I’m adding a new segment to my blog’s repertoire called The Secret Life of a College Prepster. There are many, many other college students out there writing blogs and I thought it would be interesting to introduce them to y’all (in case you didn’t already know them).
Unlike my Confessions of a College Prepster posts, these will be a little bit more sporadic. If you have a question you want answered by another College Prepster, let me know and I’ll find someone to answer it!
The inaugural Secret Life is written by Katie from Let’s Be Preppy! She’s a Freshman at USC. I’ve been following her blog since she was still in high school. It was really interesting to follow her blog as she went through the process of deciding which college to attend, as I had gone through similar experiences. She’s fully acclimated to college life now, and here is what she thinks being a College Prepster is all about:
Being a College Prepster to me means a few things, but a CP is not limited to any of this. First of all, it means getting immersed in college. Find a few things and GET INVOLVED. CP’s cheer on their alma mater NO MATTER WHAT. Even if it means wearing a shirt that says, “COCKS” on it, you have college pride. And it runs deep. Getting involved will keep you occupied, you won’t get homesick and you’ll be meeting people. CP’s love joining student organizations or maybe even starting their own! CP’s also study. They pay attention in class—in the front of the room for large classes, ask questions, and have no problems admitting when they need help or are very stressed. CP’s (usually) go to class and do homework. CP’s also enjoy going out, but always staying classy. They don’t go crazy or overboard, always staying in CP control. After all, CP’s are very type-A and like to know what’s going on at all times. CP’s will generally seek out other CP’s, but don’t confine their friends to all CP’s. They also get dressed for class. You will rarely see a CP wearing sweats to class. Jeans are the most casual it gets. If a CP is in sweats, generally it’s exam time or an 8am class—the 8am’s are quite possibly a CP’s worst enemy! Although not fun, CP’s make it through with a good attitude and a fabulous Lilly shift.
A lot goes into being a College Prepster. It is all about how you see it individually. Certainly CP’s are much more than what I just stated.
Katie and the USC mascot Cocky- This picture is completely College Prepster!!!
Katie is a Student Ambassador, which means she works in the visitors center and gives tours. here she is with a banner she painted for Homecoming.
Katie’s dorm- Guess which side is hers!!! This is from the beginning of the year, since then she and her roommate have added more decoration. (I really love looking at pictures of other CP’s dorm rooms…. such good inspiration!)
Lastly, here’s Katie with other Student Ambassadors. They’re allowed on the field during football games!!!
Be sure to check out Katie’s blog… recently she posted an AWESOME tutorial on how to tie a scarf!
PS Katie knows my current roommate- small world!!!
Oh, College Days…(stop laughing Carly)!!! I remember them well…although I cannot participate with this gig…I can offer advice to you and your followers. These are the most important, self defining years of the person you will become…wishing ALL of you the very best before stepping out into what is referred to as, "the Real World" I really enjoy following all of you. Enjoy life and stay happy!!! Betsy
This is so cute! I graduated from USC so I'm excited to start following her blog. She must be in the new dorms because that looks WAY nicer than my freshman dorm did!
I love this! Your blog is amazing! Do you have any tips for ladies that are about to move to Columbia? I graduate from Southern Wesleyan in December and have applied for several jobs in Cola, but I have no clue where to start looking for an apartment, places to eat, to shop, ect! I would loooove for you to do a post about that kind of stuff. A crash course of Columbia, if you will 🙂
Somehow yesterday felt like a week, last month was last year, and last year was a decade ago… but then time is simultaneously going by so fast too. The past ten weeks have gone by in a blink! Everyone warns you it goes by fast and they’re not wrong…. The days are long but oh how I wish time would slow down a bit? Or that maybe I could bottle up a tiny bit of these precious boys at every stage so I could revisit them down the road 🤍
I have grown to LOVE baby wearing. Not only do I think it’s such a nice and cozy way to bond with baby, it’s also incredibly practical, especially when you have a toddler to keep up with too! The @wildbird aerial carrier was a treat for myself- and I’m so obsessed with it. 👶🏼 Leave a comment “wildbird” and I’ll DM you the color I have as well as my personal review of it (including some troubleshooting tips).
