This Short I Am, Eeh…” – Eezee, a 200L Med Lab Student, Says the Struggle Is Real
A 200-Level Medical Laboratory Science student of Ebonyi State University (EBSU), popularly known as Eezee, has taken to her WhatsApp status to address what she describes as a recurring and emotionally exhausting experience on campus being constantly mistaken for a Year One student because of her height.
The student, who is currently in her second year of study, expressed her frustration in a brief but loaded status update that has since sparked reactions among students.
“This short I short eeh
Year 1 just dey feel like I dey their level 😩😩😩”
Though humorous in tone, the statement sheds light on a subtle but persistent social experience faced by some students — assumptions based purely on physical appearance.
A Campus Pattern?
According to observations gathered from students within the Medical Laboratory Science department, Eezee has reportedly been approached on multiple occasions by 100-Level students who assumed she was their course mate.
Some of the common encounters include:
- Being asked where freshmen complete registration.
- Being invited to 100-Level group discussions.
- Receiving advice from new students about “how to survive university life.”
- Being casually addressed as “my fellow fresher.”
While these interactions may appear harmless, the repeated assumption has reportedly become a running joke among her peers.
One classmate humorously commented that Eezee has “been in 200L academically, but 100L physically.”
The Social Pressure of Physical Appearance
University culture often associates height and physical maturity with academic seniority. Taller students are frequently perceived as more advanced, while shorter students sometimes face unintended stereotypes.
In Eezee’s case, the perception gap has created moments of awkwardness — particularly when first-year students attempt to explain departmental procedures to her.
Observers note that the situation highlights how quick judgments can be formed within academic environments, even when no harm is intended.
“It Is Not Easy for Us” — A Lighthearted Protest
In follow-up conversations with friends, Eezee jokingly described the situation as “not easy,” implying that shorter students may sometimes feel overlooked or underestimated.
While clearly shared in humor, her statement has resonated with other students who relate to being misjudged based on appearance.
The issue has since sparked playful debates across WhatsApp groups, with some students proposing the formation of an unofficial “Short Girls Association” on campus.
Studentsdash Reacts
In response to the trending status, Studentsdash — a student-focused academic platform serving EBSU — emphasized that academic recognition should never be based on physical traits.
On the Studentsdash platform:
- 100-Level students access 400-Level materials.
- 200-Level students prepare with advanced CBT practice.
- Departments across EBSU are represented equally.
- Every student, regardless of height, has equal access to resources.
Studentsdash reiterated its commitment to academic inclusiveness, noting that intellectual growth, not physical appearance, determines a student’s level.
A Broader Reflection
Although Eezee’s statement was made in jest, it reflects a broader campus culture where assumptions are often made quickly and casually.
Her lighthearted complaint serves as a reminder that identity in the university space goes beyond surface-level perception.
As the academic session progresses, one thing remains clear: Eezee may be short in stature, but she stands firmly in 200-Level Medical Laboratory Science.
And if Year 1 students are still unsure, her transcript will gladly confirm it.
