DISAPPOINTED BEGINNING: FRESHER'S FRUSTRATION DUE TO LATE EVENT KICKOFF

Picture this: an event everyone was hyped about during Freshers' Week, meant to start at 7 a.m., but it didn't kick off until almost 9 a.m. The excitement that was bubbling earlier turned into disappointment as the minutes ticked by.

The delay threw a wrench in everyone's plans, leaving the freshers who were all geared up feeling let down. It wasn't just about being a bit late – it felt like no one really cared about keeping to time or had value for the excitement everyone was going to bring.

The impact of this late start was pretty obvious. Those who made the effort to show up felt a bit deflated, and honestly, it kind of justified why some didn't bother to come at all. The vibe at the delayed start? Well, let's just say it was a mix of 'meh' and 'seriously?'

What made it worse? It's been over a week and there's been no apology or explanation as to why there was a delay in the commencement of the event. That lack of acknowledgment left everyone scratching their heads, wondering what was going on. It was like, "Did anyone even care that we were all here, ready to go?"

This delay didn't just mess with the event's plans; it kind of made the department look bad too. Some of us were left wondering if future events would be as disorganized as this, planting seeds of doubt about what to expect next.

- Squarewriting

@Public Voice News Agency

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