Saint Joseph’s College of Maine Top Questions

Id I could talk to the highschool me I'd tell myself to join every club that even possibly interests you. It doesn't hurt to test them out. Getting involved is the best way to make friends and make the most out of your college experience. The time flys by and before you know it your out in the real world and you might not be provided with as many opportunitys as you were in college. Also, apply for scholarships! It is NOT a waste of time, you'll agree when you graduate and start paying off loans. Lastly, enjoy every second of college, try new things and don't worry about everything so much.

I was eight years old the first time I told my family I wanted to become a Veterinarian. Now fourteen years later, Saint Joseph's College has gotten me halfway to accomplishing my goal. I am currently a senior in the Pre-Vet program and will be graduating in May. Saint Joe's small campus and close student-teacher relationships provided the perfect environment for me to focus on the curriculum and accel in subject areas where I might have otherwise struggled. The extracurricular activities at the school have provided a social platform where I have made life-long friendships, and have had supple opportunities to learn new skills, build my resume, and give back to the community. Looking back on these four years, I would not change a single step of the way. Saint Joseph's College has made me a better student and member of the community, and I know these values will one day make me a better Veterinarian.

I've been able to experience different people. I'm the only one from my hometown to attend and so I've had to make all new friends again. Plus it's allowed me to step outside my comfort zone and find out that I am capable of being on my own. But the skill of getting along with new people is only going to help me in the future. And I've had to learn to do things on my own, so my college experience has taught me to rely on myself more to get things done, rather than rely on my parents.

I learned how to stand up for myself. During high school I let people walk all over me because I just wanted to be nice, but I learned that I can't let people take advantage of me. My first year I went through some rough times with making friends, changing to the different learning techniques and what was expected of me, and it also created a lot of anxiety for me, but I came out on top and overall my freshmen year gave me strength, courage, independency, and has made me a stronger individual.

If I could go back and speak with my high school self, the first point I would emphasize would be to be friendly. Luckily I made best friends with my roommate and did not necessarily need to go outside of my comfort zone to make other friends. I think that I should have branched out more in the beginning and really introduced myself to anyone and everyone I met. It would have made the transition much easier if I had a lot of friends...I certainly would not have been so homesick if that were the case. The second point of advice I would tell my high school self would be to take studying seriously. When you only have two tests in a class throughout the entire semester, they matter a great deal to your final grade. In my opinion, I did well in my first semester of college, but if I had just studied a wee bit harder I think I could have made the Dean's List. And the last (but certainly not the least) bit of advice I would give myself would be to simply enjoy myself. You only have four years!

I love everything about college life! However, as a high school senior I was skeptical. If I could go back in time and advise myself I would say three things: meet as many people as possible, be you, and most importantly HAVE FUN. I know it can be hard, but I think we forget the fun in meeting new people. When you are new to a place it can be intimidating, but the first few days everyone is new. A simple hi or a compliment can go a long way. Be confident, I guarantee after making one new friend you'll be excited to make more. Peer pressure: we all know about it, but in college it's not such a big deal. People aren't as judgmental; it's actually admirable to be your own person. Lastly have fun! Try new things, join clubs, and stay out late once in a while. College is a place to grow. Yes there is work to do, but there's a way to balance it all. Experience life responsibly and you will adjust in no time. If you're like me you may find it hard to believe you were ever worried.

Before choosing a school, I would definitely visit all of my options to see which best fits me and I feel the most comfortable at when I'm there. I would also plan to meet with one of the students in my intended major and have her tell me what her view is of the school and the program. This would ensure whether or not the school would be an appropriate choice for me and my education. When attending Accepted Students Day I would take advantage of the opportunities to meet new people and learn what they are interested in and if they are people I would like to spend time with if I attended the school. Meeting other people that are interested in attending the same school can give one an insight on how the students already attending the school may be like. It is important to meet new people at every chance one can, especially if the school is small, because this allows you to get to know the other students that will be in one's class and could be a majority of the school.

Everyone wishes at least once in your life that you could go back in time. If I could go back to my senior year of high school I would take that opportunity so I could tell myself about college. What would I say? So much has happened this year. One thing I would tell myself is to study harder and not get mixed up in all the drama. Let's be honest here freshmen year of college is no different then high school for some people. I was one of the first semester, but after looking back I think how could I have been so stupid and choose hanging out over grades, the most important part to college. Another thing I would talk about is sticking up for myself more. I have kind of let myself be dragged into things I wasn't really okay with so senior self don't give into to all the peer pressure and stupidity that will come your way. Although I can't go back and tell myself these things at least I know them know and have learned from them. I can stick up for myself more and realize that homework is important.

High school what a drag. Poof what the... why your me! yes but i am the college you. what do you want from me.?. I have come to you to give you some advice as to what college holds for you. Oooooookay. I know you have been sweating over your sat's, your fasfa and even your grades. AND?. I wanted to tell you that you are at a point now where your not a kid but your not quite an adult either and the chapter of your life i mean the one without your parents just you is begining. Its okay to be scared life has its advantages and its disadvantages. People will try to bring you down and you know what. What ? DON'T LET THEM!!!! stay true to yourself and as long as you are happy with yourself and you did the best job you could then thats all that matters. Listing to my mother also was a big help who told me to hold my head up hiigh and to never sweat the small stuff and thats what you need to do its your life live it as you want to.

Hmmm...tough question, I'm not really sure what I'd give myself as advice. Maybe advice to live on campus instead of being a commuter because it is surely harder being a commuter than an on-campus student.