During my second year, a friend of mine who's going to join the Council of Student Organizations told me about the org and insisted on me joining as well. I inquired about it and kept reading over and over again the content of the brochure that was given to me. I really wasn't so sure whether to join or not because I had a feeling I don't have the qualifications to be part of it. I mean... it manages 38 organizations in the university! What can I do for it? And first off.. will I even be accepted? I knew it will be tough because I'll have to juggle it with academics. I kept asking myself "Should I go for it?" I filled up the form and waited until it's the last day of recruitment. I was in front of their booth, ready to submit the application form but... I hesitated and backed out.
On my third year, I went all out. I joined different organizations and was active in most of it. Of course, I also applied for the one my friend introduced to me. A great thing about it is that I was able to meet a lot of people. I gained new friends and experienced a heck of fun with them. I was finally allowed by my parents to have an overnight and go to teambuildings and outings. They're still a little strict about it though. Now I can feel what college should really feel like. I wouldn't say my job in the org is easy. It has its tough times but I like what I'm doing and I'm happy to be a part of it. :)