Alaska Pacific University Top Questions

As much as you will miss home, don't let it get to you. You will see your loved ones again and even though you are very far away from home, in a new environment and seemingly on your own, your family still has your back. They will support you through everything, even when you feel like the entire world is crumbling around you. Keep your head up and your wits about you; there isn't anything you can't do. Mom, dad, Amber, and everyone back home is supporting you no matter what. Oh, and one more thing... Stay away from the upperclassmen on Halloween. Don't do it, it's just not worth it. When they say they just want to watch a movie, they are lying. Just follow Jessica around. She will keep you out of trouble.

Oh Nicole, I know me saying this now and being as stubborn as “we” are you wont take this into consideration right now, but you will eventually. College is going to be rough sometimes, you are going to break down and cry from the stress, you are going to hate these papers called literature reviews so I suggest you get a head start on them and don’t wait until the last minute, you will lose your social life sometimes during the semester and it will be boring as dust, you will doubt yourself a million times and jump for joy when you get that A you’ve been waiting for. Believe me I know, it sounds like an emotional roller coaster but it’s all worth it when you apply those counseling skills to something important and a rush of warm feelings will come across you and you know you are going to make a difference someday maybe not in the world but to somebody. Without a doubt it will be the best time of your life so keep your head and standards high girl. =)With Love,Nicole

GO STRAIGHT TO COLLEGE NO BREAKS!!! Take your schooling more seriously and work towards your goals! NEVER GIVE UP!!

If i could go back in time to being a senior in high school I would tell myself not to put everything off untill the last minute. I would get scholarships turned in before the summer so wouldnt have to worry about it during my last free months untill college. Also, I would tell myself that no matter how much writing I have to do scholarships are worth the effort because in the end it's money that I dont have to pay out of my pocket. Lastly, I would tell myself to have more fun because all of my high school friends are going to go their separate ways after graduation; I would want to have many fond memories of the many spirit days, pep rallies, football games, and bon fires that happened throughout senior year.

My high school self was pretty on track and made sure to know what needed to be done in order to be successful. Now that I'm finished with my first year of college I would definitely like to go back and prepare myself better. I would warn myself to be careful of all the freedom college comes with. I didn't do anything crazy, but it was a big change to have time to do whatever you wanted and go wherever without telling your parents. I spent money however I wanted and it was a big change for me. I would also tell myself to learn how to listen in lecture type classes. I have always been a good listener, but I need to focus on not daydreaming or drifting off topics especially when I got bored. Another big lesson that I learned in my first year would be to study more and try different ways of studying. Everyone learns in different ways and sometimes they can help you learn something just by saying it differently.

Don’t pass up opportunities. There are so many amazing things that you can do! All you have to do is gather up the motivation to do so. Not only through the school offered programs, but just in life itself. Also, if you need help, don’t be afraid to ask. Your professors and friends are more than willing to give you advice and point you in the right direction. Rather than wondering where to go and trying to figure things out yourself, just ask. I know that you like to figure things out yourself, but it’s ok to ask for help sometimes. Staying focused on school is going to be hard because of friends, money issues, work, family, and everything else. Just try to put time aside for school only and don’t let anything get in the way. Remember that you are paying for it, and by missing a class or doing bad you are wasting your money. You might as well get as much knowledge and experience out of this education as you can, right? Take advantage of it, and don’t forget to play outside and do what you love.

As I walk the halls of the old Bartlett High School gymnasium, approaching the riflery range, I see standing outside of the heavy double doors, an indifferent red-head. He is bored and just waiting to be finished with jumping hoops. He only sees into his near future with discouraged eyes and not wanting anything to do with school for a long time. Upon approaching my younger self I see the shock in his eyes; he notices an older version of himself, downtrodden and beaten by uncaring workplaces and underappreciation. "Don't give up on your education, Evan. It may seem silly now, but trust me, it gets a lot better. Take a year off from school to explore, then go back. Live without regrets and we'll be just fine." He is shocked and looks around to make sure he isn't crazy. "Are you my ghost of distant future, or something?" He asks his future self. "You could say that. It shouldn't matter who I am, for all I offer is sound advice. Believe me, it seems boring now, but there is so much more to look forward to. Who can you trust if not yourself?"

Loyalty, perserverance, and a greater desire to learn are only a few of the qualites that have grown in me since coming to Alaska Pacific University. I was able to go Spain, Italy, and France last year to learn about philosophy, art, and culture. It was one of the most fullfilling experiences of my life. Less than a dozen students per class creates the best learning environment, and the teachers actually want to help and teach their students. Because of this school I was able to graduate early and have a year of college done at the same time. APU has teachers that are better than anyone could possibly imagine. My philosophy teacher has truly enlightened me; I really feel like I have a greater understanding of life because of him and a better ability to question everything. Not only is the academic life superb, but the social life. The residence life faculty has really fun events every day. We can paint pottery, go skiing or snowshoeing, and go to concerts without having to pay. The experience at APU could not be found at any other University, because of the activities done here and the variation of people that attend.

Go for it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

If I could go back to my senior year, I would tell myself that I could do it and stay with it. I would remind myself that you need an eduaction to just about anything now days. I will look in to school better then go to one school and not like it and go to a different one. I will tell myself it is going to be hard after you have the baby but you can do it your famile will help you out no mater what you are doing as long as you go to school. I will remind myself when I am down that I am smart and I can do it! I would tell myself that I am better my life for me and my child that I will be having in a year.