Farewell, Staci Lyn.

Even though I initially didn’t like the idea of this program I really enjoyed myself during it. The people I met and the teachers were the best. What I loved the most about the program were the teachers that I had. My math teacher was Nate L. He was extremely helpful throughout all four weeks. I’m a visual learner and the way he taught the class was plain and simple. We were treated like children and he respected us as if we were regular Columbia students. I loved my English teacher and co-teacher Brad and Liz. Brad was the nicest teacher I’ve probably ever had. Even at times when the class was out of hand he didn’t lose his cool. He was very knowledgeable and taught us little lessons on the side to make the class more interesting. Liz was pretty awesome as well. She reminded me of one of my friends and it was easy to have conversations with her during class discussions. They were both easy to relate to and helpful during class.

Another part of the bridge program that I loved was staying in the dorms. Not everyone stayed in the dorms, but the select few that did became a family. If you asked anyone in the building about the last four weeks they would tell you that it was just like a reality show. The experience was full of drama and good times that everyone would’ve watched. In the end I am glad that I chose to stay in the dorms because of the close relationships that I formed with the other bridge students. The fact that we all were in the bridge program for a reason gave us all something to talk about. We were able to connect on other levels that we wouldn’t with other Columbia students because of our high school experiences. I will definitely miss the sixth floor.

Something I’m looking forward to in the next three years is success in any and everything that I choose to do. I really want to connect and network with people to create something that I’ve always dreamed of. I really would like to start an events planning company for the fashion and music industry and I have all the right tools right here at Columbia. I’m excited to start my first year as it has always been my dream to be here.