Living outside of New York City sparked my interest in the New School from a young age. Knowing there is a vibrate community full of like-minded individuals focusing on a creative and better future sparked my interest in working towards joining that future. As a student journalist, art lover, and environmental warrior, I feel that my presence at the New School will enhance my interests and provide the resources I need to succeed. Studying to bring about an environmentally conscious future is the most important area of study, in my opinion. The environmental studies program is the perfect option for me to begin my path in changing cities for the better. The focus on not only the physicality, but the mentality behind environmental problems will further my initiative in apprehending the necessary skills to achieve my dream. I plan on living in cities my whole life, so the environment of the school will help me become accustomed to city life as well. …show more content…
Creativity is what spurs all change, so by having students designing their ideal futures, students will go on to make those pictures reality. I have always been interested in design, but my passion lies in saving the environment, so this program will help me mend my interests into one. This may not be on my common app, but working with the Sustainable STEM club at my high school, I have previous experience in environmental design creating gardens, recycled water-bottle bird feeders, and many more projects. While my career of choice does not focus on the design side, I am thrilled that this school will include that in my