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SUNY at Albany was an invaluable experience because the school has something to offer for everything. I double-majored in World History and Film studies, and only at this school was I enabled to write a Senior Honors Thesis that was able to incorporate both with another area of interest; the socio-economic implications of squatter settlements in Rio de Janeiro. My professors, advisors, and administrative staff were more than accomodating. For the first time in my life, I was able to really form relationships with educators who encouraged me to focus on subject matter that interested me, and I was able to thrive in this open environment. Not only was I pleased with the academics, but I am pleased with the organization of the campus. SUNY at Albany is a large school and yet it was organized in a way that made adjusting to college less threatening to freshmen and more nurturing of lifelong friendships. The friends are all from different hometowns, with different majors, interests, religions, and yet we all meld beautifully. SUNY at Albany is,by definition, a large school, but it truly has a homey feel.

My college experience has been wonderful. I learned alot about myself during the past year. I have learned to balance school work along with the responsibility of living away from home. I know I have matured over the past year. I also learned that in order to succeed I needed to be more assertive. I've gotten involved in a few clubs on campus and that has allowed me to make more friends. Some of those friends I can see having in my life for a very long time, even after I am finished with college.

College has taught me many things, from how to solve Calculus problems, to what causes delinquency in urban settings, but the most important lesson college has given me is to be open to new ideas and opinions that may or may not be different from my own. Everyone comes from a different background, and everyone has a different persepctive or area of expertise to which they can contribute. College has taught me to look past the what and focus on the why. Why do they think this is a better solution to the problem, why does this happen given certain circumstances but not others, etc. College has diversified me, opened my eyes to things I probably would not have seen otherwise, and granted me the ability to see things through the eyes of others. It has greatly improved my education not just in my area of study, but also improved my social life and ability to interact with those whom which I would not normally associate with.

College is something that everyone should attend, specifically, going away to college. I have learned so much about myself this year than I ever thought I could. Sure, I learned things about my major, Journalism, and my minor, Japanese, but the kind of invaluable skills that one can only learn on their own is possible when you go to college. I finally got to sing and dance, one of those silly "pipe dreams" I had when I was little. I am now taking tap dancing and singing lessons and I get to do whatever I want and be whoever I want now. I am so greatful for that.

You get to learn new and exciting things when you go to school. Makes you want a better job and and to stick with your studys.

Entering college, I was unsure of what I wanted to be. I decided to undertake finance and psychology as my majors and felt that the combination could make for an interesting career. Going into my second year, however, I felt something was missing. Perplexed about my future, I ran from my indecision. I studied abroad in Europe and explored the world. The exposure to different countries and people was humbling and exhilarating. A conversation I had with a fellow program participant ended with "The world is ours". These simple words made me realize the potential and opportunity I have been blessed with. I returned with a new-found confidence and quickly added pre-medicine to my discipline. I came to the decision that I would go to medical school and ultimately into psychiatry. This declaration forced me to test my boundaries academically, sharpen my time management skills, and turn to my family and friends for needed support. I am now in medical school pursuing a dream that at one time seemed so far and foreign. Sorting through my desires and fears was accomplished in Albany and has led me to a place that I can truly say I am happy.

I AM GLADE TO BE BACK IN COLLEGE. IT HAS GIVEN ME THE CHANCE TO GOOD BACK AND MAKE A BETTER LIFE FOR MY SELF. I VALUE THE CHANCE TO LEARN ANYTHING NEW. I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE A GOOD LIFE FOR ME AND IF I HAVE FUTURE CHILDERN. AS FAR A MEDICAL GOSE I HAVE ALWAYS HAD A INTERREST IN IT EVERY SINCE I WAS A YOUNG CHILD. GETTING THE CHANCE TO ADVANCE IN THIS FEILD IS VERY IMPORTANT TO ME.

