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Through the various courses attended at Sacramento State, knowledge and life skills have been gained that can never be replaced. By participating in activities in my freshmen seminar course to understanding the importance of a structured society in my world civilization course, I have become prepared for many obstacles that can possibly be placed in front of me in future courses. There are innumerable resources in the library and Academic Resource Center along with individuals who assist students who are struggling in a course or who need more information regarding a specific subject. By being able to attend Sacramento State I have been able to experience campus life but still feel comfortable without getting overwhelmed with course work. I have been able to understand the importance of asking the professor and other students in the class for assistance on an assignment because it was through these confrontations that I was able to recognize my potential as a student and as a future educator.

Merced College was not my first choice when I was a senior in high school, I thought I had to make something of myself by attending a university. I was naive of the tuition costs and classwork in universities, community colleges offer the same first two year's worth of general education as most 4-year institutions at a cheaper price. It was from Merced College that I came to understand the importance of studying days prior to a test rather than the morning just before the exam. When in high school, I assumed the mentality that I was one of the few high-achieving students, however when coming into Merced College I discovered that that idea no longer applies. Most college students are capable, if not more than capable of achieving the same assignment as myself; I realized I need to try harder. So although Merced College is a small campus, it serves as a significant stepping stone from high school to a 4-year college. I got my money's worth while attending a community college. I learned to be more independent at school, be a recluse to finish my assignments and to adhere to my studying habits.

I have learned that college is much more than just parites and fun. It's the opportunity of a life time that many wish to have and with my hard work and also with the help of my parents have been successfully done. I come from a background where it is an honor to make it to an university. I am the first of my family to attend and as a child I was pushed and very driven to succeed. So one day I could provide my own family with the life I couldn't recieve. It's very valuable to attend because not only are we paying for it, but also because it is the first step to success. The only way to survive in this world is to recieve higher education and make something our of ourselves. I've learned a great deal of responsibility and that it's important to keep my head in the game. No matter what may occur to always keep pushing until I reach my goal. I enjoy college because it's given me the chance to focus on my education and most importantly to make my parents proud.

Though my experience at a 4-year college was cut short, due to the passing of my best friend, I feel as if I have gotten alot from my college experience. When I attended Wright State Univeristy in Fall 2010 I enjoyed myself. I got to meet new people and was opened up to new ideas and perspectives. I have experienced dorm life, and the responsibility that comes with. Also, I have learned a tremendious amount not only education wise, but through the about of diversity presented on the campus. I now attend Columbus State Community College, where once again I see a plethora of diversity. I am in class with people who are 2X my age or possibly the same age as myself, but no matter the age, I learn from each and every one of them, whether it be a math problem or a person issue. It has been valuable to attend college not only for learning but to make me a better person and more culturally rounded.

I have learned so much thus far in my college journey. It has opened up my mind to many things I had never even thought of before; college is so valuable it helps you think outside the box, see things differently and learn about the world and things you would only lean from going to school. It gives you tolerance and patience for other people and exposes you to all kinds of different people and situations that you will find in the "real" world. College is a must it gives you general knowledge in many areas and I will never regret going, I have never met anyone who said they regret going to college. Overall college so far has helped me to become a well rounded person, educated and able to understand the world and people much better. I now know what it is like being on both sides of the fence, educated and without an education and I would never go back, I always encourage people to go to school it has been the best choice I have ever made, the most important investment of my life, for my kids life and our future.

I have completed only a semester of college, and yet I have learned enough to make it seem as if I have been there for years. Going into college, I was quiet and shy and kept to myself. After this first semester though, I have learned to be open and social. I have also learned to take things as they come to me and to not worry when things go wrong because it's not the end of the world. If I had to leave college for whatever reason, I now know that the short time I spent at Sacramento State was worth it because it has taught me to be more relaxed and to just go with the flow, which was a lesson I had been waiting and needing to learn my whole life.

