Lakeland University Top Questions

College is a great experience and is not as scary as people make it seem. As long as you keep your mind focused on your education, your goals and your dreams, you will be successful in all that you do. Don't ever be afraid to ask for assistance when you need it, because there are always people around to help you.

I would have made wiser decisions. I did it backwards and started a family before I got a degree. This makes things more diffecult then just coming out of high school. Now I see myself having to make sure I have great time management to get everything completed. College is diffecult, but having other responsiblies are hard enough. The other thing I would have done was set up more options. I jumped into school with my family and our health complications with my daughter. I would go back and look at what best options to get my degree. I was so determined that I didn't look at if it was possible. So your situation you put yourself in a long with the right school is most important. Rushing things can cause issues because life has it ups and downs. You need to make sure you at a place that fits your lifestyle along with what college has instore for you.

Life in college is similar yet different than high school. You are on your own. There are no parents to make sure you get your work done and the professors do not moderate your work. It is up to you to make sure your assignments are done and in on time. You will find you don't have a curfew but also you can't get your school work done if you stay out late night after night. You are responsible for everything in your daily routine, from what time you get up, go to class, eat, and what activities you get involved in. You meet new friends from diverse backgrounds. Some you will like, some you won't. You have to learn to accept things that you cannot change and to stay clear of things that will hurt you academically or socially. College is the beginning of your adult life. What you learn in college in your daily routines will prepare you for the real world when you get a job and begin life as an adult. Have fun, but always stay focused on the future.

The advice I would give myself is that I need to make sure to try to get into all the college level classes in highschool and make sure I work hard to do well in these classes. I would make sure that I try to save as much money as I can, so it isn't as big of a problem right away when I start college. Also, I would apply for classes as soon as you can therefore, you are able to get into the classes you want and get them when you want. When your college has an orientation I would recommend going becuase you learn a lot of information about the school and you get to meet professors. By going to the orientation you also get familiar with the campus and it is a great time to meet friends. Another tip I would give is make sure you get in with the right crowd and don't be afraid to get out and do some of the activities that the campus has, it is a great way to meet friends. In college you can't be afraid to go to the tutors and ask for help.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a senior in HIgh School , I would tell myself to never give up. College is not a party time just because you have reached adulthood, but a time to buckle down, study and be organized. In classes that are hard for you detailed note taking will help you out a great deal when it comes to studing for test, quizes and exams.

Finding the right college was a difficult process for many students. You might feel nervous, even frightened, when travelling around the country to find the right school. But the search is worth it - there will be a school whose campus and people will feel just right for you. Lakeland College has made me feel this way. It indeed has become a second home for me. When you search for a college, don't look for something unfamiliar or a school with the very best reputation; instead, look for a school that feels like home.

I would advise parents or students that this school is very personal and accepting to absolutely everyone. This school is not about the partying it is about making friends and focusing on school. I have made lifelong friends and become very involved in on campus life. It was the only school I ever considered and I would never have gone anywhere else.

Make sure you visit your school and try to meet as many faculty/staff and students as possible. Although other things are very important when deciding what school is best for you, the people you are surrounded by are critical. If you dont like the people around you it is hard to enjoy anything else a school has to offer!

For the parents, I would say-know about financial aid so that you know how it works at your child's college. Also, dont be afraid to let you kid go, they are growing up. For the students-dont be afraid to go out there and make some friends. your college lie will be miserable lonely. If you arent doing so well in class, talk to your prof--they are there to help. Also, go to the tutor!

Do a weekend-long stay.