Drew University Personal Statement

As a former transfer student, from Drew University, to say I’ve experienced a sense of disillusionment is an understatement. In the past I was unsure of and discontent with my previous college and career path. But when I entered Rutgers, Newark, University, I was astounded by the immense amount of opportunities I had. Something so foreign to the past me, I had a sense of impact unlike any I felt at prior institutions. I immediately became submerged with petitions, clubs, and organizations that were reaching out to me in a way other colleges had not. This drew me deeper into the progressive movement; taking positive action and participating in initiatives that I’ve always envisioned. The most memorable of them being the Black Organization

Now in my sophomore year, I’ve discovered my love for the field officially declaring it as my major. However, to my dismay, the Newark Campus does not offer the same degree of course compared to the New Brunswick campus.In my examination of the institution, I have found an immense selection of courses and opportunities for research, internships, and fieldwork which my current school does not provide. From specialized field such as clinical, social, developmental, health, and cognitive psychology being emphasized, in a way the Newark campus does not, to each department offering unique research opportunities leads me to recognize the immeasurable amount of growth I would achieve in my studies by attending this school. Aside from my academic motivations for attending this school I also have a vast appreciation for the campus itself as I thrive amidst large setting. The diversity within its campus also leads this school to have a massive array of clubs and activities which would allow me to I continue being active on campus. I envision myself carrying on my work in progressive movements however I would now be enabled to do so on a much larger scale. It would also allow me to bring the knowledge I’ve accumulated from the Black Organization of Students in Newark and carry it on in the New Brunswick’s equivalence, the