Andrews University Top Questions

College for me has been an eye opener. I have really come to terms that by me attending college I am investing for my future. You are not learning anymore because you have to, or you are being forced, you are there because you want to succeed in life and be successful. That is why you must take advantage of all the resources that the University offers. Take advantage of every class, learn as much as possible, and read as much as well. The world is pretty scary if you think about it. There is a lot of competitveness out there and that is why by me attending college, I am improving my chances of success. In my 3 years of college, I feel I have become smarter, wiser, and the need to learn more especially when it comes to my major. My major is my career so I must learn everything I can to become great at what I do. In conclusion, my college experience has been great and has been useful for my life, not only for educational purposes, but for growing up purposes as well. I feel more mature and ready to take on the real world.

I have learned how to appreciate what I often took for granted. Waking up to the smell of frijoles in the morning, the radio tuned to its highest volume while the says of sunlight shower through the curtains was something close to me. Now that I am more than 2500 miles away from home, it becomes very easy to appreciate what I once had. This same experience, however, has shown me how imperative it is to actually get out of the home, and try to fly on my own. Attending college has taught me how to take responsibility for my actions, acknoledging that whatever I do, befalls on my own person, no longer my parents. This sense of responsibility has allowed me to grow as an individual into someone who desires to perservere. If I would have stayed home, I would not appreciate my family, I would not have become a more independent woman, and I would not push harder to ensure success.

College changes you, whether or not you want it too. Living away from home, you learn so much about yourself, and what you want out of life. It matures the way you think, allowing you to take a serious look at who you truly are what you want out of life. College has given me freedom for the first time in my life from parents, to think for myself and to take direct responsibility for my actions. All in all, it has given me everything I could ever ask for! It has taught me that cramming never works, it has given me life long friends, it has taught me that sleep and food are two of the greatest things in life, it has shown me how fortunate I am to be able to study what I want to study, where I want to study. There is nothing more I could ask for out of Andrews University. It will only continue to provide greater things for my life.

I would tell myself to pay closer attention to my school work. Once you get to college it's a whole new life out there and when you are starting to make the life changes that happen at college you need to have a great sense of time managment and study habbits. It's easy to get lost in social aspect of college with making new friends and doing new things. If you really focus on your school work and aim to get good grades in High School then when it comes to college life it will be easier to balance, also with better grades and higer GPA you will qualify for more scholarships which will be very benefical. Also, be very open to learning about careers that you want to pursue in college. Make sure you take the time to learn about other college's/univeristy's and what they might have to offer. Last but not least don't lessen any standards and take your stand, create yourself and don't change yourself for anyone!

I would tell myself to not stress so much. College IS a huge change. I'd never lived away from home before,a nd I am really close to my family. There are things that are hard about college. School can be tough, friends can be tough, guys can be tough. But I would have told myself to not worry, to know that I would be fine! There are so many good people in the world, you just have to be open to others. I brought way to much stuff to college! I'd tell myself to only take the bare necessities, because things would accumulate over time. I would give myself a pat on the back for getting my schoolbooks used online - campus bookstores are VERY overpriced. I'd tell myself to bring a bike, it's a lot easier to get around with. And if possible talk mom and dad into a car. Most of all I'd tell myself to really enjoy the last few weeks of high school and to bring that same excitement and joy to college. It's a big, crazy, exciting world out there. Don't be afriad to jump in.

Ok from my personal experience: first of all you have to know yourself. There are two kinds of people generally Intellectuals and Practicals. Intelectuals have a hard time fitting in & have a passion: science, tecnoogy, computers, drama, literature. They do not always get the best grades! They are the geeks and nerds. For them I say don't worry if you failed a class. You aced the classes that are part of your passion. These abstract people don't think the same way and do not follow conventional 'how to 'methods of learning: taking notes ect. For the practicals I say pay attention in class. There are more practicals than intellectuals. Concered about concrete events around them they are easily distracted! They care more about social graces. They have to follow "how to get good grades" instruction. If they can learn to be disciplined enought to focuss on work for school & then socialize they will be ok in college. College work is not in my opinion harder than the high school. It is all the extra distractions and resposiblities that kill the freshmen. To be prepared for college I suggest highschoolers learn resposiblity by getting a job.

