Tarleton State University Top Questions

While attending Tarleton, I have been advised on what classes I should take and when I should take them according to my educational plans. I am able to spend one on one time with my teachers in order to understand the lessons and materials that I am learning. At the rate I am going, I will be able to graduatie from college in a timely manor. Even though Tarleton is considered to be a smaller school, I love the size because it is bigger than my high school which means there is diversity, however it is still small enough to feel familiar and welcomed by the teachers and other students. Tarleton has been a great stepping stone into my future. Throughout my college experience, I have had a great learning opportunity while meeting new people that I will forever hold memories with.

The degree itself is invaluable because my life revolves around my business degree with a certification in teaching 8-12 graders. However, it's not the classwork that one takes the most from college. My undergraduate college experience has been one of the best experiences in my life. I discovered who I was while away at TSU. I learned the "real" me through my morals and values being tested. I did not always pass the tests, but I did learn that I always fall back on what I know is right although that may not be what my parents taught me. I learned networking with professors, staff, and students at school is one of the most important activities one can participate in for a future career. I always heard not to judge a book by its cover, but it never sunk in until I was at college where diversity was all around me instead of in a small rural town in the panhandle where most people are farmers or ranches and fully participate in all activities in school. My college experience opened my eyes to the "real" world, and I am very thankful that I was afforded the college opportunity.

I have gotten so many things out of my college experience so far, and I know there is so much more to go. College has made me grow up and become more mature than I was before. I have always been a hard worker, but now being in college makes me want to even work harder so that I can always be what I have wanted to be since I was a little girl, and not many people get to achieve that opportunity and I know that I am truly blessed that God has brought that to me.

So far out of my college experience i have made many new friends and have had a blast at all of the extracuricular activities. I have also had the chance to experience living on my own in a dorm room which is pretty cool. School has been valuable to attend becasue i am learning everything i need to know about what i want to do after i graduate college.

One of the best things I received from Tarleton State University was the ability to capitolize on my previous court reporting experience. TSU allowed me to participate in a Bachelor of Science degree plan that considered my previous technical training in the field of court reporting and translated my vocational hours into college credit ours. Another great aspect of TSU is the testing center. I was able to clep out of two of my courses (Management, Marketing); I received 6 credit hours for these courses.

If I was capable to go back in time and tell myself about college life and making the transaction, I would let myself know that it isn't as easy as waking up and your there. There is a lot of paperwork and deadlines that you must keep up with. You can't simply wait around for your parents to do it either. You have to take it upon yourself to go to the financial aide office to apply for financial aide, to go to the housing office to apply for a dorm room, and to go to advising office to have them tell you what classes would be best for you to take. You are growing up now, it's not up to your parents anymore. It might sound brutal at first, but I would hope I would understand where I was coming from when I told myself all of this.

If I was given the opportunity to visit my senior-self and offer words of advice, I would say to never be unprepared. College expects great things out of you as you transition from a dependent child to an independent adult, and the easiest thing to drown in in college, is being unprepared. Nothing is too hard, but to skip out on readiness, only puts you back farther in the game. Whether it be forgetting a scantron on the day of your final exam, misplacing a homework assignment that counts for twenty percent of your grade, or even having no idea what you want to do in the future, can put a downer on the entire college experience. Part of the reason students venture to college is to gain freedom and independence, but how do you obtain such things when you can't manage to remember to set your alarm? When unpreparedness trips you, the sudden reality of your future abruptly introducing itself to the ground is painful. If you are prepared for anything life throws at you, naturally things run smoother, allowing you to enjoy more of what college has to offer for its students.

I would have started school immediatly after getting out of the Army instaed of waiting for 9 years. I would have also taken more advantage of the educational programs that were offered to me during my 11 years in the Army.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself that there were some things I was doing right and some things I could really improve on. I would say the following: Good job at getting some confidence because one day, when you are ready, you will become a leader. I know it's tough, but push through those times when you'd rather sit in the corner and watch people and go out there and meet them instead. Here's what I want you to do differently: get in the Word of God. Seek truth, discipline, and understanding. Start keeping a journal, so you can see your spiritual progress and to encourage you when you look back on it. Flee from sexual immorality. If you don't do it now, it won't be any easier later, when you have a girlfriend or when you get married. And yes, you will have a girlfriend, believe it or not, but just run after God, not girls, and then just grab the girl running next to you. And don't be afraid to do what God asks you to do.

If I could go back time and advise my high school self, there are several pieces of advice I would give myself. Firstly, I would tell myself that even though they are time-consuming, and at times boring, all of those applications I was filling out are very important and that I should try my very best on every single one of them. Next, I would make sure to tell myself that the last months of high school are a lot more hectic than I think they're going to be, and that that fact makes it espescially important that if there is anything that I need to get done that I schedule an appointment with all the appropiate people so that it actually gets done. Also, I would tell myself exactly what I ended up deciding to major in so that I could save myself a lot of headaches. Lastly, I would remind myself that it's okay to take a breather every once in a while; that it will help a lot more than it can ever hurt. I don't need to stress myself out; everything will work out in the end.

