Ever since I was a boy, I dream of becoming an Architect someday. Since I was a young boy I channeled my creative juices by making diorama images of many things. I have also invested time and effort improving my skills. I have also created a variety of models from simple to complex. In the future, I dream of making a name for myself by becoming one of the best diorama artists in the United States.
I am presently enrolled at the North Seattle Community College where I am taking a two-year course. At the time I transferred to the United States, my parents and I thought that NSCC was the best choice since it was the college closest to my apartment and it is situated in a quiet neighborhood. Since I am an international student I also thought that NSCC will help me make the transition from a high school in Indonesia to big college or university in the United States easier. After almost two years of studying, I know that I am ready to take on a bigger challenge and go to a bigger university.
The two years in NSCC was mainly spent on improving my written and oral communication skills which I feel have vastly improved. As a student, I can say that I am a better student now that when I first came here. I excel in creative and critical thinking classes. Though I dislike memorization in class I exert my best effort to absorb the information being discussed in the classroom.
I chose the University of Washington because in Indonesia it is known as one of the premiere schools in this state. Many of my friends have studied in UW and encouraged me to transfer my studies in UW when I am ready. It is also considered as the best choice by the people in our community. The UW is also a famous university when it comes to Architecture.
My dream of becoming a full-pledged and licensed Architect motivated me to transfer to a four-year course. I felt that at the time that I came to the United States I was not yet ready to go to a big college or university. For this reason, I studied first at NSCC to improve my communication skills. Now that I am ready to go to a big college or university, I have decided to pursue Architecture. I also know that the UW can help me become one of the best Architects in the United States.
No person can really be prepared for what lies ahead. However, I am confident in saying that there has been a big improvement in my oral and written communication skills since the time I first arrived in this country. My study habits have also improved and I am now more responsible in managing my time. Moreover, I have been dreaming of taking Architecture since I was in junior high school. I am motivated to finish this course because my interests and inclinations are towards drawing and designing things. My hobbies are also buying, remodeling and painting scale model kits and creating a diorama. Some of my achievements are the artworks that I have done in the past which are superior to any other artwork of the persons I know. Since I have invested so much time and money into my craft, I can guarantee that I have superior art portfolio than any other person.
There are many benefits in going to the UW. First is that practicality speaking, as a government-owned educational institution, UW is cheaper compared to other private colleges and universities. Since my parents are older I can help them save a big amount of money in going to this university. Secondly, I do not have to take several subjects which I have taken in NSCC again since these subjects will be credited at the UW. Thirdly, the Department of Architecture of UW has a strong reputation in developing students. I know it can help me perfect my skills in making dioramas.
As I moved in to the United States, I noticed that the Asian culture is different from the American culture. Since I was new in this country, I had to adjust with the way of life here in the United States. As a typical Asian I am quite conservative and an introvert. It is very challenging to live in the United States where the people are out-going, frank and care-free. One of the hardest adjust I had to made is the fast-paced lifestyle in the United States. Yet, I am happy that I get to experience living in this country and studying in one of its prestigious universities and experiencing its rich culture and tradition.
Since my family is not rich we had to make a lot of sacrifices so that I could get to study in a good college and university. We all try to save money and avoid spending on unnecessary items. My father, the head of the family, is already sixty (60) years old. He has stopped working and there is a sense of urgency on my part to finish my studies so that I can help the family with the finances. When I was still young, I remember my father telling me to grow up and become a responsible adult. I have always kept that in mind.
The second most difficult challenge is to live alone in the United States far away from my relatives and friends. I had missed a lot of family occasions because we know the importance of living in the United States to get a college education for our future.
I spend most of my time studying. I also work at the local bookstore to partially support my expenses for studying. When I have a free time, I spend time doing my hobby which is creating a diorama. I have invested so much time and effort in this hobby by going into various hobby forums on the web and buying a variety of tools to improve my craft. Throughout the years I have encountered many obstacles to perfect my craft. I have also learned so many things from this hobby. I can say that I have improved a lot since I made my first model.
