University of Northern Iowa Top Questions

I have gained a lot more knowledge through my college experience, instead of learning about the same subject in Highschool the transition I made to college led me to more intrest in the classes that I have tooken in my college courses. Unlike the Highschool courses, college is flexible and I feel independent with just have a couple classes a day and then going home to study. The transition made helped me feel more grown up and instead of being tied down and being told what to do by the teachers in highschool, the professors in the college courses made it easier for me to help fit in with the class and I can be on the same pace as everyone else. It has been valuable for me to attend college, without my college experiece I wouldn't know what to do with my life. The experience helped me choose a major that I would like to pursue without having second thoughts about what to do with my life. College has helped me out with getting my life straightned out and what dreams I want to pursue to become sucessful without college I would be where I am today.

I have gained a new prospective on how I view other people and how other people view me. I have become more open and understanding of people who are different from me.

I have only been in college for a couple of months. However I have already learned a lot. I have learned that real life is a lot different than the dramatic occurences of high school. It is much easier to find purpose and do something beneficial with your life in college. There are many student groups that do great things for the community and want to change the world for the better. This has been the biggest difference to me from high school to college and it is a valueable difference to me.

College makes you really open your eyes to problems faced in the world. Your professors help you see the world beyond just your town or high school. They always try to bring in news so that you are up to dat in the world. This can be valuable for many reasons., but I would say the main reason would be that it shows you how to look at the world with a less biased perspective. You always have a chance to debate intellectuals who may feel differently than you on a subject. This is a rare thing to see in any high school campus, and is by far my favorite part of college.

I have come to appreciate the differences in background and experience that a diverse campus student body allows you to gain exposure to. Students share themselves and take away a bit from everyone they meet at college, which is probably why studies find that the college educated tend to be more tolerant and open to different cultures and ideas. I realize that I have so much more to learn about my future profession, about people in general and about the world. I have learned to listen more to the ideas of others and to re-evaluate my own ideas and prejudices in light of what I learn from others. College really will be the be the best 4 years of my life!

I became a better student and appreciated a higher education. Unluck high school, the students at college are committed to improving themselves. I also found the instructors to have a dedication to each student and their overall success. I liked the variety of class choices. For instances, I had never had a course in sociology before and was surprised at how interested I was in something different. College gives so many opportunites to see different areas of interest that might be a better match for a career.

Attending The University of Northern Iowa has opened many doors for me. Recently, the Dalai Lama visited my university and opened my eyes to a whole new way of seeing the world. After his visit, I added an Ethics minor to my four year plan because he inspired me to look more closely at my place in the world and what I can do to make the world a better place. Had I not been able to obtain free tickets to this even for being a student at the university, I probably would not have attended. My university also offers dual enrollment through the high school I attended, allowing me to begin my college education long before it was my time. By the time I turn 17, I will have 36 credit hours under my belt and will be well on my way to becoming a doctor. I am very grateful to my high school and the university for allowing me that opportunity.

I have gained much insight on life and my area of study. I feel more prepared to enter the work force.

Through my college experience, I have made life-long friends and gained enough knowledge to last a lifetime. I've learned to experience life on my own without the supervision of parents. I have made mistakes but also learned from them. The experiences I have had at college have allowed me to have a new perspective on life. I have learned that there is a big world out there full of opportunities for people who have the dedication to succeed. I will never forget the struggles I have had through college or the achievements I accomplished. College is an experience that allows everyone to grow in their own way. A place for students to find themselves. During my college experience, I learn to be a good friend, student, and worker.

I am a shy person and it has always been hard for me to meet new people. I keep to myself and knew that coming to college would be a new experience. Coming here has helped me to come out of my comfort zone, but it has been a wonderful experience. Getting involved in various groups on campus and classes have helped me to interact with more people and have a more fulfilled college experience. It was hard to be out on my own for the first time in my life, but I have matured and learned so much this year. Not only do I now know how to do my laundry and do the dishes, but I also have learned some life lessons. I know how to plan my time, work with a diverse group of people, and meet new friends.