Being around other people and getting involved is a good way to better yourself. In college it’s hard for some people to become more open and socialize. Joining one of the many groups or organizations at Iowa State is a great way to meet new friends and possibly create new job opportunities.
When I first arrived at Iowa State University campus I was bombarded with various invites to join clubs of all kinds. With so many clubs around campus, it seemed that it was pry a good idea to start looking around and see which ones interested me.
I went to a few of the clubs kickoff events which spanned over a couple of weeks. I looked into groups like Block and Bridle, ASABE, and Cyclone Power Pullers. The best part about that week was all the free food and massive amounts of prizes. I attended club fest and looked at a couple other clubs, but I knew I could only devote my time to a select few.
The two clubs I chose to join were Cyclone Power Pullers and American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers. I decided to devote most of my time to the Power Pullers. I had both an interest personally and academically in this group. There are devoted to my selected major and option. I love to work on machinery, so designing ¼ tractors for the purpose of pulling in competitions was right up my alley.
I felt I have met many new friends since joining. This certain club is also a good way to get connections with companies that could possibly end up hiring me. The first day I went to the shop to work on the machines, I was thrown right into getting greasy and trying to solve problems. This was a good way to improve leadership skills and taking on large tasks.
I feel that joining a club at Iowa State University is a great way in succeeding through college. If it’s meeting new people or working as a leader to accomplish a goal, clubs are the way to go. I think now that I’m involved in such a great organization that it will help me both with academics and with my social life. If anyone would ask me should I join a club when going to college, I would defiantly say yes.
Power Pullers sounds like a great fit for you. It's nice that it's something you enjoy and gives you experience that you can apply to your future career. Have fun with it!
ReplyDeleteI have to agree with Kelly it does seem like a good fit for you! Its great that you found something that you're interested in and also something that is related to your major!!!
ReplyDeleteim agreeing with both jessi and kelly....why do something if it doesnt interest you? its no fun that way...
ReplyDeleteChristian, you're right on the money when you say joining clubs is a great way to meet people. I wish you a lot of luck in your club enterprises, and I hope it helps you in your career pursuits.
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like a club you can really enjoy and get to know people who have similar interests as you. Youll also have to chance to develop many skills.
ReplyDeleteHhaha yeah-- it is cool that you are so open to everything :)
ReplyDeleteThis club sounds like it suits you well, and you are right ... its a great way to meet new people.
ReplyDelete:) That sounds like an awesome club for you. I do not doubt that you will get a lot from it.
ReplyDeletethe power pullers club sounds really amazing and fun! enjoy!
ReplyDeletemost def, if you cant have fun with it why bother
ReplyDeletePower Pullers sounds like fun. I prefer dealing with actual pulling tractors though as there is just that much more power to play with.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds interesting and sounds like you like it too...
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like a great club both academically and socially. It's great that you include pictures in your blog, too.
ReplyDeleteClubs are a great way to meet a lot of people who enjoy the same things as you do. It sounds like you really enjoy the club and it will be benificial to you also.
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