University of Maryland-University College Top Questions

many of us college is the next step in their lives, it is a chance to earn more money and an opportunity to grow. As for me i am in my third year of college, I am the first generation college student. it was a wonderful experience, i learned how to work in a team, i explored diffrent cultures and grew as well as evolved to a well rounded adult. i think that everyone should have a college experience.

What I have gotten out of my college experience is that it is very beneficial to continue your education after high school because there are so many greater possibilities. I always knew that staying in school was the best thing to continue after high school but now that I am in the real world, I truly do see its benefits. It has been valuable for me to attend college because I want to better myself. I want to have a good name for myself and my children. I want to be a great example to my children and my family especially my younger brother and younger cousins. College has really helped me to remain focus, organized, goal oriented and open-minded. The value that college has for me is immense because to be able to survive in the world we live in now, having a degree not only proves something about yourself and what you are made of but it also helps you to stand out from the rest. I hope to one day be remembered for completing my college education, not only my bachelor's but my PhD. I believe if you're going to dream, dream BIG.

From my college experience, even if I'm still there I have gotten out with a lot of new knowlegde about everything such as the view of the world, knowlegde of course about my major that is computer science, the way to talk to people, to act , to look for a job, how to dress some particular places, etc... It is valuable to attend because it is changing my behavior the right way, and for me that's the most important point. Be a respectable person, and respect people, know who I am, what I want, where I'm going are being achieved because I went to college. From this experience, I will advise everyone who has not attented the college yet to go without hesitation.

I left my freshman college in 2009 after marriage and moved to Germany with my husband. Switching colleges made my freshman college experience seem easy. I have honestly had quite a few negative experiences with the current college I'm attending and I'm glad that this semester I am taking my final two classes (I only stayed because I already had transfer credit approval). I look forward to going back to my original college where I will experience the college life once more and finally graduate. The entire college experience has taught me to ask more questions, don't be afraid to keep calling, to think long and hard before I make decisions, and to consider who are my true friends. College made me grow up without you even realizing it at the time! I looked back to see that I had in fact matured. College also taught me real world qualities like multitasking, prioritizing, being a hard worker, among many other things. With the good times and the bad, I wouldn't change my college experience for the world.

Well so far I haven't had the pleasure of having a college experience. I started my family first. Now here I am 10 years later trying to do the "college experience" as a mother and Marine Corps wife. It's a rewarding experience to be successful as a Mom and a Wife but now I want to be a successful college student. I know I will do better now than I would of right out of high school because now I am more mature and I have a lot more to lose if I fail. I can't afford to fail. If I lose than my family loses and that is unacceptable to me. As an older college student I feel I will take the whole "college experience" more seriously than a young fresh out of high school kid. Not trying to be condescending just being truthful. If I get this scholarship it would be benefiting more than just one person, it would be benefiting a whole family. Thank you for taking the time to read and consider my request. I wish the best for whoever is reading these words. May God bless you and your family.

University of Maryland University College (UMUC) has taught me the foundation and advanced ways of managing simple and complex networks. I have learned how to manage different categories of projects in diverse industries. The faculty members are rich in industry experience and this has contributed immensely to my learning. As a graduate student of Telecommunications Management, I have an expert understanding of the concepts of Information and Communications Technology (ICT), as well as security and other threats that characterize ICT systems. The faculty members present the courses in ways that are easy to follow and understand, as well as providing courses that are valuable to the government, military, business, academia, etc.

I have learned to balance work, life and school. I have learned a broad spectrum of subjects, from computer science to marketing to mythology. My first two years allowed me to explore different subject areas and decide what interested me most and what type of career I wanted to persue. It has been extremely valuable to attend college because it's very difficult now to enter into any type of long-term career field without a degree. I am currently working in a dead end job and I am hoping that with a college education I can find a career that will be more more personally and financially rewarding.

College has made me realize that there is a life beyond Charles County Maryland. It has made me broaden my hopes and aspirations. I have created new dreams for myself that are larger than every imagined. I know it will be a lot of hard work, but it has helped to make me a hard worker. If I recieve my financial aid there is nothing left to hold me back and I will work my hardest to accomplish every dream I ever imagined. Perhaps I will even try medical school!

Because I am an Information Technology major, much of my career will be spent researching solutions, instead of being expected to know them on the spot. My college experience has taught me to think critically and logically, and has given me the tools I need to be able to research intelligently and apply that knowledge in the field.

My college experience at UMUC has helped me mature as an individual. Beginning in the Fall of 2008, I entered UMUC as a scared, young student unsure of my career path. Initially, I performed poorly academically and was required to work to support my education. I then began working as a receptionist, juggling loads at work and at school. As I was working to pay for my own classes, I began to recognize the importance of an education. I used the skills I had acquired, such as time management and prioritizing, and performed much better academically. Most importantly, I learned to appreciate the means of obtaining an education. Due to UMUC’s flexible class schedules, committed staff and payment programs, I am able to continue my education. With their resources, I hope to further my education, pursue my degree in Communications and find employment in my field. I feel that UMUC has literally been a second chance for me as I recognize that my future is not limited to working unfulfilling jobs. Instead, I have the opportunity and resources to pursue a meaningful career and through UMUC I fully intend to do so.

