College for Creative Studies Top Questions

From my recent college experience I have learned education is important. People all around the world can easily say education is important, the question is why? Education is the growing root for the career you have dreamt about your whole life. It starts a whole new beginning without an end. My college experience has taught me to strive for a goal, become better at it and to keep moving forward with it. It has showed me positives and negatives about my college life, including friends, education, professors, and much more. College is a valuable experience and will always be a valuable experience to me, because it helps a person gain knowledge. Knowledge is a never ending experience as I see it, no matter the age, a person will keep learning until the end of time. College in my eyes is worth the money put in to it. I really hope students all over the world have a college experience like I have, it really is a chance of a lifetime. Let's make it worth it.

I'm getting the exact education I need for my future career, down to the core classes that will strengthen my degree. Besides that, it's right in downtown Detroit, so I'm getting a taste of what it's like to live in a big city, as opposed to living in the suburbs of a small town all my life. There are also many different majors and degrees in the art field, so I'm getting to know people in those degrees, exposing myself to different kinds of art other than what I'm used to.

As a person who has always felt a little behind growing up, always challenged in the classroom and not doing as well as the majority, however excelling at anything creative. It was an easy decision for me to attend The College for Creative Studies; it was the tuition cost convincing to the parental that was most difficult. My mother didn’t at first understand why I needed to attend such an expensive private art school “Couldn’t you get the same degree at a basic college.” she would say; Yes maybe the degree would look the same but the experience, impact, and skill sets obtained could never compare. That person I once was in the past always feeling a little behind was finally ahead of the game. I have never worked so hard, been so passionate, and did so well at anything academic in my life. CCS brought out what I think might have always been there, my creativity, and then refined and polished it. CCS not only gave me the skills to think and create creatively, but a new confidence in myself I had never had before.

Many of us leave high school imagining the next four years as the best of our lives. This idea comes from those around us, who coincidentally, said the same thing about high school. Needless to say, I was excited and a little skeptical. If I knew about the all-nighters I would pull or how hard I would push my mind and body, there is no way I would have believed those people. I would’ve been wrong. College wasn’t just about the workload and degree. College was about learning not only about your major (as you ingested coffee like water or bought Red Bull by the case), but also about yourself. Grade school was relatively easy and for a first, I not only had to work hard, I wanted to work hard. I had teachers that I admired and friends wanting what I wanted in life, just as thrilled to see their futures growing before them. What did I get out of the valuable experience of college? I can’t just name one thing. I developed a new way of thinking, a new perspective on the world. I learned who I was and who I wanted to be.

When i was younger my parents both worked full-time barely amking wages above minimum, I mistook that way of living as a concrete cast system. I have learned the error of my ways since then watching family suffer through the a recession that has them dependent on my part-time job and my father's pension. College gave new hope and has allod to dream of a better life for myself those I care for, the importance of of a higher education in my personal experience is knowing that I am get tom shape a better future.

My college experience is one of the best experiences of my life. It’s the first time that I ever had to be completely responsible for myself. I've never had issues with responsibility where school is concerned but high school doesn't really compare to college. In high school, the teachers try to prepare you for the real world but under the surface there is still a safety net. Teachers in high school are definitely more concerned than college professors. In college you have to float or sink. You can't expect someone to remind you to get your work done. If you procrastinate you will quickly be overwhelmed. I fully developed my organizational skills when I started college. I've honestly never had a better opportunity to practice time management. College made it necessary for me to learn and develop the responsibility of an adult. It gave me my first real career-like experience. I'll be grateful for it for the rest of my life.

What I have gotten out of my college experience is one on one experience. This is valuable to me because the hands on training has helped refine my art and make it a bit better so far.

My college experience has helped me to communicate better, my network has increased and I'm more confident on a professional level. It?s very valuable when you have peers on the same level as you, as well as knowledgeable Instructors who can challenge you with critiques in every aspect of your leaning. This way when you graduate and evaluate all the things that you have been through while your in college, applying to a job in field becomes second nature and its far easier to succeed.

I would have never expected that going to art school would be as difficult as it has been. On average, I do four "allnighters" a week for how much work we receive. I am so blessed that I am attending a very known design/art school that is reputable is something to be proud of. My whole life, I was the best at art, but now I have been placed in an environment where the competition is immensly difficult. My school has combined the top artists, and it's easy to get discouraged. I feel like even though I might not be the best, I will stand out because I have drive. I'm not affraid of what the world has to offer. What will make me stand out is my speed, and my indurance. What college has taught me is that it is not easy, and that people strive to get the best education possible. I need to make a difference in this world through design, and this school has taught me that my dreams are possible; that I will make a difference.

Honestly? Not much. I attended a community college and I feel like I was walked through it. Open book tests, multiple choice math problems, and teachers that allowed students to turn in assignments extremely late, all added up to a fairly unfullfilling college experience. Ofcourse, there where exceptions. My Biology, English, Higher Math, and Religion classes stand out in my mind. The experience really depended on the teacher and my teachers in those courses where exceptional. It's difficult to put what I gained from those teachers into words. The things I learned wheren't really that valuable because in the long run very little of that stuff sticks with you. I suppose the most valuable thing I gleened from my experience was a learning style. I honed my ability to communicate with others and to quickly obtain usefull information. I also learned how to solve problems on my own which is far more valuable than any particular thing you can know. In short, the Associate's Degree I earned hasn't really done much for me. I'm hoping that furthering my education in a more serious setting will help me become a more valuable person.

