. .. z Unit 5 Student Life

Listening Audio Track 3-5-1 A: You’re majoring in international business law, is that correct? B: That’s correct. A: And what made you choose this university? B: Well, I want to be a lawyer and this university has one of the most respected law departments in the country. It was an easy choice. What about you? A: My major is international business. I researched several universities but decided on this one because it has strong links with many multinational businesses. I hope that will help when I graduate and start looking for jobs. B: How did you find the application process? A: Well, I had to take an entrance examination, of course. Then, I submitted an application form along with my official high school transcripts and a letter of recommendation. B: And did you get accepted immediately? A: No, I had to attend an interview. I remember I was very nervous. B: It was exactly the same for me. But we must have interviewed well as we’re here now.

Audio Track 3-5-2/ Audio Track 3-5-3 C=Counselor, K=Kai C: Hello, Kai. Have a seat. K: Hi, Ms. Danielson. C: How’s it going? Are you excited about graduating? K: I guess so. But there’s so much to do between now and then. C: Well, let’s talk about that … Let me check your file here. So, what’s new? Have you researched any colleges or universities? K: Well, I researched three … like you told me to. C: Good, good. Which ones? K: Let’s see … California State University, Harvard University, and City College. C: And? K: Well, I applied to two: Harvard and City College. Cal State is just too far away. C: Sounds like you’ve been thinking about this seriously. That’s good. K: Yep. C: Any news yet? K: Well, I got accepted to City College. I haven’t heard anything from Harvard. I probably won’t get accepted there. . .. z C: Why do you say that? K: You know … it’s so competitive. I don’t think my grades are good enough. C: Well, let’s wait and see. K: I’ll probably go to City College. My brother went there. I visited the campus and I like it.

Audio Track 3-5-4/ Audio Track 3-5-5 Lucia: And finally today, we have a report about graduating seniors. Jason Kim is standing by. … Jason, are you there? Jason: Hi, Lucia. Lucia: The Metro Times newspaper asked college seniors, “What are you going to do after you graduate?” Jason: That’s right, Lucia. The students gave some surprising answers, too. Lucia: For example …? Jason: Well, more than 50 percent of the students say that they aren’t going to start a new job right away. Lucia: Well, what are their future plans? Jason: Let’s ask some of them. … Excuse me. Mizuki: Yes? Jason: I’m Jason Kim from XCA-TV. Your name, please? Mizuki: Mizuki. Jason: And what are you studying? Mizuki: Art. Jason: OK, Mizuki, what are you going to do after you graduate? Mizuki: I don’t know. I’ll probably just chill out for a while. Jason: Chill out? Mizuki: You know, relax. Jason: OK, Mizuki. Thanks for your comments. … Hello, I’m Jason Kim and we’re doing a live report. What’s your name and major? Robert: My name is Robert and I’m studying law. Jason: What are you going to do after you graduate? Robert: I don’t know … maybe I’ll take a long trip. Jason: What about a job? Robert: Work? Maybe one of these days. But first I’d like to take a trip. Jason: Thank you, Robert, and good luck. Well, that’s all for now. This has been Jason Kim, with my report on college seniors. Now, back to you, Lucia …

Audio Track 3-5-6 1. Hi, I’m Eduardo. I got accepted to college recently. Since the school is just in my neighborhood, I’m going to live at home. I will not apply for a scholarship because it is too hard to get it. I think I’ll be able to support myself by working part-time. In my view, money is very . .. z important though it is not everything. So most probably I’ll study business. I hope I can make it big after graduation. 2. I’m Jill. I’m going to join a sorority. I want to make more friends of the same sex. I think that women should be united and should always help each other. I’m going to do volunteer work in my spare time to help those elderly ladies in the community with their errands. I’m not going to a large university since I can’t afford it. 3. I’m Max and this is Sara. We love each other. We’re not going to live in student housing. We plan to live in a medium-size apartment not far away from the university. We’re going to study together and work part-time.