Michigan State University

Sorry for the lack of posting in recent days. I had to go help my sister move out of her house at Michigan State University (MSU). This wasn't the first time I had been there, and I hope it won't be the last time.

I am approaching the start of my junior year in high school. Therefore, it is time for me to start thinking about my future after high school. Actually, I have been thinking about life after high school for quite some time. I want to attend college once I complete high school.

With the choice of college, I have many possibilities because the United States has thousands of colleges. I have been contemplating different choices that have appealed to me, and I have come to a conclusion. I want to go to an in-state college. One reason for an in-state college is because the prices are cheaper for public colleges that are state funded (only if you are a resident of the state). Another reason is because then I can be a far distance from my family, but yet close enough to home to return for occasions such as the holidays.

There are a few other reasons MSU appeals to me. One, it has a large population and quite a bit of diversity. Two, it is a big ten school so sporting events would be great fun. Three, I know many people who are MSU Alumni, including my sister. Four, from staying there, the social life at MSU seems like a blast! Lastly, the academics may not be at the same level of Harvard, but that's probably why its a fun social school. Michigan State has good academics, but don't be expecting Ivy League material.

Previously, I wanted to attend a good academic college and study pre-law. The only reason I wanted that was so after college I could go to law school, become a corporate lawyer, and make tons of money.

As I have gotten older and matured more, I have started to realize how short life is and how material possessions aren't as important as I used to think. It's human nature to want nice possessions and lots of money (known as greed). I still place a high importance on being successful and making money, but I have now started to realize that family and friends are of higher importance. They are just nice benefits to have along with good friends and family.

I believe at MSU it's possible to achieve a good balance of social life and academics. Furthermore, for the price it would be hard to go wrong with MSU.

After considering all the previous reasons, I am highly considering MSU as a possibility for after high school. As I stated previously:

"This wasn't the first time I had been there, and I hope it won't be the last time."

Hope to see you, MSU, in the fall of 2007.