Drexel LeBow Shaped Me for Business Success

At 10 years old, my passion for business was quietly growing through a game familiar to almost everyone: Monopoly. Nothing compared to the thrill of rolling the dice and advancing around the board, but it was more than just fun; I was unknowingly building the foundations of a business mindset. Every rent collected, every property acquired, and each decision to invest or hold out created a kind of business thrill that stayed with me.

Looking back, I realize just how much the LeBow College of Business has shaped me, not just academically but also on personal and professional levels.

Now, three years into college, I can see just how much Monopoly taught me about the world of business — long before I ever set foot in a classroom. Concepts like passive income? In Monopoly, that's the rent you collect whenever someone lands on your property. Investing wisely and diversifying assets? That's when you hold a variety of properties across the board, a strategy that mirrors the core principle of diversification in real investing. It's funny, but when I started exploring colleges, I realized I was looking for an environment that matched the pace and excitement I felt while playing Monopoly — an environment where ambition couldn't wait.

That's what drew me to Drexel University's LeBow College of Business. Drexel has this unique quarter system — a fast-paced, 10-week term structure, compared to the usual 15-week semester. I've grown to adore how this fast-paced environment resembles a game of Monopoly, where each decision counts and you're constantly pushing forward. Honestly, the transition from high school to college isn't easy, but Drexel makes it smoother with an incredible support system. Even before stepping onto campus, LeBow starts setting you up for success. They offer career guidance, resources, and early connections that give you a real advantage and help you feel prepared.

Looking back, I realize just how much the LeBow College of Business has shaped me, not just academically but also on personal and professional levels. When I first stepped onto campus, I was a pretty timid, introverted first-year student. But thanks to LeBow's supportive community and countless opportunities to get involved, I've transformed into a confident third-year student who's comfortable taking on leadership roles and putting myself out there. Now, I'm excited to be able to give back to the same community that's had such a huge impact on me.

To anyone considering Drexel LeBow, I'd say it's a place that won't just educate you, it'll also push you to grow and shape you in ways you never expected. Here, you're not just a student; you're part of a community that's invested in helping you become the best version of yourself.