Brigham Young University-Idaho Top Questions

From my college experience so far I've learned that most of the time it's a real pain in the neck to go to college-- everything that goes on, tbalancing work, family life, homework, time management, and a social life all at the same time is extrememly tiring and sometimes... it makes me want to quit. I like to learn, but college burns me out. Sure it's nice to feel like a responsible adult because I make my own desicions now, but I don't always want to make my own desicions anymore. I do, however, want to succeed. Right now I feel like the fruits of my labors will not be worth what I'm going through. But I've learned that the harder it is, the stronger it will make me. If I choose not to quit, if I keep going--and with a determination as strong as the human instinct is to survive, I will have success--I will be successful. I see it every day. In my teachers, my classmates, those who've made it, and those who've chosen to give up. And I know I'm right where I need to be.

From my college experience I have learned much in many ways other than academically. I have learned how to deal with people. Knowing how to effectively communicate with my professors as well as my peers has helped me to make great relationships, and provide opportunities for internships, jobs, service projects, and other activities that otherwise may not have presented themselves. I also met my spouse here, that is the best gift any university could ever give. My faith in God has increased, and my capacity to work is greater. I have recieved a well-rounded education that will help me to diversify my portfolio. I am a better person thanks to the fact that I attend Brigham Young University.

Throughout my college experience I have learned the importance of focusing on your studies and not goofing around. I personally am facing the difficulty of being dyslexic, but I have never let that hinder me. It has been a different change from high school to college with this disability and I have noticed at times that I might be behind people and it is important to not slack off or procrastinate. School is an opportunity and I have experienced long nights of studying and no sleep, but it is worth it. I have found life long friends and the people are what make your college life something worth having. The rewards and the benefits are that you have gained an experience that has allowed you to grow and develop from the immature students you once were, into people of society.

My college expirience has shown me that if I work hard enough and try the best I can, I will make it on my own. I can be who ever it is I strive to be. This world may be tough and at times make one feel that they will never be able to succeed. I know at times I have felt like this. But when I do my best in school and listen to my teachers who encourage and push me to succeed, I feel I can accomplish anything. And yes, I did say that my college professors do care about their students. These professors really want us to go out into the world and make something of ourselves so we can be examples of what we stand for and examples of our education. This has been a valuable blessing in my life to go to a school that makes me feel driven. I know that in the future I can be a great asset to who ever I work for and a great asset to society. This expirience is not only shaping me, but my children and generations to come. That they may know that knowledge is power.

So far my college experience has made me realize the precious value of self worth. Through various life-changing experiences during my time here I have come to realize that it is not about who I am or who I was in high school. Instead, it is about who I am choosing to become and how I choose to treat those around me--with the respect and dignity they deserve. My school has proved its value through a challenging education that has guided me towards a career choice that will fullfill what I really want to do with my life. While attending, I have discovered many cherished and personal relationships and friendships that will endure beyond merely going to the same school--including the love of my life, my wife. Furthermore, I have valued my attendance here so far because this college has enabled me to discover and deepen many passions that used to hold no more significance in my mind than mere hobbies and idle pastimes.

Going back to school for myself has been so very rewarding. To be 45 and a single mother of 2 small children i belive we can get so stuck in what we feel to be as downward spiral. As i decieded to give up my carerr in a social work field after 8 years i have realized Yes I Can Do This. I want to make a better life formy kids and be that mom they can look up to and the role model to be proud of. I'm not only gaining a new carerr path but the confidence to say no matter what situation you end up in it's your ultimate choice to decide what to do withthat. Kudos to myself and the confidence to say, I"m gonna make it and be some one amazing soon. thank you

I was taught at very young age education was key to life. Because of my finacial status i wasunable to go to a four year, I went to a nearby junior college. Los Angeles Harbor College has given me the chance to further my education. I have learn how to balance my school life with home, and volleyball. I have made many friends due to playing volleyball for the school. I have gotten the chance to to be taught by many valued and excellent profeesors. Harbor college has given me nothing but happy moments. I have found by attending harbor college it has eased me into the college life. I now feel comfortable in attending a four year university. I have been lucky enough to be accepted to Brigham Young University of Hawaii. And that wouldnt have been possiable if I didnt start at Harbor College.

My college experience has taught me the true value of hardwork. through research, study, homework, and tests. I learned that nothing ever comes easy. It has taught me the value of friendships and building trust with roommates, professors, and classmates. Through my college experience I was able to learn about who I was, and what I wanted to become. It taught me that I can be myself, that my opinion counts, and that my goals and dreams are acheivable. It guided and molded me into the person I am today. My college experience opened my eyes to the possibilities in the world, and most importantly within myself. It has been because of my overall college experience, inside and outside the classroom, that I have decided to persue my master's degree.

I loved my college experience because I was able to be involved in what I wanted to be on campus. Learning opportunities were available and worth the effort put into it. I loved being involved and feeling like I belonged and could do things. I loved college!

Gaining more knowledge is the most important to me. I will never know when I will need to use the degree that I will be getting. With having my father pass away and my mother having to support four young children was hard on her. With getting this education, it will benifit me to know that I will have something to fall back on and not get lost and not be able to support thoes that I love.

In my college experience I have learned to be myself and make friends a little easier. Love of learning is very important part of college because that is what you are there to do. Brigham Young University-Idaho has a great atmosphere and the professors love their students. They care what you do. The current students are really nice. I have also learned many things outside of class. There are so many activities to do. The activities that I have been most invovled with are dancing workshops. I had never known how to dance and I am glad I was able to learn. There are activities for everyone though, from the simplest to the most extreme. It's also very beautiful in the springtime. There are a couple gardens on campus and a pretty park just off campus. Everything is in walking distance. I really love this university.

