University of Toledo Top Questions

I have gained increased insight as to how the world works. I have learned about money management and being responsible for reaching my life and educational goals. I have learned that it would be impossible for me to have job security that my parents enjoyed unless I have a college degree as both of them do. I feel more enlightened and intellectually stimulated than if I had gone straight to the workforce. It has been valuable to attend college because of the self-confidence I have gained as well as the knowledge that I have gained that will help me in the future.

Although I am only a sophomore I feel that I am better prepared for the real world already because of my college experience. I came from a small town so when my eyes were opened to the diversity that UT brought to the table it was a culture shock for me. This may be more beneficial than the actual class work in a way. Millions of people will graduate with degrees; very few of those graduates will have the same people skills and exposure to different cultures that I will. I am a part of the Honor's Program here, and the experience I have gained from being involved with that has made my time worth while. Although it is harder at times than the average student, it has made me push myself and has allowed me to understand what I am capable of doing. I have nothing but good things to say about my advisor here, she has talked with me many times, even when she did not have to. That seems to be a rare event at other Universities and gives me one me reason to be satisfied with my choice.

My experience at The University of Toledo has been valuable in shaping who I am today. From here, I plan to attend a graduate school to earn my doctorate in physical therapy. As a freshman in college, I was unaware of how to study and take on the challenges of the intense curriculum. Ultimately, I improved my study habits resulting in Dean’s and President’s List recognition. I developed many skills necessary for succeeding in my future career as a co-captain of The University of Toledo Varsity Swimming team. Being a student-athlete requires time management skills, dedication, leadership, communication, and self motivation. These skills are imperative and relate to success in graduate school as well as in my future profession. My pre-professional experiences in Toledo were very diverse. This variety of interaction will aid me in my future studies and career in public health care. Because of the opportunities I have had at The University of Toledo, I know that I will be successful in graduate school and as a professional physical therapist.

College has been a wonderful experience for me. I have always been a very hard working student throughout my years in school, but college has greatly enhanced that trait. I learned that with the work being more advanced my work ethic needed to be as well. In the past I never really asked for help when I needed it, but I have gotten over that. In school I attend many study groups and speak with my professors regularly and I must say that it has helped me achieve great things so far in my college journey. Not only does college teach you lessons in which ever subject you are studying, but it also teaches lessons in life. I have learned that no matter how independent of a person you may be everyone needs help sometimes. I have grown to be a helping hand to new friends at school and have also befriended some very influential people. With my new knowledge, life lessons, and helpful friends I look forward to continuing my college experience and reaching my lifelong goals.

Even though I haven't actually attended the University of Toledo, Ohio, I can say with certainty that attending would be a wonderful and knowledgeable experience. My experience attending college I before has been eye-opening and I look forward to the challenges that I would face in the coming years.

Though out my college experience I found who I am and what I am passionate about. I have become career driven and learned to truly appreciate my education when there was a time that I thought that I could not afford to stay a student here. As a first generation college student I am proud of what I have accomplished and who I am. Because I work and am a full time student, I have learned that balance, priorities, and my future is my focus. I am extremely goal oriented now that I have discovered who I am and where I want to be. Art and my professors have instilled in me passion and purpose. I discovered a voice which is my own; a voice that I can practice my freedom of speech through whichever medium I choose. With this I believe that I can and will contribute to the culture of my society.

I have gained more knowlege to help me better my education. Also I have been helped to graduate in the field that interst me and I am given the ability to provide for my family in the future.

This answer relates back to the first question I answered. I am currently enrolled as a non-traditional student, meaning I'm a full-time working adult, attending classes. Looking back to 20 years ago when I first graduated with a Associates Degree, I've realized how immature I was at the time. Now, I have a completely different outlook on school and what it can provide for my future. Then, college was something I had to do, now college is something I'm excited to do. This outlook has made all the difference in what I'm getting out of my education.

At first I was in the process of obtaining my license in cosmetology. I am still going after that. Durning my school training, I had become pregnant with my beautiful son born in april of 2010. He changed my life completely and I could never be more greatful for him doing so. Now my views on life and success changed. The cosmetology school had been the only only school I have attended outside of high school. I learned truely how to depend on yourself throughout that course. A teacher, parent, friend, or admissistrator cannot always push you along. Between a cosmo. course and my son arriving, I now have a great head on my shoulders. I now have views of having a stable career and an income to support my son. It is amazing how much a lil surprise can turn your once parting care free ways around to becoming a responsible adult. I value education. I believe an education can place your very far in life. There is not a second thought in my mind about recieving an education. An education is my chance to better our lives.

The experience one gains from being in college can not be compared to anything else. From being in college, I have learned to budget my money and also learned to budget my time. I was one of those students everyone hated in highschool. I didnt ever take notes, always slacked off in class but some how always did really well on my class work. When I began college I quickly realized that I will not be able to continue these habits. I learned quickly how to budget my time and apply myself to my work. When I began college I started appreciating my work I put forth into my class work. I now appreciate the effort my parents adn teachers put into my childhood and I now feel that that was the greatest gift of all.