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I would tell myself to be more attentive in looking at many different schools and do not push off things till the end. I look back and tell my self I could have been in graduate school by now, messing around in school the first years with dropping classes because i didn't feel like studying was not such a great Idea. I wish I could have stayed more focused and and stayed on track with my first years. this is my 5th year in college and I transfered to a university finally but I had to start as a sophmore. Just keep working hard and never say never!

If I could give advice to my younger self I would tell her to take that career development course the first semester instead of only taking gen eds. I would also tell her to be more open to trying new things and exploring more in both academics and clubs. Being a commuter it can be hard to meet new people since it’s mostly just show up for class and then leave when it’s over but it’s OK to stick around and see what’s exciting. College is considered the best time of a young persons life and just because someone is a communter doesn't mean they have to miss out on all the events going on or meeting new people.

When I entered college, I was an ignorant individual who thought they knew nearly everything there was to know about the world and life. The more time I have spent in college, the more I have learned, and the more I have realized that I know next to nothing. Attending school has shown me how large the world is and has invested in me the strong urge to learn and grow. The academics have been rigorous and challenging, but the amount that I have matured has given me immense dedication to continuing my education even after I graduate. College has also given me career goals and a strong appreciation for other cultures and ways and walks of life. I came to the Chicago area from a small town with a 93{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} white population. The experience that I have had here has opened my eyes to diversity. Overall, my experience at Judson University has been invaluable to my future, education, and understanding of the world.

My college experience has been life changing in that it has helped develop me into an adult as well as open doors for the future. I feel like a part of the campus and it is hard having to choose to attend or not just because it is expensive and I may not be able to pay. I feel so attached and a part of what is going on around the campus. Dorm life has opened me to new people and new experiences that I would not have ever been a part of. Look through my last two years I know I will be prepared for whatever life has for me after college. I have a strong faith to build on, a strong family, great friends, and a solid college education to begin a career with.

Judson University has been a very tough trial and I am unsure how I will be able to pay for the next two years.

My college experience has played a large part in shaping the person I am becoming. The thrill of excelling in my academics is so unlike anything else I have experienced thus far. I thrive on learning the truths of the past and present in hopes that I may apply this knowledge to my own future. My college experience, thus far, has equipped me with the tools I rely on to make great discoveries and grave decisions. I feel that perhaps the greatest thing you can master in college is not so much the material alone, but the ability to use it to your advantage as you face the things life will undoubtedly throw your way. The gems of wisdom that my instructors have so graciously bestowed upon me have become interwoven with my existence, and have shaped my view of politics, economics, art, and religion, among others. These magnificent gems are of tremendous value and worth to me because they greatly aid me in making proper and informed decisions. I am greatly anticipating the remaining years of my college career, the opportunity to study abroad, and the influence the aforementioned will have on my character.

The more I learn, the more I realize how much there is to learn. If I could go back to being a senior in high school, I would tell myself to enjoy the college experience. There are inevitable frustrations like financial burdens, etc. that will never go away, but don?t allow that to be what you take with you. Spend time with your professors, asking lots of questions. You can learn a lot from their personal experience and they are great references for you in the real world. Prioritize your time wisely, choosing to be involved with your school career. I wish I could go back and re-read all of those old English assignments and re-learn the things that I only learned ?enough just to get by.? Knowledge is something that can never be taken from you, so acquire as much of it as you can. Also, remember to have fun and invest in relationships. Study groups are a wonderful way to be connected in a valued community, as well as being held accountable to your studies. Most of all, believe in yourself and your dreams because they can come true.

As a returning adult, college means so much more to me than it did when I was right out of high school. There is more of a drive and push to be and do the best I can. I take things more seriously than I did before. I feel as if I have much more experience than those who are just entering college from high school. Being that I worked for many years before going back to school has given me great experience in my field of study. Attending a christian unversity has helped me grow in my walk with Christ, and has given me the confidence I need to be able to succeed in life.

Believe in yourself, stay focused and contuine on with your education. Keep you nose to the grind stone and you will achieve great success. Great achievements involve great risks.

It is important to find a College or University where education, athletic/physical health, social, and spiritual goals can be pursued. Many schools can offer the desired degree, and several schools can also satisfy the athletic/physical health and social desires, but finding the school that successfully accommodates the spiritual/faith goal best can be the greatest challenge. So many schools are vying to offer good classes and activities, and while those are very important to campus life and educational growth, there should also be a focus toward personal development; not only academically and socially, but also spiritually. Unfortunately, it seems like this spiritual goal is neglected by both schools and students alike, but nevertheless, there should be a higher priority to find a school where spiritual/faith goals can be pursued. In regards to college experience, students should be making the most of diverse classes and activities. Again, the core to finding one's purpose and intended area of study and career should be through spiritually connecting with the God who calls and gifts each person differently and magnificently. Opportunities are available and should be utilized collectively for overall educational, physical, social, and spiritual growth.