William Jewell College Top Questions

My college experience has taught me to not be quick to judge. The student body at William Jewell is very eccentric. I have learned that just because somebody is not like myself that it does not make them weird, different, or a worse citizen than me. This is a great value to me because I am able to open up and get to know people that I previously would have labeled as weird. I am able to network with people and make friends easier. My college experiences has also offered me the opportunity to be taught some of the smartest people. William Jewell prides itself in academics and has employed very bright professors. It has been valuable to me to learn from my professors experiences combined with my own experiences. My college experience has been extremely valuable from being able to not make quick judgements and learn from some of the smartest people.

I have always wanted to go to college, even when I was a little girl. However, after completing my first year, I have concluded that it has gone above and beyond what I ever imagined. I have made lifelong friendships with other students, professors, and faculty. They offer support and push me to do my best in all areas of my life. I am now able to study what I love to study and am passionate about. I have gained such a vast amount of knowledge in all areas of my life, not just my education. I have also gained an excitement for all of the possibilities waiting for me. I have so much to choose from and I now have confidence that I can do anything I set my mond to.

If I were to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to establish good study habits. In college it is easy to get distracted with friends and sports but the main reason for college is an education and in order to succeed, you have to earn your good grades. I believe that my habits may have slipped a little, but I have learned from that and have re-established good study habits.

A person needs to face the fact that their life will be changing. They need to start figuring out ways that will help them connect with their new school. A person should look into the different clubs and organization that are offered. Joining a group can be essential part in helping pull a person into the college community as well as building friendships that will support them throughout their education. New beliefs and ideas will also be presented to the person. The students need to keep their minds open to the fact that not everyone agrees with their morals, spiritual beliefs, etc. Although they may be different, people need to accept them for who they are. Through these experiences, a student will find out more about other people as well as themselves. These new concepts will help a person deal with the opportunities and relationships that they will encounter in the future.

The first piece of advice I would give myself is to breathe and just know that everything will be okay. Being able to cope with the amount of work that Jewell gives out is something that needs to be addressed. Also, to just open up and take in everything around you. There is so much that Jewell and the people here can offer and if I just opened myself up to them, this experience could be even more amazing. Also, to not go into accounting right off the bat. I would advise myself to be undecided until I knew for sure what it was that I wanted to do. That way I will have different outlooks on life and the college world. I would be able to make a better decision about which major to go into, that would fit who I am. I would also advise myself to go to Worship Jam more often. It brings me closer to God and I am with people that believe the same way I do. I wish I had started doing that earlier last semester. I would be closer with people in that group.

Go for it. You can do anything that you want to do. Don't be afraid to start a new hobby or join a club. Don't be afraid to be outgoing because you can make the best of friends during senior year. As much as you can feel alone, step out of your comfort zone and try new things. Let your friends, your counselors, and your teachers guide you to becoming the best person you can be, but don't lose yourself. Study hard and make the right choices. If there is a test the next day, don't go out. Study. If there is drinking and you are underage, please do not make the mistake of making a wrong decision. Remember your morals. First semester is hard academically and socially. Make great friends and good decisions and you will have the best first semester.

If I went back in time to talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell my younger self to avoid many things and to do other things. A few things I would tell myself to do would be to keep studying no matter what was going on and to socialize and be active the first year of school. Another thing I would tell myself to do would be to try out for the volleyball and cheerleading teams. A few things I would tell myself not to do would be procrastinating and underestimating my intelligence and opinions. If I were able to talk to my high school self I would hope that my advice would be well taken and that I would end up being a better student that does not worry about whether or not I will be able to get into graduate school to become an elementary school counselor.

I would tell myself to look at all options. Do not just settle for the first school that looks good. Get out there and look around at different schools to find your perfect match. Don't worry too much about what people think. Make new friends and surround yourself with people that make you better. Try new things because life is too short.

To be honest, this is the second time I have attempted college. The first time, I decided to leave because I found out I was pregnant. Now, I am a single mother, battle school and work all together. No pity party or judgement is needed. I work my hardest, and school means so much more to me than a lot of other students I come in contact with. By getting an education, I not only get to leave my dead-end job, but I get to provide for my daughter. Some advice that I would give to myself would be to perfect time management. Being scheduled and organized, it is VITAL! Next, I would remind myselft to be open to all opinions and kinds of people. The most original people usually provide the most refreshing look on life. These people will help you to be fearless with your own original thought. Finally, don't forget to pray. Know that God will never give you anything you cannot handle.

My advice would be to tell the parents and students that they can never visit too many schools. I would also suggest that both the parents and students work together in looking for scholarships and funding because it is important to do things together. Finally, I think it is important to find a school that has a great first-year experience for new students to the school. It really helps students adjust without having to deal with a lot of culture shock and mental stress.