Life at Bellerbys College

A College Worth The Time Spent

Posted by Theresa

Bellerbys College is indeed the best college ever!  In fact, if one is looking for college league table, for those who depend on it; Bellebys would be and is number one.  This college has many treasures in it apart from outstanding academic performance.  It is unique, accommodating, friendly and the teachers are ridiculously wonderful.  I have enjoyed everyday in this college and I would forever cherish every moment I spent in this prestigious college.

My dear readers, I leave you with some guiding principles that have taking me throughout life and they would still lead me to my desires in life. 

Firstly, always believe you can do it, not just because others are doing it but because you are determined to reach your goal. 

Secondly, always follow your heart and be positive.  Aim to make a positive impact where ever you go. 

Thirdly, if you fall, always get up and try again.  Moving the right way is not easy, it takes patience, sacrifice, zeal and determination.  Before all these you must set your mind on an aim.  Never, never give up.

Always remember, you can climb the highest mountain and swim the deepest ocean.  All you need is self up-liftment.

I would always remain yours, Theresa Belonwu.

What A Term!

Posted by Theresa

Hmm!  You cannot imagine how hectic this third term is.  You can just imagine how university will be; extra hard work.  This is why I cherish Bellerbys College because it prepares one for university education; both the stress part and the relaxing times.  I know what you are thinking?  The stress is much but if one does what they have to do in time, then comes the relaxing part which is revising the notes.

This term was all about researching, course work and presentations, all in a very short time.  This has really been very university like.  On your own with little help from the great teachers of Bellerbys.  My Foundation English Skills lessons have really helped me to progress as well, especially in researching and writing essays in all my subjects.  The best part of my English course is the presentations, where we research formal academic English topics.  It is not really easy, it is all about hard work, zealousness and determination.  Thus, one can learn many things from one another's presentations even on things never heard before.

In fact I am very proud to say that I have really gained my academic writing, vocabulary and many other things on my English course in Bellerbys and the rest of my mates would agree very much with me.

As for studying Law, I advise you viewers to compile a list of those you want to sue and keep for me because when I come out a just and competent Lawyer, I would deal with each of them one by one!  Foundation Law has really given me an insight of what studying Law would be like in the university and what and what is required for world of Law.  Politics is a subject that would never be forgotten in my life, it is a very interesting subject with action and predictions.

In conclusion, it has been worthwhile doing Foundation at Bellerbys College Oxford!  Stay tuned for my goodbye message to present and future viewers.

A Mistake

Posted by Theresa

A mistake is meant to be little and minor, a few marks should be deducted or substantial little amount should be ducted to correct the minor.  But no, a mistake cost so much and could leave one helpless until another chance is awarded but this is unlikely to happen because of the saying that opportunity comes once in life time.  

In the case of exam, If there is a silly mistake and one realizes after the exam and the mistake could damage his or her mark when the result comes out, this could leave the person frustrated and extremely sad especially if the person knew the answer very well.

A mistake can lead to tears, huge one and again especially if you knew it.  However, every disappointment is a blessing in disguise.  It was allowed to happen at an initial stage so that one would be careful in the future not to make the same mistake in an examination that tell where one stands in a higher level like in the university.  This does not mean that one should be careless and ignorant.  One should be careful to avoid such mistake that can damage the success of an individual.

Again that is why there is a word called correction, if there is no mistake there correction would not be necessary.

Music

Posted by Theresa

There are many types of music in the world at large and each of them represents many moods and emotions.  Rock, soul, blues, pop, R'n'B, country, native, oldies, classical, reggae, jazz and many others are all examples of types of music.  Just as colours represent emotions; like green stands for freshness, music creates emotions and also fantasies.

Blues and soul makes one think of a loved one, mostly of their partners and sometimes the person ends up crying or falls into a trance as the elderly would say but the youths would put it as fantasy or day dream.  However, some of this fantasies could be in form of a plan for the future and may happen. 

