Queens University of Charlotte Top Questions

For every activity you are involved in, know your objectives and how you will complete them. When a goal or objective is not met, learn from it and find the positive. Do your best everytime so you won't look back with regret and wonder what if.

When I initially started college I had a vague idea of what I wanted to major in. I took several classes and changed my major several times. I thought school was just a waste of time, because I wasn’t getting anywhere. I decided to just work and earn as much money as I could. This ended up causing more harm than good in the long run. If I could go back in time I would tell that young, naive girl that college will determine how successful your future will be. Being focused on a career and graduation goal can change your life significantly. Had that young girl realized her goal of becoming a nurse, with focus and determination of graduating, life would have been so much easier. Focusing all my energy on working an entry level position made me struggle financially for years. College can give you the skills and preparation for a career that will set you up for future financial success. When you pursue a career in something you are passionate about then happiness will drive your success. College is never a waste of time or money as long as you have a plan and a goal.

There are a million suggestions and pieces of advice I would give my high school self, knowing what I know now about college life. I would first suggest joining every single club I was even remotely interested in as a freshman. It may seem silly, but you can always weed out the ones you end up disliking. My freshman year, I didn't join too many clubs because I was afraid it would hurt my grades. Well, I ended up only taking 16 credits my first two semesters and would have had plenty of time for more clubs and activities! The last big thing I would tell myself is that you won't be successful if you don't fail at anything; if you aren't taking risks, you're not stepping out of your comfort zone and, therefore, you won't grow at all as a person. I'm happy to say I've endured many failures and wouldn't be where I am without those set-backs. Of course everyone wants to do everything right, but come on, that's just unattainable and we need to embrace and learn from our mistakes.

Wow, if I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would have taken a summer class in pre-cal to prep me because math is tough for me. I applied for several scholarships but would have applied for more. I wouldn't have changed the three sports I played because they were a wonderful experience but I would have tried to get a sports scholarship through video, etc. I am truly blessed to be on the Queen's Track and Field team, but I am a walk on. If I had known I was going to make the team I would have tried for scholarship money to be recruited.

"Ipsum Corda - Know Thyself." You had so many opportunities available to you, from attending any in-state school of your choice to attending GaTech, VaTech or MIT. But you didn't know what career path you wanted to pursue, and you didn't pick any of these schools. Instead, you directly entered the workforce. That was the wrong move for so many reasons. You should have talked to somebody, to your guidance counselor, to your parents, to your friends,... they know you and would tell you honestly what you are good at doing and could possibly tell you what you might like to do for a living after college. At least then you would have a better idea of what to study while attending school. In five years, you will enter college as a non-traditional student. At the same time, all of your friends have already graduated and are starting their lives in exciting places all over the world. I strongly suggest you take the time NOW to invest in yourself: Taking career aptitude tests, talking with teachers, visiting the schools near where you live and talking with the students. You will have fun at college, I guarantee it.

I would tell myself to be not be afraid of anything but inaction. There have been plenty of opportunities offered while in college, and I have accepted many of them; but as I think back to the opportunities I passed, I realize that I should have made the time to commit to them. I should have known that my time in college would pass by faster than I could imagine, and every opportunity is a chance to experience something new. My inactions have never improved my way of thinking, nor have they broadened my horizons and made me happier person. I am proud of the actions I have taken during my time in college, but in retrospect, there have been plenty of occasions that I would have benefited from participating in rather than declining them. There is nothing to be afraid of by trying something different. Be afraid of never experiencing something new. Be afraid of never growing as a person through your experiences. Be as proactive as you possibly can. There is nothing to fear about your future.

If anyone could go back in time especially someone as old as me, then there should be armed with tools for success. My advice would be would be the following: -go into life situations especially school projects with an open mind -always finish what you start and embrace time management as your only true goal -begin service work while you are a senior and continue throughout life because helping others is one of life’s greatest rewards As a senior I understood growing up poor, with an absentee mother, and no father would have irreversible psychological effects to my life as I know it, then I would have joined the military. No, I did not go military. I continued in activities like track and marching band that encourage me to want to go to college. I also worked to help my mom pay bills but I would not have advised that to any senior or myself. If I had to go back in time to give myself sound advice as a senoir, then it would befinish collge and have a career. Now I realize the best advice would have been knowledge is power – sed ministrari, non ministrare.

I know that you don't want to listen to your parents all that much, but liten to them for once and apply for as many scholarships as possible. Also drive safely.

I would advice myself to spend more time exploring the academic schools in the university and their policies regarding majors and double majoring. I would tell myself to spend more time considering my major. I would advise myself to take all assignments seriously, and read all of the assigned materials througly, in additional to taking advantage of all graduate school test prep offered by the Career and Internship office.

