I love Converse:)

Hi, I am Emma Ostapeck, and I am a music therapy major. I hope you enjoy my blog!

1. I decided to come to college because I did not feel confident that I could be successful at this time without a college degree. My dad did not complete four years of college, but now he is a sub-contractor and owns a successful construction company. One of the students that graduated from my high school joined the Navy and plans to attends college later. In my opinion, both my dad and friend were incredibly brave for facing the world at such a young age and finding a way to be successful. I, however, am not ready to go out into the world alone. I hope to spend at least four more years in school so that I can continue to learn and earn a degree that will help me build a company of my own one day.

2. Yes, Converse is a very expensive college, but after considering three others, it seemed like the college for me. I also considered attending Appalachian State University, Queens University in Charlotte, and Charleston Southern University. I am currently a music therapy major, so it is very difficult to find colleges that offer my major. The faculty at the other schools were very nice, but I could not envision myself at one of those schools for the next four years. When I visited Converse, I was greeted by knowledgeable, enthusiastic people that truly had a passion for Converse. The students that were walking through the halls smiled at me and made me feel at home. The music therapy faculty and clarinet teacher made me feel welcomed and assured me that I would be able to get the education I needed here at Converse. I would not be happier anywhere else. Converse is expense, but I have received academic and music scholarships that have helped pay for the tuition.

3. I have been playing music since I was in fourth grade. Sometimes practicing can be incredibly frustrating, but overall I have had some great experiences playing music. I have participated in various honor bands and ensembles while in high school. I have also had the opportunity to play with many professional musicians. Playing music relieves my stress and makes me feel happier. I enjoyed learning other subjects such as math and science, but I cannot see myself having any other occupation besides playing music and helping others.

4. If I were to give up cereal or sandwiches, I would choose cereal because I can substitute cereal with other breakfast foods, but sandwiches are hard to replace. There are also many types of sandwiches, so it would be difficult to become tired of eating them.