If I was allowed to go back in time and talked to myself as a High school senior I would tell myself that there is no need to stress as much as I do and I also do not need to try and rush through college, I can take my time and focus more on my classes and still graduate on time. I would also tell myself to join some organizations my first semester until waiting till the second or third semester so I will be able to get to know people on campus and also become more envoled with the University.

If I were to talk to myself when I was a high school senior, I would start by saying you will do just fine. That people are nice and students and faculty are there to help you. You are smart and inteligent, just keep a steady head and keep school as one of the top priorities. Do not get too anxious and enjoy the time, friends and experiance.

Tarleton is a good college. It's small so you can meet alot of people and form friendships, the classrooms are smaller, and the staff and students are really friendly. It's also really affordable to attend to.

If I could go back in time and speak to myself as a high school senior, the two main things placed on my heart to share with myself would be: (1) thoroughly research the colleges you want to attend and (2) stay focused and purpose-driven while you're in school. Although financial aid is important, it should not be the only deciding factor in your decision. Whatever college you decide to go to, especially if it's away from home, that college, it's surrounding area, and the environment at this school will be your new home and frequent dwelling place. It's imperative that you know what you're getting yourself into and whether or not it would be conducive to your progress and success as a student. College is definitely a place where your values, morals, and beliefs will be tested. It is very important to keep your goals at the top of your priority list. College is also a place where you start to discover who you are and what you're made of. Have an open mind, but think through your decisions and don't be afraid to draw boundaries for yourself or with others.

College is more challenging than high school, but don't work yourself up over it. As long as you go to class, and study, you will do just fine. Don't be afraid to ask other students for help, and especially don't be afraid to ask the teachers for help. Start practicing good study habits, because they will come in handy. Be self-confident, and try to make friends in your classes. Studying in groups is very beneficial because everyone gets the chance to express and listen to different ideas and explanations. Don't take too many classes, because you will get overwhelmed. All in all, college is a great experience. It's completely different from high school, but in a good way. Don't stress about it, and you will make it through. Have fun at a graduation!

If I could go back to talk to myself as a high school senior, I think that I would tell myself not to put off going to college. I have always wanted to pursue a career as an illustrator, but never actually went for it! Now I have a wife and three kids, and even though I am so excited at the chance to finally do this thing, you can bet that there will be a lot of other obtacles to overcome at this point in my life than there would have been for me right out of high school. I would have told myself that this desire is not going to go away, and that I should check out all of my options and do my homework: what schools are out there, what fields of study are offered, what kinds of funding is available, and, most importantly, what do I really hope to acheive from all this. With all of that information, I think that I would see that getting my degree is within my reach, and I'd have been more likely to have taken the plunge sooner rather than later.

The very first thing i would do is teach myself how to relax. My first year of college was filled with anxiety. Now starting my senior i can handle that better. I would then go on to teach myself how to study. My grades were not so good my freshmen year due to me not knowing how to study very well. I would also tell myself to get more involved with school and not return home so often. I feel that i missed out on many things because i was afraid to reach out, open up and make new friends. But most importantly, i would tell myself to change my major to Psychology. That way i wouldn't take some many classes that will not go towards my degree. I made a lot of mistakes my freshmen year and unfortunately you can't go back in time. So the best thing to do is pick up the pieces and make the best of it!

The first thing I would tell myself is ; find as many scholarships as possible from the get go. And to change old study habits to help for your future in college. Also to not fall victim to old highschool habits that may have gotten you good grades because in a university setting that will not get you very far.

I would tell myself that when making a decision in life, to never hurry. Knowing now what I did not then is to appreciate every moment that we are blessed with and to never rush your life ahead because you will miss all the small things that help you become who you are going to be in life. Highschool is a completely different world set aside from life when your considered a grown up. I would want to tell me to not stress over materialistic things, popularity, money or friends. I know I had to learn the hard way that no one is going to hold your hand through life and sometimes we should go the extra mile. I got my GED and did not finish Highschool because of advice I got from my school counselor. I wish I would of stayed and finished because I will never get back those years that I could of changed my whole life, for the better!!!! I am a single mother now with two children and love it! Needless to say....working, school and children is very tough. I would tell myself to take it easy and enjoy the ride!!!!!!!!

?If I could write a letter to me??.now that?s a phrase many of us may have said! If I could change it all I wouldn?t change everything, but the one thing that is certain I would write in that time traveling letter about college is; "believe it or not your teachers and parents are right! College isnt easy and education is what is going to carry you through your life. Friendships, being popular, and being a varsity football star is no where near what is important. So when you fight with Dad about grades just assume you?re wrong, and take heed to his advice! High school friends are great, but they don?t take calculus tests for you in college. I know that the present affects emotion and status with your peers, but what the future holds is of far more importance. These are no where near the best years of your life. If you can just find the strength to look past Friday night and the weekend while attending high school, life WILL be much easier! Keep your head up kid, I'll see ya in a few years!"