As a freshman at Baruch, I feel one way to make the process of adjustment easier is getting involved with clubs and groups that are interesting in your perspective. One of the clubs that I began looking into was NABA, or the National Association of Black Accountants and recently attended their introduction meeting. My first impressions on the club was that its members are committed and success-driven in the work they do and events held towards the development of the club. Also, after listening to each group member speak about what it is that they do, I felt all around it was a productive and pleasant atmosphere to be a part of. I felt that they were relatable and easy to understand by not only what they said but how they said it. One interesting aspect about this club is the exposure to a vast network of alumni and professionals that have experienced and gone through fields you have interests in. As my intended major is Business Finance, I feel that if I chose to join NABA, I would be able to learn and experience real world situations, and having such an opportunity would only better prepare me for challenges I may face in the future. To be a part of NABA, allows you to gain opportunities and knowledge that many others in the field of Business may not have access to and this particular knowledge may be the deciding factor between two resumes. Furthermore, I realized that these particular opportunities may be presented in any club or activity you choose to be a part. If I realized anything walking away from the introduction meeting, it would be to remember that there are always people in the Baruch community willing to help and push you forward, you just have to open yourself up to the opportunity.
