Before I came to Temple University I was at another small college in Harrisburg. I was miserable at that college. The work wasn’t challenging and I didn’t feel that that school could really help me with my major. I initially didn’t know what school to go to I heavily considered going to New York University but I changed my mind. I constantly anticipated the city life. I imagined how exciting it would be if I lived there. I probably wouldn’t have much money initially because of how expensive it is to live out there. I heard stories of students how pay lots of money to only live in one bed room apartments so I ruled out my decision to go to New York.
My second school choice was Florida State. I was sure that this would be the school for me. I imagined how exciting it would be to live in sunny Florida. I pictured me and my friends going to the beach. I knew how fun it would be once I got there. I spoke with my mother about me moving to Florida, I explained to her that it would be the best thing for me. She then explained that Itwould be difficult for her to reach me if anything went wrong because I’m so far away. I then changed my mind after she made that point.
My last option was Temple University. This school was my last option because it was so close to home. I reluctantly applied but as time passed on I continuously did research on this University. I had begun to feel the excited. I was able to see how Temple had one of the best communication programs. This school soon became my first choice. I called the admissions office daily and eventually found out that I got accepted. As a student now for almost two years this has been one of the best decision that I’ve ever made.
I also transferred schools after my first year of college and I think about choice somewhat often. It sounds like you realized that being close to family was important to you and also that the school in your own backyard had a lot of what you were looking for. I wonder why we sometimes find it difficult to value those things that are already a part of our lives or are close to home?
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