Today was a good day for money.

Well today I finally started getting my financial aid stuff worked out! My video production class ended incredibly early so I went over to the financial aid offices to see what the hold-up was with my final loan (I should have another unsubsidized loan but it's still showing the one for my parents that we denied months ago). It turns out I needed to fill out another application that my parents had to sign since it involves their loan. The people at the FinAid office never bothered to tell me this.

Anyhoo it's one step closer to finally being resolved! I also resolved the eBay dispute over the camera I sold a while back so the money from that sale should be releasing to my bank account soon as well!

While I was over at the brand-new TODAY financial aid offices, I was also taking in the beautiful new architecture. It's not 100% complete still but they've really done a fantastic job on the new buildings and the re-working of the common areas. Just look at these!

Two sides of the outside of the new student services building

Two views of the MASSIVE terrace, reflecting pools, and a bunch of other projects they're wrapping up near the student services building.

For comparison, here's a shot from *almost* the same spot about 8 months ago.

Today Stunk

Not much happened today other than schoolwork, video games, and a massive eBay headache. The man/people that bought the camera on Monday got the package on Thursday night, opened it today, and told me it wasn't at all what they expected and they wanted an 8$800 refund. Without even telling me they filed with eBay officially and said that I intentionally deceived them. A few hours later they said it was working and to give them until Tuesday to make sure it was alright. This was after I had already told eBay I was going to refund their purchase fully upon return. I haven't heard any news since then. >_<

Let's just hope it works out and doesn't end up escalating. I really need that money.