This selfie was taken after the realization that the going abroad seminar attended by myself as well as my friend Ponayotis pictured above was by far one of the best things at Baruch so far. I always dreamed of going away, and although I chose to dorm while at Baruch, the school’s commuter vibe is always present.
I learned that going away is more than possible, and that the Dean’s Scholars program would potentially cover the cost of my semester abroad, as well as give me 1300 dollars in spending money.
While a free or low cost trip would be fantastic, what’s really important about such an experience is the experience itself. To dive into a new world, with a different language, a different culture, and different overall way of life is to really open ones eyes to how great and beautiful the world is.
I intend to take sure a trip later throughout my Baruch experience, and will hopefully make some friends along the way.
-Jay