I think it might take awhile to adapt to a new environment. i believe my first year is going be about testing out new things out and exploring a whole new world(Aladdin yes i know. haha). i know college has a lot to offer to students; i just need to find where i belong. it is something i am most excited about and most worried about. one of my concerns is my GPA. i really want to do well in my classes. like everyone else, i am scared of failure. similar to the first concern, i am also concerned about exams. i am still not used to my teachers( i guess now it is professors) not going over reviews before an exam( especially when i am a horrible test taker). lastly, i am worried about finding the right hobby or group for me. i really do not want to go to school and go home right afterwards. i have done that in high school before and it is definitely not fun. it is a waste of time. i am sure i am not the only ones with these concerns and i hope we all get through it.
Intro Blog- Ricky Chang
This is my intro blog. I realize it is a little late, but I’m hoping it will pass through. Anyways, Baruch is really cool especially the library and the freedom; the Vertical Campus is a really beautiful building too. However, I’m a bit worried about what we’re going to be tested on in sociology. Goals? At least a 3.8 GPA. I feel like it is pretty doable (I don’t think that is slang, but I don’t know). I really hope my calculus teacher will stop reviewing algebra and teach us new material soon!
intro
Surprisingly, my first semester of Baruch College has been going pretty well. This school has offered me an opportunity to study alongside a melting pot of fellow students; an experience that has never crossed my path before. As the semester continues, I hope to meet and interact with more people as well as, most importantly, maintain a high GPA. To this point I have not taken many tests or quizzes however I am confident that when the time comes I will do well.
It Certainly Doesn’t Taste Like Chicken
The first few weeks of Baruch weren’t what I had imagined them to be. So far I’m not having problems with most of my classes and their workload is tolerable. The commute is longer than what I’m usually used to. I’m also not used to the prices of the food around the area, for example, general tso’s chicken for $6.50. Although there are other places to eat, lunch usually ends up costing me at least $6 a day which is still over my daily budget. With the big gaps in between classes, I had hoped to go to the gym, but unfortunately during that time frame, it is usually packed to the brim.
There are, however, some upsides to these downsides. The long commute allows me more time to read assigned articles and the expensive food has taught me to find alternative food sources, which will probably save me quite a bundle. What I liked best about these few weeks is that I have met some great friends who seem to be very understanding and very easy to get along and communicate with. So far the beginning of this semester may not taste as good as chicken, but at least it doesn’t taste as bad as brussel sprouts!
Thank you Ms. Rojas and Ms. Kim for setting this up. My expectations of Baruch is to see the whole class on Wednesday!
-Lewis
Jen – intro
SOO.. Baruch has been good to me so far. I have been getting a fair amount of work, and all my teachers are nice (: Sociology is reallyyy boring, but besides that class, school’s alright. I have a sucky schedule, but I made it that way, so whatever. Because of my 4 hour breaks, I’m able to help my boyfriend with math during his break. I’m kind of struggling in my math class though because I’m in a higher level, and I’m pretty sure everyone is at least a junior… There’s literally several other people with similar names as me (my Chinese name), and half the class are fobs… So I guess I don’t feel too out of place – not that I’m a fob, but just because they’re asian.. (:
I have also been rushing for the sorority aKDPhi, and it’s been so much fun! My interview is tomorrow though! AHHH :\ Rushing definitely made my past few weeks much more interesting because college seems to be boring so far for some of my friends. I feel like the sisters and I are pretty close because they have brought me to several restaurants, and we hang out sometimes during our long breaks. We once all went to this Japanese restaurant nearby called East. They have sushi on a conveyer belt! And if you have enough people, you can get a karaoke room (:
Okay so compared to everyone else’s blogs, I think I wrote too much.. But whatever I kind of like blogging. The last part… Hmm I guess I expect to improve my writing and public speaking skills :\ Oh God I don’t want to do that speech for communications… Good thing I’m on the last day, so I still have time hehe. I really hope I can start off college with a good GPA this semester, even if I do go through with the pledge process. Wish me luck!
Brandauer’s Intro-Post
Hey there. This will be my first blog I’ve ever written. I’ve heard of tumblr’s and other websites, and I do think it’s a good idea to blog once in awhile, but I’m just too lazy. Anyway, I’m supposed to write how my semester is so far, and also what I expect of the year. The semester so far has been pretty great for me, and probably everyone else in my classes. Apart from Calculus, no other class has actually given us solid homework. We’ve been mostly given passages and excerpts to read, which isn’t that big of a hassle to do. Most of my professors are nice, and even the bad ones aren’t COMPLETELY unbearable. But I know it isn’t going to be like this throughout the year, and I’m expecting a lot of work to be given to us by all my professors. I expect all-nighters, and trips to the Baruch library, and even sleeping over the Baruch library during finals week. Lets hope it doesn’t happen.
Simon’s Intro Post
The semester so far has passed very well. The workload seems doable, and so far I’ve been to balance work, school and a social life by only having to give up sleep. Didn’t really need it anyway. Some of my professors are kind of “meh,” while others lead pretty interesting classes. I’ve also met lots of new people, which is something I was looking forward to in college. Looking forward to the club fair, though I doubt I’d be able to stay committed to one because of my work schedule. Not too fond of blogging, though.
Jason’s Intro Blog
So I’m totally new to this blogging thing..hope I’m doing it right. These first few weeks have been pretty good. Met some cool ppl (hi everyone lol) and classes seem to be alright, except for sociology. I still don’t get it. I can’t wait for the club fair because I wanna get involved in something soon because going home after schools done is a bit boring but fine for now. I’m hoping that as the semester progresses I can get to know more people and also find a new hobby to occupy my time. Classes don’t seem to be a big problem and I hope it stays that way. Hope everyone else is having a fun time. Stay cool my fellow freshies! I’m a very open person so if anyone’s got anything they’re interested in, let me know. Oh for anyone thats reading this, MiJi’s birthday is this upcoming Sunday! She’s incredibly old…
A Taste Of Baruch College
So far Baruch seems to be meeting its standards as a diversecommunity and center of higher learning. The classes aren’t too bad; as long as all the reading is done, the information dicussed in class is easily understanable. Although I am enjoying the classes I am currently enrolled in, I look forward to next semester, when I can choose my own courses freely. Most of my professors are good, and there hasn’t been any hastle with assignments. I am currently looking into clubs and athletics, and will hopefully become a member of one soon.
The Semester in View
So far I’ve been doing well this semester. No surprises on the workload or classes, except a few of my professors have very ambiguous teaching methods. But nevertheless, I am learning to fill in the holes. I am also finding it is hard to balance social/work with school and have time to sleep!
As far as expectations go, I hope I have fun and enjoy life while studying my ass off this semester.