Midwestern State University Top Questions

As a high school senior the thought of leaving all of my friends and family to go to a new place all alone scared me. If i could go back I would tell myself to relax, there are plenty of other student freshamn going through the exact same thing. Just reliaze that you're not alone; Making friends is easy, just be friendly and get out there. Have some fun with new people in new places. That is what i would tell myself.

The most beaultiful gift that one can give to themselves, is a proper education; without a doubt it is in essence the most vital thing in our society today that can help you get a good job or career in the future. It is important to realize that no one else will do the work for you, and regardless of how much you may complain in contemplate throwing in the towel, going to college affects no one but you in reality. It is not only an investement, but rather a commitment that you make to yourself and the academic goals you have set yourself to reach. College is nothing like high school; here, poor behavior, low academic standards, and various other aspects that a high school tends to let slide, is not tolerated at any university. As a student, you must remember that it is okay to have fun, but to remember what your priorities are, and to never forget why you decided to attend college. It will get tough, and the classes will challenge you, but as long as you apply, dedicate, and fully committ youtself to your studies you will do great, and excell in all your endevors.

There so many things I wish I would've known before I went off to college. If I went back in time to my high school self, I would tell myself two things that I would need to know about college. The first thing I would tell myself is that procrastination can affect in you in many ways. If you have an assignment that is due in a week, do not push it off to the side because I will get other assignments and quizzes that will pile up on you. You would also want to start on it the day you get it so you can have more time to do it instead of cramming yourself the night before it due and this concept applies to your studying habits as well. Another thing I would tell myself is to budget your money. If you can learn how to budget your money now, you can save yourself from going broke a lot and borrowing money from people that will put you in many debts. Those are two things that I really took from my first year of college.

I would tell myself to listen to my teachers and parents when they told me college would be alot harder and hold many more expectations. I would try and prepare myself for the longer classes and warn myself against packing my schedule too full.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a highschool senior about college life, I would explain the importance of being early. Being early works well for everything such as filling out college applications and turning them in before the deadlines, showing up to class early to ensure that you get a good seat and know what's going on in the class, and getting homework done early so you don't have to worry about it later. All of these things work out best when they are done early. When making the transition, I would say make sure you have everything you need as far as supplies and books. The professors don't like it when you come to class unprepared. Another thing the professors don't like is when you don't show up to class. While some are ok with you missing a couple of days, others will drop you from the class without even thinking twice. Overall, the most important thing I would tell myself is show up to class. Not showing up to class will result in a failing grade.

Growing up with only my mother for support my whole life, she was very protective of me. This caused me not to experience much of anything life had to offer. However, since finding my way to Midwestern, I have sudden seen and experience the many joys and wonders that can come from meeting new people and trying new things like pool, volleyball, basketball, going to social events, etc. My university experience has up to now been a life-changing one and I want it to continue to surprise and amaze me. I am truly happy that I was give this chance to spread my wings and take on a new approach to how I see the world. I know my mom expects much from because she is the only one supporting me financial with what little she has, and it is for that reason I will full use of my chance here at Midwestern, doing all I can whenever I can to make myself a better person for her and myself.

I have really learned a lot from my college experience. I've gained a great deal of independence by being away from home, and I've been able to really learn to take care of myself and budget my money. I've made incredible friends who helped me through tough times, and learned that there are genuine people who will be there for you. I've met incredible people and professors that I hope to remain in contact with for years to come. I've had the opportunity to see lectures and art events that were inspiring and fascinating. I've learned to appreciate cultural diversity because of the large number of international Caribbean students attending my university. Most importantly, I've learned that I have a passion for the English language and for Sociology, and I've been able to embrace that passion with a wide selection of classes available to me. I've come to realize what I want to do with my life and been able to make plans for the future--I want to work for a publishing company, then own a bookstore after I retire. I've gained a passion for life and learning.

I received several benefits by obtaining a degree from MSU. I attended the institution right out of High School and dropped out 2 years later due to family circumstances and due to the lack of having a plan. When I re-entered 20+ years later, both deficiencies had been resolved and nothing was a deterrant to graduation. Sure, there were frustrating times as I struggled to juggle a family, a job, volunteer positions, and course work. Because of that struggle, I earned the greatest benefit to me: a sense of accomplishment! The pride I feel in graduating with a degree that is a perfect fit for me, Social Work, with an exceptional GPA (cum laude), cannot be diluted or taken away. That pride in my accomplishments not only extended to me, but to my husband and children as well. I believe my dedication helped spur my teenagers to realize the importance of their own education as well. My college experience was also valuable in that many more career opportunities are now open to me as a degreed and licensed Social Worker. I worked in the same field before graduation, and the monetary benefits to graduation/licensure were immediate and noticible!

The classes are more challenging. The classes sizes are not to big.

I am gettting a higher education and it has been valuable because with the higher education I am receiving, I am helping socity become a better place.