On Thursday, September 7th I attended my first Baruch Student Life event. This event was hosted by Baruch’s Women in Business club. This member development was about transitioning to college. Whether you are entering as a freshman from high school, a transfer, or international student, Women in Business had advice for everyone. The board members shared their journeys on how they managed to expand their social network and overcome obstacles along the way. One board member in particular shared how she transferred from City College to Baruch during her sophomore year and that it was quite difficult for her to adjust. However, by joining Women in Business she was able to find her place at Baruch. I personally appreciated how they included hands-on activities with each point made on their powerpoint. Moreover, my favorite part was when the board members of Women in Business shared advice about overcoming stress and dealing with the struggles of starting at a new school year. The presentation helped to ease the end of the summer into the fall semester seamlessly. During the event we created DIY stress relief balls from a balloon and rice filling. We watched a video on how to make stress balls, and why they are very effective in releasing pressure both mentally and physically. Following with the stress relief agenda, we did a 5-minute meditation using an online meditation website that focuses on breathing exercises. The breathing exercises helped to alleviate stress and practice mindfulness. Since completing this exercise I feel that I have a wiser approach for dealing with the
feeling of being overwhelmed by school. I look forward to revisiting this 5-minute meditation website and informing my peers of this helpful tool. As a result of attending this event I have made several friends who are in a similar situation as we transition from high school to college. After attending the first member development I am looking forward to attending more workshops hosted by Women in Business.