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1、Life at Harvard University,1 I remember when I first found out that I had been accepted via Early Action to Stanford University. I was in the car when the email popped up in my inbox letting me know I had gotten into my dream school, and I burst into tears of pure joy. I spent the next few months im
2、agining myself as a Cardinal, and preparing myself to accept their invitation.,Life at Harvard University Michelle Lee,2 However, when the remaining admissions decisions came out, words cant begin to describe the excitement I felt when I learned that I was also accepted to Harvard University. Thus,
3、I faced one of the toughest,decisions in choosing between Stanford and Harvard.,Life at Harvard University,3 I decided to visit both campuses before making my final decision, and to my surprise, fell in love with Harvard. I had been so set on becoming a Cardinal that I hadnt given serious thought to
4、 the possibility of going somewhere else. As soon as I set foot in Harvard, everything felt right. The campus, the classes, the people, all made me realize there was no place else I wanted to spend the next four years.,Life at Harvard University,4 After I enrolled at Harvard, I was eager to start th
5、e next phase of my life, but anxious at the thought of being across the country so far from home. Saying my goodbyes to my family and friends made me fully aware of my newfound,independence. I had no idea what to expect, and I feared that I would be lost at such a prestigious institution.,Life at Ha
6、rvard University,5 One semester later, I have to say that I had made the best decision of my life. I have found my home, and I have become part of the Harvard community in so many different ways.,6 In a few short months, if Ive learned anything, its that college is far from easy. Academics are harde
7、r than ever, but I have the freedom to study whatever concentration interests me. I applied as a pre-med student but this semester has shown me that there are virtually limitless options to explore before declaring my major next year.,Life at Harvard University,7 Classes often consist of lectures by
8、 professors together with smaller sections taught by graduate students, and supplemental student study groups. Collaboration in study groups is a huge part of surviving Harvards tough academic load. If I ever felt overloaded, I only,had to walk down the stairs to see my proctor, or set up a meeting
9、with my academic adviser.,Life at Harvard University,8 This past December brought long, comprehensive exams that make up finals period, but Harvards reading period, a dead week with no classes, was certainly a nice change from high school. There was even a Primal Scream to kick off finals week, with
10、 hundreds of stark-naked Harvard students running around the Yard at midnight in a time-old tradition.,Life at Harvard University,9 Outside class, Im part of Harvards Crimson Dance Team (CDT). CDT has the perfect blend of dance and spirit. Having danced competitively in the past, I was looking to re
11、new my passion and was thrilled to discover that CDT would compete at nationals in Disney World this January.,Life at Harvard University,10 As Senior Class President at Dublin High School, I loved being a part of the leadership team and wanted to find an avenue to continue leadership in college. The
12、 First Year Social Committee (FYSC) was exactly what I was looking for. Our first event, Fright Fest, was a,Halloween costume catwalk and dance. It was a huge success, with over 1,000 members of our class attending!,Life at Harvard University,11 One of the best things Harvard has to offer is its div
13、ersity. Ive already met so many incredible people from all over the world, and many of my closest friends are international from places like Macedonia, Switzerland, Germany, and Greece. Listening to them makes me keen to study abroad in the future. Every single person here has the drive to learn and
14、 succeed, and I need only look across my classroom to find inspiration.,Life at Harvard University,12 This year, I live in a suite with four other girls from all over the country and abroad. We live in the Wigglesworth Hall dorm, which is at the edge of Harvard Yard, where all the freshmen live. Luc
15、kily, were closest to the Lamont and Widener libraries, where youll find students at all hours studying for the next exam or passed out on a desk! Our window overlooks Massachusetts Avenue, in the heart of Harvard Square.,Life at Harvard University,There you can find the Starbucks frequented by your
16、s truly, the Chinese and pizza places open for late-night munchies, and the Coop, where we buy all of our books and school supplies. Whats great about Harvard and its surrounding area is that everything is so accessible. Annenberg, our beautiful Hogwarts-like dining hall, is only a,few minutes away from the Yard and the majority of my classes are held within the Yard and the Science Center right outside so I can walk everywhere.,Life at Harvard
