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Other than the academic knowledge I have gained, I have gained other valuable life lessons. College has taught me the importance of determination, time management, respect, responsibility, and most importantly independence. I believe that without the college experience I have I would not be the person I am today.

Academically I have learned a lot about Psychology, my major, and helped me learn what I want to do with my life. Socially, I have learned what it is like to be accepted for who I am despite being outside of the norm. I am pansexual and into Anime and other cultures, but people on campus do not care about that. They care about who I am and what I think without judging me.

I have learned an incredible amount of information from my instructors. As a nontraditional 28 year old student, I sometimes forget that I still have more to learn. But I believe that the information I have gained as well as the connections I have made will pave a brighter path for my future. The experience is what you make it. Although I am unable to attend many campus activities because I work and attend school full time, I try to make the most of my experience. I attend every guest speaker, conference, or sporting event that I can, especially the free ones. I may not have the typical dorm life, but I'm going to take advantage of every resource that is available.

By choosing to attend college, I have learned the importance of independence. I was always independent, even when I lived at home. However, I'd always looked at my independence as a burden; I wished I would have had the kind of supportive family other children got to depend on. Moving away from home, I realized how truly wonderful independence is. While other students are crying every night and running home every weekend, I am really able to feel the pride that comes from being my own guardian. I feel an immense sense of satisfaction that I am financing college by myself and maintaining the grades I need in order to stay on track with my degree. Even small things give me pleasure; I extract a great joy from doing my laundry, shopping for groceries, cleaning my room, and going to class on time every day. The college experience has been so much more than I ever expected. The pride I can now take in tasks that once seemed even dull gives me the strength I need to build my own life as an adult. The value of college far surpasses whatever costs may accrue.

My college experience has taught me to stand on my own two feet. It has really forced me to take my education into my own two hands and critically think about what was important to me in life and what took priority. It is definately a lot different from high school where it was the teacher's job to handle my education, now its solely on me, it's very liberating to know that my education is all because of me, I am the sole reason why I am doing so well academically, it is because of the discipline I have exercised while studying for a test or doing assignments. The most important thing I have gotten from my college experience is the ability to believe in myself. The fact that I know that I can be successful on my own is priceless.

in my college experience, i learned how to work with people i never met before, which really will be helpful if i want to be a vet.

I've gained a lot of confidence from going to college. It has helped me to realize how much my future really means to me. Entering college was a big step for me to take because I wasn't used to doing things on my own. College has allowed me to meet new and different people that come from different backgrounds and situations. I know going to school to further my education will help me get far in my life. Going to college is nothing, but succeeding in college takes a lot of hard work. Attending college is something I always knew I would do, but I never would have guessed that it would take a lot of hard work and dedication. I'm glad I decided to attend college. Eventhough I have not in been in college for a full year, it has opened my eyes to a broader and brighter future. I am glad that I chose this step in my life. Even with a little college education I know I have better chances of getting a good paying job compared to a person who did not attend. I am very thankful for my little college experience.

I have learned a great deal about myself as well as the world around me.

So far my college experience has helped me meet new people and I have learned that i need to stay busy. I love college and it is helping me stay on the right page. College is alot different than high school and i have to learnhow to do alot of things on my own. The biggest thing that i have gotten out of my experience so far is time management. I have to learn when to work and when to play. College is very valuable to me because I am a first generation college student and now that I am here I know that there is alot of things that are out there for me. It costs alot of money to go and while I am there I plan to learn as much as possible and make the best of it.

Out of the one full year that I have had here at Bowling Green State University, I have learned a significant amount about time management. I have learned that I must live by my planner and that I must not procrastinate iin the things that I have to do because it will come back and make things difficult for me. One other leasson that I have learned is the importance of friendship. My freshman year in college I did not get out much, I did not participate in any of the events the school or my reisidence hall were having. I was a shy person and did not know anyone. Second semester of my freshman year I began to come out a little bit more and met the amazing friends that I have today. We do everything together and through my friends I have met other people on campus and I no longer feel like an outsider, I feel like I belong on this campus and that I am welcome on this campus.

I have gotten real world experience, leadership, and independence since I have come to college and that is something I would never want to lose or take back. Despite all the hardships on making my way here and all the debt, I am satisfied with my decision to come to Bowling Green State University. It has taught me who I really am and has showed me how to be strong when life throws you some curve balls.

I have learned the finer points of computer hardware, software, and applications that would have taken years to discover on my own. I have also obtained and refined interpersonal, leadership, teamwork, and communication skills. Going to college has allowed me to not only increase my academic experience, it has also given me the tools to create stronger relationships with those around me.

I have not started college but I have however been playing football for foothill. So far my experience has been great, and a more exciting experience then my past school memories. College is important for me because this is my chance to better myself. I grew up in California, but in the low class. Scholarship offers and other financial aid is great because it gives people such as myself a chance to get an education, and a fair oppurtunity for success. This scholarship would have an undescribable effect on me, and would make my ability to pay for college easier. Thank you for reading, and i hope you take me into consideration for the winner of this scholarship.

College life has changed my perspective in life! In high school I was heavily involved and pretty much knew everybody. At the community college I attended I didn't know most of the people I interacted with. I had a very hard time adjusting socially because I am very shy. Because I did not have many friends I withdrew myself to school and work. This caused me to break down often and I felt emotionally down a lot. School means a lot me; I belive a good education is a huge necessity. However, it is not healthy to shut everything else out. There needs to be a balance in everything that is done. I'm glad I've learned this before it was too late.

I acquired time management and discipline out of my undergraduate experience. It is quite different attending classes online as opposed to traditional campus life. It is more difficult, in my opinion but I learned a great deal more online than in person. There is no skimming through notes before an exam. You either read it, did the required assignments, or you did not and it shows in your grades. I would not trade my college experience through Bowling Green for any other college. It was immensely unique and I recommend the school to everyone!

In my college experience, it has been one of the best. The atmosphere, the people, and the classes make it all valuable to attend. The eagerness to learn and take my education to the next level has also been very valuable. College makes me want to prepare in order to face the many battles that are in the real world. College wants to help you to be ready for the real world. College isn't just about the parties but its also about wanting to learn

College has taught me to stand by my own values and to not be swayed by others. It would be easy to change your moral values to match those around you, but changing your moral values changes who you are. This change would likely not be a better change either. Either people will accept you regardless of your opinions or you'll meet people who share your same views. Either way, you'll be associating with people who will not try to change your values. Honestly, all a person has is their own personal values. If you compromise these values, you're compromising yourself and are likely to make poor life choices.

I have gained many things out of college. I have grown both mentally and academically in thew past year that I attended Bowling Green State University. I have become better in the area of my major (dance). I have enjoyed staying on campus and meeting new people from many different places all over the world. Being at BGSU is a wonderful experience for me and I am very pleased that I decided to attend Bowling Green State University.

I have gained a greater appreciation of my family. You don't know how much you love someone until they are gone. While in college, the distance has made me realize how much I love my family. This has made me realize I should cherish the few moments I have left with them.

Upon enrolling into college, I feel that I've gained alot valuable knowledge, which I can utilize for the rest of my life. I have not graduated yet, so I still have much to learn. I have also gained a sense of self-fulfillment, a higher self-esteem, and a social network. Now I understand why collegeg is so valuable to attend. Without an education, many oppurtunities would pass me by. It was crucial for me to attended college because it's hard to find a good job without an education. College experiences also helped me to become a more well rounded person. I've learned alot from my classmates who's unique personalities and different ethnicities have created a diverse, enriching environment. I feel much more secure with my future now that I am in college.