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My first year in college has been a whirlwind of changes. Beyond the freedom and independence, I have grown in so many ways that I never imagined or prepared myself for. I am growing as a student, questioning things I have never thought about and studying in areas I have never been exposed to. But more than anything, I am growing as an adult and a woman. Beyond the classroom, I have learned so much about myself and what it means to be a college student. Outside of the classroom, my values were tested from the very beginning; this new environment questioned the principles I had always lived by. I immediately had to reaffirm my beliefs, the values of my family and of my individuality. I was raised with the standard of hard work and accountability, and internalized this as I made my way through high school, but once I reached college and I was exposed to another way of life for the first time I couldn?t simply profess it. I realized that to make the most out of this experience, I would have to remain devoted to the diligence and conscientiousness that had helped get me this far.

The most valuable thing that I have gotten out of my college experience is the ability to breathe. Before, I was sort of known among my friends as "the spazz" because when the going got tough, I would freak out! I had, on several occasions, stressed myself to the point of illness. Aside from being dangerously unhealthy, it was seriously not fun! Going to college changed that for me. In college, I was surrounded by individuals, like myself, who were very focused on their academic success, but managed to do so without stressing themselves sick. Gaining the friends that I have now, and the clich? 20/20 vision of hindsight has taught me the invaluable lesson of just taking a moment to think. That one simple moment where you let all of the pieces come together in your mind. That simple moment where you just take the time to breathe.

I vaule that I have been able to develop my skills and transform myself into a leader on campus and within the community. I have been able to put my self in environments that have challenged my traditional ways of thinking and I have been able to evolve and become more well rounded in terms of realting to others and understanding their perspectives. I am grateful for the opportunity that I have been given by receiving an education from this University and am positive that it has opened many doors for me that I will be able to take advantage of upon graduation. I know that I will be better off in the future for having made the decision to attend college, and that is where additional value will be seen.

As a transfer student, The University of Denver has given me a completely new college experience. After my first year in college, I realized that there were many things that I wanted to change and add to my college career. The University of Denver (DU) has fufilled everything I seek from college. The campus of DU emits an infectious energy that you cannot find elsewhere. Everyone there is motivated, enthusiastic, and friendly. I imediately felt at home when I arrived there. Also DU values close attention to students and teachers learning together. In pursuit of a degree in Biological Science, I am able to research alongside my professors, and learn skills I will need in my later on career. DU encourages its students to be involved in the local and global community. It has offered me the chance for internships in the city of Denver, and study abroad programs in countless countries. Most importnatly, DU is my home away from home. I know when I walk onto campus, that I belong there. There is a place for everyone, and anyone at DU.

What I have gotten out of my college experence. I have gained new friends and have experienced a new life style. I have met many people from different cultures and gained new freindships. I have gained more knoledge that will help me out in my future career path. It has been valuable to me, in preparing me for furthering my education. What I have gained from my college experience to date has only gotten me so far, but futhering my education will get me even further in life. What I have gained from my experiences will be with me for life and look forward to making more and better memories.

My college experience has allowed me to prepare to provide for my family. My husband was currently laid off by the state just after we sold our house relocated for the new job. It really shocked our sytems and left me feeling incredibly helpless. We Have three young boys who are just the best things we could of ever had, I needed to educate myself to be employable and never have this helpless feeling again. I chose to enter the nursing field. I have had great interest in nursing but always thought I would enter school after my boys were all in Elementary school. I am a former EMT and Volunteer firefighter of four years. I know I will really enjoy a career in Nursing and will be able to support my family if my husband should ever be laid off again. So far I have completed the first year of the AS Nursing program at UAA. I have thouroughly enjoyed my schooling and am learning to juggle my families schedule with mine. We had to take out a school loan to pay for daycare and after school care that has really mounted up. It will all pay off.

This is my first year in college, and already I have learned how to be more responsible and still have fun. I currently live with my parents and use my mother's vehicle for transportation with the responsibilities of getting her to work and still make sure I get to school on time. In high school , teacher's are always trying to make sure that student's are in class and constantly giving the reminder to get homework done, but in college there is no one except me as a reminder. If I need help, it is my responsibility to get the help that I need. I also learned how to turn majority of my work in early, rather than the day of. When it comes to having fun, I still go to parties and hang with friends, but I make sure to make sure my school work is where it needs to be. With all the responsibilty, I find myself loving college. The experience allows me to make my own decisions in and out of school.

I have learned that it is important to always do your best and to be as involved as possible. It also because quite obvious that you needed to learn how to manage your time. I have had a lot of room to grow as a student here at the University of Denver. If there was ever something that I wanted to be a part of on campus, but it didn't exist, there was plenty of room and support to create the outlet I was seeking.

I have gained knowledge that will assist me in bettering my life.

My college experience has been nothing like I ever thought it would be. It has been scarier, harder, more fun and entertaining and gets better with each passing year. The invaluable knowledge, life skills and people skills I have a accquired will help me immensely with my art history and Italian degrees. Also haing my schools prestigious name linked with mine will give the opputrunity to go far with my career. DU has been an excellent place to grow an dlearn, and I am thrilled to see what the future has in store for me!!!