What doesnt kill you, makes you stronger

This has by far been my most difficult quarter at Sulivan. But as difficult as it has been, I have learned so much and changed in so many good ways. Struggling through a class is so stressful but with the help of my teachers, I made it through in the end. Sullivan helps me get through in so many ways! Cant wait to see what next quarter brings! -Bryce Phillips

Busy Week

There have been so many things going on on campus lately. Last Wednesday, May 15th, there was the Spring Luau. There were so many booths that had lots of fun things to do. There were bounce houses, dunking booths, pie-throwing booths, and best of all free food! How could you pass up free food?

Professor Huntley covered in pie!

And after all those fun and shenanigans, there was the hiking trip this past Saturday, May 18th. After being stuck inside working, going to class, and studying it is great to get out every once in a while and enjoy some fresh air. An important fact to note for yourself is that for every hour you spend relaxing, you increase your productivity by 15% for the next three hours. That sounds like a great excuse to me to take the day or even just an afternoon off. Finals are coming up, not just for us here at Sullivan, but for many High School students as well, so be sure to take some time to de-stress yourself. A good grade may be important to you but your health and mental well being should come first.

Bye-Bye Spring.......and Hello SUMMER! 

Oh, How I Have Missed You!

     So, this quarter has been amazing. Between all of the food and the events, I can't wrap my head around this being week 9. I got a new job and got into the swing of that, handled derby week very well and despite the sun-burned had a blast at spring Luau. Here are a few pics...

Here is my fellow ambassador Maria and I at the Spring Luau. We were so tired after all of the dancing! 

One of the highlights of International this quarter is our brand-new tandoori oven (Sunken-in clay oven for the middle east areas) This oven is one of the coolest cooking devices I have ever used.

My friends and I at the 2nd chance prom at Gardiner Point. (Im the one in the front.)

For all of you new comers in June I thought that I would give you some helpful money saving tips.

1. Cut your dryer sheets for laundry in half. it works just as well and they last twice as long.                                  

2. Get the big bags of cereal at the store, its cheaper of more and it tastes just like the name brand stuff.

3. Looks for your school books online or ask around the school and dorms before you buy new ones. Most students at the dorms will sell or rent out their books when they no longer need them in order to make an extra buck.                                                                                                                             

4. Tuesday nights at most theaters are 5 dollar movie nights. (Rave along with Baxter Ave)                                                                 

5. For those who use these- Cut your make up remover wipes in half of even thirds depending on your amount of make-up. If I wear just some foundation I cut a 3rd of a sheet to use. It makes the wipes last a lot longer. especially for those of us who wear make up every day.                                                                      

5. Dont go off and blow your money on a ton of food. buy it one or two weeks at a time. I like to pick the sandwich of the shopping trip, either PB&J, Bologna etc and thats what ill pick up. Next trip would get a different food item.                                                     

6. GET A BRITA!!! I can't tell you how many bottles of water a Brita replaces. I have a big Brita for guests to have and a water bottle Brita for me. Comes in handy allllll the time.                                 

Your first quarter and your second you will want to spend your money. We all went through it, but try to set a limit for yourself. Remember, its okay to decline an invite somewhere if you are low on money or for any reason. Most of us learned a lot about conserving money in our time here. I wish I had been as cautious as I am now. Try to find different ways of getting what you want. Even getting a job (as much as we may not want to). If you get a job try to put a certain amout from each paycheck into a savings, you never know when it will come in handy.

I cant wait to meet some new people come June. I know you will enjoy yourself in Louisville's summer fun. Be safe!

-Alexandra Leigh Cruikshank 

End of the Road

It has taken quite a bit of blood sweat tears and studying, but I'm finally here. I have only a couple of quarters left and I will have my Associate's in Business. I have no clue what's next for me. But after finishing this milestone, I'm not worried about that right now. I am overjoyed! I have reached all the goals I set for myself, and I have no regrets. I hope all of my fellow June graduates and future graduates feel the same. It has been a roller coaster but I feel much more stronger, mature, and wiser. And I owe quite a bit of that to Sullivan. They are some of the best teachers and faculty there is. I'm very glad to have chosen this school, and I wish everyone the best of luck in their future endeavors.

Nikkos Layton

Hardest Quarter so far!

After seven long quarters at Sullivan, I have always encountered one or two hard classes. However, this quarter all my classes are a challenge. My schedule is usually composed of statistics Mondays through Friday, macroeconomics for four hours Tuesday nights, and two marketing courses online. This quarter is filled with papers, exams, and lots of homework. This is my first quarter in the Bachelor’s program and although it’s tough I am loving it. Every time I take a test, or a week ends I know I am one step closer to making my dream a reality.


-MARIA SALAZAR

Hard work paid off!

April 13th, 2013 was a very special day for me, the day that I will remember for the rest of my life, the one I had been looking forward since September 26, 2011 when my first class at Sullivan University began. Ever since that day the journey became harder, exams, all nighters, tough schedules, day, night, and online classes. What made me keep going? The fact that I want a great future for myself and family. I started at Sullivan in the business management program, but since I took my first marketing class I fell in love with the field, and quickly switched over. Getting to this point took forever, but looking back only takes a second. The final result was graduating Sullivan with the President's Cup, for having a GPA of over 3.7, and part of the Magna Cum Laude class. I am still at Sullivan pursuing my bachelors in Marketing and Sales, but honestly I could not have made it without my parent’s unconditional support, and my professors. 

Associate's Degree, President's cup and medal, and cap. 

My princess and I after graduation!

-MARIA SALAZAR

The newest addition!

Meet Maddie! :)

   Almost another quarter down! Next week in marketing we start preparing for our big presentations! Our group is restarting the company blackberry over again while launching their new blackberry Z10! The process has been a pretty cool one and I can't wait to see how it goes!
  Tomorrow is pre orientation! I know most of you all must be super excited to start this journey! Just remember, never give up! Even when you think you can't handle it anymore, keep pushing yourself! Days get better and you will be so glad that you stuck with it! We can't wait to see some new faces around the campus!
  Yesterday my family and boyfriend surprised me with a German Sheppard puppy! I am so excited and she couldn't have came at a better time with my boyfriend deploying! Since moving to college I have taken on a lot of extra responsibility! I have a new car, my own apartment and now a PUPPY! Its amazing looking back to where I started with never being away from home for more than a few weeks to now living on my own for almost two years! :)

-Allysa