Melinda French Gates, in her book "The Next Day: Transitions, Change, and Moving Forward," details how she opted for Duke University over traditional Catholic schools, despite her strong religious background. Drawn by the university's advanced computer labs and her love for technology, she felt that Duke could lead her toward her dreams. However, her initial months were challenging due to culture shock from her previous all-girls Catholic education, highlighting her struggle to adapt to a more assertive academic atmosphere.
Melinda French Gates recalls that a visit to Duke University during her senior year of high school made her choose it over popular Catholic schools. Her love for computer science was sparked by the school's cutting-edge technology.
Despite the culture shock she faced upon arriving at Duke, including adjusting to a more assertive classroom environment, Melinda cherished her decision, feeling inspired by the potential to change the world through technology.
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