I cannot think of any other school that can help me reach my goal aside from University of Washington-Seattle. I look forward to be given the opportunity to spend my college days in this university and to be able to prove that I am worthy. I am certain that my education in this university will pave the way for a brighter future for me.
I am presently enrolled at the North Seattle Community College where I am taking a two-year course. At the time I transferred to the United States, my parents and I thought that NSCC was the best choice since it was the college closest to my apartment and it is situated in a quiet neighborhood. Since I am an international student I also thought that NSCC will help me make the transition from a high school in Indonesia to big college or university in the United States easier. After almost two years of studying, I know that I am ready to take on a bigger challenge and go to a bigger university.
The two years in NSCC was mainly spent on improving my written and oral communication skills which I feel have vastly improved. As a student, I can say that I am a better student now that when I first came here. I excel in creative and critical thinking classes. Though I dislike memorization in class I exert my best effort to absorb the information being discussed in the classroom.
I chose the University of Washington because in Indonesia it is known as one of the premiere schools in this state. Many of my friends have studied in UW and encouraged me to transfer my studies in UW when I am ready. It is also considered as the best choice by the people in our community. The UW is also a famous university when it comes to Architecture.
My dream of becoming a full-pledged and licensed Architect motivated me to transfer to a four-year course. I felt that at the time that I came to the United States I was not yet ready to go to a big college or university. For this reason, I studied first at NSCC to improve my communication skills. Now that I am ready to go to a big college or university, I have decided to pursue Architecture. I also know that the UW can help me become one of the best Architects in the United States.
No person can really be prepared for what lies ahead. However, I am confident in saying that there has been a big improvement in my oral and written communication skills since the time I first arrived in this country. My study habits have also improved and I am now more responsible in managing my time. Moreover, I have been dreaming of taking Architecture since I was in junior high school. I am motivated to finish this course because my interests and inclinations are towards drawing and designing things. My hobbies are also buying, remodeling and painting scale model kits and creating a diorama. Some of my achievements are the artworks that I have done in the past which are superior to any other artwork of the persons I know. Since I have invested so much time and money into my craft, I can guarantee that I have superior art portfolio than any other person.
There are many benefits in going to the UW. First is that practicality speaking, as a government-owned educational institution, UW is cheaper compared to other private colleges and universities. Since my parents are older I can help them save a big amount of money in going to this university. Secondly, I do not have to take several subjects which I have taken in NSCC again since these subjects will be credited at the UW. Thirdly, the Department of Architecture of UW has a strong reputation in developing students. I know it can help me perfect my skills in making dioramas.
As I moved in to the United States, I noticed that the Asian culture is different from the American culture. Since I was new in this country, I had to adjust with the way of life here in the United States. As a typical Asian I am quite conservative and an introvert. It is very challenging to live in the United States where the people are out-going, frank and care-free. One of the hardest adjust I had to made is the fast-paced lifestyle in the United States. Yet, I am happy that I get to experience living in this country and studying in one of its prestigious universities and experiencing its rich culture and tradition.
Since my family is not rich we had to make a lot of sacrifices so that I could get to study in a good college and university. We all try to save money and avoid spending on unnecessary items. My father, the head of the family, is already sixty (60) years old. He has stopped working and there is a sense of urgency on my part to finish my studies so that I can help the family with the finances. When I was still young, I remember my father telling me to grow up and become a responsible adult. I have always kept that in mind.
The second most difficult challenge is to live alone in the United States far away from my relatives and friends. I had missed a lot of family occasions because we know the importance of living in the United States to get a college education for our future.
I spend most of my time studying. I also work at the local bookstore to partially support my expenses for studying. When I have a free time, I spend time doing my hobby which is creating a diorama. I have invested so much time and effort in this hobby by going into various hobby forums on the web and buying a variety of tools to improve my craft. Throughout the years I have encountered many obstacles to perfect my craft. I have also learned so many things from this hobby. I can say that I have improved a lot since I made my first model.
I cannot think of any other school that can help me reach my goal aside from University of Washington-Seattle. I look forward to be given the opportunity to spend my college days in this university and to be able to prove that I am worthy. I am certain that my education in this university will pave the way for a brighter future for me.
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