Student Blogger: Laura Johnson

With the announcement that Chico State would be primarily online for the fall semester,  the theatre department decided to do virtual performances streamed online.

If youa??re anything like me, Ia??m sure that you have heard at least one person question the value of the arts or a career in the arts.  Lately, many arts workers have made social media posts about the a?oeBe An Arts Heroa?? initiative.

I tend to see the first week of school as a preview of what the semester has to offer.  It is when you first get an idea of what your classes will be like and really sets the tone for what is to come.

The idea of starting my freshman year of college was very daunting.

Choosing a college was an overwhelming process for me.  It was probably one of the biggest decisions I had to make at that point in my life.

If you don't live in New York or you're on a tight budget (or both), being a theatre fan can be hard.

I'm not always perfect, but I have been better about finding what works for me and actually following through.

There is no question that this pandemic has disrupted people's everyday lives and created a new standard for normal.  This is especially true in the realm of education, as many people have been forced to adjust to online learning.