Some top level things I like; - it’s easy to put on! - it’s so, so comfortable (for me AND baby!) - the little flap is seamless and provides extra support while baby naps and privacy when we need/want it
This affordable rechargeable LED lamp is cute and then made even cuter with this wicker lampshade! 💡✨ No cords needed- just charge and place wherever you want. (Will be extra perfect for dining outdoors this summer!) 💫 Comment “lamp” and I’ll send you links to the LED lamp ($38 for a pair!) and the lampshade (available in a few styles- including a darling blue).
Not really in the mood to be in photos right now, but I keep telling myself I’ll want to look back on these moments and remember them. (Right?!) when I look at these photos in 10, 20, 30 years…
I hope I remember Jack “rescuing” Rory from a windy tent, not how I stood in front of my closet with tears in my eyes.
I hope I remember watching Jack roll down hills and play hop scotch and scoot down the sidewalk with his besties, not that I caught a glimpse of my reflection and didn’t recognize myself.
I hope I remember sitting outside with my friend happily watching our kids play (while watching the minutes until bedtime tick by), and not that I spent too much time zooming in and examining every new wrinkle on my face.
I hope I remember the pure joy of these early warm days with my little family whom I love so much 🤍
The weather is warming up and I’m feeling slightly more comfortable in my skin every day ☀️ Here’s what I wore last week as a mom of two. I have a two and a half year old toddler and a two month old so I need outfits I feel good in, can chase a little guy around in, AND that I can breastfeed easily while wearing. 🔗 Leave a comment with “OUTFITS” to get links to every outfit I wore!
This room is so very special 🤍 The little cars sprinkled everywhere (watch your step!). A tiny sock, never two, peeled off and tucked somewhere hidden away. Piles of books that grow almost as quickly as the little boy who sleeps here. Outgrown pants and shoes to grow into mingling in the closet. Often messy, and a little cluttered, but a little boy lives here. 🚘☀️🐶📚🧸
(Rory is still in our room, but eventually the boys will share. I can picture their little twin beds already!)
About ten days ago, I noticed that today’s forecast was looking WARM. I told Mike, “We’re walking into town and sitting outside and I’m getting a beer. Put it on your calendar.” It ended up being warmer than forecasted (almost eighty degrees!) and let me tell you, it delivered. Today felt like the beginning of The Season™: dinners al fresco, beers/fries/ice creams, and late bedtimes. Indulging in it all because the kids are only getting older and we’re the grownups (somehow) and we get to make the rules ✌🏻
Dress is @tuckernuck & sweater is @kiltecollection
@pennylinndesigns and I hosted a “learn to needlepoint” class this past weekend and it was everything ✨ Needlepoint has been such a bright spot in my life over the past five years- and it’s gotten me through some difficult times. Because it’s helped me so much, sharing this hobby with others has turned into a mini life mission of mine. To sit in a room (my beautiful office space designed by @clare.sull!) with pro stitchers and needlepoint newbies alike was one of my dreams come true. I loved seeing women chatting, meeting, and bonding over this beautiful craft 🪡 Honestly, the needlepoint world is (sadly) filled with a lot of gatekeeping and competitiveness; this weekend proved that it doesn’t have to- and shouldn’t- be this way! It’s for EVERYONE. Whether you’ve never picked up a canvas in your life or you’re working on heirloom stockings for your family, there’s room for everyone at this table.
📍 Leave a comment saying “needlepoint” and I’ll send you my go-to resources for getting started with needlepoint!
soo good to get involved on campus! love her dorm room (well, at least her half)!
I love Katie! I think this is such a cool new segment!
I love this! Too bad my school is so small I won't even put my own picture up! I love your blog makeover!
I love this idea! I am a student at USC also (Go Gamecocks!)…I read both of your blogs regularly…I Cant wait to see more segments like this one!
Oh, College Days…(stop laughing Carly)!!! I remember them well…although I cannot participate with this gig…I can offer advice to you and your followers. These are the most important, self defining years of the person you will become…wishing ALL of you the very best before stepping out into what is referred to as, "the Real World" I really enjoy following all of you. Enjoy life and stay happy!!!
Betsy
This is so cute! I graduated from USC so I'm excited to start following her blog. She must be in the new dorms because that looks WAY nicer than my freshman dorm did!
This is such a cute idea!
I love this! Your blog is amazing! Do you have any tips for ladies that are about to move to Columbia? I graduate from Southern Wesleyan in December and have applied for several jobs in Cola, but I have no clue where to start looking for an apartment, places to eat, to shop, ect! I would loooove for you to do a post about that kind of stuff. A crash course of Columbia, if you will 🙂