Entry #2, Group 5

To me being part of a community means being involved or helping out others when necessary. Being a Baruch Scholar and part of the Baruch community allows me to interact with other people. I’ve gone to a couple Latin American Student Organization meetings and am part of an indoor soccer team with fellow Scholar Chris. A big part of belonging to a community means getting to know people through clubs and events held at Baruch. Outside of Baruch, I’m part of a much larger New York community but either way, it’s important to be a contributing member.

During high school, I was required to complete 20 hours of community service every year. At first I didn’t want to do it as it was a task that I felt forced upon me. Now I see that it is valuable as it can help you grow as a person by being involved and helping others with whatever it may be. Doing various activities at school and around my neighborhood were enjoyable when I realized I was doing something meaningful. Now that community service has to be done at Baruch, it’ll be another chance to become involved and help many communities of people. The cultural events are also a way to become exposed and take advantage of the many things this city has to offer for students. As Scholars, we get so many benefits that it seems right for us to give back. Overall, I hope to get the most out of these years while working with new people and doing something positive for others and myself.