Initially, I didn't see a point in taking my schooling and education very seriously, because I thought-well if everyone has to do it does it really matter? I preferred to stand out in the crowd for a laugh opposed to in the classroom academically. I enjoyed the thrill of making people laugh over the pride in my coursework. So for years I glided through school enjoying the days with my peers and barely getting by with my grades. The key realization for me happened when I understood that the point of no return was approaching, I would need to decide my path. Though how could I? Even my decision of what to wear every morning, once I slumped out of bed half an hour late, depended on whatever was closest to throw on and, smelt halfway decent. Now it's senior year. I have expectations to follow my dreams and choose a life to …show more content…
Now, the next part of my life depend on what I want to be and, how hard I am willing to do about it.
Ironically, considering my previous interest in standard education, my current career interest is in teaching. Ideally, I would love to teach at the college level, possibly physics or political sciences. Each have peaked my curiosity and stimulated my mind as a result of engaging instructors. After discovering this, I knew I needed to find my college fit. Though what was I even looking for? I knew I wanted to stay in-state, a diverse campus would be invigorating, and of course had the courses I would need for my future career. A beautiful campus couldn't hurt, and a priority outlook on our environment is always a plus. As a school several of my friends and peers were considering, Western made my possibility list. Impressively exceeding my requests and, filling needs I wasn't aware I should have for my college of choice. One key attribute I find very attractive about Western and its students, is it's ability and interest to be on the front lines of change. I myself, worked on a local