University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Top Questions

As a combat vet, I feel greatful that I was able to return from the war in one peice and attend a great school. I have the up most respect for all vets, and most of all, the ones in school. I have had a wonderful time thus far.

My college experience has brought interests I was not even aware I had. Attending this school has brought friendships, knowledge and has created relationships with professors I can come to during my college career for guidance.

My years in college were the best years of my life for many reasons. I made life long friends, learned about myself and methods that work best for me when I am learning and how to manage my time. I feel that college degree is something everyone can achieve and not to mention afford. I know it seems like a large financial burden to attend college, but the amount of money you make in a lifetime will allow you a bright future. Attaining a college degree separates you from the hundreds of other applicants that want the same job.

Going to college is something I was always taught I should do, but I wasn’t so sure of it. I am now 27 years old and have been going to school on and off again the past 10 years. After years of different dead end jobs I realized I needed and wanted more. I realized the road to a real career was by receiving an education. I have been going to school consistently these past two years and have learned so much already. Being a student has taught me how to manage my time better, how to work harder, and how it is important to stick with something you’ve started. I’ve had the privilege of learning a great deal from my professors and fellow students that I will be able to use for the rest of my life. I know that this experience will especially be valuable in the end when I am able to work at a job I love and look forward to doing each day.

Friendships, the ones that I have built on campus are completely different from the ones that I have built in high school and so forth. The university is definitely alot more diverse with students coming from different backgrounds and ranging in ages from 17 -55+. The reason why it has been so valuable to me is because I have gained knowledge from every single friendship I have built at this university. For instance last semester I met a classmate who was 55 years old. You'd think someone of that age would've given up on school, but she told me she came back to school because her children were all grown up and she wanted to make something of herself. It was so inspiring because she didn't let age affect her decision to return to school, rather she focused on her perseverance to achieve her career goals. I was always so worried about finishing within four years, but I have now realized that it doesn't matter how quickly I get done, but rather that I get done.

I have only been in college for four months but I already love it. While some of the classes and teachers are not as useful as I would have hoped, ALL of the teachers have so far expressed an interest in me as a human being and a love of their subject. They all want to aid the students in learning and teach them what they know, making sure to direct us to the proper authority if it is not their field. The most important aspect though would have to be the leaning experience. I find all the new information fascinating and am so excited to be in an area of academia that I am passionate about with others who feel the same way. The most important things I have gotten out of my college so far are the relationships with the people, and the education and knowledge I acquire from being around them.

I have learned that college is a different world and what you make of it will always be up to you. You are exposed to a new environment and new people from all walks of life. I believe that the most valuable philosophies I have incorporated into my life are “Live to Serve, Love to Serve” which is from the club I am part of, Circle K International, which is full of friends who care for each other and try their best to help those in need. I also learned that you have to make the most of everyday. Before I started college I had never gone to a Costco or a Starbucks and it’s the little things that I get to do every day that make me happy. College definitely exposes you to great opportunities and allows you to become who you want to be in life and you are always learning whether it’s in a classroom or not. I can say that starting college as a freshman has been an awesome experience because I am always doing or experiencing something new every day.

The main thing I have gotten out of my college experience thus far is a real understanding that interdisciplinary teamwork between all members of the healthcare team is key to successful patient outcomes. I have also learned that this paradigm is not nearly as widespread as one would think. I feel I will be on the cutting edge of increasing successful patient outcomes after finishing this program. I feel I will be as prepared as I possibly can be to deliver evidence-based care centered on the patient. This program will allow me to be the best nurse I can be and gives me the tools to allow me to expand my knowledge and skill set into the future to continue to increase my ability to provide my patients the best of care with the highest rate of successful outcomes through research, evidence-based practice, and culturally-aware patient interactions and communications.

The education i'm reciving is one of the gretest things i could've asked for! Going to college is going to jumpstart me into a great career and future.

My college experience has given me the opportunity to pursue many of my individual interests. All at once, I have been able to double major in Accounting and Finance, minor in both Economics and Mathematics, spend time outside hiking and snowboarding, as well as be an officer of my business fraternity, Phi Chi Theta. I've learned that despite the commuter atmosphere, my education is largely contingent upon what I make of it. While not immediately obvious, the opportunities are abundant; they just require a little searching. My experience has been invaluable for a multitude of reasons. Firstly, my school is a good financial investment. The tuition is low and this attracts a variety of students from different racial and socioeconomic backgrounds, making for a diverse community. Beyond the actual cost, however, attending this school has provided me with the opportunity to make low-consequence mistakes and learn from them. I think the education I've received also makes me a good candidate for graduate school, something I am positive I want to pursue. Certainly, there have been ups and downs, but my experience at this school has been positive and largely beneficial.