Personal Narrative: My Ignorance

I was ignorant. I still am ignorant. My goal in life is to rid myself of this ignorance, to empathize with people in trying situations and to experience events, good and bad, that the world has to offer.

My naivety started with my town. Its relative uniformity and unsurprising day-by-day routine had its way of sheltering me. The adults didn’t talk about the fluctuating economy or the poor conditions throughout the world that other experience. But I was curious about life outside my town so I turned to the Internet. The news bequeathed me with knowledge about important current events and social media allowed me to see these events transpire through others eyes. Unfortunately I was only provided with a muted perception of these reactions and events because I was
I felt that tending to others needs was more important now then ever before. The opportunities I would have ordinarily ignored I pursued, now motivated by my understanding. I’ve devoted time to making casseroles for homeless shelters. When I pass by the poor box after church I slip a few dollars in. I motivated my family to go and shop for disadvantaged children during Christmas time, understanding that their families cannot provide for them in that way. I’ve also volunteered in soup kitchens during the holidays to feed the hungry. Because of my increased understanding, I’ve made helping others an important part of my life. So now when I drive through Baltimore feelings of sadness still accompany me, but I feel better knowing that I am continuing to improve the lives of people who need it the most. I want to continue to experience events, to see the world and going to Towson is a great opportunity to do so. I look forward to enhancing the values of the Towson University through continuous civic engagement and relationships with community members. I know that Towson’s commitment towards exploration and enrichment will help me to better the university and