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I have gotten a sense of pride and accomplishment out of my college experience. My experience has help open my eyes to what my aultimate career goal in the field of computer information systems. My experience has help me build the confidence and the courage to continue my ultimate dream of continuing my education at a four year university.

College has shown me to believe in myself. Being from Colorado, moving out to Texas is nerve-racking experience. I was worried about adjusting to Texas, to classes, to life with a roommate. I was worried about being 1000 miles from home and I was worried about balancing school, work, and life. I have realized that I am so much stronger than I thought. I now believe that I can do anything. I am so proud of the way I have handled this experience with grace, dignity, passion, and drive. Attending college gave me the opportunity to become more than I tought I could... As a friend, volunteer, student, organization leader, volunteer, sister in my sorority, sister in Christ, and even as a family member. I have learned to ove and live and laugh and pursue passon in ways I had never imagined before. In my life at home I was a rose bud, sweet but still somewhat closed. Now, I have blossomed into a full blown rose: beautiful, engaging, and open to all the new experiences and opportunites that college has presented me... as well as the many more to come.

Attending a university is a learning experience. It teaches you how to become responsible, time management, and social skills. Mostly, college is the place where you really begin to understand yourself. You realize that you are entering into adult hood and you have to make decisions for yourself, sometimes without the help of others. I have found that college has allowed me to mature into a young adult. Many of the things that I once found amusing are no longer as humorous. I would recomend that everyone should attend college, not only for academic enlightenment, but also for the relationships you will undoubtedly develop. In my opinion, all students should stay on campus at least one year. I it places you in the center of everything your campus has to offer, from impromptu step shows to makeshift carnivals. College is not only an institution for higher learning, but it's also an institute for self realization.

I believe that through my college experience I’ve learned so much about life in general. Since I had to move away from my parents and into another city, I received the full experience of living away from home. I had to learn how to do so many things on my own. There was no one to cook for me, or to wash my clothes, or to wake me up. I had to learn what it was like to take care of myself when I was sick, get myself to class, and learn how to organize all my time. Living at college taught me to prioritize my study time and helped me realize when it wasn’t okay to go hang out with friends. College is the first step before I have to find an apartment and pay my own bills. So I believe that my freshman year was very beneficial, it has shown me what it would be like on my own in the real world. I know I have grown as a young adult. I am now smarter, wiser and more prepared to care for myself.

Personal growth and academic development is what I have gained from attending college. Yes, the degree helps me in applying for jobs. However, the best education I gained by attending college was how to grow as an individual and as a productive member of society.

Baylor University has not only offered me the opportunity to grow academically but as an individual person. Although the school is Baptist affiliated, my own Christian beliefs have been challenged and I've been encouraged to personally seek out and research what I believe and why I believe it. It's easy to say you believe something simply because it's what you've been taught, but when you seek the truth for yourself, it is a much more fulfilling experience. Along with challenging and helping me find my beliefs, Baylor has given me a sense of belonging these last two years. I was immediately welcomed on campus by fellow students and felt I was a part of not only something big but of something great. I've continued to see my peers excel academically and am proud to be a part of such a community. Baylor University instills in you a sense of pride that cannot be taken away. I know I will always be proud to say that I attended Baylor University. Baylor calls your four years at school "The Baylor Experience." I'm especially grateful that I've had the opportunity to experience Baylor University.

I have learned that no matter what obstacles are placed in my way there is nothing that I cannot overcome. There have been so many times I have seen others fail and drop out and if my college experience has taught me anything it is that perseverance is key. I am proud to be receiving my degree soon and I am honored to have attended the prestigious university I did, however, I believe there were many unnecessary struggles I had to endure. In the end, it has been worth the pain, tears, late nights, and early mornings because I am one step closer to achieving my goal of becoming a clinical psychologist.

My college experience so far has been truly rewarding not only educationally, but in terms of growing into a more diverse person. It has taught me a stronger meaning of community support and how to look beyond the educational community realm. Since the college I attend is in the fifth poorest city in Texas, it has made me realize that everything I have is a blessing because many are not as privileged. I really never realized until now; how many benefits are given to us as students attending a university. Educationally it has taught me the true meaning of hard work and determination. College life started off a little difficult with the many adjustments I had to learn to make, however it did accomplish the task of making me push myself to a degree that I did not know was possible.

I had to learn the hard way that I needed to work harder to excel in my college courses because in high school I was always the type of person to just pay attention without taking any sort of notes or test preparations and when I got my first test it was a real shocker. I actually had to pay attention, take notes, go to my Supplemental Instructors, even tutuoring. I was always the one to do the tutoring and I just felt so dumb because the material that I learned in high school only skimmed the surface of what I learned in college. College made me use all of my resources that they offered; I mean I need to get what I'm paying for and that's why these resources are there for me. It took a lot to realize that I needed help and didn't take long for me to take the issue by the reigns and suck up my pride because it wasn't doing anything but hurting my grades and my financial help.

my college experience is the most important thing in my life. it is prepareing me for the career i want to do.it is giving me the hands-on skills i need to funticon in the real world.college is important to atten because it will give me the tools to get hired in the sate of thee econmonic.

