During my first semester at college, I have had so many new and exciting experiences. Throughout my short time at Middlebury so far, I have been challenged both academically and personally. Middlebury is full of welcoming and wonderful people who I know will be lifelong friends of mine. The community and environment of Middlebury is so supportive – both the teachers and students.  At first, I was slightly overwhelmed by starting out the year involved with a sport as well as many academically challenging classes. Although everything felt like a lot, I knew that I had many people I could rely on. I was excited to take lots of interesting classes, including pursuing my interest in psychology. I was able to take many classes that I didn’t even know existed and learned a lot of helpful and intriguing information.  I was also very excited to be part of a sports team at Middlebury. I was able to continue my love for running as well as be a part of a group of wonderful people that have become some of my closest friends. Middlebury has provided me with so many helpful resources about clubs, careers, and classes. Although it is hard to fit the many things I want to do at this school into only a certain amount of days, I look forward to joining clubs that could help me pursue my love for psychology as well as others that could help me think about what I want for my future. During the fall semester, my first psychology class was challenging, but even so, my professor instilled a curiosity in me to learn more. I am excited to explore the major of psychology as well as explore many other paths I could take.  I am so grateful for the support that MVYouth has provided me. I couldn’t be happier at Middlebury College and I am so excited for everything else that this beautiful place has in store for me. It means so much to me that so many people from the Martha's Vineyard community want to support me in my future at Middlebury. I can’t thank MVYouth or the Island community enough.