Today I attended the general interest meeting for the MOB (Marketers of Baruch), not to be confused with that shady crime organization. The experience as a whole was surreal to say the least. Up until this point, I had not been involved in any school activities, I did what I came to do and I left. So, this school had always felt more like a job to me than what I had originally envisioned for college. I saw something in that meeting room that I had not seen since High School. Genuine friendship. Many students at Baruch go about their day with little to no interaction with other students. Myself included. But after this meeting that is most definitely going to change.
Simply being at the meeting gave me a sense of belonging. I knew that these people would help me out, a total stranger, if I so desired it. And seeing other freshmen who were in the same position as I was very reassuring. All the members of MOB were extremely kind and caring when answering the questions I still had. The brief meeting went over everything that the club stood for and they constantly emphasized the social aspect of the club. Promises of days were members could just hang out and unwind from the work of school. I went into that meeting a stranger but left as a friend. Of course, free food is always a nice bonus.
Now that I have had a taste of what the clubs of Baruch can offer I fully intend to check out all the clubs that peak my interest. And to anyone who reads this, I cannot implore you enough to get involved. Take it from me, that quiet kid in your class, if something here at Baruch interests you, go for it.
-Joe Viscuso