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I would have told myself to not procrastinate as much, but also learn better study skills. I would have told myself that no matter how difficult a class is you are able to receive the help from others to help learn how to understand it.

College is by far one of the best experiences of my life. I feel privledged to have the financial backing and oppurtunity to better my education and future. For the majority of my life I have wanted to be a nurse to utilize my desire to help others by becoming a nurse. Without a college education this would not be possible for me. College has also introduced me to people who I know will be a part of my life for many years to come. Through college I have also been able to enhance my athletic ability by participating on the track team where I high jump, long jump, triple jump, throw discus, and throw javelin. I feel blessed to have found such a perfect college fit for myself, and cannot wait to see what the future has in store for me.

I think attending this university has given me the chance to meet more people and develop more valuable relationships. Also, the adversities i have faced financially has given me new skills when it comes to managing my money and being more responsible financially. The experiences I have had at Capital i think were more valuable to me since i have experienced them at a smaller school versus a larger school. Overall, my life while I have been in college has been more of a challenge than actually attending college but it has taught me to manage and face challenges as they come.

I just moved in to US. I want to develop my skills to get a better job. So, I decide to go to school. But, I can't pay my classes fee.

I have grown to acknowledge where I came from and accept it not as a barrier but a stepping stool to where I soon will be. The majority of the students here have a different background than I do . Instead of taking the differences as "being without "I look at it as being resourceful and learning to manage money sooner at a young age. Many of the students here have been spoon fed so when it comes to managing money they develop issues and mommy can't always come running to save the day. I see it really isn't always greener on the other side.

College has been like my first taste of the real world; like a gentle transition to adulthood. I've learned important life skills like time management and coping with stress. I've also learned important social skills like how to interact with people from a different culture, and how to approach a professor. The benefit of learning these skills in college is that it is a safe zone for trial-and-error learning. This means that when I mess up, or make an error, the repercussions wont be as severe as they would be in life. In turn, through this "safe" learning process, I am able to uncover new tools and techniques that I would not have otherwise had. College has been an invaluable experience for me. Each day is a new adventure.

Capital University is a small liberal arts college set in the heart of Columbus, OH that offers many rigorous yet renowned programs of study. While attending this university, I had immediate access to outstanding professors who cared about my learning. These same professors were nationally and internationally recognized as leaders in their respective fields. I'm glad to have had the opportunity to learn and gain insight from them. Despite being set in a large city, the university maintained a small town atmosphere where everybody knew and cared about each other. Finally, the university offered a plethora of learning opportunities, including experiences not found at other comparable colleges or universities. One such example would be a recording session where brand new sheet music was recorded for Wingert-Jones Publications that was ultimately sent in CD format to every school with a music program. As a graduate looking back, I truly feel that I received the education I wanted from Capital University.

Growing up as a child, my parents always told me the importance of school and how we should always appreciate it. I see the struggles my parents face everyday and how much they suffer to bearly make it in life. As a child, I always pictured myself finishing high school and moving onto college to follow my career path in Criminal Justice. Once I graduated from high school, I knew what were my intentions in life were and how I would pursue my career, but unfortunately due to financial problems, I couldn’t proceed onto the next step of my path which was going to a four-year university outside of Chicago. I wanted to experience life on my own because there are so many things in life that exist on the opposite side of the world that a person does not know about until you actually experience it. Since I couldn’t afford many colleges, I decided to continue my education at a community school, with the mindset of developing new skills that can prepare for my future. These last two years I feel as that I not only grew in my weaknesses but developed and strengthen my skills.

Since moving here from a different country, it was difficult for me to ajust to the new language. However, since attending college I have started to excel in English, and it hulted to be my hardest challange in my life. Now as a college student I find it so much easier to go to classes and not to worry if I will understand the lesson that the professor will be teaching that day. My grades started to excel since I started attending college only because it has tought me how to speak and write English, the native language very clearly and professionalty.

Though I hate to admit it, I lend myself to stereotypes. I have an idea of what a jock, a nerd, a girly-girl, a techy, and a party person should be. I've been attending Allan Hancock College since I was a junior in high school, and one thing that college never fails to teach me is that there are many types of people out there, and everyone is unique. I have met so many different types of people from jocks to nerds, and every single person surprises me. I've met jocks with an IQ that's through the roof, and "nerds" that can also be called "gym rats". I've learned that stereotypes are just that; stereotypes. It's unfair to group people together or assume something about them based on a label. I have always hated stereotypes, but now that I've been in college, I've realized just how shallow and unreal they are. I have tons of friends from all walks of life thanks to college, and I'm a better person because of it. So now when I walk into a room full of strangers, I don't see stereotypes, I see individuals.

I have received a lot out of college so far the experience has been undeniably great. I would never trade where I am for anything. I have made new friends that I feel may be lifelong friends. Since I chose a smaller university I get a lot of hands on attention from my professors and they offer tutors to help us anytime we may need them. I also have smaller class sizes so I feel freer to ask question and have discussion with the professor. I also must say living in a dorm on campus was another decision I am happy I made, I have a great roommate and great neighbors. We all spend time together getting to know one another. I have made new friends that I feel may be lifelong friends. We all encourage each other to be the best in our majors and to accept nothing but the best.

