University of Arizona Top Questions

I have refocused my goals as I've grown in college. At first, I had the same understanding as the average college freshman. However, paying my way through college taught me the value of a dollar. I acknowledged my superfluous spending habits and decided it was time to take responsibility. I now prioritize my life differently; schoolwork comes before everything besides family. I work harder than I ever had in high school. I understand that this is it; these next 4 years will determine the rest of my life. Whether or not I receive a job in a business related field or something completely outside the parameters of my degree. The friends I surround myself with have changed also: more career-oriented people. I befriended individuals whom I can identify with, instead of those who say, "Let's go out. You can finish your work in the morning". I am more focused, more determined, and more confident than I have ever been in my life. All of this does not even do justice to what the University of Arizona has given me.

When I visited Tucson from Indiana for the first time, I was consumed by the energy of 4th avenue. The thrift stores, coffee shops, bars, and bookstores gave me hope. I felt that the students here would reflect this energy: beings running up and down the street with books and lively conversation. I chose this school for the mere fact that I could see myself here, amongst these open-minded creatures. I'm still waiting for that acceptance to occur. Now, as a junior, while I may complain about certain aspects of this campus because of the out of place feeling I still get walking around, I cannot claim that I haven't grown as an individual. I've learned so many things about myself, physically and emotionally. I've learned compassion through friending people I never would've talked to in high school. I've learned how to take care of myself through yoga and organic food. I've learned how to format poetry to affect my audience in a profound manner. I've learned vocabulary. These are great things, but the most important lesson that I've learned at college is that the best is yet to come.

At my orientation, I was able to feel the excitement that was built inside of me. Once I got the campus experience, I felt amazed and even more excited than getting the acceptance letter. Learning how to become a college student from past mentors really has taught me how to react to independence. I am proud that I am attending a well-known university. Especially being the first one in my family to attend any college in particular, feels blessed. I feel that I can help my family by gaining a college education and hoping to get a great career that will do good for them and myself. I cannot wait to gain the full version of college. All the stress and midterms await me. I'm in for it again. I plan on getting more involved in school activities than I was in high school so that I can meet and greet with a lot of people. That is why attending this college is valuable to me.

It has always been my dream to attend the University of Arizona, so when I received the acceptance letter in the mail, I was exstatic, and because I want to major in education, I know for a fact that the U of A is one of the best colleges to attend for that area of study. Right away, I got on the school's website and started looking up information about the classes and clubs and anything I may find interesting. From going to my orientation, I have learned so much more about the University of Arizona than I had expected; my advisors are so friendly, the students and staff are very helpful and it's really easy to get around campus, knowing me, I thought I was going to get lost the minute I stepped foot there! Thankfully though, it wasn't a struggle at all and just by attending those first two days at orientation, I knew that I am going to be achieving so much more than I expect like becoming more responsible and getting ready for my future to succeed.

When I first started college I was in high school. I was put in an early college program because I felt high school may be to slow. My first day of college class proved that right away. Not only did I feel I was learning a great deal more I was surrounded by people who wanted to better them selves and learn. This in the end helped me stay consistant and focused with my school work. In the end I was not only giving myself a furture and a career I was learning more and more about my community, country, and even other countries. To anyone considering college I would say don't even hesitate. Attending gives one a career, a stabel setting and a open mind capable of accomplishing anything.

I have gotten a lot out of my college experience even though i have only been going for a year now. I have learned that life is about more than high school drama. The people you meet in college can benefit you greatly in the future. The classes you take help prepare you for your future in this world. When you are in high school teachers and parents tell you what to do and when to do it but when you are in college you are in control of everything that happens. It has shown to be valuable to attend in many ways. First, it has shown me how strong i am with dealing with new situations. Second, it has taught me that meeting new people isnt as scary as I thought it would have been. Last but not least it has helped me grow up and take responsibility.

So far my university experience is far better than I expected and I expected a great deal. My professors have been extremely helpful in aiding me in developing my own abilities and they expect that I do my best. I'm around like-minded people who are curious about and receptive to different ideas and opinions. They can offer their own views, generally without the hinderances of ignorance or bias. The university experience is extraordinarily personally rewarding. I've grown socially because I am a very shy person but at the university, I am more comfortable talking to people because they are knowledgeable and receptive. I have the resources to study and learn about what I want to outside of class in addition to in-class work. If I hadn't chosen to go to a university and went straight into work, I don't think that I would be as prepared to deal with both people and with working with the confidence of knowing what I am doing.

I've made a lot of valuable friends, have had wonderful teachers, and there are lots of opportunities at the school over the years.

What I have gotten out of my college experience is never give up on your dreams. When i first started college, i didn't know how everything worked. I was nervous and unsure about a lot of things. Being an African American male the dropout rate for African American males in college is high. Fortunately my college has a program that helps African American students succeed both in the classroom and in the real world and because of the support i recieved i have been able to maintain a 3.1 GPA and the resources to help me earn my AA degree in less time than other students who have not taken advantage of this program. The counseling services are extremely helpful and helped me along my college career.

I have learned how to operate a business, work on a team, motivate others, and to help those less fortunate.