EP 0353Global View
College Life
Hey, Jordan, is that you? Long time no see!
Oh, hey, no kidding! I haven’t seen you since orientation three months ago! So how’ve you been? Settling into college life OK?
Yeah, I think so! I pledged Phi Iota Alpha, so I’m living atthe frat house now.
Oh, so you’re a frat boy now, huh?
Yeah, yeah, I know, it’s totally cliche´, but really, I think it’s been a good decision. I’ve got a lot of support and good suggestions from the guys. What about you? What have you been up to?
Not much. I’m still living at home and commuting to school. I ended up dropping that metalworking class I was so excited about. It just wasn’t as interesting as I’d hoped. The guidance counselor suggested that I focus on my prerequisite courses so that I can make sure the credits count.
That sounds smart...but kind of boring.
Yeah, it is, a little bit. I joined the Great Outdoors Club, though, which has been a lot of fun. We’ve gone on two camping trips already, and I’ve made some good friends.
That’s cool. Hey, so have you decided on your major yet?
Definitely pre-med. What about you?
I still have no clue...but we don’t have to declare a major ‘til our sophomore year, so I’ve got time! Oops, I’m late for class. Gotta run!
OK, take care! Hey, nice running into you!
Yeah, you too!
核心词汇
Long time no seeV
phrase used to express that you haven’t seen someone in a very long time
orientationN
a class where instructions are given on the first day at school
settle intoV
to become accustomed to one’s new surroundings
frat houseN
Fraternity house, place where members of a fraternity live and socialize
frat boyN
a term used to call people that are part of a fraternity
dropV
to quit or not continue a class
creditN
academic mark
majorN
the specific focus of your undergraduate program
拓展词汇
gap yearN
A temporary one year absence from university
thesisN
A dissertation advancing an original point of view as a result of research
minorN
secondary course of study
prelawN
any course of study taken by an undergraduate in preparation for study at a law school
freshmanN
a first year student in high school or university