I have learned a lot out of my fist three years at Queens. I have learn that it is important to care and give to your community. I've learned different little aspects of life. Queens really prepares you for reality even if it has nothing to do with your major or what you are studying. I've also learned how important it is to value others and yourself.

Through my college experience so far i have gained a lot. The most important thing I have gotten out of college has been the reality of my life moving on from high school days. The knowing that everything that happens beyond this point is determined by my hard work and my willingness to learn. It was difficult thinking that after I am done college my performance is what is going to shape my future. Even though it was hard knowing this I am glad that that is the way it is. If it was not I do not know if others and myself would trully realize the importance of going and completeing college.

Throughout my first semester attending Queens University of Charlotte I learned many new things. Moving to a new country, a totally different city and totally different culture helped me understand the importance of a good education. This new experience taught me how manage myself, face problems and find a way to solve them. I don´t regret about my decision of attending this institution but I feel I need to continue exploring new places and keep learning from them.

I have learned to be independent and appreciative to different kinds of people. My college has a great deal of diversity and I have learned that is of great value. I am able to understand people's culture, differences from my culture, opinions, and perceptions of other people. It has helped me to be diverse which is something that I did not experience until I attended Queens University. I am greatly thankful for this opportunity and will recommend others to find diverslty within Queens. Thankyou for reading, Terri Williams

I have gotten alot out my college experience at Queens University of Charlotte. When I first arrived at Queens, I didn't know how challenging the work load would be. When I tell people that I am a music therapy student, the statement takes on a whole new meaning. Queens University has one of the most extentive music therapy curriculum out of all of the schools I looked at attending. The very first year I started the program, I was given my first client to work with for the semster. Most schools don't allow you the opportunity to do clinicals until your junior and senior year. We were required to have two clients a year as well as juggling off-campus practicum at a number of facilities such as the Levine Children's Hospital, nursing homes, and school in the local area. I have worked with adolescents that have hearing impariments, developmental delays, mental retardation, ADHD and also the elderly. Now, am more prepared when I go into clinical situations, whether it is therapy with an individual or a large group. I have truly learned alot at Queens and my education has been invaluable.

I have gotten things out of my college experience that I did not expect. In our curriculum, we have a course called "CORE". Many of us resent going to this class but by the time we have completed it, we realize that we have gained valuable lessons. These lessons are of noble citizenship and global citizenship. Often people think that college is about self discovery, figuring out your true character. Well from my years here thus far, I have learned to go beyond myself and look toward others; whether it be the surrounding community, my friends next door or on a global level. Our school puts a lot of its energy toward commmunity service and outreach. I used to feel like I was the only one of a few who hurt when I saw someone else hurt. To attend a school where everyone cares about the welfare of others is valuable in itself. I am still learning things about myself but it feels even better to go beyond self and help others in need.

I think the most important thing about the transition from high school to college is to get involved in as many things as possible within your own allowable time frame. Don't be quick to say no to joining clubs or going out with people because it doesn't seem like something you'd be interested in or have time for. The person you start out during your freshman year of college is very rarely going to be the person who graduates in four years. Be as open-minded to that fact as possible and allow new ideas, new people, and new opportunities in as they present themselves.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself to live life in its present day not the future. Looking back to my senior year everything that I did was for college. I missed out on alot of friends and fun time just being a kid. I even did not go to my senior prom. Those times with friends are all over and I can not get them back. Adulthood came so fast and now I must contain my child-like ways. The main thing that determined my eligibility for college was my SAT scores and essay skills. Knowing that my SAT scores were going to be so important for my major I would of took it more seriously. Now I have to retake another test kind of like the SAT for my major just becuase I was thirty points short of my goal. I can only take two classes in my major before I pass this test. As a freshmen I have already taken one out of the two classes. Now I am stuck.

Hey there, Now that you are a senior, you need to know some things about college. First of all, leaving your parents will be really hard. You've been with them for 18 years and you love them deeply, and you've never lived by yourself. It's going to be tough for a little while, but after a couple of weeks, it gets a lot better. You will make tons of new friends from all over the world and you will be involved in so many great things. But on the serious side, there will be a lot of pressures. Partying happens, but you just have to make the right choices about alcohol and drugs. It's not going to be easy, but in the long run, you will be a better person for it. While the fun things are happening, you also still have to succeed in your classes. You're in school for an education and to better your life and you don't want to ruin it. But overall, college is a fun four years and you will make so many memories. Remember to live life to its fullest advantage. See ya next year.

Go to class and get good grades. What you learn in highschool will help you to know and understand what is being taught in the college classroom.

I would advise myself to not worry about the transition as much as I did. I was so nervous about going to college, but it has been an amazing experience, it has honestly changed me as a person. I am so much more outgoing and confident than I used to be and it is great. If I had had any idea of the changes in myself or the friendships I was going to build even only a year and a half into my college experience I would not have worried nearly as much as I did.