An Unexpected Family Bond

Since I have been to Rutgers, I am happy to report that I have made a lot of new friends. This is definitely a far cry from the shy kid from North Arlington (basically me about a year ago)! I would like to mention a certain group of friends that I honestly did not expect to meet let alone bond with as much as I have: my commuter family.

I honestly did not think I would meet any commuters because I know how they must commute to Rutgers to go to classes and stuff and then return home in the evening. Yet, that was not the case the night of the carnival! This is where I give a shout-out to my first commuter friend (who I met on Facebook), Basil. He was the "catalyst" for me when it came to meeting commuters. Since that first night, I have had the honor of meeting many commuters and spending time with them frequently. When I say we are family, I mean it literally (because we have actually made up our own family tree) and wholeheartedly (because they are amazing).

I would like to mention a few more people who have definitely impacted my Rutgers experience (and life) for the better:

Reinier- You are definitely one of my closest friends that I've made since I got here. I feel like we bonded so quickly which I take as a good sign. I consider you a brother and always know that I am here for you!

Manraj- You are one of the funniest people I know. You truly make me smile a lot every time we hang out and I am glad to have met you that day at the RSC.

Nishant- My "stepfather", I can't believe I only met you a few weeks ago at Stuff Yer Face! I feel like we have gotten to become great friends in such a short time and I know we will continue to be friends!

Praveen- I also can't believe I met you at Stuff Yer Face a few weeks ago! I always feel like I could talk to you for hours about anything!

Jessica- Remember how you say you are the shy one? Well that day I met you and Manraj at the RSC, I was super nervous! However, I was really fortunate to have met you and I am glad that we are friends!

Since I can't write about my entire commuter family, I will say this to the rest (as well as the people mentioned earlier): you guys do not truly understand the joy I feel when I hang out with you guys and gals. I know our friendships and bonds will endure throughout our time here at RU and beyond that! I love all of you, sincerely.

Stay golden,

Frans