Loras College Top Questions

What should every freshman at Loras College know before they start?

Jerika

Dear High School Self: When your teachers tell you something, like you're going to need this for college, LISTEN! Don't slack off...college setting is completely different. Better yourself now & prepare yourself for more. Always look to the future, never look back to the past. There is more important things in life then going out and partying, or getting in trouble. Work for something in your life that you love to do and stick to it. Don't let anybody tell you that you aren't good enough. And if they do, show them that your better then what they expected. Never give up! Love, Me.

Stacy

Stacy, I know you are worried about your finances and affording college tuition on your own. Loans are available and so are other types of financial assistance. Don't work so much! Enjoy the whole college experience and limit work to weekends only. There are going to be so many activities and opportunities you are going to miss out on in college and experiences in the community if you keep up your current work schedule. Relax! Everything will work out fine; enjoy the finest years of your life. You have made plenty of connections for your future; it is time to live a little. You will be working for the rest of your life so enjoy yourself right now. Remember work is something that never goes away so right now, focus on school and do what you want to do!

Emily

If I were able to go back to my senior year of highschool, I would tell myself many things to make college life much better. The first advice would be to take as many college classes in high school as possible. I am finding out now that credits are a huge part of when students can register for classes and sign up for college housing. I am lower on the list because I did not start college with incoming credits. Another big thing I wish I would have told myself was to be yourself. I went to a very small school so friends were limited. I acted like myself but not to the full extend as I do know. I have truly learned who my friends are because I am capable to be me and I have found the people that accept me for that.

Miranda

To begin with, the frist advice that I would give myself is to look at more colleges. Loras College is a great college it has good ratings and remarks about the school, but it is expensive. Another peice of advice that I would give to myself is to get involved in some organizations and activities that go on through the school. Getting involved through the school I will meet new people and better some of my skills like comunication and leadership skills. Additional advice I would tell myself is to work less and focus on the homework. If i would have known all this when I started my first semester I would have been fine, but i did not realize this till second semester. I would say that all this advice is good and would help any college student.

Erin

One of the most important things I would tell myself is to give it your all. Not just to give it your best try, but to start each day with the confidence to do your absolute best. Throughout the entire college experience things are not always going to go as you planned. You might not get as good of grades as in high school, or make the starting sports team, or get invited to every social event. That shouldn't keep you out of the game. It is important to stay at it each and every day. Stay true to who you are and those that are important are the ones who will be there in the end no matter how it turns out.

Lorrin

I wouldn't change a thing. Education is not a race, it is a life long process. After high school I set aside two years to serve my church as a missionary on the border of Argentina and Bolivia. There are experiences that universities cannot offer, and that you may not get a diploma for, but change your life. This experience set the tone for my life ambitions and goals. I grew immensly as I lived and worked with the people of Argentina. Their love and charity in spite of their poverty taught me a lesson I will never forget. I may not have left Argentina with a diploma, but I left fluent in spanish, and with an understanding and love of latino culture that has marked my life. I have worked to pay for my education, and have carefully avoided debt. While many of my high school friends are graduating college now and starting their careers, I am just finishing my associates, and will be starting a four year school this fall. To myself, the ambitious high school senior, I would say enjoy every step of the way. Follow your bliss.

Kaitlyn

I would tell myself that everything will be okay because I was very nervous to be in college and moving away from home. Now I am on my second semester in college and I am doing pretty good and working very hard to keep my grades up and also trying to have a social life. Another thing I would tell myself that the work is very busy it was seem a lot to do but if you keep working at it then you can be successful.

Kaitlyn

That even thing will be okay. I was very scared to leave home even though I knew that is what I wanted. Also to be positive to yourself and others around you Last thing is that your learning disability should not stop you on getting a high education. It just means that you have to work harder than other people. Just to keep in mind that you can do this.

Eric

For me, traveling back in time to speak to myself a high school senior would take me back some twenty years. I would first tell my younger self that education is by far the most important step to creating brighter future. I would tell myself how hard and empty life will be if I ignore my education and that the "easy" road, beacuse the "easy" road isn't so easy. Pursuing education is at times a difficult road. But, it's through those difficulties that will provide the skills necessary to a fulfilling futer and a fruitful carreer. So, younger self, hang in there and stick to it, because I know...it will all be worth it in time.

Tobi

I would tell myself that as a high school student you don't exactly look at the big picture. You need to make sure you are making every effort in your abilities to make your future. The way the economy is today, you will need to make your future as bright as possible. Don't get swayed by the crowds, be your own person and stand up for what you believe in. If you don't stand up, who will? This is your life, take control! College is a new and exciting experience. You will have to make your own decisions and dicipline yourself to study and complete assignments, your professors won't cut you slack like you high school teachers. To succeed, you must trust in your own abilities. Life without your parents support will be life changing. Make every minute of high school count. College is one thing you must complete to have a brilliant future in your life.

