17 years ago, the world expanded to be just a little bit bigger. Today, we celebrated that momentous day at SSP, the moment when I finally won the 9 month race that we all have to win to finally be considered a human being in the eyes of society, the moment when I started my 17 year grind that is still continuing today. On your birthday, it’s easy to forget that there are other people in the room with you, so today, I will be writing about my favorite things about everybody at SSP!
Jasmine – (As your bestie I will be writing this – Sour) Even though it was your fault we missed the flight to SSP, you are an amazing and thoughtful person. I really enjoy being friends with you and getting me addicted to nerds gummy clusters. Hopefully I or we don’t miss our flight back… (As your actual bestie Divya, not Sour) You’re genuinely one of the sweetest people I have ever met in my entire life. I’m always going to miss our late night nutella sessions (sorry everyone for eating the whole jar and maybe Sour for putting it on his face, strong on the maybe) and hopefully you get over your fear of flying a Boeing. Anyways HAPPY 17 I can’t wait to go home and make Wawa trips while you drive (please don’t kill me). YAY HAPPY BIRTHDAY. – Divya and Sour
Aditya – You always light up every room you walk in with your infectious smile and the belief that if you think you are happy, you will be.
Alan – I enjoy your pool technique, and it is funny seeing how you win every time!
Andria – You always tell the most hilarious stories and I won’t forget about the time you stood at the MAX’s door for 2 minutes holding the door for everybody.
Andrew B. – Eating ramen and Nutella waffles is much less lonely at midnight when you are also hanging out in the kitchen!
Andrew N. – I am always so jealous of your delicious Chinese ramen in the morning lectures, but you make up for it with your kindness whenever I ask for help.
Arya – We will miss you! I really loved your pink dress that you always wore to dinner.
Daniela – You are seriously the sweetest person I know, and you always offer your help to anyone who needs it.
Darnell – Never have I seen someone work so hard to understand a difficult topic, and I really admire your patience and dedication. Special shout out for creating the Darnellian.
Delal – You are so sweet to everyone during every interaction, and your laugh is so contagious.
Devan – Thank you for noticing me staring at your cookie at the aquarium and giving me some – you’re the GOAT.
Divya – Our late night Nutella and cookie dough parties in the Hive have been the highlight of SSP for me, and you always make me so comfortable to be myself! I’m so excited to hang out after SSP!
Eduardo – Thank you for wishing me happy birthday 13 separate times today. You are so hilarious, not to mention insanely smart.
Emma – You are so sweet, and the best suitemate ever. Your Oreo shelf is my comfort place, and you are always so generous.
Gwanpil – Your hair is majestic, and your smile is always so infectious, even when I’m stressed out about PSETS.
Isa – Your paper boat story at dinner today was one of the most creative things I’ve seen so far at SSP, and you never fail to make me laugh. Thank you for always being so patient with me!
Jonathan – Watching you get slightly frustrated while coding and then figuring it out right after is the highlight of PSET time for me, and thank you for always being patient when I ask questions.
Kaan – Slay queen! Playing tennis with you is so much fun, and it is definitely worth waking up at 8 on a Sunday morning for.
Kal – Watching you deadlift Darnell last night has really motivated me to hit the gym, get those gains, and become as buff as you one day.
Katie – You are one of the most hardworking people I know, and also one that I know I can come to with anything.
Lauren – You’re the best roommate I could have asked for, and hanging out with you is always the most fun.
Lindy – Before we even got to SSP, I admired you for your 7.7 UTR, but now, I admire you even more for being someone who never fails to make me laugh and who gives the best advice.
Michael C. – You are such a kind person, and even though I can’t really keep up with you in tennis, you always make me feel capable.
Michael N. – SWAT wouldn’t be complete without you, and you are always so patient and kind. You also have the best taste in music ever!
Olivia – You are so sweet and such an amazing suitemate. Thank you for always opening the door for me when I forget my key, and for helping me with anything and everything.
Pierre – I, too, communicate through sarcasm, and I find it so hilarious every time you answer with something out of pocket.
Pranav – You are one of the sweetest people I know, and your smile even during super stressful situations always reassures me that everything will turn out in the end.
Sahil – You were one of the first people to sing happy birthday to me when the clock turned to midnight, and you gave some pretty solid advice about you-know-what.
Sai – Sai, look over there! *turns head back slowly as music plays in the background.
Sanjana – You are so sweet to every single person you encounter, and I really admire your intense dedication and patience to making sure you and everyone else understands the material.
Sara – Your violin in the Hive at night always calms me down after a long day, and our conversations are always so funny and never fail to make me crack up.
Jean – Your obsession with consciousness and philosophy will always intrigue me, and you inspire me to be more thoughtful every day.
Sour – Even though you made us miss our flight here because of your Hi-chew addiction, I’m really glad we both made it. Metro Boomin’s waiting for us when we get back!
Taja – You are one of the funniest people I know, and your work ethic is something to look up to. I can’t wait to hang out after SSP is over.
Thinh – Our conversations are always so interesting and goofy, and I really enjoy having you around!
Viktoriia – I don’t know what we would do without you here, and you are always so funny and humble that I sometimes forget you are genuinely a genius.
Evan – Sorry for the late blog post, but what I lack in untimeliness, I hope I make up for in good writing! Thank you for putting up with our tennis in the morning, and I always look forward to being at your table.
Ian – Mew and mog king for real. +1000 aura points
Claire – I’m inspired to learn juggling now, and even though I’m not the best at it, you definitely inspire me to learn.
Maura – Thank you for being such a girl’s girl and being as much of an Olivia Rodrigio fan as we all definitely are.
Dr. Ice – You’re the GOAT (greatest of all time), and nothing else can really be said. Thanks for literally everything and making our SSP experience truly unforgettable.
Dr. M – Your lectures are always so interesting, and even though it was intimidating having to answer our own questions at first, I’ve found that I really have been able to learn so much and retain all of the information you have taught us.
Dr. C – I hope it’s okay that we taught your son Lagrangian mechanics on the bus yesterday. I really enjoy all of your lectures, and especially enjoy talking about philosophy at the guest speaker receptions.
Dr. D – Your orbital determination lectures are some of my favorites, and your stories about cosplay and making costumes is so incredibly interesting!
Dr. Adams – Even though you were only here for a couple of days, I hope we made as much of an impression on you as you did on us.
