“What school can teach me how to be a successful anthropology while simultaneously challenging me to
improve?’ I asked myself as I researched the potential colleges available for the quest bridge applicants.
As I moved down the quest bridge provided list I found Colorado College. A quick google search later
and the answer to my question seemed near. By this point I was already intellectually intrigued by the
block plan. But still i was looking for something that would set Colorado’s Anthropology program apart
from the others. That’s when I saw the specific tailored approach to field work and ethnography. More
than providing a basic understanding of Anthropology Colorado gave students an opportunity to take
the knowledge provided in
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In my views learning how to utilize the
knowledge provide by four years of study is crucial to being able to succeed in the work field.
Another reason that I wish to attend Colorado College is the Block Plan. I have never heard of such an
unorthodox approach towards teaching. Quite honestly, in my opinion it’s ingenious. Focusing on one
sole class enables the student to do better and excel in their course. For an honors student, this option
is extremely appealing. I know how grueling and exhausting it is to juggle intensive, rigorous classes in
addition to sports, extracurricular, jobs and home responsibilities. By giving a student breathing space
they have the opportunity to do exponential better than if they had to divide their attention amongst
multiple classes. However, this means that the class will be more rigorous and require more time
investment outside of class than any other class I have ever experience. The beauty of the Block
Program is that the challenging aspect is still present because the classes are more interactive, more
focused and more rigorous but still allow breathing space for the student. For someone who likes