Wow, is it already the end of the first semester? I still remember applying to colleges and in the blink of an eye my first semester at Baruch College is already over! I’ll never forget my first college semester for the rest of my life. I went from being some Long Island kid to this hot shot traveling to the greatest city in the world for school and it has changed my life.
The Good – Baruch is located in an upbeat area full of energy and excitement. Anything can go down at anytime and it’s just a great place to be. The food has to be one of my favorite parts!! If it’s a food category, it’s in New York City. Although I have only had 2 teachers, I have loved them both. My English professor teaches with heart and he has such passion for what he does. His passion rubs off on me as a students and it honestly helps me to succeed. My math professor is a young man who sometimes has a hard time explaining curriculum, but he has no problem going over things twice or even three times. He cares about his students and wants each and everyone to succeed.
The Bad – Although there are so many spectacular things about this college it definitely has its down side. There is such a lack of school spirit it’s a damn shame. College is supposed to be a place where you can have a conversation with anyone at anytime, at least that’s what I think. When you enter the college it’s just so quite. Most kids walk alone and tend to stay away from contact with others. That is such a shame because everyone at this college is so unique I wish I could have a conversation with everyone. Don’t get me wrong, I have met a solid group of friends at Baruch, but I just wish the whole school in general had more enthusiasm. Another thing I hate is the travel. Coming from Long Island is no easy task, especially in the crappy weather. Between taking the LIRR and the walk from Penn Station, it takes nearly 4 hours to travel to and from school for one day.
Overall, Baruch College is just ok if you ask me. It has its good and it has its bad. Personally, I am going to look into other colleges to transfer to after next semester. I am looking for the college experience and Baruch simply cant give it to me. It’s a great highly ranked school, but id rather be happy somewhere else for the next 3 years then not love the college that I go to.