University of St Thomas-Saint Paul Top Questions

Since I have attended college I have experienced a sense of accomplishment that I haven't felt from anything else that I have done. This semester I tested out of one of English classes and my writing professor put in a request for me to be in the honor programs. This has helped me believe in myself and makes me realize that I can do anything as long as I put my full effort into it. I believe that the reason I have done so well is because I attended all my classes everyday and did not miss one class. Attending classes is so important. Attending classes is the most efficient and fastest way to acquire expertise from your professors. This semester I have seen friends that have decided not to go to class, and their grades have slipped. Also my friends that dont go to class depend on others to copy homework and notes from that day, but if you dont do it yourself in the first place then you will not learn anything.

Out of my college experience here at St. Thomas, I have learned to be my own individual. Back home, I counted on my parents to help me a lot, but here I've learned how to live on my own and become my own person. I have become more independent and that is good because I can't rely on others forever. Going to St. Thomas has made me value my education more, especially since it is not cheap at all to attend. I make sure I am in every class and are keeping up with my school work since I do not want to be wasting money. I am glad I choose to attend this school over one back in Iowa because I feel the workforce up her has much more variety and I know St. Thomas has good career placement. I think after my four years at St. Thomas I won't regret it.

college has been a great experience. So far i have been at a 2 year community college but will be at a 4 year college in the fall and i have learned a lot. i'm learning things about my major and what i can do with it when i graduate but college has also been important in my growth has a human. I am learning how to be in the real world without completely being on my own yet, it has been great practice. I have mature a lot and have realized just how important getting a college degree really is, without it i would not have nearly the job opporunites i will have. college has been great i have learned tons about myself like what i am capable of doing and lots to help with my future amazing job i plan on having.

My college experience has given me the tools needed to suceed as a individual in the competitive business world after graduation. The education I have acquired, the professors that taught my classes, and the overall mission of the school has lead to this experience. I believe the education that I acquired from the University of St Thomas is an education that is top notch due the experiences in the classroom. The professors that teach these classes give to this experience due to their knowledge and expertise on the subject. What they demand from the students is nothing else but challenging. This coupled with the ethical standards that the catholic mission statement has incorporated leads to an experience that will last a lifetime. This experience is valuable because not only do I believe that only St Thomas can offer this type of experience, but is a unique one that has been acquried by me.

I have always had a belief in furthering my education. I believe that you can better your life if you educate yourself. I started college right after the first summer after graduating High School. I graduated High School with honors and I wanted to try and keep that going throughout college. College for me was an experience that I won't ever forget. I liked learning more in depth about subjects that they only touch on in High School and also having the opportunity to learn things that was not available in High School. I tried to take advantage of study groups for the extra study but also get to know more people from all over. I also took advantage of the extra groups and activities that they had available for us. Again the experience they offered for me helped me to be able to conquer what I will face in the world today. I am looking forward to expanding my knowledge more, to go back to school again.

The thing that I have noticed about myself during my short experience with college so far is how much I have grown up. In high school we all were very immature and dependent on our parents for everything. But here at college I have learned how to make it on my own with my friends and not as much my family. Even though I still love acting immature and childish at times, I have learned when and where it is appropriate to act that way.

Don't worry about school being so much harder than high school. It is very stressful at times, but all the fun times and opportunities are totally worth the work!

I was home schooled through high school and so had a lot of private teaching time. I was very worried about going to college and being on my own. What I discovered was that the professors at my college are concerned about my success and willing to help. So I would advise high school students to be dilligent in their selection process, then stop worrying about it. You will find good people to hang with and professors who care.

Take a deep breath. Then, let it all out. Alright, now we can talk about college. The most important thing is that you feel comfortable. School should be a second home to you, and that is your responsibility. Be yourself, always. People will accept you for who you are, not for who you pretend to be. During the first month, attend every event you can, do not be afraid to introduce yourself to someone, try new things, and make sure you attend class. Believe it or not, Dad is right; work when you have to, play when you can. It's a great philosophy. You will have a lot of freetime, but keeping up with classes is hard work. You will find a balance. Your friends from high school are in the same boat as you, so keep them close because they will always be there for you. Stay in touch with your family. Get involved in a little bit of everything. Explore the area, you will feel safer. Walk to each class before your first day. That way, you will not get lost. I promise it is not as scary as it seems. Good luck. You'll do great!

I would tell myself, "You found your passion with your faith a long time ago learn to realize that it is truly your passion and seek it full out! Look for ways you can provide yourself a more useful way of finding scholarships and ways to continue the education that I am getting now. Open your heart to what you love and never stop looking for it because one day when your alot older you will look back at this time and know, you sought after all that you desired to do and you did all that you could to gain it. Never stop striving for the top because you will achieve it one way or another. Have the burning fire that your faith provides you and use it to strive for perfection. Take what comes out you, bad or good, and use it to make it an amazing experience in your life that others can use as well as yourself. You can do it, strive for what you love to do and never look back but always look forward."