As I was headed towards the Club Fair, I feared that it would be a repeat of Freshman Reception: the wait to get in was insanely long, and the line wasn’t much of a line at all. Thankfully, though, after getting through the security guards (and receiving a free NYC subway map — very strange), I walked into the large gym to find it significantly less crowded.
Looking at all the various tables set up, I wasn’t exactly sure where to start. There were fliers abound, and the first I was greeted with was from Toastmasters — a club to help with public speaking. I made a mental note to remember this club as it would probably help greatly in the required Communications course.
Soon, I saw people walking around with gorgeous books, and I asked where I could get one myself only to find out that it was Baruch’s very own Encounters Magazine. I was lucky enough to retrieve a copy of the Spring 2008 and 2009 copies. Not only is the writing phenomenal, but the photography is absolutely breathtaking, and the artwork is unbelievable. My high school literary magazine could not match up at all.
After passing by Baruch’s Archery Club and Billiard & Bowling Club, I decided to look for clubs that would help with my major (anything in business) or any jobs. I soon came upon Women in Business (WIB, in the style of “Men in Black”), an organization for nonprofit leaders (American Humanics Student Association), and was informed on the STARR Career Development Center. Jobs and Internships are much easier to find now based on STARR’s database.
I was quickly distracted by the slices and slices of red velvet cake passing by me. After asking around, I found out that it was from the Movie-Maker’s Club (or Film Club — I’m not sure of its exact title). They were giving away free slices of cake to anybody who could answer a random question. My friend got a slice (we shared!) after answering, “What part of the boat did Nemo touch?” Easiest question ever.
Heading down table by table to various fraternities and sororities, I found myself stopping by the Taekwondo Club. I’ve always wanted to learn how to fend for myself, so it didn’t take much for them to convince me to join. I haven’t been able to go to a meet-up yet, but I certainly will one day!
I ended my escapade by going to the Mac table, being a fellow Mac-owner. Unfortunately, they ran out of fliers by the time I got there, so I was only told roughly what the club/organization was about. It helped basic and advanced users navigate on their Macs, especially for business use — something that seems really useful. Another plus was that they gave out a really nice free Mac tote bag!
As I got my book signed and left, I felt like I wanted to get involved with Baruch clubs as much as I could! I only wish that there were more clubs to choose from. (I heard there was a Bike Riders Club. Is this true?!)