Ferrum College Top Questions

I would tell myself to not take so many AP classes and to focus on my GPA it would open more doors than just the classes that i took. I would work harder and study before tests. I would also try to be involved in more social clubs and school organizations.

If i could go back and talk to my self as a high school senior i would tell my self that the college expirence is just like what i thought it was going to be. But when it comes to time management during my sport season that i need to make a better effort to be more organized. Be ready for a lot more of work outside the class room and more readings that go with my learning. Lastly, do not go into college thinking i am going to do everything i can to not stress my self out, but learn to cope with stress better and ways to control my stress.

If I could go back in time to my senior year I would tell myself to take the time to learn how to study and learn how to balance my social life and study thime better. I would tell myself to set aside an hour and a half everyday for studying instead of waiting until the night before my test and that will allow me to make better on the test and in the long run that wll make me have a higher grads point averge, and having a higher grade point average will boost my confidence and then I will get a better education because I will have confidence in myself.

I would tell myself to buckle down and stay focus as much as I can with playing soccer, work-study and doing schoolwork. I would also tell myself to take the same classes as my floor mate and friend. When I had any trouble, she could have helped me with the questions I had. One concern I had was being able to keep up with all I had to do so I became overwhelmed. I forgot to write assignments down or I could not study or do work because I either had games or work-study. I would remind myself I came to college for an education and soccer was my second priority. After my first semester, I lost my scholarships, my parents’ approval and I lost respect for myself. My GPA was unacceptable to me and it took me the rest of my college career to reach a semi acceptable GPA. It is harder to bring up a GPA once it is low. I have learned the hard way. Now I know what can help and I have grown from that experience. I just wish I had learned it sooner than later.

Go with the flow but remember who you are and what you stand for.

It has made me learn so many things i didnt know and shows me how little i really knew from before i went to college it is a real eye opener. It has also showed me how to manage my time and learn skills in a interesting field to me and its been valuable because it shows you skills and knowledge you need to learn to get ahead in the job market. it was one of the most life changeing things i have ever done and I am trying to get the most out of it as i can. Thank you for your time.

I've only been here for a semester but everything I have done has had value to it. I've grown up so much from my high school years and have learned much about being independent. I'm more focused on my studies and also working and envolved in clubs. I look forward to three more years at this school.

Originally going into my freshman year, I was a pre-med major. All my life I have wanted to help others. I thought that meant a medical career. However, my first semester experiences have already taught me more about being a global citizen and how I can improve the world through other educational paths. Thus far, it has been valuable for me to attend, even at the minimal first semester level, because I have selected my major to be Environmental Planning and Development with emphasis on environmental science. Preparing to make a positive difference in the world, I will use my education to improve our earth. We only have one; I recognize that “I” can help to preserve it for future generations. This is how I will help others. My goal is to focus on water/soil pollution control and conservation. I feel that my early college experiences have helped me to discover how I can be my best self, how I can make a positive difference, and how I can use the knowledge to educate and make the world a safer place for all citizens around the world.

I have gotten alot from my college experience. From joing a sorority to writing for the school newspaper I have met alot of wonderful people. My school gave me the oppurtunity to interview congressman Tom Perriello for the school newspaper. I believe this is an oppurtunity that I would not have been able to recieve at any other school. Also my school has helped me learn alot of new an interesting information through the different classes I have taken, which I believe will help me alot in the near future.

The most important thing that I have gotten out of my college experience is hope. Hope for myself, for other people, and for the world. I have gotten hope for myself through the knowledge I have gained, and seeing my potential come through. Also, by learning new and different things in each class I have realized my passion for school and seen what I can become by staying on track. Sometimes, I see my peers making bad choices in life and wonder if there are any good people to come out of my generation. In class though, I get to see the people who are making a good choice, and I get to see how smart, creative, and passionate others are. From realizing the potential in myself and others, I have gained hope that we will be able to do good in the world, and make lasting changes.