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Attending Dakota Wesleyan has truly been a great experience. I think college has taught me how to be an adult and take responsibility for myself. I think alot of times people need to depend on others. But Dakota Wesleyan has taught me how to be independent and take care of myself. I have also made life long friends at my school. We have made bonds through working and growing together. I think Dakota Wesleyan has molded me into an adult that can go our and make it in the real world. College has made me grow as a person and as a future citzen. Whether it be through community service or acting on the stage I feel Dakota Wesleyan has given me alot of experience and has helped me grow. I only hope the rest of my time at Dakota Wesleyan University is just as great.

My college experience has taught me the importance of independence and educational opportunities. College degrees are becoming an essential part of finding a career that suits your strengths and sparks your interest. Dakota Wesleyan has taught me the importance of strengths and how they may apply in your everyday life. Recognizing the strengths of others aids in strengthing your relationships and may help you decide which path is right for you.

I am a non-trad student, mother of five children, and wife to a full-time National Guard member. When my husband got transfered to Mitchell in 2010, we packed up house and kids and moved two hours south to Mitchell. I also grew up in Germany and before attending college here in SD, had never attended a school in the United States. Attending DWU has provided me with the education to move forward to get my degree in Human Services. DWU has welcomed me with open arms and help me with figuring out what classes I need to get my degree without wasting any time or money. The instructors are always available and approchable and have an open door policy. This has been the best experience for me and my family. My teenagers are very proud of me and see that even at my age it is possible to attend college and go after ones dream. I have managed to attain a 4.0 GPA this last semester amd plan on repeating this again this semester. Your scholarship will make it possible for me to continue my education and move forward with my dream. Thank you.

Coming to DWU, I thought I would only learn the things I needed to know and that was it. Here at DWU, I have been fortunate enough to take a variety of classes and become a well rounded individual. I have also been fortunate to meet many, many wonderful people from all over the world; some of whom we have become life long friends. DWU not only focuses on academics but they also focus on community service, volunteering and giving back to the community. While at Dakota Wesleyan, I have been able to help with many community service projects as well as make a difference in many individuals' lives. Volunteering and community service has become a big part in my life and I feel that if I had not come to Dakota Wesleyan, I would not have turned out to be the person I am today. One of the best decisions I have made in my life so far is to attend DWU. Thank you.

I'm glad that I took this journey. I was very cynical about this school prior to attendance. Now I am very happy that I chose this school. They do make me feel like my decision was the best for me. They also make me feel as if I am not alone on this journey. I have been able to find such a great support system in the school that makes it even better.

College has been the greatest experience of my life. I have learned so much in only two years of college. However, the most important lesson that I have learned is that I have no limits. College gives every single individual the opportunity to shape their lives ,and do whatever they want with their future. I am the living proof that being a minority, growing up in a family of limited resources and economic hardships, and who moved to this country in 3rd grade speaking no English can accomplish anything they set their mind to. College has taught me that although you have the opportunity to do whatever you want with you life, you MUST work hard because nothing is given to you. Everyone has the potential to have a succesful future because we live in the greatest country in which education is offered to everyone. I am very thankful for my college education, and I know that one day I will be a succesful attorney because i have the potential and most importantly because I have the opportunity to do so!

As a student coming from a big city (Omaha, Ne), my college experience in a small town (Mitchell, SD) has allowed me to focus on my studies as well as the career path I would like to follow after college. Dakota Wesleyan has helped me develop an awareness of the importance of community service at a local as well as global level. Each club and athletic team on campus participates in community service projects and before finals in May, the entire school (factulty, administration, and students) take part in a plethora of community service projects. Many students, including myself, have had opportunities to take our services to other parts of the world including Tanzania, Mexico, Chile, and Peru. The professors and faculty at Dakota Wesleyan sincerely care about applying what we learn in the classroom to real-world experiences and I have completed two interships in three years- one through the Biomedical Research Infrastructure Network and another teaching piano lessons on the Rosebud Native-American Indian Reservation. I came to Dakota Wesleyan as a young boy with a blurred outlook on life aspirations. Dakota Wesleyan has focused my outlook on life and has shaped me into a well-rounded man.

I have learned a lot, not only in the classroom but in the residence halls as well. Being here has helped me to prepare to live on my own one day and given me a chance to try out different things. Having a college education will allow me to go farther with my dreams and has set me up for success. But perhaps most importantlyI have established valuable relationships with not only students but faculty and staff as well. These relationships will be of great value to me as I enter the "real" world.

