The University of Montana Top Questions

Since beginning school in August of 2010, I have had countless invaluable experiences. From the challenge of living on my own for the first time, to experiencing the wonders of Montana's nature, I've found college to be extremely valuable. College has allowed me to continue my quest for knowledge which I developed in high school. The availability of professors and the closeness of my classmates has allowed me to learn more than ever, as well as enjoy the process of learning, which is often difficult to do. In addition to learning, I've become an independent woman since entering college. I've had to balance my own check book and hold myself accountable for completing schoolwork and staying fit. I've also found myself as a child of God which is a realization that will never leave me. Finally, as a result of countless camping trips, day hikes, and fun winter activities I have grown to love nature and Montana. All of these experiences have continued to shape me as I've grown into a woman. Without these experiences I would not be who I am today. I've developed a love for nature and Montana

During my second year at the Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico in Ponce I have experienced why it is important to attend and how this can influence me in my life. Attending to the university the most important valuable thing I have experience is the values of how to treat each person. This can help to be a better person not only with myself but with others. Out of my collage experience I have experience responsibility. Responsibility has teach me to be more willing and to do things better for my own good. Attending to the university is valuable because everything I learn is beneficial for my future and I can also use all that I learn in my daily life. Out of my collage experience I have known a lot of different personalities and have known to decide to choose between right and wrong. The collage experience has created a more professional person with expectations for the future. Inspiration has created in me the journey to keep continuing my dreams and my career. The most important thing that I have learn is to not give up my dream and that with a little enthusiasms I can achieve anything.

I have gotten a lot out of my college experience. The University of Montana has provided endless opportunities to help me become the best teacher that I can be. The education program explores a diverse group of learners. I have been able to teach students of all ages in many settings. Some of the opportunities, including tutoring teens that have not learned to read have to be passed by due to my financial status. If I had a financial cushion, I would not have to work to pay my tuition. I would then be able to spend every friday furthering my teaching experience.

Before attending the University of Montana, I knew absolutely no one in Montana. I was taking a risk by moving to what seemed like an entirely different world. I am originally from Maui, HI and so coming the continental United States to go to school was something completely new and scary. I was afraid I was not going to make friends, that I would not connect with anyone, and that I would be extremely homesick and lonely. However, I was wrong. People here welcomed me with open arms and brought me into their community. I have learned that taking a chance can lead to some pretty awesome results. I have a wonderful, supportive group of friends, a great employer and coworkers, professors who love teaching, and classmates who actually want to learn. This is something that cannot necessarily be taught in a classroom. I am creating relationships here with people that I hope will last a lifetime. So yes, while I have learned and studied interesting subjects in the classroom, the most beneficial thing that I have learned while at the University of Montana is that good relationships are the foundation of a strong, positive, and supportive community.

College for me is an opportunity for adventure. I needed something more than the systemic, status quo preparation for a career. While getting ready for the world of jobs may suit some people, I belief that a career should be a body of work one looks back on, something that is defined by one's life not the other way around. .I've always loved adventures, the sense of wonder and curiosity from childhood never quite left me, and heading off to college has proved to be the most adventurous thus far. I knew that the best way for me to grow was to step outside of my comfort zone and that's precisely what the purpose of an education should be: pushing and getting to know oneself. I see no greater opportunity to take control of my path than through education. By holding myself accountable for the knowledge I gain, accountable for filling in the grey areas on the maps of my self-awareness, I ultimately take responsibility for the person I become.

For me I have seen many doors open for me that would have never opened. Without attending i would have never known my love for school and how needed it is in the world today. without college id never be able to go any higher in the world than i am right now.

College takes a big toll on my life. I attend school at night, while I work in the day, but on top of that I have to work 44 hours at an outside site every term. But, on top of THAT, I an getting my general education coursework done online. It's starting to get easier to juggle everything now, but it took some getting used to. The work that I'm doing in class is completely worth the load I have to balance. The animals I work with may be the sweetest ever or won't cooperate at all, but I know what I'm doing is aiding in their well-being. I'm learning to become a Veterinary Technician, and it's a very accelerated, hands-on course. The knowledge I'm gaining from my school is something that will constantly be with me throughout my career...my life. I don't have any extra time, and I'm always drained and zombied, but I think when it comes down to doing something I really want to do it'll all be worth it in the end.

Since I have been attending Ozarks Technical Community College in Lebanon Missouri the biggest thing I've noticed is how close the teachers and students are to each other. I like being able to still have one on one time with a teacher if i have a problem or need help with something I don't quite understand. Rather than being at one of the big universities where the only reason the teachers go to the classroom is to get paid. The OTC campus's are also really tough on attendence. If you are gone more than 6 times and you haven't cleared it with your teacher, they have the option of dropping you from their class.

i have found that the university has given me a strong sense of place in the natural world. i have learned valuable skills in protecting and understanding the natural world. this set of skills will help me immensely later in life when i go on to work in one of a variety of government agencies involved in protecting the environment in crucial times such as these. i have Particularly enjoyed learning for the pourpose of understanding as much as i can in the natural world. i am currently majoring in forest ecology and i am fascinated by the knowledge i have gained at this institution. Every day I learn something new I am overjoyed with the thought of someday applying my knowledge in the field to set an example and continue learning through my own success. i also look forward to teaching others with similar interests to my own and enjoying their success as they enjoy the natural world with the same enthusiasm i have.

There are several reasons to go to College of Southern Nevada and some of them are it's affordability, relaxed environment, and the feeling of a more personal education. I am a good student but I sometimes fall into a rut and procrastinate. In the college world procrastination could devistate you financially. This is why I prefers CSN over other colleges in the area. At CSN if you mess up once or twice it will not bankrupt you. All the teachers at CSN know just how much work you can and cannot handle making it feel a little more relaxed than the University setting. Another reason I like CSN is the lower population of students. The smaller population also allows for a more personal approach to teaching so I can talk to my teachers without having to compete for their attention. Overall CSN is a little community that just feels more comfortable if you like the quiet life.