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The first day of college was a complete nightmare. I wanted to head straight back into high school. People looked at me with disdain as I mumbled that I lived "off-campus", and that I lived in San Francisco. No one wanted to befriend me, the loser who lived with her parents. Even my professors seemed distant and unfriendly. To be blunt, I disliked college with a burning passion. But after those first few weeks of torture, I slowly began to ignore the unjustice being served to me. Instead, I went and seeked better friends - friends who wouldn't judge me based on where I lived. I researched my professors for next semester, so that I'll have a more enjoyable experience in college. I still currently live in my identity crisis: What am I going to do in life? I was so confident as a senior in high school - now I feel like a nobody. College life is extremely valuable though. It's a time where you do try to find yourself, a time to decipher who's going to be your life-long friends, and mostly how to handle problems by yourself. USF offers all these opportunities.

Alot of people experience alot of things when they start something new or are about to end something. For me my experiences have lead me to believe that i can finally become someone. I learned so many things that i didn't know i could have done before. Some of the subjects i didn't like in highschool became some of my favorite subjects in college. I learned that in real world you have to try at your max and even better to achieve the goals you set for yourself. I learned that you have to stand on your feet to get anywhere and not always ask for support. It has been valuable to me because with all these experiences and new learnings that i will use in future all come from college. It is of a great value to attend college because with the same education you are trying hard in is going to get you somewhere in life in your future. I want my future to be bright so i am trying my hardest and i will always try as much as possible to accuire more education.

What I have received from my college experience is quite fascinating. I transitioned my mentality from relying on my peers and family to remind me to do things that are essential for me, to becoming independent and self motivated. I learned that self motivation is essesntial in college. That motivation is what for me, allows me to do my assignments,projects, and even put the effort to study for my exams and classes. The college experience is one the best experiences one can have and I believe the time I have spent in it has been valuable because I am actually doing something with my life that will pay off in the very near future.

What I have gotton out of my college experience is to connect with different people of my age and major. It was valuable to attend college because you learn more than just school and educational things like math, english, and your major. But you also learn about social interactions and learning how to get out of your comfort zone. And that is what college does to you.

One of the most important things that I have gotten out of college is truly finding out who I am, and what I love to do. I came to realize that I love what I am studying and I can see myself studying for many more years to come. Not only studying but I have taken various activties and leadership positions. I truly do love to study and further my education and my knowledge. I want to be the very best I can be. I think it is vauable for me to continue attending to in order for me to continue to learn more about myself and my education. I want prove something to myself and show myself that even though it can be very difficult and points in time I can make it through. I have definitely gained a strong mentality for being on my own and working hard each day to make it through the different struggles in my life.

The University of San Francisco (USF) intends to "educate minds and hearts to change the world." Not only have I received a physics education, I've gained perspective of the struggles that others go through in this world. For instance, I had no knowledge of the struggles that many go through in prison; however, I was able to study the prison system and how it works in one of my classes. With my knowledge now, I feel that I'll be able to use my technical skills and contribute in making society a better place for future generations. USF has taught me that life isn?t about fame or fortune, but how I can shape the future for the rest of the world. The United States is the wealthiest nation in the world, and I wanted to optimist every resource it has in order to make not only itself better, but other countries as well. Two years ago, I would?ve only thought about getting just a job after graduation would mean success; however, I?ve solely believe that making the world a better place will define my success.

The one thing that I have gotten out of college is that even though it is sometimes overwhelming and I am stressed out it still makes me feel good to know that I am the future and I can do it all with a degree in anything I love and its vaulable to me because I know that somebody would kill to be in my position so I have to take advantage of it while I got it and Im not going to just let this oputunaty pass me by. Im luck and I wouldnt give it up for the would.

In my college experince I got alot to learn about my self and many things that i can improve my education. I learn that there is many open doors that a student can go to study and the school is more challenging and important. By taken any course you like, you will make a difference in the real world. The valuable of attending to college is that you get an opportunity to continue your education for far there more. Also, it is more helpful in your highest education.

Just as I was used to living inside the High school campus, I was used to being spoon fed with all the requirements' deadlines and teachers' pity to us, the students. Because of that, I thought of college as an earthly hell. I did not know what to expect, knowing that college is a world where in decision making- everything is for you to decide. I still remember the first day I stepped inside my college, my knees were shaking, my eyes were dazzling all over the place, and my palms were constantly sweating. But when entered the room, everything seemed to be alright. I realized that college was the closest thing to the real-world scenario- I felt very independent! College to me is very valuable to attend, because It prepares you to situations you thought you could never deal with, it is like an 'all purpose glue'- it is made up in one, for everything you need. I learned how to value my money, through FAFSA's blessed aid, to value education as one of the most important requirements in life, and to use time sufficiently. School is definitely my second home.

I have gained a sense of purpose, confidence, and direction. Returning to school was a gigantic step for my family and me. My time with family has been the hardest sacrifice; however, there is a means to an end. Though it has been the hardest thing I have ever had to do, I wouldn?t change it for the world. There are times, I wish I would have graduated college before starting a family; other times though, I am grateful for waiting. I have a purpose now in life can truly appreciate and be thankful for having the opportunity for advancement. Now more than ever, I understand the value of a good solid foundation. Once I complete the course of study and pass the NCLEX, my career will be a life?s profession.