R'n'B and pop, most people, while listening to these type of music, they picture or fantasies about their success and achievements in a particular task.  This is in form of a prediction or future intention.  Classical music gives a feeling that one can or is able to sing in an opera, this in indeed a motivation and if the person has the dream of singing in the future could and should pursue their dream but their only fear is that if they would make it.  Most people no longer consider what they like to do in future but whether it would bring them success is their desire.

Almighty oldies bring flashbacks of the past; whatever it is, that it is why this type of music is played as sound track in Nigerian films in the state of flashback.  Do not get me wrong these oldies are sub-divided too into soul, pop, classic, rock, jazz and many other types.  Soul oldies are mostly played and listened by many.

Although these types of music, music in general is a blessing to mankind.  It can calm the depressed and annoyed people.  It can also elevate the happiness of those who are happy.  It occupies those who are bored and lonely and it also makes people sad if they want to be.  Music suits every mood and it is very much romantic and makes the going smooth.

I love soul and classical oldies, It makes me feel very relaxed and I feel very inspired when ever I listen to music.

M- moving, U- understanding, S- seductive, I- inspiring, C- calming and comforting.  That is what music is all about!

Living International

Posted by Theresa

Bellerbys College has three convenient, interesting and exciting residences in Oxford.  Blue Boar, the family home; Elena House and Pensions Garden, the full house.  These residences are occupied by gentlemen and ladies from different parts of the world.  The most interesting is that each continent is represented; this is to prove that Bellerbys College is indeed popular and great.

In these residences, there are single rooms and double rooms, although this distinctions everyone in the residence communicate, party and interact with each other not just in the rooms but in the big kitchens and common rooms.

The kitchen is where edible things and drinks are stored and cooked.  It is also a place where students from different countries cook for each other in order for them to learn and taste new foods and delicacies. The common room is another very interesting part of the residences.  Films are watched, get together are held and music is played in this same place.  You can imagine the excitement!

Did I mention that there is a free Internet service. Doubting Thomases that taste and see before believing; what are you waiting for?  Bellerbys College is filled with all these opportunities; come and have a feel of enjoyment and international living.

For me, I have learnt many cultures and traditions and other things.  Even countries I never knew existed; I now know that they exist and I can fully give a full history of those countries.

Debates at Bellerbys College Oxford

Posted by Theresa

Have you ever been to a really attractive, interesting and an argumentative debate before; I mean one in which has those four components, not just one if at all?!

Bellerbys College has the privilege and honour to have all the four components and even more.  I have and I would continue to repeat; it is like being in one of those gatherings where Rev. Martin Luther King is taking " I have a dream". 

The topics of the debate alone would draw your attention to come and watch and participate in the debate.  Topics of world arguments like the Environment, Military Intervention, Euthanasia and the latest which is about the Death Penalty.  Both sides, the supporting and opposing sides, have serious arguments with each other with much displays.  Then the debaters also draw the attention of the audience, the debaters consists of Conservative, Liberal and social thinkers, so there are varieties and different intonations or tones (high and low but mostly high).

In addition, the audience adds to the chemistry by asking confusing and intelligent questions, in order to question the debaters believe - this actually lightens the atmosphere.  Finally the debaters each speak with great passion and they are always there to convince the audience and not to confuse them.

Did I mention that we have electoral system in the debate; "Majority carries the vote."

All those doubting Thomas-es come and see for yourself;" seeing is believing"!

Economics at Bellerbys College Oxford

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Economics in Bellerbys Oxford is the best with teacher, Laurence Parker Brown. I conducted an Interview with one of his students, Anthony Emeka Belonwu (my twin brother!).

Theresa - "Hello, dear. How are you doing?"

Tony - "I am very well!!!"

Theresa - "Tony, if you are to pick your best subject; what would it be?"

Tony- "Economics.  Why?  Because it is not just interesting; the teacher Laurence is a great man, very funny and equally encouraging."

Theresa - "Well, I agree with you. You need to see the way everyone is itching to be in his class. Everyone is always in his class early because they do not want to miss a second of him.  What would you tell those aspiring to come to this College to study Economics?"

Tony - "The Economics you study before coming to Berllerbys College is going to nothing compared to studying Economics with Laurence.  Economics in Bellerbys College is so practical, interesting; you cannot even yawn, talk less of sleeping.  If you there sleep; you have missed 2 weeks lesson!!!"

