University of Arizona Top Questions

I am an adopted child that was written off by "guardians." However, this was not going to be an obstacle for future success. I enrolled at the University of Phoenix and completed a two-year degree in Business on-line. The experience had its pros and cons. The pros included working with people on group projects that you never interacted with personally, but were from all over the world, which was great experience for future career settings. The cons were that I had limited help from instructors, minimal resource availablility, and social life with other students was non-existant! I transfered into the University of Arizona and the cons of previous college experiences were turned upside down. I was and still am members of clubs on campus, participate in athletic events, and taking full advantage of resources such as campus tutoring, counseling, advising, and the numerous activities that are available each week. College has been a maturing time of my life interacting with others and gaining a world-class education in the field of business. The value gained from college is the future security in the work-force and knowledge one will not gain outside of academia.

I am a first generation college student so that alone is remarkable to my family and I. Being at the University of Arizona has given me the opportunity to meet amazing people and has filled me with a sense of pride. I love the diversity that the campus has to offer and the feeling of independence I have as a student here. With that independance comes responsibility, and the University of Arizona emphasizes that. Success comes with determination, motivation, and sacrifice. But at the same time, the university has taught me to have fun with life.

The University of Arizona has been a great experience for me. Even though I am not a student that likes to party, I have learned that some people can party without it affecting their school work. I love being a student at the University of Arizona because it is close to home and the campus is beautiful. I have met some wonderful friends that help keep me on track as I do them. The Psychology and Special Education program are well-conducted and have some very educated people in the field. In the Psychology department there are many opportunities to work within the field and help with research topics. In the Special Education field there are many schools and opportunities that the school offers to help students get real-life experience. As long as you are a person that can guide yourself and are very independent the University of Arizona would be a great opportunity for you. There are many computer labs which allows any student not to have to own their own computer. Conveince is also a factor at the University of Arizona, everything that a student needs to survive is within walking distance. It is a great campus!

Education is power. Education is knowledge. Education is the difference of being in the know and being the dark. Education is just simply everything to me. College is the best experience I've had in my life so far and I have gotten a vast amount of knowledge, maturity, insight, liberalism and pride out of it. And I'm only in my second year. I simply cannot imagine what life would be like without college education especially the college education from such a school like the UofA. The amount of material I've learned, the new and old people I've met, the discovery of what actually happens and happened to the people I went to high school with, the friendships I've made (and "friendships" I'd want to break), and the realizations and enlightenments of the amount of time, effort and brains to succeed in school and life are just the reasons I could think of right now to say that the college experience I've had so far is certainly a valuable experince.

After graduating in 2004 with my Bachelor's in Psychology, and completing 48 credits towards a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, I have decided to further my education by going to school for my RN license. Not only has my college experience been beneficial in an educational aspect, but has actually been helpful in many aspects of my own life. As a single, working mother of a four year old, being a nursing student is more than stressful; however, my drive and motivation to succeed in life, no matter how difficult the situation, sets a wonderful example for my daughter. While taking the Marriage and Family Therapy classes, my parents divorced after 25 years of marriage. No words can describe how helpful the program ended up being during this difficult time for me. Making others smile, working and studying in a counseling/health care field, and learning to assess the individual needs of each patient that I will work with is rewarding, humbling, challenging, and enjoyable. My college experience thus far has played a large part in making me who I am today, and continuing this journey in nursing school will make me an even stronger person.

I have been in college since October and I feel I have learned so much in the short month I've been there. I am going to the Fashion Institute of Design and Technology majoring in merchandise marketing. I love all my classes; my teachers are very engaging,and helpful. One thig I've learned is to go out of my comfort zone and meet new people and try to get involoved in the school's activities. I really feel its all about time management for me right now. With all the homework, working part-time, group projects, and still trying to get some sleep I feel this is where I am growing and learning the most. It has been so valuable to attend FIDM because the classes are directed toward my major and I am learning so much. I really love learning and wanting to grow more knowledgeable in my studies. I want to do the best I can do, so when I do enter the "working world' I will be prepared with an amazing education under my belt; along with the fun exeriences I will encounter as well.

Before attending the University of Arizona I was very close minded. I hadn't much experience with other races or people with such passion for an education. I attended I lower/ middle class High School, where about 30 of us are now attending a University or Community College. I come from a family that did not attend college, I'm a first generation student. It has been difficult at times to keep my home life and school life at the same level. They both require a lot of time, however I've experienced that without the support of my family I would not be where I am today. I thoroughly enjoy attending this University and it has led me to place a higher standard for myself and my education.

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I have made some good friends and broadened my horizons, and it has been valuable because I feel it is setting me up for future success.

Throughout my college experience I have gained more than I ever imagined I would. I feel like I will be able to become a more effective and successful teacher using the knowledge I have gained from Frederick Community College and Hood College. I have learned teaching techniques, how to write a lesson plan, tips for parental interactions, and so much more while studying at both of these great Colleges. I feel that upon entering the classroom as a teacher I will be well prepared to do a great job using the tools and resources that I have learned at both colleges. It has been valuable to attend because you get so much out of interacting with other teachers and teacher candidates. You are able to learn through others' experiences and interactions. I have also had the opportunity to meet great people along the way and have made friendships that will last a lifetime. The other valuable item that I have received from attending Frederick Community College is my A.A.T. degree in Elementary Education and I will soon have my Bachelors degree from Hood College in Elementary and Special Education.