First in a series of student reflections from Carver's 54th Annual College Tour
By Ethan Isadore and Destin Johnson, Seniors at Norwalk High School
As part of Carver's recent college tour, we visited Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland, where we discovered a university rich in history, opportunity, and school pride.
During our visit, we learned about Morgan State's remarkable history and its designation as a National Treasure, including its historical connections to the Underground Railroad. Learning about this heritage transformed what might have been a typical campus visit into an inspiring journey through history. Morgan State's deep roots continue to shape its identity and its mission to empower Black students and help them build brighter futures.
Morgan State has something for everyone, offering more than 170 student clubs and organizations, campus involvement opportunities, and internships. Throughout our visit, one message stood out: Morgan State is a university of opportunity.
We heard this from our tour guide and from students we met along the way. The university's commitment to academic excellence and career preparation was evident in its career services, networking events, and professional development opportunities. Morgan State doesn't just prepare students to earn degrees; it helps them prepare for life after graduation.
Personally, one highlight of the visit was exploring the School of Business. Seeing a place where I could potentially spend the next four years studying and pursuing my goals was powerful.
I believe in manifestation and speaking positively about my future. Imagining myself attending Morgan State, walking into that building, and taking business classes made the experience especially meaningful.
I was also impressed by the strong sense of community and school pride. Those qualities matter to me because I want to attend a university where I can build meaningful relationships, grow as a person, and feel supported while pursuing my ambitions.
Morgan State appeals to me because it offers the academic challenges, personal growth, and career preparation I am looking for as I work toward a future in business.
Overall, our visit was both enlightening and informative. We came away with a better understanding of what Morgan State offers and, just as importantly, what we should consider as we explore other colleges.
The experience reminded us that choosing a university is about more than academics alone. It's about finding a place that reflects our values, supports our interests, and helps us achieve our goals.
For us, Morgan State was more than a college visit. It was an opportunity to imagine what our futures could look like.
