新世纪大学英语视听说3听力原文unit

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.

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 i s 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