I began to look into degrees that could help me give back to my community and learn more in the process. It wasn't until I visited the ASU Downtown campus that my thoughts found quality answers and possibilities. I was amazed by what was being offered at The Downtown campus and I felt that I could learn enough to help communities benefit from having me working with them. From my time at The Downtown ASU campus I was able to learn the true importance of helping communities and how if we don't step up who will.I'm very glad that I was able to learn how communities operate and what improvements all communities could use. Following goals I care more about has been much more fun than trying to pursue a degree due to financial gains. I am excited at the opportunity to serve my community when I graduate and be a difference maker with tons of possibilities at my feetThursday, November 12, 2015
Possibilities
Throughout college its amazing to realize how many opportunities we really have. It seems like everytime one road closes a better one reveals itself. For example I started out in W.P Carey studying business with the idea of finishing and trying to be well of financially. It wasn't until I started really understanding the importance of college and actually trying to better peoples lives. I used to think college was mainly setup to help you get a job that mainly benefits you and your family financially but I don't think so. In my second year of college I started to wonder who I would benefit by making alot money and succeeding in getting my business degree? I couldn't think of anyone I'd be helping besides my family and myself. At this point I started to second guess my decision and had to really think about what I wanted to gain from ASU and life in general.
I began to look into degrees that could help me give back to my community and learn more in the process. It wasn't until I visited the ASU Downtown campus that my thoughts found quality answers and possibilities. I was amazed by what was being offered at The Downtown campus and I felt that I could learn enough to help communities benefit from having me working with them. From my time at The Downtown ASU campus I was able to learn the true importance of helping communities and how if we don't step up who will.I'm very glad that I was able to learn how communities operate and what improvements all communities could use. Following goals I care more about has been much more fun than trying to pursue a degree due to financial gains. I am excited at the opportunity to serve my community when I graduate and be a difference maker with tons of possibilities at my feet
I began to look into degrees that could help me give back to my community and learn more in the process. It wasn't until I visited the ASU Downtown campus that my thoughts found quality answers and possibilities. I was amazed by what was being offered at The Downtown campus and I felt that I could learn enough to help communities benefit from having me working with them. From my time at The Downtown ASU campus I was able to learn the true importance of helping communities and how if we don't step up who will.I'm very glad that I was able to learn how communities operate and what improvements all communities could use. Following goals I care more about has been much more fun than trying to pursue a degree due to financial gains. I am excited at the opportunity to serve my community when I graduate and be a difference maker with tons of possibilities at my feet
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Hameed,
ReplyDeleteYour post was great! For me, it made sense to explain these things in an introspective sort of way. I feel like most students go through this sort of exploration period and for me, at least, it happened similarly.
Public service called to me as well and has made me really happy with the education that I am receiving. And, like you, I started in a different field as well! Great post!
I started at the WP Carey School of Business as well and switched major to the public policy and public affairs because like you, I wanted to give back to the community. But that was not the only reason though, the math requirements, calculus and statistics at WP Carey at the time looked impossible to take and because I am extremely poor at math decided to take a different route.
ReplyDeleteI am glad that I did make the change because I am fully satisfied right now with where I am at. The ways you are explaining your journey was very interesting because you set up the tone better and interesting to capture my attention. Thanks for sharing Hammed.
Hi Hameed,
ReplyDeleteIt really is amazing how much our perspectives change with new experiences and new knowledge, especially in an academic environment. I started off as an anthropology major. I love studying and experiencing different cultures, and it was my goal to be an ethnographer. Like you, it took me a couple semesters to realize that what I really wanted to do was make a difference in my community.
Great post!
- Lisset
Hello,
ReplyDeleteI attended a workshop career services event and found it to be very similar. Although I didn't secure a position, I did network with others and found it to be just as insightful. I'm too am thinking I would prefer to work for a non-profit or even local or state government, but I'm still searching for that perfect position that will allow me to make a significant contribution.