My Culturally Influenced My Life

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What do people imagine when they are asked about Mongolia? Steppes, yurts, wildlife, nomads, or Genghis Khan? Most of the time people expect this to be a regular life of a Mongolian. And who is a Mongolian girl? Does she spend most of her time cattle breeding or hunting with eagles? This lifestyle still exists. However, myself, I am almost unfamiliar with this way of living since I was born and raised in its capital, Ulaanbaatar, an ordinary developing urban city. Besides, I have spent years abroad. The foreign culture had an impact on my growth as an individual. Nonetheless, I did receive criticism that I put too much effort chasing globalization that I started forgetting our history and culture. However, just because I am attracted to …show more content…

I had a serious intention of concentrating on songwriting and video blogging. Thus I ended up writing a number of songs that I have lost the count. Besides, I would never give up on the privilege of traveling. In the past, I have traveled many times to Europe and to Asia and I chose The United States, influenced by previously earned major. All the knowledge appeared incomplete without actually visiting the country itself. I was impressed with diversity, hospitality, cultural aspects, historical sights and even variety of food. Mostly, I have spent my time getting familiar with American culture by visiting different cities, significant landmarks, museums, concerts, theaters, festivals, and events. Whenever it is possible, I strive to take chances to broaden my mind and The United States has so much to offer in terms of art, culture, and science and I believe it would be a huge contribution towards my education. Particularly, New York City has a special place in my heart. An exceptional combination of a busy metropolis and extraordinary beauty with a great influence of its unique culture, where anyone can be anyone, makes me feel it is where I …show more content…

Firstly, the University offers an opportunity for non-traditional students to continue their education at The School of General Studies. As someone who already earned Bachelor’s degree and seeking to earn the second one, School of General Studies seems an ideal choice. The reason I am applying as an undergraduate student is that I am looking forward to receiving the best quality education and Columbia University is truly one of the leading institutions of the world. Not only I will be able to get a quality education, but also I will get a chance to live within a diverse student body, represent my culture and expose my interests within numerous clubs that the university offers. Secondly, I am especially eager about the Core Curriculum. As an individual who has numbers of interests, this system truly suits my needs. I cannot say at this moment that I aspire to be a chemist or a marine biologist, however, I would love to take chemistry, biology or astronomy taught by professionals as there are so many fields unexposed to me. Finally, I just simply feel a great affection for Columbia University, more than any other institutions. I have spent years learning about Columbia, it almost feels like I am already there but I am not. I want to change my dream into a

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