why go to harvard for undergrad..?

xjayz
Sat, 22 Jul 2006 10:41:44 +0000

Actually…

The Life Sciences sequence has been approved by all medical schools in the U.S. to be a viable replacement for one semester of General Chemistry and one semester of General Biology. I have taken these classes (so has justforgetme). It’s not impractical; it is a very noble goal on part of the professors to devote so much time in revamping the science curriculum when they could’ve left it as be.

In terms of concentration requirements, the fact that concentration declarations could be delayed until the middle of the sophomore year does not mean that the Core has changed. Basically, everything stays in place - until it changes. I still have to fulfill seven core requirements.

Hanna puts it best about this myth on “lack of undergraduate focus” - Harvard Law focuses on its students. Harvard Business focuses on its students. Harvard College focuses on its students. Period.

In terms of a “fun czar,” I’m sure there are offices of Student Life at other colleges. A “fun czar” is no different. Besides, there’s too many things to do on campus - acappella groups, orchestras, plays, etc. Just to mention few of the biggest events - Hasty Pudding Man/Woman of the Year, Ghungroo, Bhangra, Cultural Rhythms, etc.

When there is a change in leadership, there is bound to be some loss in faith. Harvard has $25.9 billion in its purse, so I’m sure no one is crying over a loss of a couple of million.

Again, Harvard is not for everyone - obviously, it was not a place for you. It was a place for me.