Simmons College Top Questions

To not try and grow up so fast, stay focused on just school the rest will play its part.

Before I left for college, I was a nervous wreck, constantly worrying about how my roommates would view me or how I would do in my classes. But now, in retrospect, I would have told myself that worrying does more harm than good in college. I have seen some of my classmates throw away their classes because of stress. They get so involved in their worry and trying to be perfect their work actually declines in quality because of it. They lose sleep and gain weight. They feel like the whole world is crashing down upon them. But this is not what college is about. Yes, college is about education, but it's also a time of fun and personal growth, neither of which one can have without giving him or herself a break. Life goes by too quickly to let it be crowded with worry.

I would not overlook something like a social life. I thought that coming to an all girls school wouldn't affect me at all since it is in the middle of Boston but it really does affect your experience. I feel like nothing exciting ever happens. I would tell myself to forget the name of the school (Simmons was listed on Princeton's review as one of 373 top schools). It was a major reason I chose this school, but I now realize that doesn't matter. If you have any doubts about the school, you will most likely end up not liking it. I would just go to the state school 15 minutes from my house. It is an accredited university and I'm sure the educational experience would be the same or better and the social experience will definately be better. Just follow your heart and disregard what other people may think. If you want to go to a community college, then go, if you want to go to a public college, then go. It's really that simple.

Jade, college is hard work, but I've found hard work pays off. The more successful you are, the more you want to work. Find your study habits and use them to your best advantage. Don't be scared of the professors, they're so different from high school teachers. Professors treat you like a responsible adult and that's what you are when you get to college. Don't be nervous, you're going to meet wonderful friends and people that only want you to succeed. Good Luck!

To say that I am now the person I am meant to be is a wonderful feeling; The knowledge that my college experience is what got me here makes it even more satisfying. As a senior in high school I cannot say I was confident that my college experience would be capable of getting me to this place. I came from a small town high school to a big city college, and it was a big transition for me. I reverted back from the confident senior to the shy and timid freshman the moment I stepped foot on campus. Thankfully, the Simmons College community, along with my sports team slowly dragged me back to (and beyond) my old sense of confidence. If there is one piece of advice I would give myself looking back, it would be, "be fearless!". I would encourage myself to waist no time being shy and intimidated, because it takes away from the enriching and enpowering experiences that college life has to offer. I would push myself to explore more, to create opportunities instead of waiting for them, and most importantly to believe that no matter what I chose to do I could accopmlish it.

High school constitutes the four years of a person’s life where socializing and a good reputation is the primary concern and public humiliation is the equivalent of a slow and painful death. However, in all honesty, high school is merely a bump in the road compared to the mountain you must climb in college. You have not yet truly pulled an all-nighter, faced the treacherous workload of a college student, or faced the stresses that come with independence from your parents. Looking back on those four glorious drama-filled years, I am envious of the carelessness of my high school persona. If I could tell her one bit of advice from a college stand point, I would encourage her to reach for the stars. Don’t be afraid to go for something because you assume you will be rejected. You are your biggest critic. There is nothing to lose other than the opportunity that passes. Take a chance and don’t let your inhibitions get the best of you. Apply to every college, try new sports, join different clubs, and talk to the kids seated at the “popular” table. You are the judge of your future path.

Obviously, I have learned the many hardships there are to being on your own, just as every other college student does. I have become far more independent from my family and I think for myself at all times. This is valuable because it allows for growing up and becoming a responsible adult. Also, I have come out of my shell since I have been here. Not knowing anyone attending Simmons College, I found that I needed to put myself out there and assert myself in order to make friends. Thankfully, I found very many women here who are easy-going and good natured. In addition, I realize that I am now more worldly. I have met many people that I may once have walked by and never realized how great of a person they are. I have become cultured because I associate with people of so many different backgrounds. This is a positive experience because I have acquired more knowledge of other people and have become more adventurous. I have participated in many things that I once never thought about, such as the green club we have here. No longer living in a small town has broadened my horizons greatly.

I am starting my college classes march 21st, 2011, and i can not wait to begin to start not only my career but also my life.

In my college experience, I have taken a great deal of courses that have encouraged and help me grow a greater love for my career choice and that is to earn my Doctorate in Physical Therapy. I currently work in a Physical Therapy Clinic as an aid helping patients with exercises and while learning everything I am in school I am able to apply my new knowledge to my job making it a rewarding experience. I consider it very valuable to attend school because it makes the whole process even more exciting. It's hard and a lot of work but in the end I know I will be very happy with my choice in school and my career path.

My college experience has been outstanding so far. From freshman year until now I have grown so much as a person, meeting new lifelong friends, living on my own away from home in Boston, and balancing my academics and social life. The environment at Simmons, the students and professors provide me with the support and opportunities that I need to succeed as a student.The nursing program at Simmons College has offered me an enormous amount of lecture and classroom time, simulations, and clinicals that have provided hands on and realistic scenarios and patients that have helped me learn a great deal of information. In May 2012, I will obtain my goal of graduating with a Bachelor's Degree in the Science of Nursing from Simmons College in Boston, MA. I can not wait to accomplish my goal and share these proud moments with my family and friends, and be proud to say that I graduated from such an amazing college.