On Thursday November 9, 2017, I attended the Majors and Minors Fair held in the multipurpose room in the Newman Vertical Campus. There were different tables set up with the names of several different majors and minors. At each table, there was one or two representatives from those departments who were ready to give out handouts with useful information and answer any and all questions you had. After approaching the Communication Studies Major table and speaking to the two Communications professors, asking questions about the academic requirements for my intended major, as well as reading the information on the two handouts they gave me, there is no doubt that this is the major I want to pursue. This fair definitely helped me clarify the path for my future academic endeavors at Baruch. So glad I went!
Author: Sofia Prestia
Career Post: Interview Workshop with Target
On Tuesday October 3rd, 2017, I attended the Interview Prep Workshop with Target Corp. Three representatives from Target gave a slideshow presentation that included tips on how to ace an interview as well as how to prepare for one. Towards the end of the workshop they did some mock interviews with students. Some points I garnered were to ask any questions I may have at the end of the interview, so as not to interrupt the potential employer, doing my research about the company and position before the interview, and ending the interview on a high note by thanking them sincerely for the opportunity. I learned a lot at this workshop and can potentially see myself using some of the tactics at my next interview!
Student Life: LATINX Opening Ceremony
I attended the LATINX Opening Ceremony with Chelsea on September 7th. Upon arriving at the event, which took place on the second floor of the Vertical Campus, I was immediately greeted by excited members who provided plethora of information about the club. Additionally, there was a variety of free food to choose from, including: empanadas, tostones, fruit ice pops, and juice. After the initial greeting, a DJ started playing music and soon after, a dance competition and party ensued! I appreciated the fact that Hispanic culture was being celebrated through a club. This experience definitely made me interested in possibly joining the club.