LC 14

My first semester here was alright, I suppose. I wouldn’t go running around screaming that I had a fantastic time though. I actually did not have any expectations coming into Baruch college, only that it would be a huge change from highschool. The first semester went pretty well. Although, I didn’t do as well as I thought I would (especially in calculus). If I could redo my first semester, I’d probably not slack off as much as I did, and definitely start the papers when they’re given, instead of procrastinating and leaving everything for last minute like I am now. Honestly, I don’t think that I’ve changed at all. I’m still the same dorky girl that I was when I started college.

The Registration Workshop was really informative on what classes I should take and where to go if I need assistance. Since I had to register the next day, I paid careful attention to what she was saying. I’m pretty sure of which classes I’m going to be taking in the Fall Semester of 2011.  I also figured out what the prerequisites for some courses are, and how many credits I need for the degree I’m pursuing.

The Rubin Museum was actually very nice. I did not expect that at all or else I would have gone there when I could have spent more time. One thing that I like was the section with Buddha. The term ‘buddha’ means ‘awakened’ or ‘enlightened.’ I liked that because I read the book Siddhartha in 9^th grade and I really liked it. When I saw the Buddha on the wall I thought about what it would take to wake me up and make me start trying harder in school. I need some sort of motivation; something to drive me. I also like the fact that Serena did not know where Tibet was and she was so excited when she found out that it was right near China. I’m really interested with photography so when I saw the photos of Times Square, I just stared at it for a while, trying to picture how it could have looked different from what it is today. I think I’ll visit the museum again because I really liked it.

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My first semester at Baruch College started out really well. It’s definitely what I expected and maybe a little more. I think I did alright with my grades for this semester. I could have done better if I put in some more work instead of slacking off. If I had to do it differently I wouldn’t do all my homework and papers the night before. I said that when I started but it didn’t stick in my head. So I don’t think I’ve really changed much. I’m still procrastinating as much as ever and I need some motivation!

Visit to the Rubin Museum: This museum was nice but it’s not the type of artwork I like. I really liked this one particular floor with the picture of Times Square. I think it was the third floor. It had really nice artwork and it was really interesting. I don’t know why but we stood in front of the map of Asia for a good ten minutes just talking about it. I also liked that Baruch students get in for free :] and it’s not that far from Baruch either.

Registration Workshop: It wasn’t the first time that I’ve heard what the lady said. I was aware of what classes I needed to take but it was nice writing it all down. It helped me decide what to take next semester. It just sucks that I wasn’t allowed to take the professors I wanted. Oh well choosing last is a one time thing.

Mid-November Blog: Hmm Baruch has changed my study habits a bit. I’m more aware of how important studying is and how worthless cramming is. Freshman Seminar opened my eyes to all the services Baruch offers and it was entertaining for the time being. It just kinda sucked cus we got out so late but oh well it’s better having it later than waking up earlier like I’ll be doing next semester. ugh Can’t wait till I get to register as a senior.

I thought the museum was really interesting but soon after, it turned out pretty boring. It reminded me a lot of the Metropolitan museum because all i remember seeing was figures and pictures. During the trip to the museum, I found it really strange that there were a couple of monks having lunch at the cafeteria. It was really surprising and that made me smile. Another part of the museum that i enjoyed was the top of the stairway. There was a large figure in the ceiling and i could not stop staring at it. Overall the Rubin Museum was interesting but to be honest, I dont seem to have much fun going to places like that. At least my friends were there so that was good.

It’s hard to believe that my first semester of college is coming to an end. At the risk of sounding cliche, I really feel like I was just walking through the halls of my high school and now I’m concerned about the classes to take for my spring semester of my freshman year. The workshops we attended were beneficial for me.  Although I had heard that information before, hearing it reiterated was helpful.  Such as, I didn’t realize the classes I would not be able to take without having completed Bus 1000 or Calc 2207. The workshop on STARR was also informative and hopefully I will be getting involved with that in Peers For Careers since I applied to TEAM Baruch. In the Thanksgiving spirit, I’d like to say I’m thankful to have made it through this semester successfully (for the most part.)  Getting adjusted to college wasn’t the easiest but I think I’ve got the hang of things.  I’m also thankful for the great peer mentor I had and the wonderful job she did teaching us about Baruch and what we should get involved in to become more well-rounded individuals.  I must say, I am glad the semester is almost over and cannot wait for that month off.

I didn’t really have much of an interest in visiting the museum.  Seeing the artwork, though, was surprisingly interesting.  I love antiques, so I found things like the prayer wheel interesting.  I never thought about Himalayan culture but have learned it can be quite interesting after viewing some artifacts.

Attached is a picture I took of some statues of the Dalai Lama

Wow. My first semster of college is just about through. I can’t believe it. When I came to Baruch I envisioned something different. A lot of what I pictured did not happen, but overall the experience was good. I enjoyed it. I got to meet great people and learned how to travel on the subways by myself- something honestly so different to me. I’m really glad that I did decide to join a LC because it gave me a good foundation for starting college. I got to know peers like myself, met some real good friends, and had a peer mentor to give me a heads-up.

I think I handled the first semester pretty good. My patterns were kind of the same as highschool. I always did my work, it was just the managing-my-time factor that tripped me up. In the future, I plan to manage my time more efficiently and get more sleep.

There are only two things I regret. One, I wish I would have gotten help earlier with calc. (Analucia warned me but I thought I had it down.) Obviously not. Lastly, I would probably ask more questions as well as answer more questions in class.

Have I changed since I started at Baruch? I don’t think I did. I mean, I definetly know what I want more clearly then I did a year ago. I’m definelty more motivated to finish school. I definetly want a car. Finally, I think I learned to take other people’s advice better and to listen to constructive criticism.

Anyway, it was real. I’m glad I came.

This is the ugliest picture, sorry. So I usually am a fan of museums, I think they’re really fun at first but usually get pretty dull because it would be about the same things over and over again. I usually get bored about 2 hours in when I go to museums. When I was looking for the entrance to the museum, I say a lot of religious looking figures that looked VERY creepy.. I didn’t like that much, but I guess its all interesting. So the museum was gorgeous and looked very fancy, not like some of the other art museums. I thought Rubin kind of looked like the Frick Collection place. I kind of liked it, besides all the creepy stuff. There were a lot of buddas, and they all pretty much had the same heads.