My college experience is just beginning but already I can say that I have learned a lot about responsibility. Baylor University was my dream college and to be able to attend there I have to be wiling to pay for part of the expenses myself. My parents are unable to pay the full tuition and board but I am willing to make the sacrifices necessary to attend my dream college. I began working a part time job in February of this year while still a senior in High School to save money for this chance. Every penny of each paycheck has been put into a savings account for college. I plan to work during my stay at Baylor as well in order to make this dream a reality.

I've learned what kind of person I am here. I love to help people and I appreciate friends that have good senses of humor and know when to have fun and when to study. I know I have a tough road ahead of me still, but I've learned to accept the hard times and the good times all in good humor. I know that when I look back at my experience here that I'll know that this is where I became "me." My mother always taught me to be my own person and value my education because it will be the tool by which i forge my life with. And experiencing college life has helped me fully understand what it is she actually meant. I am my own person now, but I still have much to learn, and good ole BU, mom, and friends will be there to help me along the path that I've chosen.

I have gotten out of my time at Baylor,is life long friends and my future wife. I have also gained academic knowledge that is leading me successfully into the career i want.

Though college was very expensive, it was worth it because I learned a great deal and grew in my maturity and academic success. I became more outgoing, knowledgeable, and wise to different circumstances in life, and I believe that my time at Baylor was a stepping stone to greater aspects of my life. I was able to get a job right out of college as a teacher, and in this economy with the education profession, I was truly blessed to have my Baylor background. I loved meeting new people and joining a sorority of wonderful Christian girls, being a part of internships to work with high school students, and working with the community to do something greater for not just me but for others as well. My sense of worth grew, and my outlook on other cultures and groups of people grew as well. I wouldn't be who I am without the education I received at Baylor!

Entering college for the first time, I was extremely nervous yet anxious to start. Ever since the first time I stepped foot into college I have acquired a lot. My college experience has been hard at times but on the brighter side it has helped me to grow. I realized that this is a step closer to my future and I could no longer procrastinate, play around, and most importantly not give up. College has given me the strength to start a better life and to be successful for what may come in my future. This has been a valuable experience because I know that once I walk across the stage to graduate, I have accomplished my goals and dreams. Also, I will know that as I pursue a career in the pediatrics department I will help save children?s lives which I consider an awesome blessing. Choosing to go to college straight from high school was the best decision to make. I always stuck by the saying, ?you can never know enough, but you can always learn new things each day?. I will continue to learn and gain more knowledge during my college experience because it has been valuable.

College is not easy, especially if you just sit around your senior year of high school hoping everything will fall into place. I thought I had it all worked out; then out of nowhere I was back at zero. Taking a campus visit, reinforces your decision. Once there, I knew that this was my new home. Even though it was a 7 hour drive, everything felt right. Once there, I learned the importance of making friends. I met my future roommates at Line Camp, which took place over the summer. Since then, we've been inseparable. Friends lead to connections, simple as that. The more people you know, the better off you'll be. Now, I'm more outspoken. I express my opinions with my professors and classmates. What I'm trying to say is that, you won't come out the same person. College made me more social, optimistic, and responsible. I'm in charge of myself and make decisions for myself. There's no better feeling than that. Just take advantage of what's in front of you. A play, a game event, taco Tuesday's, or church under the bridge; you never know what could happen.

I have found that the professors at Baylor not only are experts in what they teach but also are capable of making the learning environment a fun and capitvating place that encourages students to learn more on their own aside from succeeding in class

So far my college experience has been enlightening. The thing that I have gotten out it is the idea that a post secondary education is a gift privilege that many students do not get to have. Many high school students do not get the chance to attend college for various reasons. My parents always encouraged me to get an education and take it seriously. Before I started school I just thought of college as another obligation I had. It was expected of me to go to college and get a degree. But when I started school, it wasn't quite what I expected. As the first half for the semester came to a close, it was time to register for classes for the spring. As I was registering for classes, I learned of classmates who could not register due to academic holds. Then some of my classmates would not be returning due to finances. I was fortunate enough to not have those problems, and because of that it opened my eyes. I do not think I could thank my parents enough for doing what they could to give me the chance to make a better life for myself.

I've learned more in college in the first semester than all four years of high school combined. More than just how to write a 12 page research paper or memorizing the entire period table of elements, I have learned how to deal with people who are nothing like me. One of the most important things moving away from home and living with all different types of people has taught me is how important good communication and respect is for successful relationships. When you share a room suddenly everything can't be about you anymore, like it has been for the past 18 years of life. It's a brutal realization. I had to learn to compromise and sacrifice. The value of knowing how to settle conflict like an adult is immeasurable because it is something that I will use for the rest of my life; in my career and hopefully in marriage. I believe becoming a "people person" will help immensilly when I am thrown into the real world one day.

I have experienced a great campus family and interesting classes. I've had as much help as I needed being advised in my school and career choices. I've experienced true happiness in learning and the school experience. I've actually enjoyed cafeteria food and realized that I don't want to move off campus. I've also discovered a love for all sports and supported wholeheartedly a football team that others laugh at . This experience has taught me valuable things about myself and others.