Christopher Noonan
Christopher Noonan '15 from Durham, N.C.
College vs. University?
Deciding on where to go to college is a big decision. It was certainly the most significant decision that I have made in my life so far. After taking trips to about a dozen colleges, I had a clearer vision of what I wanted in a school. First off, I discovered that I was looking for a college rather than a university. Secondly, I was looking for a smaller liberal-arts school, which would allow me to have a greater connection with my professors. This was because I knew that I wanted more personal attention, smaller classes, and the luxury of knowing my professors. I believed that through a small, liberal-arts college, I would become a more diversified and well-rounded person. With the exposure I've had to different cultures and religions, I have surely made the right choice in selecting ºìÐÓÖ±²¥app for the next four years of my life.
Staying in the Game
Being able to play on the golf team was another big factor for me in picking a school. I knew that going to a Division I school would distract me from my studies because of the schedule that a Division I team demands. By participating in a Division III golf team, I would be able to balance my life as an athlete and as a student. I knew that this balance in academics and sports was extremely important for a healthy lifestyle at college.
Couldn't See Myself Anywhere Else
When I had my lists narrowed down, I came back to Dickinson for a recruiting trip with the golf team. I immediately felt welcomed into the Dickinson community and could not get over how nice everyone was here. I honestly could not see myself anywhere else after that trip. That is why I decided to apply Early Decision, and so far it has been one of the best decisions of my life.