This past Tuesday, I attended a STARR Career Development Center Workshop named Mastering the Job Interview – Basic. In the future, I will definitely come across times where I need to interview in order the get a job. Interviews are a natural and common process that will occur, and the more prepared I am from the start, the better I will perform. From the workshop, I learned how to tackle potential interview questions by practicing my answers beforehand so I am familiar with what to say. Furthermore, it is also important to ask the interviewer questions that I am genuinely interested to know as I may possibly be working in the company. Of course, I should also do research on the company as it shows I am aware of the current works of the company and where I can apply my skills to help them. Other things to keep in mind is one’s nonverbal communication. The first impression is extremely important as it can determine how the interviewer thinks of you right from the get-go. It is essential to have good eye contact, a firm handshake, and to smile. The interviewer may be more inclined to hire you as companies want people who exude positivity. This workshop aids me in exploring my career goals because it emphasizes the importance of interviews in whether or not I will get the offer. Interviews are such an important process that can make the biggest difference. In addition, through the workshop, I was able to acquire insight towards the other programs that STARR has to offer. Not only do they have weekly newsletters that remind us of the career workshops available for attendance, but also mock interview opportunities online to help individuals prepare for the real deal. All in all, it was a great learning experience. 
Author: t.yan1
A Visit to the MOMA
This past Friday, I visited the Museum of Modern Art with my friends. Despite living in New York, this was actually my first time going to the museum. I am someone that actually enjoys a good stroll within a museum and will not find it boring. It was particularly crowded on this day due to it being a Friday afternoon and the free tickets MOMA was giving out at this time. Fortunately, I was able to skip the line and get in free anyways due to being a CUNY student. The building and interior design of the MOMA itself is quite unique. It was definitely aesthetically pleasing and a good place to simply enjoy the scenery.
One particular piece that stood out to me was Lullaby by Louise Bourgeois, located in the Louise Bourgeois exhibit. From the description next to the artwork I learned several facts. Created in 2006, this piece resembles shapes by turning and tracing common household objects. Some objects include: scissors, a knife, and a candy dish. To be honest, it was hard for me to tell what these objects were at first. What stood out to be was that this was abstract art. I personally find abstract art to be interesting due to its’ uniqueness and simplicity. It is said that abstract art could be calming, expressing emotion, and showing tension. Best said by Bourgeois herself, “It is not an image I am seeking. It’s not an idea. It is an emotion that you want to recreate.” Upon seeing Lullaby, I was able to connect with her words. The piece was clean cut and seemed to embody a sense of serenity.
All in all, it was a great experience to do something different for a change. To take a break within my schedule and explore the MOMA. 
AKPsi Rush Fall 2017: Spread the Love
One of the first organizations I checked out during club hours was Alpha Kappa Psi (AKPsi). In short, they are a professional business fraternity that focuses on brotherhood, professionalism, and philanthropy. The past week was the beginning of their first few rush events, where people can get to know what AKPsi is and network with both fellow rushes and the brothers. One of the events named “Spread the Love” was a philanthropy event in which we gave back to the community. We prepared peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to give to those in need. Personally, I believe the act of giving back is definitely something we should prioritize. There are many unfortunate people out there that can benefit from our acts in any shape or form. Something as simple as taking a sandwich and spreading peanut butter and jelly on it can really go a long way. I got the chance to talk to the brothers and learned more about AKPsi. Other than the brothers, there were also a large amount of rushes that came out to this event. I was able to meet a great deal of individuals who were in a similar situation as me, which was great, especially at a commute school like Baruch. Moreover, I was able to get insights towards my major, accounting. As a freshman, I do not exactly know what path I will take eventually and how exactly things would turn out, but it is all a learning experience. Maybe I will come to realize that accounting is the major for me, or it is not. It is different for everyone, so it is not until I really take a class or two to really find out for myself. Overall, I enjoyed the event and look forward to the many more that follow.