Missouri State University-Springfield Top Questions

College has been valuable to me because I have learned who I am. I have learned what my personal interests are, what I believe, and what I want out of life. It's been a joy to live on my own and make it through. I have learned most about myself through my academic struggles and triumphs. College has allowed me to work side by side with some of the best friends. I have learned that life is short and to enjoy every bit of life while I can. It has been valuable because I have learned how to juggle many different things at the same time. I have realized that I have been blessed with the gift of learning, and while I may not like class, I have the privilege to read, write, and learn. I will use this experience and the lessons I have learned when I get married, find a job, and start a family. I am blessed to have had the opportunity to attend college, as so many people don't have the privilege. I have made the best out of my opportunity and have no regrets.

College is not just a place to learn popular subjects such as Biology or English. My college experience has given my a greater perspective on the world around me. I decided on Liberal Studies as my major and it has given me a greater knowledge on life, love, and everything in between. I have learned the value of exercise and why it is important to keep your body healthy, the neurological development of the human brain and why people grow old, as well as the in-depth study of the play "A Raisin in the Sun". I make better choices everyday because of college. I have an open mind, a wide perspective on life. I check the sources before making a decision or believing a rumor. College is also valuable because it helps one to grow out of their shell and become their own individual. In high school, everyone is trying to be like everyone else but in college people want to discover their true selves. I made valuable friendships with people who enjoyed similar hobbies as mine. College only lasts four years but it is what you make out of it that lasts a lifetime, way beyond four years.

My college experience has taught me to take charge of my own education. Anyone can pay to sit in a class and not really learn; it is up to me to take in as much as I possibly can from my classes. A personal responsibility for my education will lead to independence and a well-rounded knowledge when I graduate.

My senoir year of high school I was originally not planning on coming to Missouri State University. I knew I wanted to attend college being the first of my family to do so, but it also had to do with the community I was from. Im originally from a small town in a small and I wanted some knew experiences in my life and with it being my last year of high school I thought I better state looking. When I first started to look I was surprised at how few colleges out ther actually offered Criminology as a major. I discovered though that Florida State University offered it, which made me elated because I've always wanted to live there, unfortunatly the out of state cost would have killed me so I look in Missouri and thats when I found Missouri State University. I have to say that even though this was my second choice Im glad I chose it. I feel like I have made friends here that will last a life time and the teachers here are some of the best. I think in the end this was a perfect step up for me.

I have only been enrolled in college for 1 month at this point. I don't feel that I could accurately answer this question, however, I plan on getting my Entrepreneurship degree, yet another goal I have set for myself. This is very important to me because it decides my future. When I finish college, I plan on attending Culinary School. This is where I will learn everything there is for me to know about baking. Achieving this goal is going to take a lot of hard work and dedication. I am up for the challenge. After I have successfully achieved all of these goals I have set for myself I hope to open my own bakery. This is not only my biggest goal, but more like my dream. Everything that I do from this point on, going forward, with my education, will all be for that purpose. Opening a bakery is a long-term goal, and I have no doubt that with my determination I WILL achieve this life long dream. I do believe that setting goals is very important and that by doing so I can achieve anything.

Through my college experience so far I have learned alot of responsibility. I ahve taken both online and on campus classes and learned that procrastination is never the answer! I have also learned that communication is key being with class mates or teachers. Whether I feel bad for making the teacher explain it to me again or not it will improve my grades and understanding. I have also learned very valuable budgeting skills that I know will better my life in the future. I will have to say college hasnt helped me one bit spelling though. If I could picture my life without going to college I would probably be working in the grocery store that I previously worked in for the rest of my life. But I have bigger and better dreams for my self and I also want to be a role model for the chilren I have in the future and I believe college ii helping me with that.

In the short time I have been attending Missouri State University, I have learned that I am responsible for my own education. Despite any challenges that I may face, it is up to me to reach my goals. This is an invaluable life lesson that will carry me farther than just this campus. It has shown me that life is a struggle, but nothing that is worth doing is ever easy.

My college experience has been one I wouldn't trade for anything. I am a soccer player here, but that isn't what mostly occupies my time. I go to weekly meetings of a bible study and an organization called "Cru" that's about prayer and worhip. There are so many social events on campus that I feel I am always involved in one thing or another. The classes have made me think about life questions more in the past year than I have in my other eighteen years on this earth. Philosophy is my favorite section of courses because all the teachers have such a great sense of humor. It's hard to put into 200 words all that can be said about finding yourself and learning fundamental life lessons while in college. The friends I made last year I know will last the rest of my life and all from different areas. A baseball player who was drafted, a fashion merchandiser, a wedding planner, and a speech pathologist are just a few. Plus getting free food and T-shirts just walking around campus is a nice bonus.

What I have gotten out of my college experience are a few things. One thing is not to be afraid to ask for help or more time if needed. The teachers were surprisingly understanding and compassionate. This made me more confident and little more relaxed about school at times. Secondly, I've learned to think outside the box and accept others as they are. This taught me to value other's opinions, preferences, and "to turn the other cheek". Nothing is personal now a days. Thirdly, I learned to embrace my independence. It has been valuable to attend because it took me out of my comfort zone and I didn't have any "life lines" to reach out often, so it was valuable because it gave me my first experience of the real world...life.

