cancer!
May52013
Very old picture from a Decision Day, but it is more than appropriate in welcoming all the newly committed students to the University of Delaware. I can’t believe how far I’ve come. As the semester comes to a close I’ve been reflecting so much. There are so many things to look back on. This year has been filled with laughter, happiness, adversity, accomplishment, and growth. That being said, I couldn’t be happier about my decision to come to UD. This has been the perfect school for me since day one and I hope it turns out that way for all of you as well. Congratulations Blue Hens! Welcome to the family!!
May12013
So I found Waldo the other day. If I haven’t mad it clear enough yet, there is always something interesting going on here at UD. You see something new every week while walking the Green. Things like that bring a smile to your face and brighten your day. I decided to take a picture with Waldo because I thought it would be funny, but also because I could get CAP points for it, which are community service hours for my fraternity. I am required to get 5 hours of community service every semester. Students for Haiti at UD are doing a Where’s Waldo fundraiser all week; if you see him and donate money, then you get CAP. Plain and simple and a great way to raise money for a meaningful cause.
March282013
For What It’s Worth
A few days ago Chris asked me what I’ve learned from college so far. I went on to tell him a number of different things and when I was done, he told me that I was growing up. The funny thing is that he was right, I am growing up and I can credit that growth to the University of Delaware and my experiences here. Being in college forces you to mature; I’m just grateful that I’m able to do so at UD. In such a creative, practical, and nurturing environment, that’s also tons of fun. It enables you to grow as a student, a professional, and a person. When I think about all that goes into me attending this great university (i.e. time, effort, money) from this perspective, I realize that it’s more than worth it. What I get from the University of Delaware is priceless. I’ve gained knowledge and skills and I’ve made memories that will all last me a lifetime. Attending the University of Delaware was the best decision I’ve ever made and, for what it’s worth, I wouldn’t change it for the world.
March262013
What A Feeling!
Hello everyone. Now that I’m on spring break, I’m looking forward to having more time to blog and more topics. If you follow my blog, then you know that I have a younger brother, Chris, who’s a senior in high school. Well, like every other senior in the country, Chris has started receiving his acceptance letters to different colleges. So after his first one I asked him how it felt. Not surprisingly, he was at a loss for words. Overcome with so much joy and excitement he couldn’t quite articulate his emotions. I’m sure anyone that has been through this can relate; I know I was awestruck when I received my acceptance letter to UD. Even now I can remember that moment in totality. Pulling into my driveway after school, walking over to the mailbox (as I did everyday), and seeing a bright yellow envelope that said “Congratulations!” At that moment I felt so many different emotions but the most prominent was definitely relief. Relief that all the hard work, all the hope, all the prayers, and all the wishes that went into that process had paid off. There was nothing more I wanted than to get into the University of Delaware. By the time I received that decision, I was head over heels for UD. I had received all my other decisions and had been impatiently waiting for UD, my number one overall. Once that letter came, I knew it was a match made in heaven and it has turned out to be even more.
March42013
Anonymous asked: I noticed you said that you are a member of diversity recruiters. is it easier to be accepted to UD if you are a minority since the university has had issues with diversity? I have a cumulative GPA of 3.7 weighted, 1620/2400 SAT, a great essay, lots of community service/extracurriculars, great teacher recommendations, and a rigorous course schedule (AP and Honors). How are my odds?
The University of Delaware does actively recruit worthy underrepresented students during its admission process. The reason for the active recruitment of underrepresented students is the growth of diversity at UD over the past few years. We want to make sure that we are bringing in underrepresented students that will succeed here and better our university; which goes the same for any other student applying to the University of Delaware. I’m sorry to say that there is not necessarily a prototypical admitted student at UD, but what I can say is that our admissions office looks over the entire profile of every prospective student. That’s why it takes so long for applicants to receive their decisions. One of the reasons I really fell in love with the University of Delaware was the way they described their admissions process. They don’t just pick out one specific part of your profile and decide, they take the time to review everything with the intention of getting to know you as student and as a person. Then, they decide on whether or not you would fit in at the university. That commitment to detail made me join the admissions office in their efforts to bring in the best candidates to UD. I hope that this information helps you and puts your mind at ease. Good luck and thanks for the question.
3PM
One of the biggest reasons I came to UD was because of my nephews. This is my youngest nephew, Emory, after his basketball game this past Saturday. He’s 5 years old and last semester I didn’t get to see him as much as I would have liked, so I’m making a big effort to see him and the rest of my family in Newark ( two brothers, two nephews, aunt, and cousins) more this semester and in the future. Seeing them more had a big impact on my decision on where I wanted to go to school. Moving to Florida made it hard to see my family members who still lived in the Northeast; now I have the ability to see them more often and I’m going to take advantage of it. This is especially the case for my nephews, I want to be apart of their formative years. I love little kids and being around them makes me so happy. It’s definitely an added bonus that UD offered me.
February282013
Here’s a video of one of the many interesting things that go on at UD, especially at Trabant, which is the most popular student center on our campus. It’s obviously not Jason Mraz up there, but those two were very entertaining and I must admit, it’s pretty cool having live music while you eat lunch, hang out with friends, or just pass through. Cool things like this are very common at UD, it seems as though there’s something going on everyday. That very same day they were handing out teddy bears at Trabant. The day before they started selling tickets for the Aziz Ansari performance in April. Things like that do wonders for a busy college student’s day and it’s a perfect example of why I love UD so much.
February192013
So we’re about two and a half weeks into the semester and needless to say I’ve managed to dive right back into the thick of things. Which is the reason for my lack of posts. From e-board meetings to homework I’ve been swamped already and I haven’t even been feeling well. In layman’s terms, I really could have used President’s Day off. Although this semester has started off busy, I am very excited for it. All the work that I’m doing for my organizations is definitely worth it because they’re all trying to become better while also bettering the University of Delaware. I think that you find that a lot here. Students and faculty actively work to make UD an even better place than it already is. One of the biggest ways I’m involved in this process currently is in my fraternity, Alpha Kappa Psi. I recently received my certificate of initiation into the fraternity and tonight is our first rush event. Rush is very important for a number of reasons. It is a time where we meet with prospective pledges/brothers and determine who has the attributes that we look for in a brother. I won’t get into specifics, but in a nutshell we look for people who are committed to improving themselves as business professionals, as well as our fraternity over the course of their time here and even after. Upon meeting those requirements, you become apart of a brotherhood unlike no other. I hope everyone reading this at least considers rushing for some Greek organization. It is truly more than paying for friends, it’s making connections that will last a lifetime and help you as you further your career. So come out and rush!!!
- Eric Womack, Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity, Omega Alpha Chapter, Fall 2012 Eta Pledge Class
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