Time Flies

     Well my 1st semester of grad school at SHSU is over and I can't believe it. Time has flown by during this time. I have loved all that I've learned and can't wait for my next set of classes. I'll be taking another 6 hours of coursework during a 10 week session offered during this summer. I was able to get the reading list for one of the classes early, so reviews will be coming soon!

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