The first day of the fall semester at the University of Southern Maine means new schedules, first-day ’fits and a whole lot of caffeine. We caught up with students between classes for a quick check on the first-day vibes.

From left: Milos Nevajdic, Zachary Patti, Hannah Ober, Nessa Sammuel
What’s your drink of choice?
Milos Nevajdic ’30, jazz studies: “Iced anything if I’m getting a drink and I need to go to class. But if I’m enjoying a good coffee, I want it hot.”
Zachary Patti ’30, business management: “I’m an iced coffee drinker. No hot coffee for me.”
Hannah Ober ’30, clarinet performance: “I prefer iced coffee. My go-to is a nice mocha latte.”
Nessa Sammuel ’30, music performance: “Jasmine tea with honey and oat milk.”
What’s one word to describe today?


Q:
Are you nervous, excited, or both?
A:
Keegan: “It was my first time driving in the city, the day before classes, so I was nervous. I didn’t crash and the bumper’s still on, so we’re doing good.”
A:
Maya Jamerson-Martin ’29, accelerated nursing: “I’m most excited for clinicals and to work in the hospital.”
What’s the one thing in your bag you couldn’t survive without?


Q:
What’s your dream job?
A:
Kimberly: “I am going to school to be a labor and delivery nurse, but I’m hoping to become an OBGYN.”
A:
Justin Ouellette ‘30, business marketing: “Professional athlete agent.”






