Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus Top Questions

Aside from the obvious, that being a great education, it has been the great circle of friends that I have developed and hope that I can maintain it for years to come. However, the one thing that will be most valuable is the goal that I'm striving for; and that is to get my commission as an officer in the United States Army, funds permitting.

I am the first person in my family to go to college, so this is very important to all of us. going to college and becoming educated is very important for me if i want to succeed in life. i want to become a social worker and help abused and neglected children. without a degree i am not able to do this. this has been my life long goal since i was 12 years old. college is a completely different experience than what i could have imagined. it has given me so many possibilities and has made me learn to grow up and be responsible. now days an education and degree is one of the most important things one needs to be fulfilled in their life. if i won this scholarship i would be so grateful because it would help me those others that are in need of help. thank you for considering me for this wonderful scholarship.

College has been an invaluable experience for me not only for the academics, but for my growth as a person. I’ve learned to open my mind to new ideas and ways of thinking. I’ve made friendships that would make even the closest siblings jealous. I’ve found love and lost it. I’ve had ideas and turned them into reality. But most of all I’ve discovered who I am and what I’m capable of becoming, because that’s the confidence that Penn State has given to me.

Attending college was not high on my priority list just out of high school. My parents never went to college. Why should I ? And for many years I stayed away. I didn't see the point of studying until I knew what it was I wanted to learn. Many years later, I now know. I want to learn everything! College has taught me how to play nice, get places on time and appreciate my mother's cooking. It has humbled me and shown me that I don't know as much as I think I do. It has inspired me to never stop learning, never give up and question everything. The value of college cannot be summed up in just a handful of words on a page. It embodies challenging memories, relentless life skills and unforgettable friendships. College is priceless. I've taken a lot out of college and hope to take even more. But, I also hope to leave a bit of me behind - my gratitude.

My first attempt at college, I tried to find my way on my own, without an academic advisor. I failed miserably. In retrospect, I learned the value of academic advising. Even though I was down, I got back up and tried again. I was working full-time and took some classes so I could try for a promotion. I did not get the promotion and I was down again. I got back up and obtained my real estate license, became a Realtor and sold some houses. I still felt like there was something missing in my life. I've always been interested in healthcare and medicine, so I sought the help of an academic advisor and decided to pursue a career in nursing. She took all my college transcripts and deciphered what transferred and what I needed to take. I have followed the plan. I made the Dean's List and am about to make it again this quarter. I am awaiting transfer to The Ohio State University where I will enter the Nursing program to obtain my Bachelor's of Science degree in Nursing. Had I not had these experiences, I would not be where I am today.

I have obtained knowledge in the engineering field and made many new friends.

I did not start out college as an A student who knew how to study and teach myself. College has been a learning experience in more ways than one. Not only have I learned the material from the classes I have taken, but college has taught me how to be a better student. While attending college I have learned how far I can push myself and what I am capable of. I believe that college has helped me to learn self worth and pride.

I have gotten more than I could ever ask for out my college experience. Penn State feels like home to me and I feel like I have a family at Penn State, a family of good friends that I am going to have for life. I know that I made the right decision choosing to come to Penn State.

I would say that the most valuable component of my college experience is the education I've received. Although I am involved in extracurricular activities and I have a busy social life, it has been my studies that have kept me grounded. I do focus a lot on my grades and GPA, but at the same time, I study and attend class to gain knowledge, not just get superior grades. After attending community college for three semesters, I realized that the courses offered there were the same as the ones a four-year university. I was very pleased with the community college I attended, as I learned a lot from my courses and I saved a lot of money on tuition as well. In my fourth semester I transferred to Penn State and I have found my courses to be equally challenging, but enjoyable at the same time. I do not regret for a second my decision to attend college, and I hope to continue to develop educationally as I finish up my undergraduate career.

What I Have gotten out of my college experience si somewhat limited, as I have only been in school for 3 weeks. So far though I gotten alot of culinary knowledge from chefs who have worked in the field for years. I have also found a school that is full of like minded people, which is something that really appeals to me. At my school everyone is an artist os some kind, so everyone si open minded, and bery helpful. I can only look forward to getting more deeply into school, and starting to get involved in the numerous school activities programs.