Ohio State University-Mansfield Campus Top Questions

During my college experience i have gained several different things that i feel are worth mentioning. First off, i have had the chance to meet new people, a chance i did not have growing up where i did because the town was so small where everyone knew everyone. I have gained the experience of branching out and taking different classes that would not be available to me if i had not furthered my education by going to college. I have learned so much in these classes that i have taken so far here at OSU-Mansfield. Not only have i learned acedemically but i have learned a lot about myself as a person and about my ambitions about my future. This is important to me to attend so i can fullfill my ambitions and have a successful career, future, family and life in general.

If I could go back in time I would focus on school rather than on my social life. I would strive to get the best grades possible and apply for every scholarship that I could. As I have matured I have found that what matters most is to achieve all that you can in life. There is so much waiting for you out here in the world and college helps open the boundaries. I would appreciate the fact that I have a limitless opportunity to make my dreams come true and be thankful for all that I have. I would have worked harder in high school and done all that was possible to learn as much as I could. With college comes an epiphany of sorts when you realize what you had been getting for free--you now have to pay for!

Let's just assume for a minute that time -travel is statistically possible. If this is true, then I would certainly hope that the apparatus, by which to travel through time, came only in the form of the 1982 AMC Delorian from the Back to the Future movies. I would pull up to the "past me" in the high school parking lot and offer two pieces of blunt advice. I would offer my first piece of advice in the following segments: The goal in life is to be happy and money won't do the job; do what you know in your heart is the right thing and do whatever is necessary to accomplish your goal; never lose focus of the end; don't let anyone talk you out of your ambition because you're the only one that knows what will make you happy; lastly, realize, all of your hardwork is worth it. My second piece of advice is simple: find a good school. Don't worry about how much it costs, just focus on getting in and doing well. Then before I sped back to the present day, I would shout "Don't make me come back here!"

If I could go back in time and give myself advice as a high school senior knowing what I now know as a college sophomore, I would tell myself to not take for my education for granted and focus on secondary education as my main goal. It is easy to "slack off" senior year, but that is when it is most important to prepare yourself for the transition to college. I would tell myself not to be so anxious about going away to school- there are plenty of new students feeling the exact same way, and it is a great opportunity to meet new people and make friends. I would tell myself to enjoy the experience, but not to take it for granted. College is not like high school, and it is important to stay focused. Lastly, I would let myself know that if a class is hard, there is always a professor or tutor waiting to help; but it's up to me to take the initiative.

I would advise all parents to set up some sort of college fund for their children, and although it may not seem like it at the time, every little bit matters, even if you are only able to put in $10.00 or $20.00 dollars a week/month. In the long run this may save you and your children a lot of stress and strife. College funding is not exactly easy to come by: especially when your economys in a downward spiral. I would advise all students to take their time, do the research and be 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} sure this is where they would like to spend four extremely important years of their life. You must also remember there is no room in this world for slackers. Although partying can be fun at times, do not forget what brought you to school in the first place. Get the best edcuation possible, and keep in mind if you do turn into a slacker, it is in your best interest to realize this and correct it. It is not a good feeling to know you let your family down, your friends and most importantly yourself. Be the best that you can be.

The first thing I was told at my orientation was to get involved! Those are the key words to the best college experience you can have. Find a college that not only has a great reputation for excellent academics, but find a school where you can see yourself interacting at and a place you see yourself getting involved. You have the opportunity to explore everything imaginable, and you'll love every minute of it. You will learn so much from your experiences and gain a lot of insight from them. Not to mention, the tons of friends you'll make. It's the best advice given to me. Get involved at your school. I promise you, you won't regret it.

Go where makes you happy. If you want to go to a big school and live in the city, do it! But if you're used to a small town feel or you're a bit strapped for cash, pick a smaller community college.

Study hard and always go to class. Take advantage of the opportunities the college puts in your lap and get the best grades possible. Also, always know where you are at academically and plan for graduate studies early and accordingly.

Best advice that I would give would be to shop around. Look at different schools, in different states and differetn sizes. Be sure to check out big and small schools. big schools tend to have more activties, but smaller schools tend to be more acedemically focused. Finding a school that fits your personality is important. and pick a school because your friend or boy/girlfriends goes there!

Find a college that your interested in. Keep in mind living cost's i.e.- if your living off campus how is rent and utilities going to be paid for. If the student is paying for everything on their own really think about it. I know as a student trying to stay ahead in school and support myself as well was to hard. i actually had to move back home to a smaller campus because i couldnt focus enough. Students be safe and make sure you do spend enough time studying. It is easy to get caught up in social life of drinking and partying. As fun as that is, school is more imporant. But do still enjoy your college years!!!!