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While having attended the University of Florida for the past two years I have received many postive expereinces. Being away from home in a large school environment has forced me to become independent in not only the way I live but in my studies as well. Even though the large class sizes at times can be overwhelming, most classes I have taken have had smaller classes accompanying them. I love the advisors and people in my personal college, the College of Business Administration. They have given me amazing advice and have facilitated my search in finding an amazing internship during the summer. I have been able to join clubs and seek certain organizations to build networking and to give me help in my future career. My experience has been amazing so far and I can only hope for it to get better.

So far in my college experience I have gained a new sense of confidence. I feel great that I have started my eduacation that will improve my life in so many ways. I have learned many of the aspects of obtaining a degree in college these days. I attend on online program for my associates degree in accounting. I have learned many aspects of accounting that I did not know and how to navigate my virtual campus to get all my information and resources that I need to complete my classes. The further I get into the program the more convinced I am that I've made the right choices of school, degree and timing. The personal growth just this far into my program has been priceless.

In college I was able to get out of my comfort zone and try new things as well as meet new people. And even though not all my endeavors have resulted in me coming out unscathed, the experience helps to make be become a better and more well rounded person. Before I came to college at the University of Florida, I was extremely shy and though, I am intelligent, I had problems speaking publicly or with strangers. Now I am able to participate in discussions in my Political Science classes and I have made a variety of new friends both from within the country to places as far as Japan. Being here has helped me to discover a side of myself that I did not even know existed.

My college experience has been very rewarding experience. I?ve been able to broaden my understanding of many subjects and improved my ability to think critically, applying what I have learned to real world problems. I?ve also been able to better express my opinion. I?ve learned so much from my professors and peers. College is where you gain skills which make it so valuable. My professors have been so kind and understanding which makes the experience even better. They were always there after class so patient with my questions. I feel that if I had not attended college I wouldn?t have the understanding and skills that I now possess.

My college experience so far has been invaluable. I have had the opportunity to further my education in hopes of one day being able to make it on my own in life. I have two younger brother who both hope to attend college one day and receiving this scholarship would allow my parents to put money they would have had to spend on me into accounts for both of them. The education I have received so far has been an extremely valuable experience, not only because I have learned so much, but because I have become more of who I want to be. Higher education is an experience I hope everyone would get the opportunity to take part in. It can do so much for a person's life and future. I would rate going to college as one of the most imortant things I have done in my life so far. Without college I would probably be working two jobs just to make enough money to get through life. I sincerely wish to furhter my education and to get a good start when I am out on my own.

I would first like to start by saying it's been a wonderful experience. I am currently a freshman and I'm pursuing a career as a Registered Nurse. I have always been told that school is the easiest thing I could do in life, well I didnt believe it until now. Going to school has so many advantages. Jobs in today's economy are hard to come by without a degree of some kind. College is tuff but if you didnt take the first step and try, you wouldnt be anywhere in life. People fail in some subjects but I have learned since starting if your strugling there are so many options available to you that can help you to keep your GPA up so you don't fail. I currently am trying to get into the nursing program its such a hard thing to get acceptaded into because nurses are in such high demand but I have to keep trying and I know in the end it will all pay off and I can be proud of myself and the things I have done. I would be the first to graduate in the family with a degree.

College has allowed me a path to pursue greater income and a more satisfactory life style. My education as a whole has taught me more how to open my mind to new perceptions and experiences without fear and to continue to always pursue and expand my knowledge .

Education is the most valuable asset to possess. In high school, I had struggled with domestic abuse from my three parents. My life was not stable, and I had great grades, but I was coerced to transfer to three high schools during the middle of the year. This limited my eligibility for college because relocating in the middle of the school year caused me to lose many credits. Senior year, I was told that I would have to spend another year in high school. Instead, I withdrew from school in May 2008, completed my GED within 2 weeks of withdrawing, and pursued community college in the Fall. Since September 2008, I have struggled through even more abuse, and in November 2009 there was an incident where the police were involved. My father had hit me, suffocated and choked me. I left my house the same weekend, and became homeless and unemployed. I slept on couches and floors, wherever I could. In the Spring 2010, I registered as a full-time student majoring in psychology. The goal of my entire college education is to help contribute to the need of mental health victims, and promote awareness of global psychological advancements.

Most students cannot wait to leave the house and join the ranks of freshmen in dorms all over the country. They have seen countless movies that depict the college experience as this wild party. College is portrayed as a time for education, reinvention, and exploration; it is a student?s first real taste of freedom. I was not one of those lucky students. Instead of the traditional college experience, I had to start working right out of high school and did not have the privilege of starting college until I was 27. The experience that I am having is unlike most of my peers at school but I find that being an older student in college has added to my fulfillment in college. College has provided me with a creative and mental outlet. It has provided me with the opportunity to work in chemistry labs and challenge myself academically. Every day I enjoy meeting new professors who all offer me different insights into life. For me college has been the best years of my life because it is the key to unlocking all my potential. Through college I have been able to experience possibility and this is an invaluable gift.

I can honestly say that I made the most of my undergraduate experience and because of it, those four years have been the greatest four years of my life thus far. From the spring semester of my freshman year until I graduated I worked part time at a variety of different jobs, and even worked full time my senior year. I volunteered weekly at my church and within my community doing everything from kid?s carnivals to clothing and food drives for the homeless and migrant. I got very involved in extracurricular activities, acquiring remarkable leadership positions all over campus. During my junior year I became one of the 10 Gubernatorial Fellows for the state of Florida because of my dedication to public service and worked for both Governor Jeb Bush and Governor Charlie Christ working on a special project through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and the highlight of my undergraduate experience, I studied abroad in China for a semester learning about the Chinese culture and working on perfecting my Mandarin language skills. I learned so much about myself and about the world those four years and most importantly made friends and memories that will never leave me.

