Author Archives: swong

The first semester of college is always tough but its always helpful if there are friends around and people willing to guide you. Baruch seemed to aid the transition processes along by implementing Freshman Seminar classes and creating learning communities. … Continue reading →

During freshman seminar, we discussed possibly community service activities to do. There was a plethora of suggestions and eventually the LC was split between two activities. Half of the group wanted to do Adopt – a – Soldier and the … Continue reading →

On November 10th, the Starr Career Development Center held a workshop about Internships and Goal Settings. This was by far the most useful workshop I’ve attended and acted as an eye opener. I wish I had attended this workshop earlier … Continue reading →

This workshop informed students that there were people called Ombuds who work as mediators to students. If students ever have problems, they are free to go to these mediators who will work with the student to resolve the issue. The … Continue reading →

Let’s face it. The process of picking the picking classes is a daunting task. From choosing the right teacher to picking  a decent time and  on top of it all getting the correct class, it’s all somewhat scary. There are so many options … Continue reading →

On October 6, I attended “Nature of Photography” in the 22nd street building. I wasn’t aware that this art gallery existed in Baruch and I was amazed at what was there.  After a brief waiting period, admittance into the gallery … Continue reading →

On September 17th, I attended the Freshman Reception. Excited to attend my first workshop I eagerly waited in line which in retrospect seemed to be ridiculously long. I suppose all the freshmen were curious to see what the first workshop … Continue reading →

Honestly, I can’t say I knew much about Sonia Sotomayor other than the fact that she was part of the Supreme Court. The workshop on Sonia Sotomayor was enlightening. The three speakers talked about various topics, such as Sonia Sotomayor’s life prior to … Continue reading →