Personal Narrative: My Life At Georgetown

One of many aspects that I look for in school is the cultural appreciations and value of individuals. My intended major is an International Studies, which requires me to broaden my views and think beyond what we see. So when I was looking through the schools, the George Washington University definitely captured my attention. The George Washington University is one of the most diverse school in the United States and encourages many students to join the community. I was very thrilled to see the cultural events and volunteer activities are the priorities in school, because I always look out for an opportunity to help the community. I am more than willing to be part of the Nashman Center and serve for others.

One thing I needed in my college of choice was that it had to be small because I knew I would be able to focus better. My first choice, Towson University, was a large school and all my friends currently go there, but God, and my perspicacious mother, clearly knew I should not go there because of the countless distractions that would have hindered my success. The small atmosphere of Catawba enabled them to have a family style relationship all around campus. I am used to this family style because it reminded me of my high school. Another reason I chose to enroll at Catawba was because of its six hour distance away from my home known as the DMV, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, area. I have been in that area all my life and living somewhere else for I think would be greatly beneficial to my development as a person and would broaden my perspective. The other aspect of moving away from where you have been all your life is that you have to leave behind all your family and friends and that is one of the hardest parts. However, you will have a newfound appreciation for them that

George Washington University’s location in downtown Washington, D.C., is the most idealistic place for those who are both passionate about politics and need city life. I am a girl who was born in NYC and am so used to being able to order pizza at 1:00 in the morning, and go to restaurants and stores easily because they are within walking distance. I especially always been really passionate about politics because I believe that they are the foundation for a functionable government and society. But at the same time George Washington will allow me to have a lot of time to learn and have fun outside the academic setting because The school is spread out across the D.C. Foggy Bottom neighborhood, near the State Department and near museums and the

What does one think of when one considers the perfect college? Answers may include enthralling architecture, a multitude of clubs and organizations, or simply a place where one can learn to spread his/her wings and learn to fly. In looking for a college, students should prioritize places that provide a myriad of programs of study, a great location (whether that means close or far from home), and job opportunities (to ease the pain of tuition). Searching for a college is no facile task, but Washington University in St. Louis may be the panacea. Washington University in St. Louis is one of the best research universities in the world, providing plenty of opportunities, great dorms, and a close location, however the total cost is incredibly

After participating in the Health Career Opportunities Program, a Howard University-sponsored accelerated learner’s program, the summer I began my freshman year, I was optimistic about how my college career would turn out. I was confident in what my future grades would be, because we took classes that summer to prepare us. I was sure my journey through Howard University would be a smooth one. This thought was abruptly curtailed in my first spring semester. After doing alright in my Fall semester, I got extremely homesick in my Spring semester after realizing how much I missed home. This made my grades drop far below than anticipated, and unfortunately, this trend continued until Spring of 2017.

Since the 8th grade, colleges were the only thing on my mind. The criteria are location, curriculum, internship rates and classroom sizes. George Washington University's prime location gives its students a large several internship opportunities. My goal of working for the government or an international corporation was a huge factor in my choice of GWU. I fell in love with the rigorous curriculum. The classes are small enough to become familiarized with your professors and vice versa. College/Universities with a large student body lose a great deal of networking opportunities due to lack of personalization of students and the academic staff. In my opinion, college is not only for education, but for exploration as well. With over 400 clubs and

From a young age, I’ve always known I wanted to attend college. To pursue what intrigues me and to study what I’m passionate about sounds like an opportunity I just cannot pass up. I have always enjoyed going to school and learning new subjects year after year, each year, giving a deeper understanding of the topics given to me. College would assist in broadening my horizons, finding new experiences, and deepening my roots in education.

