So I’m two months and a few days into my first semester of college. By the looks of it, there only seems to be six weeks of school left. In retrospect thus far, I can’t help but to freeze and feel awe at how quickly time has gone by. It seems like only yesterday I was asking people for directions on how to get to my classes. Now believe it or not, I’m the one who’s giving people directions on how to make their way around Baruch.
Everyone needs to feel wanted, and needs to feel as if they are a part of something. I think that this very notion applies to college freshmen. For some, college is an opportunity to start a completely new life. For me, college is going to be an opportunity to add to the foundations and principles that have shaped me thus far in my life. One of the things I pride myself in is being social. I enjoy meeting new people, and developing relationships. I feel that Baruch College is going to give me an opportunity to do these things, because it is such a diverse place, full of clubs and organizations that seemingly welcome everyone with open arms.
I personally have not had the chance to explore and join any of these clubs, because honestly speaking, I’m still adapting myself to college, and feel as though I need to do the best I can in all my classes. I know I don’t exemplify the ideal student who manages their schoolwork, and plays an active role in the Baruch community, but I’m very aware that it is my duty and responsibility as a Baruch Scholar to get involved. I remember John telling us that the leaders of many of the clubs on campus are Honor students. This alone tells me that the culture of service the Honors Program promotes is one that encourages students to not only get involved in their school community, but to also take on leadership roles in their fields. Everything takes time, and I’m still experiencing a learning curve. There is no doubt in my mind that as I continue to adapt myself to college, I’ll grow into taking more active roles in the Baruch community.