I have only attended Dakota Wesleyan for less that one semester so far, but my overall experience so far has been wonderful. I have recieved one- on- one attention from my professors and my grades have shown that. My school offeres me so many oportunities to become involved in whatever activities that I choose to be involved in. Dakota Wesleyan also offers special tutoring for any subject that I am taking, it will have study groups if you are involved in sports and need a little extra boost. I have made some of the best friends that I wil have with me for a lifetime here at college. Every faculty/ staff member is extremly friendly and helpful if I need them. The residence life usually puts people that have a lot in common together in the same room. I greatly value my education that I am recieveing here at Dakota Wesleyan and the professors are making sure that I am getting the best education that I can. I also love that Dakota Wesleyan is close to my hometown, and finantial aid is available to help I need it.

I have learned many things while experiencing college. First it was such a big change from living at home, I immediately had to learn how to do laundry. That was an experience, luckily there are many kind people on my campus who were willing to help me figure it out. Next I learned how to cook and take care of my body. I am able to make many healthy meals that are relatively inexpensive. The most valuable thing I have gotten out of attending college, not only have I gained knowledge, but I have really learned a lot about who I am and what I enjoy doing. I was convinced that the science field was for me and I could not have been more wrong. Without the interneships available to me I would never have learned this and would probably ended up in a career field I did not love. My education is important and I know my life would not be the same without it.

I have attained so much new knowledge as I have been attending classes at Dakota Wesleyan University. I have learned information on the subjects of the courses and about current events. I have learned information about Dakota Wesleyan as well. I have met a lot of new wonderful people who will be life long friends.

If I could go back and do it all over again, I would probably tell myself not to be so quick to make a decision. It's okay to not have to know your whole life plan right away. This is just another step in the process of life. Enjoy your time while you can and make the best of every situation. Do what you want and what will make YOU happy. :)

I would make sure to tell myself to have fun but at the same time remember what's most important. Working on your time management skills defnintely helps and trying to earn a little extra money here and there doesn't hurt either. Learn to accept yourself for who you are and be proud of everything you have accomplished. You may think some classes are unnecessary but believe me, everything is taught for a reason. If some classes are challenging enough, try taking some AP classes. Make sure you are a responsible individual and prepare yourself the best you can. You can never be too prepared for college.

I would go back and tell myself to get organized and prepare for college because college is the bridge to your future. I would tell myself to explore all of my options and go and visit school campuses. I would tell myself to give high school one hundred and ten percent because the knowledge gained there really is a tool that can be used and referenced often in college. I would then tell myself the importance of applying for financial aid and scholarships. I would inform myself of how many possibilities are out there to help aid students in their educational endeavors. One just has to put forth an effort and educate themselves of the vast opportunities that there are out there for graduating seniors and college students. I would then, finally, remind myself to have fun and take in every experience and opportunity offered to me in college and make those coming college years the best years yet; and always be open to change and learning and growing as a person.

I would simply tell myself to relax, and take one day at a time. It is all overwhelming at first but if you don't get worked up about everything, the transition will be much easier. So just have fun meeting new people and seeing new things.

I would tell myself I need to be more outgoing in high school. While I do well in academically in college, I have had a hard time adjusting to the different social groups. I would encourage myself in high school to try new experiences without my high school friends as a way to force me to make new friends. I cam from a small high school, so I knew the same people all throughout grade school and high school. I also would tell myself to not be afraid of failing. I expect a lot from myself, and I need to remember that it's ok to not be good at everything I do.

Hold onto your family values and stay in touch with your family even if the distance seems like a relief because things can change all too quickly. You may seem invincible but it takes just one second for things to change.

If I could go back in time and give my senior-self some advice, the first thing I would say would be to make sure I called my mom on a regular basis. The second, and more important piece of advice would be to learn how to manage my time more wisely. I am extremely involved on my campus (SIFE, Student Ministries Council, Assessment Committee, Future Teachers Organization, Student Ambassador, Resident Assistant, and Student Association Senate) and I also have a job off campus. In addition to all of these activities, I also have to keep my grades up because I have the highest academic scholarship DWU awards, so I spend a lot of time on school work as well. Some days it seems overwhelming, but I have learned the hard way how to effectively manage my time. I could have saved myself a lot of heartache if I had come into college with those skills.

I would tell myself to work a harder to get scholarships. Also that I should not put all my eggs in one basket. You change so much going through college, but that it is a good thing since you find out who you really are. Just because I am finally free of my parents supervious and that I can be my own person, does not mean I have to go wild. The virtues I learned from my family are very important and that I should hold tight to them.