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Essay / Pursuing a Degree in Psychology - 551
During my first semester of college, when I was enrolled in Introduction to Psychology (Psych 101), I developed a new love for school and learning. I started out so engrossed in every aspect that I never wanted the course to end. It was from that moment that I decided to continue my studies in psychology. After three years, I realized that there was still a lot of knowledge to be acquired in this field. Therefore, I wish to continue my studies at Queens College School of Psychology Graduate Program. I thought a lot about choosing to major in school psychology. I made my decision because of the memories I have from college. My 7th grade school psychologist set up a “girls group” where we could discuss topics that weren't covered in class. The “girl group” consisted of six girls, all friends, including myself. We met once a week and each week we chose the topic to discuss from a hat. We chose at random, so that no one would feel isolated or embarrassed by the chosen topic. The topics were mainly questions that each girl was wondering about...