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My college experience is just beginning but already I can say that I have learned a lot about responsibility. Baylor University was my dream college and to be able to attend there I have to be wiling to pay for part of the expenses myself. My parents are unable to pay the full tuition and board but I am willing to make the sacrifices necessary to attend my dream college. I began working a part time job in February of this year while still a senior in High School to save money for this chance. Every penny of each paycheck has been put into a savings account for college. I plan to work during my stay at Baylor as well in order to make this dream a reality.

I've learned what kind of person I am here. I love to help people and I appreciate friends that have good senses of humor and know when to have fun and when to study. I know I have a tough road ahead of me still, but I've learned to accept the hard times and the good times all in good humor. I know that when I look back at my experience here that I'll know that this is where I became "me." My mother always taught me to be my own person and value my education because it will be the tool by which i forge my life with. And experiencing college life has helped me fully understand what it is she actually meant. I am my own person now, but I still have much to learn, and good ole BU, mom, and friends will be there to help me along the path that I've chosen.

I have gotten out of my time at Baylor,is life long friends and my future wife. I have also gained academic knowledge that is leading me successfully into the career i want.

Though college was very expensive, it was worth it because I learned a great deal and grew in my maturity and academic success. I became more outgoing, knowledgeable, and wise to different circumstances in life, and I believe that my time at Baylor was a stepping stone to greater aspects of my life. I was able to get a job right out of college as a teacher, and in this economy with the education profession, I was truly blessed to have my Baylor background. I loved meeting new people and joining a sorority of wonderful Christian girls, being a part of internships to work with high school students, and working with the community to do something greater for not just me but for others as well. My sense of worth grew, and my outlook on other cultures and groups of people grew as well. I wouldn't be who I am without the education I received at Baylor!

Entering college for the first time, I was extremely nervous yet anxious to start. Ever since the first time I stepped foot into college I have acquired a lot. My college experience has been hard at times but on the brighter side it has helped me to grow. I realized that this is a step closer to my future and I could no longer procrastinate, play around, and most importantly not give up. College has given me the strength to start a better life and to be successful for what may come in my future. This has been a valuable experience because I know that once I walk across the stage to graduate, I have accomplished my goals and dreams. Also, I will know that as I pursue a career in the pediatrics department I will help save children?s lives which I consider an awesome blessing. Choosing to go to college straight from high school was the best decision to make. I always stuck by the saying, ?you can never know enough, but you can always learn new things each day?. I will continue to learn and gain more knowledge during my college experience because it has been valuable.

College is not easy, especially if you just sit around your senior year of high school hoping everything will fall into place. I thought I had it all worked out; then out of nowhere I was back at zero. Taking a campus visit, reinforces your decision. Once there, I knew that this was my new home. Even though it was a 7 hour drive, everything felt right. Once there, I learned the importance of making friends. I met my future roommates at Line Camp, which took place over the summer. Since then, we've been inseparable. Friends lead to connections, simple as that. The more people you know, the better off you'll be. Now, I'm more outspoken. I express my opinions with my professors and classmates. What I'm trying to say is that, you won't come out the same person. College made me more social, optimistic, and responsible. I'm in charge of myself and make decisions for myself. There's no better feeling than that. Just take advantage of what's in front of you. A play, a game event, taco Tuesday's, or church under the bridge; you never know what could happen.

I have found that the professors at Baylor not only are experts in what they teach but also are capable of making the learning environment a fun and capitvating place that encourages students to learn more on their own aside from succeeding in class

So far my college experience has been enlightening. The thing that I have gotten out it is the idea that a post secondary education is a gift privilege that many students do not get to have. Many high school students do not get the chance to attend college for various reasons. My parents always encouraged me to get an education and take it seriously. Before I started school I just thought of college as another obligation I had. It was expected of me to go to college and get a degree. But when I started school, it wasn't quite what I expected. As the first half for the semester came to a close, it was time to register for classes for the spring. As I was registering for classes, I learned of classmates who could not register due to academic holds. Then some of my classmates would not be returning due to finances. I was fortunate enough to not have those problems, and because of that it opened my eyes. I do not think I could thank my parents enough for doing what they could to give me the chance to make a better life for myself.

I've learned more in college in the first semester than all four years of high school combined. More than just how to write a 12 page research paper or memorizing the entire period table of elements, I have learned how to deal with people who are nothing like me. One of the most important things moving away from home and living with all different types of people has taught me is how important good communication and respect is for successful relationships. When you share a room suddenly everything can't be about you anymore, like it has been for the past 18 years of life. It's a brutal realization. I had to learn to compromise and sacrifice. The value of knowing how to settle conflict like an adult is immeasurable because it is something that I will use for the rest of my life; in my career and hopefully in marriage. I believe becoming a "people person" will help immensilly when I am thrown into the real world one day.

I have experienced a great campus family and interesting classes. I've had as much help as I needed being advised in my school and career choices. I've experienced true happiness in learning and the school experience. I've actually enjoyed cafeteria food and realized that I don't want to move off campus. I've also discovered a love for all sports and supported wholeheartedly a football team that others laugh at . This experience has taught me valuable things about myself and others.