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I have literally transitioned into my own person. Coming from a very strict household where I wasn't necessarily able to find out what kind of a person I really am, I feel like I am finally being able to grasp that. Everything is up to me whether I want to fall between the cracks and slither through life or rise up to reach my potential and try my hardest at everything I do. Regardless of how hard it is, the fact that these choices are mine and mine alone force, or better yet, allow, you to become an individual. I have met some of the greatest people and out of such an enormous campus, you really have options as to what kind of people you want to spend time with and become closer to. They too shape who you are. Everything we are doing at this point in our lives are creating what kind of a future we want to have and for that I am greatful that I was abel to attend such a beautiful school - now I just have to find out how to pay the out of state fees! :)

I have been able to get a lot out of my college experience. At the beginning of this whole experience I wasn't sure what the world had to offer me in terms of reaching my dreams and now I am very much aware. I know that I want to do research in mathematics and that I want to teach it in the future. I know now that good teachers are hard to come by and I am very much looking forward to educating a younger generation on the things I have been able to learn about mathematics. College is a very important step in everyone's future, from what you learn to the people you meet. It will impact what you can do and what dreams you can accomplish.

I've been at the UofA for almost five months now. By far my experience in college has been great. I have met many people from all over the US and from out of the country. I've learned the importance of being involved and being outgoing. I've learned that by being outgoing and getting involved in school is a way to meet important people that will get me to important places later in my career. To me, being able to attend college is a very valuable opportunity. I say this because I am the first in my family to be able to attend college. Given such opportunity I hope to really take advantage of it and gain much knowledge and education necessary throughout my college career.

I have had the wonderful opportunity to work with many world renowned scientists at many world class telescope facilities. In addition to my studies, I actively participate in clubs and educational outreach activities within my community. It has been valuable to attend because I will now be prepared for graduate school wherever I decide to go. Without college these days, it is hard to excel in life, and I have been given the opportunity to not only help myself, but help others in the process.

My college experiecne has been vauleable to me ,in the since, that I am meeting alot of different people. People who I may not have been in the presence of during my day to day life. I have only attended Pulaski Techincal College since to first day of Summer II classes, but I have meet many of the faculity and students. The information they have provided to me thus far is grtting me to points of my education otherwise not available.

I have learned that hardwork will take you places. In high school I worked really hard to make it to college and now I'm here and I 'nt be happier!

I have gained a huge learning experience from attending college. I have learned so much about myself and my capabilities while going to school. I have learned what to do and what not to do when it comes to my academics. I have learned which methods of study are best for me. I have learned about resources that are available to me to help me succeed. As long as I continue to go to school, I will continue to learn all there is t know about being a successful student as well as a successful person. All of this has made me a better student. I cannot imagine not attending college because of everything I have gained. School has helped me grow and it will prepare me for my future of being a surgeon. College has helped me in so many ways and I am thankful for what it has taught me.

I grew up in a small town in Pakistan. Attending college here in America has been a blessing because i know that there are alot of other girls who would love to be here where i am. University of Arizona has given me a lot of opportunities to expand my knowledge. I love interacting with my classmates and helping others. Being here is a great experience I became very active in community services, I’m currently a member of Muslim Student Associations, Tucson Multicultural organization, Leaders meet yourself and a c-founder of Tarz Punjab Di dance team. I have struggled a lot throughout this whole learning experience. Learning English wasn’t easy for me and I still struggle with it even today. I see myself as a unique individual because I know that when I sit down in any class and take notes I have to go home and translate the same notes in my official language (urdu). I’m from a lower middle class so paying for food on campus and transportation has been a problem for me, but I have learned to keep on going with my studies becausse one day i will see myself succeed.

My College Experience By Victoria Lowe As a late-to-enter-college student, I have counted each class and each teacher as a blessing. No matter the subject, I am eager to attend and enjoy preparing each assignment because I almost didn’t get the opportunity to attend. My high school years were tumultuous so college was not an option. When I finally grew up a little, college was where I wanted to be. I made the right decision. I have come full circle, know exactly what my goals are, and look forward to a career in veterinary medicine. Life is as good as it gets now, and all because of college! The days fly by, I have met awesome faculty and staff, my peers are encouraging, and my grades…well, I am in a national honor society! I can’t imagine not being right where I am! College has made the best better.

Being away from home and attending college has its perks. No bedtime, curfew, or anyone nagging over chores. There are parties every night. It is easy to see why some students can lose focus. The fact of the matter is that living away from home to attend the University of Arizona has caused me to become an adult. I don't know why, but I almost hate to say it. I have come to the realization that life isn't easy. The older I get, the more responsibilities I will have to bear with. It woud be easy for me to sleep through some of my 8 A.M classes, but then I would fall behind. I could go out and party, but then I won't be ready for my next wave of exams. By attending college and going towards a pharmacy degree, I have come to realize that if it was easy, everyone would do it. Hard work and dedication is what will seperate the successful from the rest. I have applied this type of thinking towards everything I do; including my job. If I'm not going to give it my all, than I won't bother.