Kristy

The advice that I would give to myself if I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior knowing what I know now about college life and making the transition would be I am glad I chose Loras and became involved in the activities I did. The activities I engaged in helped me to meet others who shared the same interest as I did and become life long friends with them. The college is a friendly environment who encourages you to be involved and to excell in academics. The size of the campus is great and the professor to student ratio is the perfect size for me to learn. My advisors do a great job in supporting me in the career decisions I make and are always their for advice. I would not choose any other college other than Loras to receive my degree. Be More, Be LORAS.

Charlene

The most valuable part of my college experience so far has been the relationships I have formed with people on campus. I have encountered many knowledgeable, flexible, caring staff members. I know that my professors truly care about how I do in and out of class and demonstrate it by taking time to meet with me. I know that many of these professional relationships will help me in the future by acting as resources and references. I have also formed invaluable friendships with peers who I truly believe make me a better person. I joke with my mom that everyone at Loras is intelligent, nice, and good looking. While this might be a stretch, I know that my fantastic college experiences have been made possible only because of the wonderful people I've encountered. Knowing which people to surround myself with is a valuable skill that I have learned during my first two years at Loras and will continue to develop, hopefully making my college experience even better in the future!

Amy

I have learned that there are many types of people and cultures. Im from a small town, but college has introduced me to the diversity that there is in the world. College has been valuable to attend because I'm learning things that we help me to get a job and I'm meeting a lot of new and different people.

Jason

What I have gotten out of the college experience is how different the world is in different areas. Everywhere you can meet new and different people and learn exciting things.

Patrick

For me, the college experience is about growth. When I first stepped on to campus as a first-year student I had no idea what I was in for. College has transformed me from a student who merely learns and repeats to a student who learns and applies. The sort of deep analytical skills that college has equipped me with have proven invaluable as I have progressed into an upperclassman. As I look forward to graduate school I know that the skills I have learned in college such as leadership, community-building, analytical reasoning, and discipline will aid me greatly in my overall personal success. In life, everyone has their own ultimate goal even though not everyone is sure what it is. I am one of those people. However, even though I do not know where exactly my future will take me, I know my college experience will be the reason I get there.

Elizabeth

Loras College has helped me make some amazing friends. Meeting people is one of the toughest parts about college one of the biggest things most people worry about. Loras encourages students to interact and they provide so many activities for students to meet people. Loras has provided me by providing opportunites to help me decide between two majors, athletic training and sports management. I have been able to actively be apart of the Athletic Training program at Loras and I am continually informed about what is going on. It has been a valuable experience getting to observe and help in the training room. I absolutely believe I made the right choice for myself by choosing Loras College. I completeely believe that Loras is helping me develop into the person I want to be.

Brittany

After attending three colleges, I feel that Loras has led me to where I want to be. My freshman year I attended the University of Iowa and during the summer between my freshman and sophomore years I took classes from Northeast Iowa Community College. Deciding to transfer to Loras College was one of the best decisions I believe I have made thus far. I think the thing during my college experience so far that has been the most beneficial would be all of the people I have met. Obviously, going to three different colleges helps you to make many new connections. I know that making good connections with many people will help me in the future. In the job industry, I have learned, it is very important to make good impressions and meet as many people as you can. It is very important to get your name out there, and I know that throughout my college career thus far, I have done just that.

Kimberly

I haven't started college yet because I will be attending in fall of 2010 but I will want to make some good friends in my first year of college to keep in touch with throughout my life. Attending this college and making some good friends to keep in contact with would be valuable because not only would it help start my career faster but also make me feel more secure in a world that always has security issues and I would enjoy graduating with high honors alongside these friends at Loras College.

Robert

I have made many friends, and I have gotten to experience many differnt things. The college experience has been something I could have never imagined coming out of high school. yes there are finacial ups, and downs. However the experience both academically, and socially is well worth it. Being able to know that you are putting in 4 years, that will make you a much better person, and an even better individual . It will allow me to eventually do something within the business world, whch is something that I have always wanted to do. It may also allow me to do something in the Sports world with my eventual sports management degree, and be a part of something much bigger than I ever thought. I am looking forword to graduating, and eventually looking back at all the things I have experinced. I have gotten everything I could imagine, and more. A Loras College degree is valuable for those reasons, allowing me to do something, that without it would be impossible.

Sarah

I was always the kid who said I'll never go to college. My parents literally threw me into college, becuase I was to afraid to see myself fail. I have gotten so much out of my college experience, even though it was only a year and a half. I learned what true friends are and my own limits when it comes to school work. College seemed better than what my teachers had described in previous years. I saw myself exceed my expectations as a Highschool Senior and I loved every mintue in college. If it wasn't for my parents putting me in college. I would be a really sorry person. College has changed my perspective of life. I truely think, in order for someone to move on in life you have to stand up to your fears and do what you think is right. I wouldn't be the person who I am today with out my college experience.