Section LC19

Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009

12:30 PM- 2:00 PM

Multipurpose Room, NVC 1-107

The Annual Student Services Fair consisted of tables set up in the Multipurpose Room. There were different representatives from different parts of Baruch waiting for students to ask questions. Some of the tables that I stopped by included Student Life, Financial Aid, Bursar Office, etc. I asked a few questions concerning my financial aid bill and I was able to fix a problem that I was having regarding it. The room was really packed so I mostly tried to get my ticket stamped and get to lunch. A lot of the tables had free stuff to give away to persuade students to stop by.

One of the best tables that I stopped by was the Starr Career Development Center table. There were a lot of fliers posted up on a board explaining some of the great opportunities that Starr offers to Baruch students. One of the representatives there talked to a group of us about some of the services they had including resume and job interview workshops. This office could assist students with writing a successful resume as well as teach them how to act in a successful interview when applying for jobs. I was definitely interested in this so I took a flier for future visits. I hope to take advantage of these services during my time at Baruch.

Eventually, my friends and I left this workshop. We were able to collect a lot of fliers and information.

This event was really crowded. I’ve noticed that every time there is an informative event, the event is ALWAYS packed. I was really angry because it was hard to move around. Baruch should regulate the events in a better manner to make it worth while to go. Other than that, this event was the most interesting event so far. Topics that interested me were sports, studying abroad, financial aid, writing center,  and Starr.

This event had the total package. By attending this event, I was able to learn most of the inquiries I had. For example, I am interested in joining a sports team as well as studying abroad. Also, writing is NOT my forte, therefore, the writing center will be a big help. the STARR career center will help me with my future job. In conclusion, I am really grateful for this event, for I was able to learn about the academic sectors of Baruch.

Student Services Fair
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Multipurpose Room, NVC 1-107

The Student Services Fair, held in the multipurpose room, offered many different school programs that helped students with different aspects of college life. Rows after rows of tables were lined up. Some of the people were friendly and, with a smile, beckoned shy students forward. Some of the tables even offered free items to attract students. There were tables set up for those with learning disability, those who are interested in honors programs, those who need help with financial aid or writing. There are so many programs offered to students that one is for sure able to find the one that they need.

One of the programs that I thought was helpful was the Starr Career Development Center. The program offered help to those who do not know what to do when it comes to applying for a job and preparing for it. This program helped these people with their resumes and even held mock trials of a job interview. Another program that I found beneficial to students was the Writing Center. The Writing Center is not only for people who are weaker when it comes to writing, but also anyone who might want someone professional to read over their writing pieces and make corrections. This program allows students to make corrections before handing in a writing assignment. The Student Services Fair is helpful, especially to freshman because we do not know where such programs’ main offices were held. It gave us a chance to find out more about programs that may be much help to us throughout our years in Baruch.

On October 13th, I attended the Student Services Fair. Similar to the club fair, this workshop also had many booths offering explanations for various services and programs within the college. Unlike the club fair however, this one had legit, professional representatives who kept their descriptions concise.

I spent some time at a bunch of booths including the Starr Career Development Center, Athletics at Baruch, Testing and Evaluation center, and Baruch Honors College. I had to attend at least ten such booths in order to have the workshop card completed (ten stamps). One memorable booth of the fair was at the Toddlers program (or something like that) which provides a Day care center for parents attending Baruch. I am not yet a parent but the lady who represented the program stamped my card and did not shoo me away; she was very professional.

Of the various services, I know I will at one point or another utilize the Testing center and the Career. However, this fair also made me interested in the Honors classes which I may soon look into. Overall, the fair was helpful.

When I first entered the Student Services Fair, it was really crowded. Before I went around the room filled with tables, I was given a card in which I was suppose to get it punched from the people at the tables. Many of the tables that I went to gave me a lot of useful information. Some of which included Sports at Baruch, Studying Abroad, Financial Aid, the Writing Center, Starr Career Development Center, and the Testing & Evaluation Center.

I was particularly interested in the Starr Career Development Center and Writing Center the most. By going to the Starr Career Development Center, it will help me find the right major, polish up my resume for my future jobs, as well as Mock Trial interviews. On the other hand, since writing papers have always been my weakness, I ought to improve it by making appointments and visiting the Writing Center. There, they will be helping me fix up my grammar issues, the writing skills I need to further improve my writings, as well as revisions. Hopefully by doing so, there might be some improvements on my grades.