Vandesha Walker’s College Choices

The following is a list of 5 colleges and/or universities that I am interested in applying to in the future. They are:

 Spelman College- I would major in art because that is what I am really passionate about and I like the fact that Spelman is a successful all girls college and I like the area of Atlanta Georgia.

 Howard University- I would major in communications and journalism because I love to write and after visiting Howard in 2008, I saw some things that really caught my eyes.

 John Jay College of Criminal Justice- I would major in forensics because ever since I started watching CSI I just became really interested in that area or work and that is what John Jay offers.

 CUNY Kingsborough College- I would major in Arts visual and performing because it is a way where I could showing my feelings without saying them and this college is in a convenient area for me.

 Morgan State University- I would major in Theatre Arts because I have always wanted to be an actress and I did a little research on this college and I saw a couple things that I liked about it.

To read about the first mission trip to South Africa in 2008, please go to: http://angelrockproject.com/arp/projects/journey_for_change.asp

Journey for Change: Empowering Youth Through Global Service uplifts the lives of inner-city youth through global travel, volunteerism and advocacy work.  More information on the program can be found at www.angelrockproject.com.

Dasia Carr’s College Choices

Three potential majors I’d like to pursue are business, law and theatre management. The 5 institutions I am looking into are New York University, Howard University, George Mason University, Spelman College and Dartmouth College. My historical black college is Spelman and my out of state colleges are Howard, Dartmouth and George Mason. I chose NYU because they have a good film program where I can pursue the theatre management major and the same is true for George Mason University. I’d attend Howard for either business or theatre management. I am interested in attending Dartmouth College because it is one of the top business schools in the United States. Spelman would be excellent for their general theatre arts program.

To read about the first mission trip to South Africa in 2008, please go to: http://angelrockproject.com/arp/projects/journey_for_change.asp

Journey for Change: Empowering Youth Through Global Service uplifts the lives of inner-city youth through global travel, volunteerism and advocacy work.  More information on the program can be found at www.angelrockproject.com.

Donovan Rogers’ College Choices

Dear JFC Followers,

Attending college should be a priority for all high school students. It’s one of the most important decisions we will make in our lives.

The two colleges I chose locally are John Jay College and Fashion Institute of Technology (F.I.T.). I’m very interested in the Criminal Justice and Forensic Science programs at John Jay College. I’ve also always wanted to design sneakers, and everyone knows that in New York City, Fashion Institute of Technology is the school to attend if you’re interested in Art & Design.

The three out-of-state colleges I selected are Harvard University, Howard University and Yale University. Harvard and Yale are Ivy League schools that are very difficult to qualify for.  It would be great to list an Ivy League school on my future resume. I chose Howard University because our founder and leader Malaak Compton-Rock received her degree in Arts/Production Management from Howard University. I would seriously consider attending a historically black college or university such as this one.

  Finally, there is one other major I’ve been interested in for a long time…Veterinary Medicine. I chose this major because I love animals! The University of Pennsylvania is one of the top schools in the country to earn a degree in Veterinary Medicine. I also chose this school because my Auntie Shelley earned her Doctorate in Sociology there. She is currently an Assistant Professor of Sociology and Black Studies at Virginia Tech.

 Some people may have accomplished their goals without a college degree. However, I don’t want any obstacles standing in my way. The U.S. Census Bureau reported that employees with a college education earned nearly double the salary of those with only a high school education. It is clear to me the importance of earning a college degree!

Your friend,

Donovan Rogers

To read about the first mission trip to South Africa in 2008, please go to: http://angelrockproject.com/arp/projects/journey_for_change.asp

Journey for Change: Empowering Youth Through Global Service uplifts the lives of inner-city youth through global travel, volunteerism and advocacy work.  More information on the program can be found at www.angelrockproject.com.

Jordan Ratley’s College Choices

I love college but if I had to choose 5 I would pick Oregon, Stanford, Howard, Morehouse and Boise State. My majors would have to be business, public affairs and law and engineering. And because I have a love for sports, I hope to get an athletic scholarship. I am into business because my mom and dad are trying to create a business and when I get older, I will be able to surpass the challenges that lie ahead. Engineering sounds great because I am very skilled and technical. I like criminal justice and public affairs and law because my mom works with the state as a corrections officer and it would be nice to carry on the tradition. 

To read about the first mission trip to South Africa in 2008, please go to: http://angelrockproject.com/arp/projects/journey_for_change.asp

Journey for Change: Empowering Youth Through Global Service uplifts the lives of inner-city youth through global travel, volunteerism and advocacy work.  More information on the program can be found at www.angelrockproject.com.

What to Do About Students Low Reading Scores in New York by Jasmine Figueroa

The ideas that I have to strengthen New York’s school and the whole system are the following. First, I would advocate for more after-school programs with a focus on Math and English. Second, I would have longer school days with extra times for both Math and English.

To read about the first mission trip to South Africa in 2008, please go to: http://angelrockproject.com/arp/projects/journey_for_change.asp

Journey for Change: Empowering Youth Through Global Service uplifts the lives of inner-city youth through global travel, volunteerism and advocacy work.  More information on the program can be found at www.angelrockproject.com.

