Author: j.kim38

Last week, I visited the Starr Career Development Center to learn more about the resources that Baruch offers and how the Starr Center provides special care for its students. I was pleasantly surprised by how easy it was to make an appointment with Starr. All I had to do was log into my Starr account and request a time that was suitable for me. When I entered the Starr room, I was welcomed by a woman at the front who asked me if it was my first time meeting a counselor. When I answered yes, she gave me a form to fill with basic questions about myself. After some time, I was called to meet my counselor. My counselor was Mrs. Adia Tucker. She kindly welcomed me into her office with a bright smile. I told her my concerns about being an undecided major and how I felt behind because most of the students at Baruch seemed like they knew what they wanted to do career-wise. She told me not to worry and that during my four years at Baruch, I will definitely find my academic fit and a field of study that I will enjoy. When she asked me what my favorite subject was, I answered: “I’m not sure.” Then, she introduced me to the Focus 2 self-assessment website. She broke down how each part of the assessment was to help me get to know myself a little better and how this knowledge would help me explore my career paths. Furthermore, she advised me to talk to as many upperclassmen who have gone through the same experience as me.  She told me that current Baruch students were the most reliable resources. Finally, she gave me confidence telling me that I was not alone in having an undecided major. She was truly helpful in lessening my worries. After our session, I was motivated even more to find out my passion. It also made me realize how Baruch offers so many resources and that it is the students’ responsibility to seek for them. Overall, it was a great experience and I would definitely go back to my counselor for more advice. 

I check my phone 7:44- No reply

7:45- Nothing

7:55- I really need to stop this and focus on my homework.

Ring!

My heart drops.

I quickly pick up my phone to read a notification! From.. “The Wall Street Journal..

*Sigh.

Disappointed, I grudgingly pick up my pencil again wondering why I’m even subscribed to the Wall Street Journal; I don’t read the news.

Finally, when I give up on waiting for you to reply, assume you’ve died, and host a funeral for you in my head

You reply.

With “L-O-L”

I don’t know how my paragraph long message could be possibly answered with a single word- not even a full word but a three letter acronym

and the 50:1 ratio of my messages to yours is super depressing

But this is still better than nothing so I can’t help but smile like a fool and start planning out our wedding again.

I know I should play hard to get but I can’t fight the urge to text back right away.

If I spent this much energy on my schoolwork, I would be valedictorian.

I rant to my friends but by this point, they’ve had it with my stupidity.

“Omg drop him. He’s not worth it.” They say

I really should get over you.

But then again I should also stop eating ice cream for breakfast.

I guess you’re just like the millions of health problems I have to live with. 

Last week I decided to visit the school’s writing center. I had an essay due for my Great Works of Literature class so I wanted to receive feedback on my writing. When I first entered the writing center, I was welcomed by a student who worked for the center. She told me I had to make an account with the center. She kindly explained all the necessary steps and guided me throughout the process. After, she told me how I was able to schedule appointments for consultations. When I went to make an appointment for a session, I saw that most of the time slots had been taken. I realized how popular the writing center was and how many students utilize the resources given to them. This made me want to use the writing center even more. When I finally went for my advisement session, I was greeted by a friendly staff who introduced himself as Judah and my writing consultant. Without wasting time, he quickly asked for my writing. I was afraid of showing him my work because I was embarrassed that my writing did not meet college standards. After reviewing my work, Judah complimented me for my efforts at attempting to convey certain ideas. Without discouraging my writing, he kindly gave me feedback on how I could expand my thoughts further in my essay. He also helped me research primary sources that I could add to enhance my work. Furthermore, he eagerly answered all the questions I had for him and explained any misunderstandings I had. Judah seemed passionate about his job and showed enthusiasm for helping students like me. I was so grateful for his help and appreciated his constructive criticisms. I was much more confident in turning in my English essay after my session. Overall, my trip to the writing center was a great experience. I urge all the students to use the resources given to us. I will definitely be going back to the center for my next writing assignments.