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How To Be A Productive Member Of Your University

I know it may sound like a cliche, but everyone has the opportunity to be involved and make a difference.

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How To Be A Productive Member Of Your University

I have identified as an extrovert for as long as I knew what extroversion was. Before that, I knew that I was someone who had a desire to put forth my efforts and try different things. I controlled my own destiny without letting it control me. In middle school, I was always eager to play football at recess.

I did not care who was on my team because I was determined to make it work no matter who was playing. After school was not much different. I had various friend groups and we always enjoyed getting out into the world (whatever that really meant for an eighth grader). In high school, I made the conscious effort to be involved, not only academically, but also with sports and other extracurriculars. Now that I am in college, I find it more important than ever to be involved as a productive member of society.

As it stands right now at this very moment, I believe that I am in a sort of gateway period of my life that connects my academic career to the "real world." This is not to say that there is a clear-cut distinction between the two. I think that most, if not all can agree that it is a slow transition. As I move forward, I see these different methods of involvement as additional gateways into the real world.

On one hand, being involved allows you to meet and interact with others who possess similar interests. On another hand, being involved can help you to develop skills that can be used to help further your career. If it were cut-and-dry, then I would not be carrying these skills and friendships with me as I move forward. For those of you who are reading this, think about some of your closest friends and try to reflect on how you met them. Was it due to your involvement in a fraternity? Sorority? Sports organization? Being productive within your university can have exponential benefits.

I just recently got back from Florida with the Cleveland State University club baseball team. This is something I have done every year for the last four spring breaks. Players come and go, and I continue to keep in touch with the majority of them. This goes to show that the bonds I have formed due to being a part of the club extend further than just on the field. We get a handful of new players every spring, and our annual Florida trip helps bring everyone together before the start of our spring season.

This is the kind of involvement I have strived for all my life. I previously mentioned that I identify as an extrovert, but that does not mean you have to be an extrovert to become involved. I believe that it is possible to work with others, despite introversion.

I know it may sound like a cliche, but everyone has the opportunity to be involved and make a difference. Without my involvement, I know that would not have enjoyed my college experience thus far. Have the courage of your convictions and strive forward.

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