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An undergraduate education is not a given in my family, indeed, I will be the first person in my family to receive an undergraduate degree. As I have come to greatly appreciate as I?ve matured, receiving an education is in fact a great privilege, and with privileges come responsibilities. While in college, I have had the oppurtunity to hold myself to an extremely high standard of academics while simultaneously taking part in community service, research, sports, music programs, clubs, and a part-time job. However, I have also grown to understand that the classes do get significantly harder, and it's more and more imperative to stay focused on academics and not get caught up in partying or sleeping in. I have gotten so much out of my college experience, from learning how to work with different types of people, to working harder than I ever had to in high school on studying and keeping up with material, to balancing out the many types of activities and responsibilities I have outside of the classroom. Although I won't be in school forever, these kinds of skills will continue to help me evolve into an adult and an excellent professional.

My experience at the University at Albany has been an irriplaceble experience. It has given me the opportunity to advance myself academically in a setting that encourages a variety of options and has something for everyone. I was able to explore many avenues with my education and then narrow them down to choice my major and two minors. During my studies as a history major I gained important skills that will benefit me in my future academic as well as professional career. In addision, I formed relationships with faculty that lead to whole hearted references when it came time to apply to graduate school. The ability for me to live in campus housing, helped me feel like part of a community as well as helped ease me into my new life. I was able to form lasting relationships with those whom I shared my living space both in my room as well as in my hall and quad. I was able to grow academically, professionally and personally and I tribute it to my time at college.

What I have gotten out of my college experience is diversity, I have learned how to appreciate different cultures and people and most of all value them dearly. I am so happy that I attened this school, I have learned so much.

Attending university has helped me become a harder working person who is better at managing her time. It has been valuable to attend because I have become more independent and learned more about myself. Attening college has taught me that I can truly accomplish anything that I set my mind to -- I am graduating a year early with two majors, and will possibly be spending the summer studying abroad in Russia. College has been a positive experience and I am very glad that I have been able to attend.

My college experience has given me exposure to so many things and people I likely would not have experienced on my own. I've developed a new found appreciation for other cultures. I'm more social than I was before college and my association is more culturally diverse. College has not only given me the avenue to expand academically, but I've also been able to expand my views as an individual. Now when I go out into the real world of business and career, I'll be better equip to communicate with and serve a more diverse group of people. College has also taught me a great deal of discipline. Learning is a lot more independent on the college level so time management and good study habits are the key to success.

From my college experience so far, Ive learned how extremely far i can puch myself to reach a goal i have set. Ive learned to be independent and to think about every choice i make because I'm responsible for them. Ive also made amazing friends who i will continue to be friends with for the rest of my life. But i think the most valuable thing ive gotten out of college is how much more i appreciate my family for everything they have done for me, because I dont get to see them everyday.

As a college student, I have made new friends and been to parties. But at the same time, I study very hard in college and manage my time well. It has been valuable to attend because I have learned alot in the courses I have taken such as Nutrition or business courses such as Business Law. I am able to learn courses that I am interested in at the University of Albany. The more I learn, the more my knowledge of life enhances.

I have learned to appreciate being social in school, it is important to be associated with your peers. To get the full experience out of living and life, you have to sit back and think about the importance of your happiness in the deal. When you are not happy in what you do and where you are then it doesnt neccessarily make it a waste but you are not at your full potential because a smile can cure a bad sentence on anyday! I have recieved the teachers styles and grew to know that all of them will not be pleasure and business but some strictly business and that, that is totally respectable. Eating a good meal is underestimated to just test days, when your stomach is growling the worst time is to be taking noes on someone just talking. Concentration techniques are what I still need growth in but as you can see this whole thing is a growing experience for me to observe and learn from.

It's been worth it to attend because not only have I learned so much so far, but I've alsom grown as a person. Also, I met so many different people from all over the world! It may be stressful at times, but I feel that I'm working towards something real and important.

my college experience has taught me that in order to succeed at anything, one must work very hard. one must prepare for life much like one would prepare for an exam, with diligence and thoroughness.

As a student who went to a community college and a public school in New York State, I learend how to adjust to different social situations and interact with students from various different backgrounds. I have gotten to know people who came from very privileged families, but also worked with students from lower socioeconomic classes. The most important thing I learned in college was beyond the book knowledge - it was the social skills I learned from student government, going to parties, and studying in groups. My suggestion to any high school student pursuing a college career is to work your hardest to break out of your shell and expose yourself to different social situations. By experiencing different social situations, students learn about others, but also get to know themselves better. College is about discovery, and our tuition should cover the exploration of ourselves.