Global View - College Life (C0353)

A:

Hey, Jordan, is that you? Long time no see!

B:

Oh, hey, no kidding! I haven’t seen you since orientation three months ago! So how’ve you been? Settling into college life OK?

A:

Yeah, I think so! I pledged Phi Iota Alpha, so I’m living atthe frat house now.

B:

Oh, so you’re a frat boy now, huh?

A:

Yeah, yeah, I know, it’s totally cliché, but really, I think it’s been a good decision. I’ve got a lot of support and good suggestions from the guys. What about you? What have you been up to?

B:

Not much. I’m still living at home and commuting to school. I ended up dropping that metalworking class I was so excited about. It just wasn’t as interesting as I’d hoped. The guidance counselor suggested that I focus on my prerequisite courses so that I can make sure the credits count.

A:

That sounds smart…but kind of boring.

B:

Yeah, it is, a little bit. I joined the Great Outdoors Club, though, which has been a lot of fun. We’ve gone on two camping trips already, and I’ve made some good friends.

A:

That’s cool. Hey, so have you decided on your major yet?

B:

Definitely pre-med. What about you?

A:

I still have no clue…but we don’t have to declare a major ‘til our sophomore year, so I’ve got time! Oops, I’m late for class. Gotta run!

B:

OK, take care! Hey, nice running into you!

A:

Yeah, you too!

Key Vocabulary

Long time no see

phrase used to express that you haven't seen someone in a very long time

orientation

a class where instructions are given on the first day at school

settle into

to become accustomed to one's new surroundings

frat house

Fraternity house, place where members of a fraternity live and socialize

frat boy

a term used to call people that are part of a fraternity

drop

to quit or not continue a class

credit

academic mark

major

the specific focus of your undergraduate program

Supplementary Vocabulary

gap year

A temporary one year absence from university

thesis

A dissertation advancing an original point of view as a result of research

minor

secondary course of study

pre-law

any course of study taken by an undergraduate in preparation for study at a law school

freshman

a first year student in high school or university

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