Now that you have examined the communities you have been part of in the past and considered how they generate knowledge, let's explore a specific community you could belong to during your university education.

 

To do this, you may either (1) reflect further on a local community you already belong to, or (2) explore new opportunities for joining a community on campus or in the local area. Communities you might consider exploring include an academic major, a student group, a political organization, a fitness group, an arts workshop, a local non-profit organization, a faith group, a career network, an academic club, etc. You are not limited to these types of communities; they are merely examples to help get you thinking.

 

Compose 300 words about your interests and goals for college. To help you do this, consider the following questions:

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• What do you want to learn about?

• What skills do you want to develop?

• How do you want to help others?

• What can you contribute to the university and the local area?

• How do you want others to remember you after you graduate?

 

Make sure you consider groups that will support your goals and interests. If you are interested in seeking out new communities, you might start by exploring organizations that are affiliated with the Office of Student Leadership and Community Engagement or browsing UMBeInvolved.