My college years were a turning point in my life. Every day was filled with joy simply because I had found a field I could study with passion. Back then, getting into university held as much significance as passing the civil service examination in ancient times.
The elation I felt upon hearing the news of my acceptance is hard to put into words. In our era, there was a tradition of posting the list of successful applicants directly on the university bulletin board. After taking the exam, we had to go to the university in person and wait for that fateful moment.
The department I chose only admitted 20 out of about 100 applicants. The tension and anticipation I felt standing in front of that paper, with names listed from 1 to 20, is still vivid in my memory.
Looking back, it seems like such an unsophisticated time. But the joy and sense of achievement in that moment was a precious experience I wouldn't trade for anything. From elementary school to university, we tasted the sweetness of success in this manner at every stage.
I believe these experiences made us stronger and more patient. While the immediacy of modern conveniences is nice, there's an important life lesson in experiencing the art of waiting and the explosive joy that comes at the end.
University admission wasn't simply the start of academic life. It was an entry into a new world, the opening of a new chapter in my life. Reflecting on that time, I realize that even the difficulties served as fertilizer for my growth.
College life was a time of not only academic growth but also personal maturation. It was a period dense with encounters with people from diverse backgrounds, exposure to new ideas, and processes of self-discovery.
The influence of the professors I met in my chosen field was particularly profound. Their passion and knowledge stimulated my academic curiosity and led me to deeper exploration. Even now, my heart races when I think of those nights spent in debate and research.
Moreover, college was a crucial period for developing awareness of social issues and a sense of civic engagement. Living through the social and political upheavals of the time, we came to believe that we could contribute to changing the world, not just sit at our desks and study.
However, not everything was smooth sailing. There were various challenges: the burden of studies, anxiety about the future, and sometimes competition with peers. But in overcoming these difficulties, I became stronger and learned how to surpass my limits.
College was also a time for making lifelong friends. The hours spent studying all night chasing the same dreams, sharing our worries - these times remain a vital asset in my life. The friendships forged then have become precious, unchanging connections that have withstood the test of time.
Looking back now, my college years were a crucial period for laying the foundation of my life. It was a time of development in many aspects - academic growth, personal maturation, raising social consciousness, and forming lifelong relationships. It's no exaggeration to say that the experiences and learnings from that time made me who I am today.
The elation I felt upon hearing the news of my acceptance is hard to put into words. In our era, there was a tradition of posting the list of successful applicants directly on the university bulletin board. After taking the exam, we had to go to the university in person and wait for that fateful moment.
The department I chose only admitted 20 out of about 100 applicants. The tension and anticipation I felt standing in front of that paper, with names listed from 1 to 20, is still vivid in my memory.
Looking back, it seems like such an unsophisticated time. But the joy and sense of achievement in that moment was a precious experience I wouldn't trade for anything. From elementary school to university, we tasted the sweetness of success in this manner at every stage.
I believe these experiences made us stronger and more patient. While the immediacy of modern conveniences is nice, there's an important life lesson in experiencing the art of waiting and the explosive joy that comes at the end.
University admission wasn't simply the start of academic life. It was an entry into a new world, the opening of a new chapter in my life. Reflecting on that time, I realize that even the difficulties served as fertilizer for my growth.
College life was a time of not only academic growth but also personal maturation. It was a period dense with encounters with people from diverse backgrounds, exposure to new ideas, and processes of self-discovery.
The influence of the professors I met in my chosen field was particularly profound. Their passion and knowledge stimulated my academic curiosity and led me to deeper exploration. Even now, my heart races when I think of those nights spent in debate and research.
Moreover, college was a crucial period for developing awareness of social issues and a sense of civic engagement. Living through the social and political upheavals of the time, we came to believe that we could contribute to changing the world, not just sit at our desks and study.
However, not everything was smooth sailing. There were various challenges: the burden of studies, anxiety about the future, and sometimes competition with peers. But in overcoming these difficulties, I became stronger and learned how to surpass my limits.
College was also a time for making lifelong friends. The hours spent studying all night chasing the same dreams, sharing our worries - these times remain a vital asset in my life. The friendships forged then have become precious, unchanging connections that have withstood the test of time.
Looking back now, my college years were a crucial period for laying the foundation of my life. It was a time of development in many aspects - academic growth, personal maturation, raising social consciousness, and forming lifelong relationships. It's no exaggeration to say that the experiences and learnings from that time made me who I am today.
