What college means to me
Since a young age my parents taught me to pursue any dream I had. Though they had high hopes that I would go to college, they never forced the idea upon me. Seeing as my parents themselves never attended four-year college, they didn’t and still don’t know much about the application process, college life, or how to even choose a college.
Before I could walk or talk, I was in love with Ohio State University, not just because my parents were fans of the football team and college itself, but because everyone is in Ohio. College is part of the culture here in Ohio, and people come from around the world to attend our universities, and I believe the chance of my attending college has become more inevitable as I’ve grown older.
My passion for writing started when I was about 5 years old, and since I’ve attempted about 10 novels-none of which were successful-and I’ve always gone back to nonfiction writing.
My interest are ever changing, but one thing remains true: my passion for current news and politics. Coming from a rural school in Newark, Ohio, my ideas for change and reform, and my morals and beliefs are very unique. The best way for me to share these ideas, and the ideas of those students who agree-or disagree- with me without fear of persecution is through writing.
College to me is a chance to dive into the cultures of the world somewhere beyond rural Ohio and to further my writing abilities, so I can continue to follow my dream and become the voice of the people who feel strongly on issues and raise awareness for situations through a productive, non-violent manner.
College to me is a chance for people to expand their minds, free from the views that they’ve grown up with, to travel the world, and gain appreciation for other cultures and people. It is a chance to improve yourself, and prepare yourself for a successful future. I believe that college is what you make of it, and those who choose to stay home, while it may be the safe bet financially or socially, it does not benefit the students culturally. For those who plan to go into Communications, Social Services, or Health Services these experiences, and appreciation for all cultures and people can be greatly beneficial and put them above others in the same field.
For example, I plan to major in Journalism, minor in Spanish, and travel abroad. The minor in Spanish will not only improve my communication abilities and cultural appreciation but will also put me above competitors in the field. Because it’s difficult to obtain a career in Journalism due to technology and limited jobs, this will give me an advantage- if an interview with a Spanish-speaking person is needed, or a story that requires travel to a natively Spanish country, my employer would be comfortable sending me to do the job over my competitors.
All of the aforementioned reasons are why college is important to me.
