Gardner-Webb University Top Questions

The advice I would like to give myself as a senior would be to keep my papers more organized and not write so many flemzy type essays. The advice comes from now that I'm in college the professors here expect very intriguing and very well written papers; and the prefer that your voice come out and not let it be the expected book answer more of the rawness of me to come out. I realize that my usage of strong voice or lack of it in high school put a strain on me in my first semester of college.

Wouldn?t every one of us jump at the chance to be able to go back in time and change the course of events that have shaped our lives? I know I sure would. But since that?s not possible, maybe my wisdom will help just one high school senior who is preparing for college. First of all, no college advisor is ever going to tell you that once you graduate you may only qualify for entry level work, or that employers aren?t really that impressed with your degree. Do the research to find out which degrees matter depending on the kind of work you really wish to pursue; save yourself an expensive disappointment. And don?t expect that you will be rewarded with the corner office just because you studied for four years; you?re really not that special. Challenge yourself instead of taking the ?easy A? classes. After all, what is the point of breezing through four years with no real knowledge to show? Finally, always educate yourself on all tax credits, grants, CLEP testing, and scholarships available to you. Uncle Sam will be very pleased to know you missed out on his education tax credits.

Becki, you're a high school senior now, and I know that you have very little faith in yourself. Listen carefully, and remember what I'm going to tell you. Keep in mind, I know you quite well. No one can defeat you other than you, yourself. You are as capable as anyone out there, and moreso than some. Whatever it is, you have the ability to conquer it. Even Math. Even Statistics. If you believe in YOU, you can do anything. Remember, I'm 50 years old now, and I've seen alot that you haven't......but you will. Believe in yourself, and be yourself. I know you feel like you're so different, and that makes you feel like you don't fit in. I assure you, everybody feels that way. It's your age and the fact that you have so little life experience under your belt. Don't follow unless you're certain that the person leading is going exactly where you want to go. College can be a fantastic experience for you, but only if you are true to who you really are, and what you really want. Think it through. You're blessed.

Respect yourself, family, God and others. Respecting one's self because college is a totally different atmosphere than that of high school. There are things that are happening around one, that if one participates in these things they could be lost and totally forget exactly why they have enrolled into college. There is ample peer pressure that is presented and if one do not respect themselves then they are surely to fail. By respecting one self, I also mean, not having sex with every female that is out there in the world. Come to school to make friends but most of all achieve a great college education. One must first understand that one's body is the "temple of God." Smoking weed or drining alcohol is not appreciating the great blessing that God has bestowed to us. Once one gets to college they must remember what they have been taught by one's family. Do not become overwhelmed by the college atmoshphere and lose sight of your family values. One must be able to decipher between what is wrong and what is right. Respect others because college is very social and to avoid arguments just learn to respect others.

Don't sweat the small stuff because they will work themselves out. As long as you continuing being a responsible and determined individual then there will be no problems. You're really becoming the person you wanted to be and seem to be on the right path to continue to achieve that goal. Remain strong and keep looking to the future ahead. Enjoy the ride!

Don't be scared. Gardner-Webb holds some of the friendliest people around to help make the transition easier. The professors aren't out to fail you, they're here to help you pass. Don't be a biology major, it won't last long. Go ahead into music education. It's where you're happiest.

Do your research and your visits to find the right school for you, your interests, and your finances.

when applying for college, I strongly recomend at looking at average class sizes, I say this because students get lost in class sometimes and its hard to get help from the professor. At a smaller school students are guarnteed more time with the professor and learn moral and ethical skill that will better the student to be successful in the world.

There is much to be said about the statement "College is what you make it," but it is equally important to say the "Right college is what you make it." Choosing the right college is crucial to the whole college experience. Finding the right college can be difficult, but if applicants follow several guidelines, then college can be more than an educational opportunity; an enjoyable endeavor with lots of benefits. First, prospective students must learn about the student body, especially if they are going to live on campus. They should learn about campus events and activities, what to do off campus, volunteer opportunities, the student body make-up, and dorm-life. Asking students that attend the school already can offer a greater vartiety of answers than the traditional school answers. Social life is important to college students and reflect on learning so students must consider their interests with the social atmosphere of the school. Another important guideline is to observe the school's educational structure. Sitting in classes, interviewing professors and students, and conversing with academic advisors are several ways to learn about the classroom. By examining these two realms of college equips students to make the right choice.

Finding the right college is perhaps one of the most stressful decisions that a student will make in his or her life, up to this point. Choosing the right college is all about finding a good fit for the student. The pertinent first step is to explore what each potential college has to offer educationally; if a student is interested in a particular program, it is important to research where it is offered. After discovering which schools offer a degree, there is no way to tell if the college is right for a student without a visit. Each college has a unique atmosphere and it is important to consider where a student will feel most comfortable. The visit will expose the student to what daily life is like at the college. Most of the time, this will be a huge clue as to whether he or she can envision a future at this school. Once the school is chosen and the student is enrolled, he or she can make the most of the college experience simply by getting involved as much as they can. Working hard, making connections, and forming lifelong friendships are all things that make college satisfying.