Embrace the fifth year

Although I never want college to end, I know that my time has an expiration date. Soon the class of 2020 will be walking the stage and saying goodbye to our undergraduate years. But what happens when you need to take a fifth year?

Elite Daily's "How Being a Super Senior is a Blessing in Disguise" explains how taking a fifth year of college has some perks. It might feel weird and embarrassing at first, but this extra time allows you to make new friends and pursue new opportunities.

If you need extra time to graduate, don't feel ashamed. Everyone has their own path, and maybe this is exactly what you need. Everyone in college is worried about their own problems, so people probably won't care or notice that you're around for another year. They might even like the company.

https://www.elitedaily.com/life/culture/its-okay-to-be-a-super-senior/1030790

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