SUNY at Albany Top Questions

I am learning the value of a dollar and how far it does and doesn't go. I am having to budget my money. Something mom always did before. I now see how much she struggles to make sacrifices for me. I think college is definately being an eye opener for me, but a good one!

During my first year at SUNY Albany I have grown to be an independent adult. I know it may sound cliche but for me it was a big step because my mother and I were so close. I wanted to stay home and commute back and forth but something told me to go away and when I finally decided to listen to my instinct I knew it was the best thing for me to do. There are time when I really miss my family but I know that I have a job to focus on right now and that job is school. Going away has taught me how to be strong and depend on no one but myself. That was probably one of the best decisions I have made thus far. I know I may regret it sometimes when I miss home but I know that if I didnt go away it would have been something that I would have regretted for the rest of my life.

College has taught me several things. I have learned the value of an education, time- management, responsiblity, professionalism, and so many more life skills. At first I was very shy but then realized that there is no reason to be. Everyone is in the same boat as I am and I should be going to the different events that the University puts on, since I am paying for an activity fee! I have made so many friends that I plan on talking to after graduation. College has changed me as a person and has pushed me beyond my limits. I can not wait to go back next semester to push myself some more. I have learned to appreciate my education now that I have to pay for it and will do anything to succeed.

I've made a lot of good friends and at the same time was able to keep up with my grades. I'm in a very good accounting program the school offers and so far my classes havn't been too bad. Ive gained a lot of social knowledge along wit common sense i lacked while i was living at home. It was just a whole new experiance for me

I have learned what means to be a college student. That it is'nt all fun and games. Although I had fun I still had to study and work hard to get a passing grade. It also gave me the oppurtunity to decide what I really wanted to be.

I haven't attended college yet. My first day of college will be August 30,2010. I hope that I will experience the whole package of becoming a young adult. I hope to develop good judgement and learn what it takes to survive the real world. The only things I wish to take from my college experience is a good education, new found friends, and the feeling of accomplishment.There are many mile stones in life, and I only hope the college will give me life lessons that I can take with me for years beyond.

Coming to the United States for college from the Orient really helped me open my eyes and provided me the opportunity to learn new culture. Going through college help me find my future careers direction and teach me the necessary skills to improve my credentials. In addtion to that, I was able to meet many new friends and appreciate the diversity of the American society.

I have not attended college long, but it has shown me that there is no limit to learning. Education is a very powerful tool, the more you learn the more you can better your future. Knowledge is a very important factor of life, with out it we cant reach the level of success we strive for. College has been so valuable because, it gets me to the goals and dreams I work hard for. It is hard work and time consuming but it all pays off at the end. Attending college proves to me that there is no end in learning,and the more we learn the more our minds open up as a wiser person.

My college experience has been a struggle to say the least. In my freshmen year of college my mother became quite ill thus my grades suffered from worry and regret. I felt as if I was neglecting my duties as a daughter by being at the University at Albany and not by my mother’s side. Thus with her encouraging words I completed my freshman year disheartened and confused. My first semester of my sophomore year seemed to have the same bitter sardonic tone; for I found that my health was also in jeopardy. To say the least I tried my best and fought through my ailment. I hid these burdens and still continued to be involved with my campus activities, volunteer projects and school work. I decided that I was not going to let this defeat me. I wanted to achieve and remain the determined persistent young woman that I am, so I did just that. I ended my sophomore year with a 3.1 semester gpa, the highest in my college academic career. I embraced my burdens and used them as stepping stones instead of handcuffs that would hinder my growth.

The most important lesson that I have learned is that hard work pays off. When I started school I battled with depression, resulting to my withdrawal once and being academically dismissed once. The depression resulted in me not caring about studies and not attending classes. I have since discussed the situation with my doctor and the disability resource center on campus and have found ways to handle my depression, but the most effective medication is my new determination to finish college. Getting a letter of dismissal is an absolutely horrible feeling. Now that I am back in school I have decided to not let myself and my parents down in that fashion again. I have been readmitted to the college and currently hold a 3.33 GPA

