I was introduced to the University of Texas at Dallas when I was chosen to attend a Multicultural Scholars Symposium on the campus back in 2015. I was given the opportunity to listen to keynote speakers, go on a tour, and even meet Temoc, the university’s official mascot. After that single visit I felt the need to add UTD to my growing list of potential colleges. To my surprise, I sit here writing this essay having realized that one of my top schools is located less than an hour from the city that I grew up in, and I am doing what I can to become a student in the Academic Bridge Program because I am certain that getting a head start will not only benefit my educational goals, but my personal goals as well. Being a part of Irma Rangel Young Women’s Leadership school, I am proud to say that my middle and high school experience in a single-gender setting molded me …show more content…
The uniqueness of the program undoubtedly caught my attention because of its multidisciplinary track. Various courses such as Motion Graphics and Culture Jamming specifically stood out to me because although they are electives, they are examples of courses that would allow me to expand my areas of interests while maintaining my academic focus. Project Management would allow me to create action plans and carry out real projects, while Media Structures, Regulations, and policy would inculcate in me the knowledge I would need to produce and supervise content securely. I believe UTD’s focus on critical thinking skills would not only prepare me for a career in design and production, but also any path that I would a desire to pursue. Aside from academics, I am confident that the social ambience on campus would suit me incredibly. Whether it be the Hallyu Wave club, the ultimate frisbee team, or Radio UTD, I can proudly confirm that I would have the ability to strive not only academically, but socially as