The Person Makes the Experience

Not all the spaces here at Clemson are created equal; with some being more welcoming and pleasing than others. The dorm that I stay in, Johnstone, falls into the category of being less welcoming, at least from the outside. I wasn't too happy about staying in a dorm that's worn and showing age, but I learned how to make the best of it. Although the building is old; it's not about the building. What I've gained from being placed there are friends that I might not have met and moments that couldn't have been gained from any other places. Also, in my opinion, Johnstone isn't disconnected from campus. I say this because I can walk small distances and be at my next class or crossing the street getting something to eat. While I would like to have had a better residence hall, this experience has taught me that it's not the situation that makes the person, but the person that makes the experience.