My college experience has at times felt like a curse, but has turned out to be a blessing. My parents did not attend college, so I have been attempting to achieve in uncharted waters. Because I could not rely on my parents to help me, I had to embark on my own journey. College has put me in relation to some very talented professors whose insight and perspective have changed my life. I have learned how to create on demand, and how to create out of limited resources. I have tried different artistic and social techniques that I didn't know existed prior to college. I have felt small and overwhelmed, and had to grow past those feelings. After I figured out the system, I have had the opportunity to help other students. The experience of helping others has motivated me to expand my major out towards more altruistic endeavors. Completing my degree will open up the possibility of being accepted into artist residencies. I have developed my skill sets, and expanded my perspectives. The benefit of attending a liberal arts college was the diversity of courses available. Because I attended college I am a more confident learner.

Before going to school, I was unsure of what exactly I wanted to do. SUNY Albany has immersed me with great people who are willing to help you out because they're all on the path to success. The teachers are open minded to students views and can see if you need help. I believe my social skills have progressed immensely and I have made friends that I will cherish for the rest of my life. The school and my language classes have opened my mind to new ideas, cultures, and people. Overall, this school is great because it really opens your mind to the world through the diverse population and enhances tolerance.

My college exerience has taught me that to be someone, and to gain knowledge I must set myself apart from those who aren't willing to do so, and only surround myself with positive and successfull people. In college I learned how to give speeches in front of large audiences, and this helped me perfect my art of poetry and spoken word, which has today, cofidenty led me to perform at open mikes all over New York City, and embrace this talent.

I have gotten everything out of my college experince, some people take college too lightly. People think college is all about the parties and friends, but what i got out of it is a great education. Its be valuable to attend because i came out of each semester knowing more than what i knew when i went in and i could apply it to daily life. College has been great for me and it make me want to continue to learn.

I love my college experience so far. I have learned a lot about how to be independent and how to accomplish what I need to accomplish. The professors are helpful in giving advice that one can actually use and that has helped me immensely.

Before transferring to SUNY Albnay, I attended a private 2-year art school. This experience was everything I was not expecting and did not want. I learned a lot about myself and about people in general. I found that a private school, with few students, all interested in the same thing was a huge mistake. I needed diversity, sports, clubs, a larger selection of classes to choose from, more opportunities to expand. All of these attributes I found at the University at Albany. Being local to Albany, I would be able to stay at home with my family, get a job, and take on more responsabilities of being an adult. It was valuable for me to attend a school that I didn't like, because I learned a lot about tolerance, and what I need in order to suceed. Attending a school that is right for me, allows me to expand and learn in more ways than I thought I could. Every experience is a learning experience.

I have a gotten a great academic experience at my school. I was able engage with my professors academically and gain knowledge and wisdom from them. Learned many core values from my professors and other classmates and friends. I was gain to many real world experience at college like living by myself and becoming a better person. I think SUNY Albany has given me so much that I it is hard to put them all on paper.

Attending college has helped me grow up as a person and learn who I am. I have gained lots of knowledge and not just to pass the courses but to use for the rest of my life. I feel lucky and appreciate the fact that I am able to attend college and I can't wait for more to come!!

I prefer to describe college as an environment where you can discover who you truly are, or who you have become. Becoming someone isn't necessary negative. In most cases becoming someone can be a great discovery. I have gotten a tremendous dose of character, knowledge, and a reconstruction of reasoning since I've been in college. College should be considered as a testing lab, because it goes to prove that we can all get along in peace in the world. My school, for example, is a testament of this fact. As highly diverse as it is, the rich backgrounds of the student body is the sole engineer to a progressing institution. I've learned greatly from my student body and faculty, whom come from different places of the world. Through my experience, I have discovered my greatest interest. College has been valuable to attend because you notice the tremendous intellectual growth in oneself and the curiosity of the world around you. It has certainly been valuable because I now come home for the summer, thirsty for more knowledge.

I've been able to dive right into my major freshman year and have had great experiences in anthropology the whole time i've been there including to field schools in central america and an internship at the state museum. I am also looking forward to an independant study with one of my professors. I've gotten to know my professors personally which makes me feel good. I've also had the time and interest to expand my field of study to include a second major in art history. I've really enjoyed every class i've taken and have learned about a wide variety of subjects. my only complaint is theres only so many classes I can take in 4 years when I'd really like to take so many more!