Do not hang on to the illusion of control; life is in constant upheaval. When everything seems to be falling apart, it is more likely that you are overreacting. Many people's lives are completely broken and there are those who will never attend college. Drama is frequently self-created. When you think your life is horrible, take a deep breath and start making lists of to-do items, to-buy items, and blessings. Do the best you can do while maintaining a healthy balance of work, play, and nutrition. Maintain good grades, but remember that success is not determined by a 4.0 GPA. Care about your friends' news, talk to them before they talk to you, visit them by surprise. Participate in school events - make yourself a people person. Get outside whenever the sun shines and get your Vitamin D. Finally, volunteer and be active in society. The things you do will not only look good on your resume and make scholarships more accessible, but also give you a purpose. Ultimately, a life lived merely for personal success is boring and meaningless. Find value in those around you and be patient and loving. Most of all: breath.

To myself, I would say study harder and decide what you want. I have found in college that semesters will sometimes become extremely difficult without warning. I have finally found my groove, but if i could have warned myself about the difficulty, i would have.

The advice i would give myself would be several things. The first being to save , save, save! If i had known how expensive college life would be i would have started saving from when i started kindergarten school. The second thing i would of adviced myself is to make sure my mathematical skills were high and that i wasnt lagging behind in anything, as in college there is a lot of math involved. My thrid piece of advice would be to esnure i knew what career path i wanted to take and have my mind set and made before enrolling. And my last piece of advice would be to ensure that i am well prepared for the course load and the tight scehdules i would have to follow.

Stay focused , make good grades your first year and get involved on campus. Also make new friends.

I would tell myself to try harder and focus a bit more on the things I like to do such as music and tennis. Also, I would tell myself to study more responsibly.

There are two main things that I regret from my college experience. First, I wish I had figured out what degree I wanted from school before I went there. Doing more research and being more active in my plans for college would have saved me a lot of headache and money. In retrospect, I realize that assuming I would figure things out as I went was not the best idea. Having a plan would have made the past few years a lot easier. Also, I would advise a new college student to get involved as much as possible. Meet people and do things the first few years of school. Don't be afraid to get out of your comfort zone. I now realize that I missed out on a lot of opportunities and learning experiences because I didn't take enough chances. It doesn't have to be anything huge, just go to that party even though you don't really know anyone there. Try out for that club team or run for an office if that is what you want. In a few words, my advice is to take control of your life instead of just letting life happen.

try everything!

To find the right college make sure you visit the campus during the school year to get a feel for campus life. Meet with the chair in your field of interest to give you an overview of what they have to offer. Discovering what the college has to offer and comparing them with your wants and needs can be very helpful. Once you find the college that you believe is right for you, make sure you make the most of it. Get out and do as much as you can, approaching everything with an open mind. Staying active physically, mentally, and socially leads to a well-balanced college experience. Take in everything around you, meeting new people, and expanding your knowledge and skills. By remaining active and simply enjoying life you are bound to graduate as a changed person with a new outlook on life, and no regrets.

If the people on campus are happy that's the most important thing. Make sure you are getting the type of education in the classroom you want. The best way to do this is to visit campus with your parent but stay on campus by yourself and hopefully get a student to take you along to class. Study and make friends, college is not a vacation. It is just a different type of challenging from high school. Most importantly, your high school GPA means nothing after you are in college whether it was good or bad.

Andrews University isn't the right place for everyone. Some people like big classes and more freedom. Other people like smaller classes, more hands on experiences and one on one time with teachers. The later is what you will get here at Andrews. No matter where you go, you will find what you want, you just have to look and try hard enough to make it happen.

Get all the information you can and vist the school before making a choice.

do whatever feels right to you. If you are a spiritual person, it would be a good idea to to pray about your decision. It is also a good idea to make sure that your family has an imput in your choice. Make your sure your choice is not a problem with any member of your family otherwise it will be difficult to keep your family happy.

Always talk to the students when you can get them alone. At my school the administration will say anything to get a student to start going there, but they don't care anything about the students attending there.

I would advise students and parents to select the school that best reflects their values and morals rather than just focusing on academic and social life. Most schools will offer very competitive academic programs and settings will vary throughout the United States, but ultimately the school one chooses will directly impact their choices and path for the rest of their lives. Regardless which school or program you end up choosing, you get what you put into it. Don't expect professors and administrators to offer you a degree and the best job placement on a silver platter. Work hard and earn it. My college experience is particularly memorable because I made it a point to be well-rounded academically (take classes that aren't part of your core requirements i.e. photography, macroeconomics, astronomy, anthropology), socially (don't just stick to one circle, get to know as many people as you can), and spiritually (get involved in community outreach). Also, if there are opportunities to see the world and travel for academic credit, take it! The world is your textbook--you'll gain and learn more from experiecing other cultures than just sitting in a classroom. Your choice is yours!