Theresa - "Well, Tony; the time is 12.00 am; I need to go home!!"

Tony - "In fact, if I should keep talking I would never stop."

Theresa - "Thank you.  Looking forward to your Economics presentation."

So my dear readers, come to Bellerbys to study Economics, you would never regret your decision.  Every Economics student in Bellerbys Oxford has said it is the best subject compared to Law and Politics. Even those that do not study Economics say it is interesting because they like Laurence.

Lots of credits to a Professor in Economics!!****

Today's Topic - Will-Power

Posted by Theresa

Hello, answer me please!  Password please!  Do not go further until you say it!  I am watching you!

Now today's lesson, students, is on will-power.  This is a very long topic so it would take the whole of February to assimilate.  Who controls you?  I do not know about you but I control myself.  Hey!  If someone is controlling you, tell that culprit to stop that dangerous play.  Right now!

Will-power is having total control in yourself not allowing material things control you.  I know we are human beings and we do make mistakes but it is up to us to correct them or fight the temptation and strive to be better.  Failure is not the end of the world; people who are somebody today, once failed yesterday.  The most brilliant student today was once cried for being a dull student, so do not give up always think of Barack Obama,"yes I can!"

Okay you have had one hour of will-power, take a five minute break.

A conversation between a judge and an obsessed lady:

• Judge: "Lady, why did you hit this driver with your umbrella?"
• Large lady: "When I come down from the bus he shouted 'room for 9 more'!"

Okay students, bring your minds back to class. Always remember, you are in control of your life; no one can do that for you! 

Now go home and think more, I have another class.  Be good, I'm out!

Obama, The Man of the 20th

Posted by Theresa

How many grand balls have you attended in a year?  Probably not even one!

Well, if you wanted to help Obama and his wife out in attending one of the ten balls on the 20th of January 2009, you could have given me a call to connect you direct to him.  Hey!  Why are you squeezing your face like that?  You know you can get old fast by doing that; be careful!  Do you not know that he is my grand father's brother's wife's friend's cousin.

Finally, the human Saviour of America has been issued into the famous white house. "Yes I can, together we can!"  He is the official president of the United States.

This is how my interview with Obama might go.

Theresa - Mr. Obama, how does it feel to be in the White House?
Obama - Great!  This is the first step. Yes, I have heard of Bellerbys College Oxford.  It is a great school. I am even thinking of sending my girls to get a wonderful education there.
Theresa - Oh!  You should, that should be your 2nd step after reforming America!
Obama - Of-course.  It is at Broad Street, Oxford, I would tell my assistant to remind me every month.
Theresa - Can I have an official hand shake, sir?
Obama - Of course, also extend my hand shake to Bellerbys staffs and students!
Theresa -Thank you Obama!
Obama - I will be visiting very soon!

Hey!  Stop squeezing you eyes, of course I was with Obama on the 20th!  I know you are very jealous.  Anyway he extends his greeting to you.  Prepare, you do not want him to catch you unawares!

I'm out!

Studying in England

Posted by Theresa

Studying in England was the 8th episode of my day dream.  I have always dreamt of studying in England; graduating from one of the best universities in this famous country.

At first I thought everyone would be hostile to me but to my surprise it was the opposite. I started in Bellerbys College, on the first day I felt very welcomed even though we were many.  The staff were all friendly people, the environment was very welcoming.  For a person to achieve very much the environment around he or she must be pleasant and the person must feel a sense of belonging.  The teachers are ready and willing to teach and help or assist the students.

Studying in England is very easy only if one applies him or herself and studies very hard.  Everyone is struggling to study in England because it offer the best education especially in Bellerbys; academically, morally and socially.

Schooling in England is a wonderful experience because people from all over the world come to further their education and most of them achieve their goals.  Not forgetting the wide interaction socially amongst the international students and European student.  Education does not stop in school or at home, it continues while we talk to people.  It is great!

Generally, it is indeed a wonderful experience school in England especially in Bellerbys College.