Visit to IU

Recently I had the opportunity to look around IU while in Indiana. My uncle, a former graduate student, showed me around the campus as well as the Kelley School of Business. 

One of the first things that stood out to me was the atmosphere of the campus. IU felt large and active, but still organized in a way that made it feel welcoming rather than overwhelming. Walking through the campus gave me a better sense of what student life could be like. Most of the students were taking graduation pictures.

The Kelley School of Business was one of the main points of my visit. Kelley has a strong reputation in business, finance, and economics, and it was interesting to think about how many students there are preparing for careers in those fields. As someone who has become increasingly interested in economics and public policy, it was exciting to be in an environment so focused on business education and analytical thinking.

Talking with my uncle also added another perspective to the experience. Since he attended IU as a graduate student, he was able to explain what campus life was like and point out aspects of the university that students may not notice during a normal tour. Hearing about his experiences helped me better imagine what it could be like to study there myself.

The visit also reinforced how important college environment can be when thinking about future goals. A strong academic reputation matters, but so does being in a place that feels motivating and intellectually engaging. Kelley seemed like a place where students are encouraged to think seriously about business, economics, and leadership while also preparing life outside of college.

Overall, visiting IU and the Kelley School of Business made me even more interested in the university. Seeing the campus firsthand helped turn the idea of studying business and economics there from something abstract into something much more tangible. Experiences like this continue to motivate me as I think more seriously about my future academic and career goals.