One of the most important aspects of college life is to get involved. To prepare for the career before us, connections are essential. Thus, I am more active in my learning environment compared to the years in high school. I became more willing to communicate with other people. I also joined a club (Chinese Christian Fellowship) and became one of the staff members. This club assists me in understanding Baruch community. The members are willing to help me to get involved in college life, so much so that they allowed me to work as a staff. Through this club, I am gaining valuable experiences. As I am learning to be an example for other Christians in the club, I am also learning to be a leader for the college community as a whole.
Similarly, I hope to achieve these goals in a wider perspective through community services. What scholars should know is not limited to the needs of the college community but the society as a whole. I understand why community service is an essential part in being a Barcuh Scholar: one can never succeed without knowing what the world is doing. It is true that one can learn a lot just by networking with colleagues. But when one is willing to step outside, there are so many more things to learn from. Often times the things one experiences outside of school can change his or her mind-set completely. That is because the school, to a point, is disconnected to the world. A well-rounded person should never be limited to a narrow field. Thus, I am thankful for recognizing our efforts for services. I am sure many Scholars are already doing community services without ever asking to be thanked for, because we know it is something we should do as students of excellence and as persons living in the society.