I have gotten out of my college experience is to trust and believe in myself and the other around me. Going to college helped me better myself with my relationship in Christ, my family, my friends new and old, and with myself. College helped me identify how great I can be at something and how well I can set my mind to do anything and accomplish my goal. College is valuble to attend because it helped me expand my mind, heart, and soul with the new experiences and challenges.

I've learned alot throughout my first year at college and i hop to learn more and more about my major. This is very valuable to attend because this college will help me get a job after i am done with the courses

My college experience has helped me to become who I am today. Missouri State University has allowed me to experience the life of a varsity college athlete at a Division 1 school. It has allowed me to try out sorority life and intramural sports. I have experienced volunteer opportunities and found off campus jobs through the university to both help my community and my own financial situation. I have found life long friends that I am so very grateful to have in my life and I have had a blast participating in Bingo Nights, Exchanges, homecoming events and My education experience surpassed my expectations. I never had trouble getting into the classes I wanted and I was able to work on a degree in biology while at the same time my schedule allowed me to take exciting classes in art and religion. I am now finishing an graduate program at the very same school. I guess I just can't get enough.

I really like Missouri State in general. The professors are excellent and the education is wonderful. I love being here and knowing that there are so many things to study--so many available courses, both in my major and outside of my major. So far, I have been made very aware of myself and who I am and have learned a lot about myself and who I am, just from meeting different people on campus, not to mention the classes.

College is an important aspect to every individulas life, wheter its going to pursue your dream goal of becoming what you want to be , or just a refresher to beginning a successful future once again, for those who are just going back now. I currently am still enrolled in college and attended college right after I graduated from high school. I believe that it has brought me so much closer to achieving my goal of becoming a dental hygienist. Even though I did running start as a Junior in highschool, finishing up was probably the most valuable experience for me and knowing every step of the way, I am achieving goals in life that will make the future for me more successful. It is to value every individuals life to attend college, it is an opportunity to bring yourself as an indivudual together to pursue a lifetime career, that will help you as an individual througout life.

For the past two years I have attended Cochise College in Douglas, Arizona. It was never my first choice when deciding where to go once I graduated high school. Nevertheless, Cochise College is where I earned my Associates degree and I know I could not have made a better choice. At first, coming to Cochise was a chore. I did not like the campus and I had no friends. But as time went on I made friends. I fell in love with all the green that I see on campus and the clean, fresh air you can breathe when sitting under a tree. Cochise is small and homey and part of what makes that atmoshere are the incredible instructors. I am glad that I came here. Cochise and the people got under my skin. It allowed me to experience the feeling that I belong. Cochise and my two years here taught me that with the passage of time people and places grow on you. I could have earned my Associates degree anywhere else - but it was specifically Cochise and my experience there that taught me this: who you meet along the journey makes all the difference.

A security blanket of knowledge that results in higher salaries and greater opportunity in career growth. It enables me to give to my community at a level that is supportive and embraces community growth.

Attending college has been a big responibility for me. Ive had to buy my own things and be on my own without my parents. Noone is there to tell me to do my homework, or go to bed, or how to manage my money, I had to figure out how to do that on my own. It was a matter of growing up and learning how to be on my own and being in the real world that Going to college did for me. Its also broadened my educational experience, in highschool I never challenged myself to take hard classes, but in college I had no choice. Taking more challenging classes and passing them has given me more confidence and success in my career and life.

College is not just about the education, but also the experience. It is the transition period between childhood and becoming an adult. So far in my college experience I have learned how to be responsible for myself, and that hard work returns good results. Although I could learn all of that in places besides college it has been important for me to learn it where I am; in a safe environment where everyone is learning along with me. That is the true value of attending a college, not the paper work, or the parties, or even the diploma, but all the other things that are learned in the process.

I started my medical career because I wanted to help people. What I ended up discovering was I first needed to help myself. SJVC is different than any other college in its support and care for their students. The environment truly ?breathed? family. I was drawn immediately. Since courses are completed quickly, dropping out is no longer a problem as in past college experiences. I?m learning at my pace and not getting bored. In going to school, my abusive, alcoholic husband became jealous of my success and growing independence. He left me five weeks in, seven months pregnant, and with two toddler boys. He?s taken off before and I always took him back, but not this time. My instructors taught me that everything I need, I have in me already. It?s only a matter of discovery and application. Applying this concept has tamed my emotions, cleared my head, and kept my heart strong for my family. I?ve learned to live healthy and feel a sense of responsibility to share that with those in need regardless of the hour. I?ve gotten a LIFE out of my college experience and wouldn?t change it for the world.

I have gotten alot of value out of my college experience as a whole. As a senior in high school, I wasn't sure that what I wanted out of college or what to excpect. But going to Missouri State University, I have found inspiration, hard work, and skills to keep succeeding long after I graduate with a degree. My college experiences have started to prepare me for life in so many ways. It has been so valuable for me to attend not only for me, but to grow as a person and come into my own. College has helped me develop that.