That's the best way to describe it I think... Today was my last class at MsBA at U of I. But the feeling is not that of sadness. Although yes, I would ideally have wanted a little more time here, but then I guess, this is human nature to want just a little but more than what you have.
So what all did this one year education give me? For one, I am looking forward to the next step (my job) with a sense of eagerness. It is prolly through this tumultuous one year that I realized that change IS actually a part of life. And after coming 10000 kms away from home, away from family and maybe even life, well, how worse can it get :P Besides, just let go... One year with quality professors instilled this faith in me that I am now ready to move forward in life.
But yes I am gonna miss the campus, which was refreshingly different from what I knew. Add to it that Americans don't quite say it on your face, but they do consider themselves the best country to live in (umm not so sure, but nvm). With the shake up that I went through, both academically, and emotionally, I kinda have a clearer path to follow (thanks Prof Jay P Kesan)
What I do have a clear picture about is that happiness is not as defined by west :P. No matter how they paint India (or other non US/european entities) but happiness is actually where your context is... For me, it is in India... But yes, with this degree, I will go back as a better prepared person.
Thanks U of I, u did end up making me a better person. 'Loyal to you Illinois...' as goes our song...