Entering college is like walking into Dulles National Airport! Seeing many different nationalities and cultures come together as one and become united. It was my pleasure interviewing Taylor Dickerson a student, part of The Virginia State University class of 2020. Taylor, unlike myself is more familiar with the Richmond, Virginia area. Virginia State University was more like home to her and her family due to her being from this area. Within her immediate family she was the first to attend an university, but her parents chose another direction and entered the military. Being the first out of three children that her parents have, she was lucky enough to say goodbye to her troublesome siblings that she loves so dearly and sadden to tell her parents

At just 12 years old I fell in love with everything your University had to offer. From the great location in the heart of my favorite city, to the outstanding and diverse degrees that I have realized not many others schools offer. My first visit to D.C. was strictly to visit your campus. When I took my first step into the Marvin Center and looked around, I realized what potential awaited me there. I knew I was home. At George Washington University, I have found that I can receive an education that will enable me to change the world. Knowing that there is a school that fits me to the “T” will make the transition from New Jersey to D.C. even better. The fact that George Washington University focuses on everyone's talents and what makes them

McDonough School of Business is absolutely attractive to me for its vibrant location--the center of Washington DC. Even though most people consider New York as the economic center in the United States, I believe Washington will bring me more of a benefit during college. Studying in Georgetown, I have the chance to take advantage of many opportunities at the intersection of politics and business; for example, in McDonough, I can access various courses, like the political economy, contained both the core skill of business and public policy in the international market. Also, there are plenty of famous companies located near McDonough. The close proximity to potential internships of practical studies will allow me to supplement my knowledge from classrooms with actual and practical learning. Thus, I gain more opportunities in McDonough to learn in real cases and realize my potential fully at a younger age.

At the end of my junior year, I decided I wanted to attend a college close to home and I was not even considering going to a school in the Northeast. This changed, however, when I took a trip to Boston this past summer. Boston was, without a doubt, the best city I have ever visited. I loved the beautiful natural scenery, the amazing restaurants, and the rich history of the town. Overwhelmed by the plethora of universities in the area, I had no idea which college I liked the most, only knowing that I wanted to live in Boston. I expected I would need to conduct many hours of research to decide, but thankfully, Boston College immediately stuck out to me and piqued my interests. I am a strong Christian who wants to grow in my faith during college,

As it is the capital of the country I expect to make a lot of connection while I am there so it will help me pursue my dream of starting a nonprofit organization and becoming an international businessman. The diversity of the student population will help learn other culture and understand them better while I am in college so I can apply them to classes. Getting a minor in law and foreign relation for the prestigious university located in our nation's capital will look good and will make a valuable asset to future employers. Also, I would be offered some of the best internship opportunities in the world, because of all the business and government agencies that close to the university. This is important because in business the more experience you have the more relatable you are and the more knowledge you are bound to possess with would make you a better businessman. That is my goal to become the best international businessman I can be, which would be made easy by all the foreign influence present in D.C. and at

After few days of one intense meeting after another, we were ready for some relaxation time. The destination we chose to ease our nerves was the Cat Café in Georgetown. This cafe is home to 23 rescued cats, and it gives people a chance to hangout with cats while having a cup of coffee. There was a tiny bit of concern, being Danny and I were allergic to cats, but we decided to give it a go after being peer pressured by our cat enthusiast teammates. After 30 minutes of feline-human bonding, due to some sinus issues, Danny and I reluctantly decided to leave the cat café a little early to explore the Georgetown area. The destination that we decided on was Georgetown University. Coming from UCSD, Georgetown University was a very different campus environment. After a quick stroll around the campus it was time to

I’ve lived in the same town all my life; there’s not much around except a million cows. My friends and I usually refer to Minisink as “Cowtown,” since we’re surrounded by cows and half the time we’re late anywhere is because we have to wait for cows crossing the road. It’s impossible to escape them or the smell. Anyway, Boston University has always been a top choice for me ever since I started looking into colleges; however, I was wary about going to a college in a city. My worry was eased after finally visiting this past October. As soon as I walked in for the tour, I felt welcomed. I got the over-whelming sense of belonging, and it’s a feeling I haven’t felt since. My tour guide, Lucas, was excellent; he was so enthusiastic about everything

Columbia University first caught my attention due to the unambiguous fact that it was one of the few institutions that would allow me to be able to acquire such a challenging, rigorous education simultaneously pushing my athletic limits, while being in one of the best cities in the world. With taking this next step in my life pursuing college, I️ really want to find a place that I️ know will meet my expectations academically, but also be a place that is conducive to learning and growth. There are several institutions offering a rigorous education on a beautiful