Regardless of being a hermit upon my arrival at Baruch, I quickly got out of my shell. Joining clubs gave me the opportunity to be a down-to-earth and extrovert individual. I can build relationships naturally with students of parallel interest. I wasn’t as hesitant to join clubs as most people; Reflecting back to high school, I was an active participant. I joined: Key club, Knitting club, Heart club, Math Honor Society club, and Student Advocates for Animal Rights club. These clubs prepared me to step out of my comfort zone and play the role of a leader or decision maker.
I made a decision to join UCLA and Ascend. These two clubs constantly unite for monthly events. I was able to sense an intimate connection, in particular with UCLA because it shared a culture of my own, and gave good vibes.
I’m very enthusiastic about the creativity of visual arts as it serves as a human expression. In high school, I majored in Art. I took the courses: Draw from Figure, Mixed Media, Sculpture, and Painting. Correspondingly, I attended an event for Lantern Making in honor of the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival. I can imagine red flying paper lanterns as a moment of romantic and personal time. It portrays good luck. The action of releasing the lantern in the air represents letting go our past self.
In the incoming weeks, I am super thrilled about the collaboration of Ascend and UCLA to go to the celebration of KTV & Dinner. Furthermore, this will prepare qualified individuals to participate in a singing contest towards the end of the fall semester. Not only will I be able spend more time to play piano as a leisure activity, but also for the first time I may be able to aid those who needs instrumental backup in conformity with singing.
At Ascend I received a succint speech that the leaders will give us professional guidance to foster in the career of business. I can maintain bridges and network with people globally. Members will have mentorship by the knowledgeable leaders. Clubs will help me relieve stress because I won’t feel the guilt of escaping from school work for a while. To add on, I won’t feel obligated. In conclusion, yet I have to be honest that a priority reason for joining is it will look impressive on job or college applications and resumes.