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Why Get Involved?
Students at Ohio State spend an average of only 15-20 hours a week in the classroom. That is why it is important to consider how one will spend most of their time outside of the classroom. Most students are a little skeptical about getting involved right away in college. Involvement does not necessarily mean that you step right into a leadership experience. Involvement means finding something that is important to you and applying yourself to that.
Depending on your interest, involvement can be a one-time event or an on-going commitment; from serving in an organization to simply caring about the community in which you live.
Students who have chosen to become involved have reaped the benefits. Not only do they feel a stronger attachment to the university and form a variety of close friendships through their involvement, but they also do better academically, gain skills and attitudes that contribute to future career aspirations, meet and appreciate people from all walks of life, and find that doors to further leadership opportunities and networks open easily.
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