I absolutely love my college experience at CSU Sacramento! During my first college semester, I was able to become an Orientation Leader for the New Student Orientationat CSU Sacramento and help incoming students the following year. My second year at CSU Sacramento, I became a Peer Mentor for the Academic Advising Center. As a peer mentor, I helped 20 first-year students adjust to CSU Sacramento. I conducted ice breakers, personal development assignments, etc. I have given presentations on general education as well as time mangement and study skills. I also met with each student twice during the Fall semester; once to get to know them and establish trust. The second meeting to plan their academic schedule for the following semester. I still have much to learn, but I think I have made significant progress so far. A college education one of the most important things for me. I am a eldest of three, first generation Latina student pursuing a bachelors degreein Speech Pathology. It is rare to see a Latina student in Speech Pathology but I want to set a good example for my brother and sister. I am pursuring certification as a blingual Speech Pathologist.

I have gone to college since 2003. I started out at a Jr. college because I couldn't afford tuition at the University. I have been teaching children who have autism for 8 years and I absolutely love it! I teach at a pulic school where we also have students who are deaf and hard of hearing. I noticed that those students only hung out with eachother because other students didn't know how to communicate with them. I began to learn sign language from them and started taking sign language classes in college so I could learn even more. I earned my sign language certificate at Sac State and I teach all the students sign language during my lunch so they can communicate with our students who are deaf/ hard of hearing. It is such a beautiful thing to see everyone making true friendhips that last. I absolutely love what I do and I dream of being an inclusion kindergaten teacher for children who have different abilities then one day opening a summer camp to get kids off their butts and have fun! The only thing holding me back from my dream is money for my college tuition.

Throughout college, I have experienced and learned many academic skills. For instance, I have interacted with diverse populations having the ability to build teams with peers. As a result, this opportunity has helped me improve my communication skills by networking with people and adapting to different cultures. Besides, my communication skills, I have also improved in my writing and reading skills by taking and receiving the appreciated tutoring help in my academic courses. Therefore, from my personal point of view, attending to California State University, Sacramento has been a great and valuable experience that I have been exposed to because l have learned to be more independent and responsible

College has been tough, i am not going to lie but it definately has been a good experience. Not only have i learned about different topics or subjects but i have learned more about myself. I learned time management and what to focus on and what not to focus on. I learned that even though i may like something that it might not necessarily be the right thing for me. its valuable because if i were to look back and did not make some of the necessary choices that needed to be made i would be no where. i would probably be making circles and not learning from them. College taught me to learn and without that i would not be able to grow as a person or as a student. if i cant grow i cant go or do anything with my life, i want my life to be something, and i want to be remembered by how i lived my life. It all started with a choice and that was attending college now in order to continue making choices like this i to explore and acknowledge all my resources.

For me, college has been an experience characterized by my dedication to my studies and my determination to by successful as a nursing major. However, I have realized that college can be any experience you choose it to be. Some students choose to make the focus of college a social experience, others can balance their focus between their studies and their social life. However, my college experience has been defined by my choice to major in nursing. Nursing is an impacted major, so it is competitive because it requires a secondary application and acceptance into the school of nursing to actually begin the nursing coursework. My college experience became valuable to me when I was accepted into the nursing program; the feeling I got when all my hard work paid off was a beautiful moment. To know I will be a practicing nurse is valuable to me in the sense that I will feel I have a role in the community. Even more valuable, I am excited to have relationships with my patients at the individual level. In a sense, college allows you to become a member of a specific community and for me that is the healthcare community.

I am the first one to go to college in my family, so being enrolled in a 4 year institution is a once in a lifetime great opportunity that I will not put to waste. My mother always tells me that people can take anything away from me but not my education. Things I learned and still learning will make me and take me to far away places. In this world people need to have a degree to work, and if I want to have a great life in my future, I need to finish college. Plus, my motivation is my family. As much as possible, I want to help my parents by getting a decent job, and plus this is my way to give back to all the thing they've given me. Also, college is fun. I get to do what I love which is theatre. I get to meet new people, and I get to explore and learn. College teach me a lot of things I do not know in life. Lastly professors here really take care of their students. As much as possible, professors want their students to have a future. I know I will.

