Here at SCO, most students are juggling more than just school. Many people are involved in student organizations and activities, volunteering and spending time with their families. Outside of school I am involved in SVOSH (Student Volunteers for Optometric Service to Humanity). We are busy sorting glasses, working and giving presentations to local Lions Clubs in order to fund our international trip this May.
I am also training for a half marathon in April. The class and lab schedule alone is enough to keep anyone busy. Trying to keep up with studying, lab practicals, SVOSH, and running can easily trigger the snowball effect. Late nights studying and practicing can lead to less time for SVOSH, skipped runs, and ultimately little sleep!
With one week of exams completed, now is the time stop the snowball effect. Once you fall behind, it can be challenging to get caught up. However, there is one type of snowball effect that I do like—and it involves real snow! School was closed last Friday, Saturday and Sunday due to the icy roads. I spent most of the weekend at home catching up on our endless Visual Sensation and Perception slides. Who knew actual snow could help prevent the snowball effect?