Hi First Years!
I hope you’re all thriving in the first few weeks of the spring semester! I’m Lilja (she/her) and I am super excited to be joining the First Year Team as a Student Assistant. I am a current junior studying English with a minor in Economics.
I’m originally from coastal Maine, and love to get back to the rocky beaches whenever I can. I’m happy to talk about the transition from small towns to the big city with those of you who are experiencing that, because I know it’s both a blessing and a curse! When I’m not at the Deans’ Office or in class, I also love cooking with my friends, playing for the Columbia Water Polo Club, and perusing Book Culture’s on-sale table.
I know that Barnard is such an exciting and opportunity-rich school to spend our undergrad years, but I also know that it is not without its challenges and can be super overwhelming sometimes. The Student Assistants, as well as the entire First Year Team and Deans’ Office, are here to help you make the most of your transition into and through Barnard, and to help you grow and thrive during your time here. The years will go faster than you think!
Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions – or to just chat! – by emailing the First Year team (first-year@barnard.edu) or myself (lch2154@barnard.edu), or by stopping by my walk-in hours in 105 Milbank on Fridays from 10a-12p. Happy Spring Semester!