For me the college experience was an opportunity for me to mature and grow. I feel that going off to college, leaving your home and family behinde you and taking on this big task truely builds charactor. In attending college you are also allwoed the opportunity to grow socialy and to come out of your shell. Before i went to college i was a shy person, but through going to school and meeting new people every day i have become a more social person. During your college years a lot of great memories are made. Memories that you will remember for the rest of your life. Through attending college it gives me hope for a brighter future. Through furthering my education it allowes me to prepare for life. Some day i hope to get married and have a family and through my college education i believe i will be able to find a good job that will help me to provide for my family. Thats what it comes down to, i want a happy family and would like to be able to provide for their every need. and through this my dream can come true. ALOHA

The one thing that I have gotten out of college is confidence. I have grown so much as a person during my epxerience at college, so far. By being in college I have began to met many new people and start to enjoy the college experience. It really has been a valuable opportunity for me to attend, dispite the adversity I have been faced with, I have been able to grow as person,inside and out, and to discover myself.

I have been able to experience many things from going to college that I probably would not have been aware of had I not enrolled. I have found value in each and every one of them. I have met people from all over the world, each with a different story to tell. This, in turn, has shown me first hand that in spite of our perceived differences, people are more alike than different. I have also realized the value in getting an education. Getting a four-year degree will place me in a global minority of people who have been able to experience this luxury. To have this opportunity is very humbling and I am truly grateful. I also realize that because of the opportunties I have been presented I have a duty to give back to those who are less fortunate. Through volunteering for various organizations I feel that I have begun a lifelong journey of giving back to the community, which I hope will make it that much easier for future generations to realize the value of and take advantage of the college experience.

What I have gotten out of my college experience is the confidence to not be reserved with myself. As a confused and poor Southeast Asian student with a conservative tradition and upbringings, I never thought that I was able to live on my own and to understand what else higher education can do for you besides looking good on your resume. As I attended college I met many great people, great professors and great mentors who have guided me and challenged my thoughts. It has been valuable to attend college because I was able to learn from my courses, participate in free cultural conferences and events, student protests, and meet people who have been in the similar shoes as me. The more knowledge, issues and awareness that I learn about my community and myself, I learn to not be afraid to question, step outside the box and to not be reserved. with myself There will never be a progress in myself if I hold myself back from the experiences and opportunities there are for me.

My college experience at CSUS allowed me to progress in my academic interests, character, financial responsibility, leadership ability, and personal development. My academic interests are to gain a teaching credential, and with CSUS’s liberal studies and credential programs I can easily achieve my goal. CSUS offers a variety of clubs and organizations one of which I am a member, being part of the Alpha Chi Omega women’s fraternity has given me an opportunity to enhance my character by showing myself that I accept and reflect moral integrity and dignity, social awareness, and fraternity loyalty. CSUS has also helped me improve my skills being financially responsible, for I have had to learn to be well aware of when payments are due so that my classes are not dropped. AchiO women’s fraternity at CSUS has giving me the opportunity to gain leadership by participating in campus activities and encouraging other collegian to be interested in their community. Lastly, my experience has given me opportunity for personal development, because CSUS is a culturally diverse campus it offers opportunities to enhance my cultural appreciation and knowledge of other cultures. All of the above made my attendance to CSUS highly valuable.

Sac State is a well organized, student friendly campus. The professors are awesome.

What I have gotten out of going to college is time management , having to balance my time between going to class, studying and taking care of my three year son and still being able to keep my grades up. With having to work on my time management , it has made me more of a responsible person and it has helped me to get things done in a timely fashion. Point being is that when I start my career as a dental assistant I will be able to handle the conflicting schedules that come with the job of being a single mom with a career. School has been valuable for me to attend because I want to graduate and become a dental assistant so that I can take care of my son on my own with a steady income.

I have had a passionate, enjoyable experience, from community college to four year CSU Sacramento. It has been an extremely invigorating, eye opening journey. I have been exposed to many new worlds of exploration and knowlegde that I would have never considered before attending college. A prime example for me is geography, which is a highly advanced field of study. I have been stimulated to develop my mental thinking capacities like never before. One example is my writing skills improvement; I felt I was a decent writer; but I didn't know there was so much I could improve on.