The things that I got out of my college experiment is there is a lot of information in this word. I also learned that there are some people who wants you to succeed. These are the people who count the others you I feel can say what they want because they had a bad day. The people who work in the library will help you when you need help . I like college life because you meet a lot of people with all kind of background and this is how you learn about the world.

Just as a freshmen in college, I have learned many valuable lessons. I have learned how to manage time, organization, and people skills. Managing my time while playing volleyball was a struggle at first, but one I got into the groove of things it wasn't that bad. Being organized is always good because then you won't forget about an assignment that is due and it will make you feel more confident in yourself. I am going to be completely honest and say that my people skills were lacking at the beginning of my college career. I overcame my fear of talking and getting to know people really quickly, and I am glad because I met some of my really good friends. College is very valuable because without a college education the odds of getting a good paying job are very slim. Also college brings out some very good skills that are needed throughout your whole life.

I graduated high school in May and started college in August 2009. I didn't know what to expect, I thought college would be somewhat like high school, but I was wrong. During the orientation at the college they would not allow my mom to enter the registration or the financial Aid room with me. I was really mad because my mom have always taken care of everything regarding school for me. Throughout the last semester in college, I thought the teachers didn't care if your come to school or not, arrive late for class, or take notes, etc. At the end of the semester you learn about what did, and how well (or not) you did. Of course not so surprising I didn't do to well last semester. I received a D in one of my class and my mom wasn't notify. Well finally, I think I realize why they made me handle the financial aid and registration alone, etc. This is part of growing up and being able to care for yourself and handle your business. I was sad and glad to learn thhis lesson. My destiny really is in my hands.

I attended Arapahoe Community College upon graduation from high school. I have since transferred to another college. I found that it was difficult to attend and do well since most of my professors were not available outside of class even during their office hours. Many of the professors make it clear to the students that they would rather be somewhere else. I was so excited to begin my academic career after high school and this was a let down to say the least. If I could go back in time I would tell myself as a high school senior to move toward my larger plans and stay away from ACC. Thank you

So far as a freshman half way through my second semester of college, I have gotten so much out of my college experience. I have became a critical analyzer of all the information laid before me in the news. I have become more knowledgeable on current events, as well as the role of government. While attending classes and juggling track practice, I have become a very organized student., meeting all of my deadlines. I have made friendships that will last a life time, but most of all, I am getting an education, not just a degree.

If i could go back in time and give advice to myself as a high school senior, I would first start off by telling myself that just because i'm at the end of senior year doesn't mean i'm done. It's the end of one chapter and the begining of another. I would tell myself to register for the hard classes even if i don't need them to graduate, they will help me in college and maybe save me less time with gen ed classes and let me move on to classes that protain to my major. Secondly sieze every scholoarship opprotunity that was available, the ones offered at school,online or even in the community. You never know when your going to need some extra cash for books. Lastly although senior year can be stressful with college right around the corner. Enjoy the moments you have with your friends because it can be the last time that you guys will be all together in this way. So to my senior self, "carpe deim", make everyday count and take nothing for granted, there are so many wonderful opprotunities out there just waiting to be taken.

If I could go back in time and speak to myself as a senior there are many things that I would warn myself of. First, I would stress the importance of searching for more college scholarships. There are so many out there, and many of them are not taken advantage of. It is very difficult as a college student trying to do well in school, work and find time to do things such as student teach. Scholarships would be very useful and allow me to spend less time working and more time studying and applying myself to my classes and school-work. I would also tell myself to try to be more outgoing or get involved in more clubs and activities. I can be a very shy person so clubs and other activities could have made it easier for me to find people who may be interested in the same things as me and help me make more friends.

I would tell myself to get up and look for more information and not wait until the last moment to try and do everything. You think you know how to manage your time, but you do not. Make schedules and actually stick to them and be faithful and dilligent with your reading and studying, it all helps. Shove aside your pride and ask for help, even if you do not need it. Any bit helps in the long run and will be to your benefit.

I would tell myself first of all to practice more. Considering my major is music education, practicing more then would put me ahead now. Of course, if my major was different I would tell myself to get more of a background on that subject. I would tell myself that I shouldn't get discouraged by anything that comes my way. There will be trials and errors that I commit, but those happen in everyone's life. It is part of being a human being and is part of life. The final point I would mention to myself is to keep focused on my vision. My decisions concerning what I do in college and where I go to college should all point in the direction of the vision that I have for my life. Whenever studying gets hard in college, or you get tired, or it seems pointless, think of the vision as your inspiration. This inspiration will allow you to achieve more. Never doubt your abilities, despite how well you did in high school. College is a time for people to renew what they want out of life. You are no exception, as you will do some amazing things.