GPA (Grade point average) has got to be the nemesis of every college student and not surprisingly, it was the hot topic of our conversations this afternoon. Hanging out with some dear SMU friends this afternoon, I shared this to them:
Me: College education is not about grades, it's about getting a bigger worldview and insightful perspectives of real life. I find too many students in SMU shallow and for fleeting moments, sometimes, they just appear dumb. [They can be so much more.] You guys have to start reading things like Time or The Economist, non-fiction books like The Tipping Point etc.
Be opinionated, challenged and objective.
We also had did 2 rounds of bowling today. The stakes were, losers [turned out to be Aaron and I] were to treat winners [Walter and Fatimah] 100g of Famous Amos cookies each. I remain adamant in saying that it was so unfair because I really suck at bowling! Losing was a sure thing for me, and poor Aaron, got dragged down. After the game, I said:
Me: Can we not place stakes on things I'm not good at, like bowling? Let's challenge each other on GPA, haha, how about that? At least, it motivates us to study harder.
Walter had the best proposal. He'd treat anyone of us if we had a GPA of 3.7 but we would have to treat him if he attained at least 3.4. Woohoo!
After Fatimah left, I asked the two guys their views on relationships. Surprisingly, they really want to stay single until after they graduate. Aaron asked us if we would want children, I said yes.
Aaron: I'll never have children!
Me: Good luck finding someone who thinks like you then.
Aaron: Children are only cute until 5 years old. So after they're 5, how?
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Me [in reply to their response to be single]: Don't you feel lonely, especially during festive seasons? You wanna get someone a present. Well the present's bought but that someone's not there!
Walter: Exactly, I totally understand that. But you have to deal with what's important first.
Aaron: Aiyah, guys nevermind la. Can get married at 70 anyway, and to a young lady at that!
That's true.
About Me
- Anna
- Hi there, this is a relatively new update on profile! I'm Anna, currently a 3rd year student at SMU, Singapore. I try my best to be a good daughter, friend, girlfriend, student and most of all, being God's child. If you have any questions, you can email me at annadreams89@gmail.com. Don't hesitate to comment on anything I write. :) Have an awesome day.