As of now I am just enrolled but just from research on the school itself and the after program activities I learned that it would be a great opportunity to attend and complete the program and I see myself in this program or career for a duration of my life and hopefully it will all work out great.

My college experience has provided me not only with knowledge but also with a new level of thinking and different ways of looking at the world. College life has taught me to be independent and become a responsible adult in this ever-changing world by having to manage classes, stress, work, and financial difficulties simultaneously. Going to college is not only about the job you are planning to get, or how much money you are going to make; it's about becoming a cultured person, learning to think critically and seeking solutions to problems, understanding how the world works and learning how that you can make a difference. Attending college will give you something that no one can ever take away from you and the four years of hard work is definitely worth the benefit.

The most valuable experience I've gotten from college is to believe in yourself and to know anything is possible as long as you stay focused and determined.

My college experience has helped me to discover new career paths and learn what my true passions are. I am able to take diverse classes and join a range of clubs that help me to learn more about my exisiting interests and to spark new ones. Had I not attended this University, I would not have been able to take an African language for my general education and learn that I have a passion for the culture and history of the groups on this diverse continent. It has impacted my future career goals and I believe that I will be able to make a differnce and enjoy my future. I have also learned that I am capable of growth as a person. It has helped me to realize my weaknesses and has given me opportunities to overcome them as well as ways to use the strengths that I have. If I did not have this experience I would not know very much about myself and I would be much more ignorant about the world around me.

Rewind to senior year of high school. I still remember staring at the dozen applications strewn across the kitchen table. Represented on those sheets of paper were small liberal arts schools, large private colleges, and public universities. Overwhelmed, I asked myself a simple question: What do I want out of college? After much deliberation, I chose the University of Florida for it's respected academics, affordability, profusion of school spirit, warm weather, and diverse student body. It was the best choice I have ever made. Within my first six months at UF I have made friends from every background who have shared with me their cultures, stories, and interests. I volunteered at the on-campus art museum, which led me to my first internship. Florida Alternative Breaks, a student-led service organization, opened my eyes during a trip exploring the lives and rights of migrant farm workers. I have earned an officer's position in the Student Investment Club. Every interest I have been able to pursue, and now I truly feel as though I am making a difference on campus. UF has become home to me, and there is nowhere else I would rather be.

For myself college is the gateway to my future. I have come to understand how and what I do in college will effect me in the long run. School has become such an importnant part of me recently and I am willing to fully take on any challenge thrown my way. With my parents struggeling to pay for my school and all the neccessities that go with going away to school, I need to find a way to help pay for somethings. Without enough money, I will not get a proper education which can be a huge downfall towards my carreer in the future. No one from my immediate family has graduated from college and I know with hard work and determination, and hopefully the help of scholarships, I will be the first in my family to graduate.

I thank my college experience for opening my eyes to the diverse world that surrounds me. It wasn't until I came to college that I was able to become more educated about national issues and foreign issues that are many times overshadowed by the bigger problems around the world. I also thank my college experience for permitting me to become proactive about these issues. Thanks to the many organizations on campus a regular student like myself is able to join a group of people united for one same cause.

Dear High School Erin, I know you are anxious about which colleges will be accepting you, especially the University of Florida. Do not be overly concerned and believe in all the hard work you put into high school. As the AP and dual enrollment classes remain difficult, just keep pressing on until the end. In college, you will be ahead of the game after receiving these credits. Upon arrival at UF, you will be overwhelmed. However, confusion regarding courses and bus schedules will not last forever. Your first relationship is going to be more complicated than imagined, but you need to find that balance between friends, boyfriends and school work. Living with room mates will be quite an experience. However, when you have problems with them, confront them. Pretending like nothing happened will only encourage worse situations in the future. Although you will love some classes, you will despise others. Both types of settings are advantageous to you, so try to appreciate what you are gaining from them. Overall, make sure you enter college with an open mind. Once you have, countless adventures will come your way. Good Luck, College Erin P.S. Try Mochi Frozen Yogurt! It's delicious!

As a sophomore, I read "Eat Pray Love." This book was written by Elizabeth Gilbert after experiencing a rough divorce. In her book, Gilbert was given the advice, ?One must always be prepared for riotous and endless waves of transformation.? Although Gilbert speaks as a new divorcee, it rings true even in college. Change is part of life, but we have the ability to make it worthwhile. I quickly realized that university was different than high school. The club meetings weren?t spoon-fed nor the friendships forced. Everything was harder. At first, I was very uncomfortable with this change. I couldn?t stand the environment I was in. But, when I put myself out there and embraced it, it was very rewarding. I tried new things, met new people, and even developed some great habits. Change can be good or bad. College is quite scary to the untrained eye. The experience of attending college has the power to change anybody. However, you have the power to make your transformation worthwhile. Step out of your comfort zone and experience new things. As long as you are willing to surf your wave, you?ll never have to worry about wiping out.

There are many different types of people, many unique shades of personalities present upon this Earth. In this world, we each experience different jouneys, we grow, we laugh, we love, and throughout it all we live. Each of us does this in our own style, our own way. Although varied, the experiences we obtain throughout college make us what we are. I dislike surprises, so if given a time travel machine, there would be many warnings i would give myself as a high school senior. I would reinforce that life is but a vapor. I would warn myself to not fear personal growth. To enjoy the finer moments within the college experience, such as the coffee breaks, the day you skip to go to the concert, even the lackluster proffessor. I would warn myself that the pain of losing old friends because of distance or different lifestyles is keen, however the joy of making new, meaningful friendships is sweet. Above all i would tell myself to find me. The person i want to be. Try actvities you wouldnt have. Discover your boundares, and embrace your weaknesses as positives. Find who you are and become what you are meant to be.