I applied to the university to save money. Tuition was quite inexpensive. I made a lot of great friendships that I foresee will last for a very long time. The majority of the students are tightly-knit and, albeit unaccepting of diversity, very conscientous of others and are quick lend a helping hand. Despite the oppressive atmosphere, there is a friendly and relaxed environment surrounding the campus. It is far removed from busy cities, enhancing the homely atmosphere of the campus. College towns are a preferable to me, and Rexburg is one of the friendliest I have visited. I gained a love for my chosen field in which I am attending graduate school, mostly because of the excitement and interest exuded by my professors. Despite my lack of enthusiasm for the school, I am grateful to have attended BYU-Idaho, if for no other reason than to make really good friends. The quality of education was lacking, but for the cost of tuition it was average.

I have gotten so much out of my college experience. I love attending Daymar College. I found out that at thirty years old I still had my book smarts! I left my husband, of ten years, last June then started college in September. My husband always told me that I couldn't go to college and if I did I wouldn't be smart enough to pass the classes. I have a 4.0 GPA ! My husband took all of our money out of our bank account and won't give me anything, and I can't do anything about it. I'm living at my parents house, who are disabled, along with my brother, sister-in-law, niece and nephew. I earn only $278.00 every two weeks on my unemployment, and I don't want to have to quit school! My ten year old daughter is so proud of me and it would break her heart if I have to drop out. We both sit down in the evenings and do our homework together. College has not only brought my self-esteem up, but it has brought me and my daughter even closer.

I have learned how to be autosufficient and be myself.

The biggest thing that I've learned from college thus far is how to be independent. I never really considered myself very dependent on my parents, I held a job through senior year and purchased the majority of my clothing, I paid insurance, I paid for my own gas. Going to college really opened up my eyes to how much my parents did for me. It's a whole new world, my parents weren't there to do my laundry, set up doctor appointments, buy my shampoo or fix me dinner. College turns independent teenagers into fully self-sufficient adults and once you taste true self-sufficiency, there is nothing better. College also taught me the importance of being proactive. Teachers don't care whether or not you show up for class, it's all up to you. Teachers also don't care if you do the work, or if you skip, but they don't make exceptions. This is difficult to adjust to at first, but it taught me that I need to be more proactive with my school work. In college, your education is in your own hands and your success comes from your willingness to push yourself.

As a freshmen attending BYU-Idaho I have learned so much from these past 5 months then I could ever imagine. The first month and a half of my experiance was overwhelming, lonely, and terribly tough. I moved 8 hours from my home, lived in a basement of a house, was going to school full time and working as much as possilbe. I was dating a boy from home who was going to school in my home town. I was not open for discovery and I was worrying about a lot of things that I could not control. We eventually broke up and that was the best thing. I started opening up to others, meeting a lot more people, feeling more comfortable letting myself go and have fun. I started enjoying my job. Devotionals at my school also helped a lot. They were wonderful. It is great to see everyone at our school of 14,000 get together to learn and grow. Attending BYU-Idaho has done so much for me in these 5 months then I have learned through the 19 years I have been alive. I learned so much about myself, my beliefs, and friends and family.

I went to beauty school before I started attending BYU-I. It has been the greatest decision that I have made, I love doing hair and am so grateful that I have the skill I have from beauty school. I am able to work in a good job well I have the oppurtunity to go to school. My college experience has helped me in so much more then in my choosen feild. By going to college I have been able to realize that there is so many more oppurtunities. I have a professor that I loved this past semester, qouting him he said, "You go to college to be a hero to your 35 year old self" There is so much more that you learn outside of acedemics, you learn life skills and are able to acheive large goals. Being out on your own for the first time, rooming with people that often end up being your best friends , and learning to decide for yourelf where you stand are just a few things that have made a huge impression in my life.

If I could go back in time and tell myself what things I should do in order to become a better college freshman, I would tell myself to start taking school more seriously! To talk to my teachers and become comfortable asking questions and becoming engaged in the conversation. There are so many timse at college that I have simply been too scared to speak up, I wich I had over come that in high school where I knew everyone!

College is different, you choose your own classes and what times to take them. Manage your time wisely. Always show up to class on time and always do the work. One assignment could determine if you get an A or a C. Study hard, pay attention, take notes, and always ask for help. There are resources out there to help you succeed so take advantage of it. You are in college now and you are an adult which means you have responsibilities and are responsible for yourself. Use that power wisely. College is a place of learning but it is also a new experience, one that you will never get back so take time to enjoy yourself also. Go out of your comfort zone, find out who you are. And find out what you like. It's ok to change your major once or twice, nothing is set in stone. It is your decision.

Be prepared. Know the campus, know your finances, know how to budget money, how to cook, study, work hard, and play hard. Knowing these things will help to eliminate the stress of the first few weeks and help you adjust to classes. Above all, don?t make the mistake of thinking college is all about having fun. Fun of course is included in the experience, but don?t forget the ultimate purpose--to receive a first rate education. However, make sure your life is not ?all work and no play?; because if it is, you will have missed the opportunity to develop the necessary social skills that will be used for the rest of your life. If you can find this balance of fun and work early on, you will have nothing to worry about. (This worry-free state will especially come in handy around finals!)