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I have recieved an education that cannot be commended more. I have found a family of friends that I didn't know it was possible to have. Attending Spring Arbor has opened my eyes to other cultures and to be more accepting of different ways of life, as well as to cherish the blessings I have been given. SAU has helped me to grow so much emotionally, mentally, but especially spiritually. My faith and trust in Christ has grown exponentially since attending here. I feel much more confident about who I am, and the abilities I have to fulfill my purpose! Of my three best friends, two I met at SAU and one will be coming in this fall. It's too awesome to be a part of the community of learners that attend here, because they are so caring and commited to being here. I also love that I can go to my professors with any questions or even if I just need a listening ear or someone to pray with. There is no other school that I could possibly see myself attending.

My college experience has greatly affected who I am today. One thing that I had to learn right away was how to be independent. I started out with a roommate I didn't know and had no one I knew attend the same college. Being shy, I had to put myself out there in order to meet new people and make it through college. Another way I learned to be independent was financially. I no longer received allowance from my parents and looking for a job became a daily routine. However, independence isn't the only thing I got out of college. Building friendships proved to be increasingly difficult as one gets older but Spring Arbor University isn't going to let anyone feel alone. Through programs like Core I was able to build friendships with people that will last a lifetime. Attending Spring Arbor University has been very valuable to my college experience by teaching me independence and creating friendships that impacted my life greatly.

Out of the couple of years that I have been in college, I have learned many things about myself. When I first began school, I wanted to be a veterinarian. I had a college introduction class that required the students to go out and volunteer, so I, along with my group, went to an animal shelter near campus. There I learned that even though I have a big heart when it comes to animals, vet school was not for me because I’d have a hard time with stray animals and having to put animals to sleep. From this I moved on to dental hygiene and this career fits me more. I love helping people, and this is a great way to keep a person happy and healthy. I’ve also learned valuable study skills in school and how to manage my time wisely. I have found my calling by attending school and learning what career is right for me!

Since I started college I have definitely changed as a person. I have learned more about myself and how I want to live the rest of my life. Having opportunities to spread my horizons and experience different cultures has changed my view of the world, I realized that I wasn't as open-minded and accepting as I thought I was. My expectations I set for myself have grown and no matter what life brings me, I feel prepared and would put happiness before money or high-ranking. I feel as if my eyes have been opened and I am so thankful for the new experiences and relationships that I have made.

The best thing I have gotten out of my college experience is the value of personal relationships and hard work. My school is smaller but this only serves to make my experience more personal. Our professors, staff and upperclassmen work together to create a welcoming environment for new students where they can immediately feel valued and comfortable. This welcoming atmosphere has made me feel comfortable being myself; I have not felt that I needed to act a certain way to fit in. Although we focus on being ourselves, we also focus on making ourselves better. We have required classes that teach cultural awareness, time management and how to maintain healthy relationships. Throughout my two years, it has been valuable for me to attend because my school has helped make me a better person. I understand things like communication and the value of listening, I now know how to manage my time and I have learned how to make a positive impact in my community. By teaching these things as well as the necessity of hard work, I feel that my school is preparing me to be successful. If I could do it over, I would pick this school again.

Attending college was one of the best decisions I have made. I learned how to be independent, I discovered my passion, I met people who taught me about life, and I explored academia that was once unknown to me. In his peom, The Road Not Taken, Robert Frost writes, " Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference." Going to college is sometimes the road less traveled. It's difficult, challenging, and not the easy way out. I chose to go to college, I chose the road less traveled, and because of this decision I will never be the same; and I never want to be the same.

Though I am only done with a small piece of my college experience, I have already received so much from it. I have become much more open-minded to the environment around me. I also find it easier to get to know people, and to relate to them as well. I am excited to learn more about myself that I don't know already.

I am a serious college sophomore, and am pursuing a degree in Gaming and Simulation Programming Technology. I am entering my second year as a Dean?s List and Phi Theta Kappa honor student. Throughout my school career I have faced many academic challenges due to a learning deficiency. I learned to study hard, and to seek help when I feel overwhelmed. Although I am diligent, I never expected to excel to this level in college. I am very different from my friends, but I understand that my strongest academic performance is when I am taught with a hands-on approach. I attend New England Institute of Technology (NEIT); this technology college fits my learning style. Ultimately, I would like to expand my career into the field of robotics. I am inspired by really great professors to someday create new tools capable of helping physically challenged people to perform daily tasks. I might help them to drive a car, even if they are blind. Designing innovative enabling human interfaces will help people to deal with their disabilities, so their differences will no longer be their weakness. I know that I will continue to progress here. I truly love this college!

I have learned more about who I am through my college experience. I have been allowed to grow and find who I am while working to become prepared for a field that I can not wait to get involved in. I have found value in being able to establish my personal identity, in the knowledge that I have learned, and for the opportunities my school has given me to help others and get involved in something that is much greater than just me.

My first year of college has been CRAZY! Obviously I learned a lot because that's what college is about, but one of the main things I learned is that high school is actually beneficial and taking AP classes does help whether we think so or not! I was prepared most for courses in which i took AP classes in high school. I didn?t think I would remember anything, but it comes back little by little. Another thing I learned is stay connected with your professors? because they will help! They can help you themselves or set you up with a tutor, and do not be embarrassed by having a tutor, it?s part of the college life! Even though i had struggles with academics and life...my experience was awesome. Even though there were a few bumps in the road, when you have a strong community of students around you, they are possible to get over. I valued my friends more than anything this year because they helped me get through everything. Whether it is academically related or not, it really helps to get connected with a group where you can meet people that will help you!