Grand Valley State University Top Questions

What should every freshman at Grand Valley State University know before they start?

Katherine

The college experience has been very valuable to me. I have learning so much, even in my first semester of school and I am really impressed with that. Everything I am learning and doing has a purpose and I can see how it will help me in my career and throughout the rest of my life. College has also helped me to learn some valuable skills; time management, hard work, and dedication. It has been so valuable for me to have decided to attend Grand Valley State University because the things that this Unversity teaches are so important and I think that every University should aspire to be like this. I would never change my mind about going here because I know that Grand Valley will give me all of the skills I need to be a great nurse and a great person overall. I value my education very much and Grand Valley is helping to make all of my dreams for the future a reality.

Cory

I am a cult survivor, after escaping a mind-controlled environment the most valuable skill I have learned in college so far is critical thinking. I really needed to be taught to think for myself, and learn how to make an informed decision based on research from many different angles. I have used this skill in the healing process to sort out my own personal worldview and spirituality. Also in the process of self-discovery I have learned what I am passionate about, or what I want to do with my life. My personal goal is to be a curator in an art museum. I want to preserve art for future generations and teach the value of art expression for our posterity. Attending college has been an invaluable growth experience for me, and I am applying writing and communication skills now. I hope to continue to use my college experience to learn more about the world that I do not understand.

sara

i worked as a part-time teacher. i taught many younger students who have some kinds of difficulties in learning some subjects. my dream is to be a teacher in the future.Being a teacher is a sacred profession. i think if i can help them with my efforts, it 's worth doing it . Help other is helping youself.

Roxanne

By going to college, I have meet many great friends who I hopefully will be able to keep for life. I am also getting a degree, which will allow me to go far in life, giving me more opportunities to succeed in life.

Hannah

So far i have leaned a ton in my college experience, not just in the classroom but about myself. when you are pushed to the limits both acadmically and mentally you learn some hard truths about yourself and the way you handle pressure and stressfull situations. I think that learning how to plan my days and time time management . Learning how to meet and be outgoing with people is also a valuable thing to learn

Charlotte

I chose to attend Grand Valley State University for my undergraduate studies as I was extremely interested in receiving a well rounded education in the Liberal Arts program offered there. In preparation for a successful graduate education and in addition to an education in the arts and humanities, I have undergone the process of creating a solid foundation in the biological and physical sciences. By undertaking a demanding course load to fulfill a Biology degree with a Pre-Veterinary emphasis, Chemistry minor and Honors courses at GVSU, I have developed both effective scheduling and problem solving skills. By attending Grand Valley I have had the opportunity to meet a diverse plethora of students from around the world and have had the chance to participate in volunteer opportunites to help out my community. The majority of professors at GVSU are helpful and encouraging and have supported me in my journey to successfully achieving my degree.

Dara

I have gotten a lot out of my college experience. I feel it is a very valuable school even though it only has about 25,000 students. It is continuing to change and grow every year.

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Amanda

I have learned how to manage my time more wisely in college. I have built lifelong relationships with my fellow students and with even my professors. I have been able to create more healthy eating, study, and sleep habits. College has been valuable to attend because I have truly discovered what type of person I am to become. I have found my strengths and weaknesses and I am always striving to improve or better myself.

Erik

I have only been at college for a year, but I have gotten many life lessons as well as great experiences from my college experience. My first year in the dorms was hard due to how easy it was to get distracted from my roomates and other students living there, however, it was probably the best thing I've ever experienced because I met so many people that will be life-long friends and will eventually help with networking after graduation when I begin my career search. This university has taught me that college is not all about the party, but that school is like a full-time job and you must take it seriously. I am very proud of myself on my achievements thus far and am looking forward to see what I can do to grow even more throughout the rest of my college experience!