My first semester of college is finally coming to a close. I came in with many expectations and many were met. I was able to keep up with the work and found my entry level courses fairly easy. However, I did hope it would be easier to socialize with new kids. Since Baruch is primarily a commuter school, it is hard to hang out with these people outside of school. I enjoyed the freedoms college has to offer. I feel that this lack of pressure on top of me allowed me to work most effectively while making time for leisure as well. College has taught me how to manage my time effectively too. If I could do this semester all over I would try to take better notes in class. Often times I rely on listening in class or reading the textbook for the tests. The only way I feel I have changed is that I am in full control of my life. I decide everything I do from a day to day basis. I have the decision whether to show up or not to class. This provided me with the motivation to take this responsibility and use it to have a successful semester. I am looking forward to building on this good start into a flourishing college career.