This college drives students to suceed in that the faculty truly cares about the students and how they can be part of their success. The college design labs are open late into the evening hours, giving students the oportunity to be creative during the time they don't attend classes. Students have good work ethics and are helpful to one another. Teachers are available to assist most hours of the day as well as weekends if necessary. Although it is costly, I will continue to excell at College for creative studies as long as I can find the funds to attend.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell my self to get started on raising funds so could afford more than a semester at the college that I would come to love. I would tell myself not to worry about making friends, because there would be a friend for me where ever I would go. Eventually, I would tell myself to call my family or email them more often; they supported my decision to get to an art school and would support me after. Sooner or later I would tell myself to keep in touch with my friends from back home, I would eventually be returning home and my friends would miss me as much as I would miss them. Lastly, I would suggest that I throw more spaghetti parties for everyone I would know at CCS, because they were so much fun; we would spend hours around the dinner table taking about what ever came to mind. However, I digress, for I will never be able to turn back that clock. On the off chance that I could , I believe itime would eventually come to this moment anyhow.

If I could go back in time to my high school senior year I would tell myself to look for scholarships! I also would tell myself to just be myself and not me afraid to go to college events, and meet new people. College life is fun, and at first it you can be homesick, but just realized that your family is your BIGGEST support system, and there is always skype! The transition at first can be hard but no worries you can do ANYTHING!

If I had the ability to travel back in time to prewarn my high school senior self of what was to be in the years to come; aside from telling my youthful self to apply for many scholarships and grants to ease the to be pressure of financial standing on myself to free up my mind to be focused on more important and relevent things such as my studies. Aside from that, I feel that I wouldn't reveal a lot more than that to myself. A major part of going to college is discovery as well as self-discovory. Its about learning who you truly are and how you will react to different situations in life that you are not prepared for, not until finding yourself out of your element will you have the ability to do so. One word of wisdom that I would share with past self is to be opened to all new experiences, with this ability you will go farther than you've ever expected.

I am learning disabled, so that means I have to work extra hard to keep up with everyone else. It's something that has definitely affected me academically and mentally throughout my life. I would tell myself to not worry about what others think, to talk to teachers about it and always ask for help when I need it. At the beginning of my college career I struggled, and my biggest mistake was being afraid to ask for help. Everyone should take advantage of tutors and the student success center, they are beneficial to everyone. Most of all, don't forget to have fun and be yourself!

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a senior, I would remind myself that high school is such a small part of my life and that I should enjoy the time that I have in it. I should not worry so much about what the other kids are doing or saying and not allow myself to be pressured into things I know are wrong. I should remember that everyone is going through the same kind of pressures that I am - trying to fit in, worrying about their future, and dealing with parents that want us to be adults one minute and kids the next. I will continually remind myself that I have a very positive future ahead of me, especially when I feel like it is the end of the world. I will make sure to talk to my family and friends when it feels like everything beginning to be overwhelming. But most of all, I will remember to have fun. Because once I go off to college, I have to make my own decisions, be responsible for my own actions, and work even harder than before. I know now that I am ready!

During the application process for college as a high school senior, I dedicated a huge portion of my time towards preparing my portfolio. Looking back on this, I would still tell myself to dedicate so much time to my portfolio, but I would also advise myself to spend more time on the quality of each piece and to apply myself more towards more outside scholarships. College life is expensive, particularly regarding buying supplies and textbooks, and any money opportunities are welcome. Being wrapped up classes and homework, though, finding time to make money or a job that is willing to work around school hours is not easy. Also, being in art school, the talent is competitive,so receiving art-based scholarships can be extremely difficult/ I would tell myself as a high school senior to seek more money opportunities and to also apply her other academic talents towards finding other scholarships.

Take as many college prep courses as possible. Stop feeling inferior. You are just as good as everyone else. Quit listening to people who tell you can't make it. Take public speaking courses in high school. Know that it is okay to ask questions. Save your money from working at fast food restaurants. It's no fun having to work while trying to go to school. You'll be able to focus more on your school work if you have money to live on and it'll be less stressful.

If I could to back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would give these following advices. One of the advice would be to take AP classes and tests to receive the credits to transfer to the college/university. Recieving the extra credits helps the student to be in advance classes and saves money for the student and parent. Another advice is to always try your best and to enjoy college. For example, college students get extremely stressed during exam week and it is best to finish the semester strong by thinking positive. The stduent should take breaks and stretch to get the blood flowing through the body. Last but not least, I would give the advice to always think positive and not to give up. Thinking positive during a negative situation gives the student hope and strength to overcome the problem and move on. School should be always come first because you are PAYING to go to college/university. You should always try to your best and think positive!

I would tell my self to relax. College is difficult, so take things a little easier before getting there. It is important to still work hard and be motivated, but it is not necessary to beat yourself. Also, do art as frequently as you like and beyond.