You know, I really hated English at the start of this year. How could I appreciate a class that was so abstract? I'm a math and science guy (if you didn't already know that). I like equations and consistency. English defied every rule I had learned and it put me outside of my comfort zone. I was only taking AP English classes so that I could place out of them in college and never have to worry about writing essays again.
Fast forward to the present. I've committed to Harvey Mudd College, a STEM school in Claremont, California. Now you must be thinking.. STEM... that must mean that they have no humanities requirements, right? Wrong. Mudd requires students to take a minimum of 11 Humanities classes. In addition, Mudd doesn't accept ANY AP credit. Zero. Zip. Nada. All that time spent studying for that golden number "5" in order to fulfill those college English requirements fell through. Was I disappointed? Surprisingly, no. I can't believe it myself, but I have grown to enjoy some topics in English. I like being creative and writing down my dreams and thoughts on paper. It helps me describe a different side of myself and challenge me in a new way. For some peculiar reason, these timed essays and formal essays have grown writing. Don't get me wrong - I hate writing at the moment a prompt is thrust at me, but, looking back, it feels good to see what I accomplished.
I'm excited for college and, believe it or not, I'm excited for college English. It's not just a requirement I have to fulfill, but a class that will help me express myself in a way that I never thought I could. Thanks to everyone in my AP English class for making it a great year!
In other news, I would like to share just how amazing my school is -- enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=KEBJmZL8G1E