The most important attibute I have gained through my college experience is that love and appreciation of learning. College has taught me that there is always more to be learned. I can never achieve omniscience. Though this may be discouraging to some, it is anything but to me. I am encouraged that there is more to learn because this means I will never grow bored with life. Within the world is a wealth of knowledge waiting for me to discover!

The world went silent. Suddenly, that silence was shattered by the voices of everyone as they stood up. Our basketball team actually won! Two months before that victory, the school’s basketball team and I had a period of hard time. As a leader of liaison office in my school's student union, I was responsible for finding support for our basketball team for the upcoming match. After I was refused three times, an owner of a restaurant was finally moved by my determination and agreed to make a deal with me. He would offer us funds if the school’s basketball team wins the second place in the match. At that time, however, it was almost impossible to achieve the goal. So, I went to work. Striving to keep my part of the deal, I participated in the tough training plan. Cheerfully, due to the two-month hard work, we actually created a miracle. Every time I remind myself of those wonderful days, I smile at the appreciation and friendship that I earned from them. I learned that even the most challenging obstacle can be overcome as long as I work persistently and intelligently.

The thing I value most about my college experience has been the near limitless potential for acquiring knowledge. I feel I have been given an opportunity to stimulate my mind each day. There are always new academic challenges to face, and facing each one has been amazing. I’m grateful to have been able to come this far in my education, and I’m always looking forward to the next course I take, and the next educational avenue to be traveled. I’ve had many invaluable interactions with professors that work in their fields and teach as a passion. I’ve met forensic scientists, judges, wardens, states attorneys, death investigators, FBI agents, and more. Each one has offered unique expertise that continues to make learning an adventure. Further the knowledge I’ve gained from my college experience makes me more marketable upon entering my profession. The personal skills I’m continuously reinforcing each semester will benefit me in all my further endeavors. I’ve excelled in such disciplines as time management, resourcefulness, and research techniques. Skills I may have otherwise never honed. Knowledge is the asset I value most, and my education allowed me this most amazing intellectual property.

I literally grew up in college. It taught me the value of having a balance life with school and work. Also it thought me the value of friendship and team work as well as sharing knowledge and gaining knowledge. It taught me how to deal with the different personalities of people and how to deal with people and that is helping me at work now. Also during the college days, I learnt how to think outside the box. It also thought me that whatever I put my mind to I can achieve it and to always be the best at everything I do not mattter how small or big. Also it taught me that it's ok to make mistakes, correct them and move on and not dwell on them. You can learn from the past but the past does not define you. Also that laughter is the best medicine.

I have learned how to manage my time. With a husband and two children, I have learned to juggle my time so that I am able to get my assignments in and completed. I have also learned that the students, specifically at UMUC, are extremely helpful, which makes this experience wonderful. I can count on my classmates if I have a question about a specific assignment, as well as my professor, but the students are very helpful.

More than anything, I believe that establishing connections between students and faculty is very important. Have you ever heard of the saying " it's not about who you know but what you know" well, I beg to differ. I believe it is about both; If i did not know that it was about "who I knew" then I would not have mad the effort to know anyone at all. Networking is key when trying to establish your feet firmly in this world. I will remember to cherish everyone's relationship on whom I come in contact with, I will go to www.ratemyprofessor.com when registering for classes, and I will continue to inform the world with strategies I have learned in order to succeed in college.

My college experience has been outstanding at UMUC. All of my classes have been online so I have the convenience of attending class from another state. The faculty, staff and students have been outstanding in their knowledge and professionalism. Online classes provide the flexibility for me to continue to work full-time and to continue with my academic career. A college education is critical in this day and age as it helps with a broader background for employment. Not only does it provide specific knowledge to your field of work, but a better understanding in general. This general knowledge helps in the everyday tasks of a career and acts as experience towards a career in the field of study. Your learning and schooling will be part of you for the rest of your life and helps you become a better person. An education is priceless.

From my current college experience i learned the value of friendship, hardwork & dedication. I believe these 3 skills can be very valuable through life & are good personality traits. It has been very valuable for me to attend my college because i honestly cant afford to attend college, and my current school allows me to recieve an education for a low cost with transfer options.

College is a place where people dream to go. However, not everyone is fortunate to be able to obtain such an amazing experience. I consider myself truly lucky to have the opportunity to encounter the college life or, "the glory days." For me, what I have gotten out of my college experience is the meaning of life, and what it means to grow up and be independent. Attending college has shown me the value of working hard for something and the reward you get for the effort put into it. The college experience has also given me the chance to meet amazing people and life long friends. It has allowed me to establish myself and open my eyes to see who I really am. Not only has it given me this, but it has made my dreams possible. Without college I would not be able to get where I want to go in life. Being able to live the experience has showed me that there is so much more to life. By going to college, anything is possible. More than anything though, I have achieved a sense of pride; something nobody can take from me.

Mainly, I went to college to recieve a degree, which is necessary to get certain kinds of jobs. Overall, it has be valuable in helping with my professional career.