Portfolio Day

This week, I didn't really venture out into Sarasota as much as I stayed on campus to help out a big draw to Sarasota: Ringling's Portfolio Day.

I spent my Sunday morning making sure that the guests didn't enter the portfolio rooms until all of the representatives were settled in and ready for them. It was an interesting experience of seeing how many people come to Sarasota only to speak to college reps for about 10 minutes at most each. Most of the guests were Florida residents who came from other areas of the state. I sat and talked to a few of them, and for the most part they wanted to get out of Florida as quickly as possible.

However, I felt the highlight of my day was definitely showing my support for Ringling. The guests would ask questions about the school, my experience at the school, and I of course gave them a glowing review of the program.

I feel that these events are essential for the school. I think that the best way to support Sarasota is to support one of the bigger factors of the city. Ringling is obviously a big draw for Sarasota, and I felt that my Sarasota experience is only strengthened by supporting the city.

--David

Week One: Indian Beach

Today, myself along with a couple of friends took a trip down to Indian Beach. The tide was higher than usual, but there was still room to walk around. The beach was pretty empty of people, but there was no shortage of sea life and seaweed that had washed up on the shore.

What I found most interesting today was one of the walls along the beach that had some pink graffiti sprayed on it:

The words were recognizable from a Radiohead song that used the same line in its chorus. Admittedly I never really noticed things like this earlier as the last time I went to Indian Beach it was well after sundown. This trip definitely brought new light to this beach.

My trip this time was also a different due to transportation. Usually I walk to the beach, but today I caught a ride in a friend's car due to a lack of time. I feel that the trip is always more memorable when I walk over. It prolongs the trip, but it's worthwhile.

Looking forward to continuing the exploration of Sarasota.

Til next week,

--David