Joshua Hall’s College Choices

I graduate from high school next year and have started applying to the following colleges.

• University of Virginia
• Morehouse College
• Syracuse University
• The City College of New York
• Fordham University

I plan to major in either Bio-medical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, with a strong lean towards bio-medical engineering.    I chose the colleges listed above because they have a good engineering program, the college campus lifestyle seems similar to mine,  the graduation rates for African-Americans is good and the ratio between African-Americans and other groups is balanced.  Although my preference is University of Virginia which is an out of state college, I am also okay with colleges here in New York.  The City College of New York has a great program and many come from far to attend this college.

To read about the first mission trip to South Africa in 2008, please go to: http://angelrockproject.com/arp/projects/journey_for_change.asp

Journey for Change: Empowering Youth Through Global Service uplifts the lives of inner-city youth through global travel, volunteerism and advocacy work.  More information on the program can be found at www.angelrockproject.com.

Albert Brunn’s College Choices

Hey world,

 This is Albert.  My 5 college choices so far are Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Colby College, Columbia University School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Virginia Tech College of Architecture and Urban Studies and Westwood College.

 I chose Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences because I want to become an architect/engineer.  It would serve the engineering part of my future career.  If I attend this school, engineering would be my major.  If I end up at Colby College I would like to major in engineering.  I’ve taken a school trip there and I loved it.  The people were great.  The environment and classes were excellent.  Everything seemed perfect for me.

 If I were to attend Columbia University School of Engineering and Applied Sciences I would major in engineering.  I would like to go to this school because I have taken a tour of it, and the school is wonderful.  Another reason I would attend this school is because it’s close to home.  I could get a great education and still enjoy New York City life.  That’s the best of both worlds!

 I would attend Virginia Tech College of Architecture and Urban Studies, because I want to be an architect, while still focusing on engineering.  I think I’d enjoy studying at Westwood College, and majoring in Auto-CAD and Design.  I would go there because I am already using Auto-CAD in my high school.  I would enter college with experience and knowledge of the program.  This would be beneficial while I’m working on becoming an architect /Engineer. 

To read about the first mission trip to South Africa in 2008, please go to: http://angelrockproject.com/arp/projects/journey_for_change.asp

Journey for Change: Empowering Youth Through Global Service uplifts the lives of inner-city youth through global travel, volunteerism and advocacy work.  More information on the program can be found at www.angelrockproject.com.

What to Do About Students Low Reading Scores in New York by Vandesha Walker

I think that a lot of these students really need mentors to guide them on the right path. Many of them are living in homes with single parents that have to work day in and day out and the stress from that is probably affecting how they do in school. I know that it is not really the school’s problem and none of their business but maybe if they provide an afterschool program where students can get tutoring, then maybe their grades will improve.

To read about the first mission trip to South Africa in 2008, please go to: http://angelrockproject.com/arp/projects/journey_for_change.asp

Journey for Change: Empowering Youth Through Global Service uplifts the lives of inner-city youth through global travel, volunteerism and advocacy work.  More information on the program can be found at www.angelrockproject.com.

What to Do About Students Low Reading Scores in New York by Donovan Rogers

Dear JFC Followers,

There have been numerous reports of New York’s public school fourth and fifth graders performing below grade average in reading and math. our drop out rate is also well over the national average. No child wants to feel like they can’t do something. It’s like a hard video game that they give up on. They also don’t want to feel embarrassed that their classmates are smarter than them. It’s possible that some students are struggling to understand, and are afraid to raise their hands for help because they are ashamed their classmates will make fun of them.

The only solution to this problem is for the schools to provide extra tutoring perhaps during lunch periods or after school. I experienced the same problem a few years ago when I was struggling with math. However, my parents made sure that I took advantage of various after school programs available to improve my skills. Kids learn at a much faster rate when they receive one-on-one sessions rather than in a classroom with 30 other students. Give the children the attention they deserve!

 Your friend,

Donovan Rogers

To read about the first mission trip to South Africa in 2008, please go to: http://angelrockproject.com/arp/projects/journey_for_change.asp

Journey for Change: Empowering Youth Through Global Service uplifts the lives of inner-city youth through global travel, volunteerism and advocacy work.  More information on the program can be found at www.angelrockproject.com.

What to Do About Students Low Reading Scores in New York by Joshua Hall

Many of these schools in New York are operating in the dark ages and are not using the right tools to stimulate an interest in learning.  Most fourth & fifth graders are computer literate, they are pros at using social media sites, most have some knowledge on how to create a website, many are starting their own businesses, they blog, use chat rooms and so much more.  How can schools that don’t even have computers compete with that?  Most schools in New York don’t even have a science lab.  Schools are using the same methods, same books, same old furniture from the 60’s and 70’s.   We also need new teachers who want to teach and are not just there to get a paycheck or just finishing out their time so that they can retire-we hear that a lot in New York. Parents also need to take an interest in their children and the school that they attend by doing their homework. 

To read about the first mission trip to South Africa in 2008, please go to: http://angelrockproject.com/arp/projects/journey_for_change.asp

Journey for Change: Empowering Youth Through Global Service uplifts the lives of inner-city youth through global travel, volunteerism and advocacy work.  More information on the program can be found at www.angelrockproject.com.