We left our boy at Whitman last Saturday at the end of Parents Orientation. Talked to him last night for the first time. We had very little contact this first week--just a couple of quick texts. Wanted to let him get his bearings and all that.
He sounds good! Busy and working hard. Challenging course load--he wouldn't have it any other way--but he's also signed up for some fun clubs/activities, and I hope he follows through on those.
We were really impressed with the college. The president is eloquent and caring. The presentations and events for us were thoughtfully planned. The dorms and food are much nicer than I expected. Most importantly, the very smart students we met were warm and down to earth.
The one sour note in the weekend was the guest speaker whom they've apparently brought in many years in a row to address the incoming class. I guess he was funny, but he pushed a religious agenda, including a lot of throw-away comments that were really sexist. I don't know why a good progressive school would invite this guy repeatedly. But it didn't ruin our time there, by any means.
Thanks to anyone and everyone who answered my questions throughout the research, application, and selection process! bopambo, I especially appreciate your encouragement and guidance. We believe our son has landed at a place where he can really thrive.
And he should get his first care package today. Nothing too luxurious, just odds and ends that he asked for or that I thought might be useful: clothes hamper, extra towels, extra hangers, batteries, book light, alarm clock . . . and a package of goldfish crackers for good measure.
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