Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville Top Questions

My university has provided me with hope for our nation's future. Walking in the Quad on the way to classes, I see many diverse individuals who are eager to bring something new to our world. In my past high school atmosphere, a thirst for knowledge was only evident among the AP students in my class. Contrarily, the majority of students I have met so far at S.I.U.E have a desire to learn and put their talents to use. This enthusiasm displayed by the students can also be seen among the professors. In particular, my Chemistry instructor has given me the hope that not only will I be successful, but my fellow students will as well. Through the classes I am taking, I have met many pre-med students similar to myself. In high school, I never met an individual who shared my desire to become a neurologist. Seeing others who exhibit my passion for the brain is relieving. S.I.U.E. has shown me that not only will I be able to benefit the medical community after I graduate, but so will many others who will be right by my side if I slip up.

I am learning how to be more professional and career minded about my goals. To help the people around me, to help build a better life for me and my family and friends. Its valuable because having a college education is important. Because it can help greatly in getting a good job and having a fair lifestyle. For me, it can help boost me out of a diffcult financial problem, where i don't have to worry about where the money for the bills will come from or how will food get on the table each night. Thats why to me, education is very valuable.

College is one of those experiences that slapped me in the face. It made me grow up and realize that this is life. I needed to start fending for myself and making good decisions or later on down the road, I would be unhealthy and broke. Of course, it's a good education, but I think it's more than just obtaining book smarts. In the long run, college teaches you about being social, frugal, and responsible as well as trained in a certain subject area.

In my college experience, I have learned about the politics and history of our nation, the consciousness of the human mind, and also the history of my heritage. It has allowed me to learn about my actions and personality by applying theories such as the psychoanalytic theory, humanistic theory, and the social cognitive theory to my life. Political science has taught me to pay more attention to the media, newspapers, and internet articles because my vote counts. I have learned more about my heritage than I thought has ever existed. Before I attended college, I didn't really have an opinion on things because I didn't care. Having to write opinion papers and doing research to elaborate on what I thought of the situation but also provide evidence to back it up. Being on the track team gave me the opportunity to meet more people and socialize. Also, I know what colleges I want to go after I graduate with my Bachelors at California State University, Sacramento and I know what classes to take to get there.

I have learned how to handle my own finances and living expenses responsibly. I have learned how to be more responsible and what kinds of things to look for in the people I work with, hang out with, and live with. I have learned that I know what I want out of life and nothing can stop me now.

School has been a blessing to me. I'm divorced and raising three children. I am a displaced home maker. I have grown so much since I have attended college. I have had so much support as well as help along the way. I want to give something back to my community in the future. My college experience has been so very important to me, without it, I might not being doing as well as I am. College has given me self-esteem it has given me a life I can be proud of. I love the structure of college. I love learning everyday. Learning something new can be scary at times, but the benefits from learning are just astounding! I know that a college education is a wonderful gift you can give yourself. When others tell you, "you can't do that" it is very important to keep following your dreams. College will un- doubtably help you to reach your dreams. Keeping good grades is just the beginning, keeping a great attitude towards your instructors, and classmates is crucial to any college student's success. I have also learned how to buget my time very wisely while attending college.

I have gained so much in my time here at college. I have gained a sense of responsibility. I am no longer a disorganized high school student. I have developed into a well-organized college student. Those organizational skills have made working much easier and efficient. College has also improved my social skills as well. College motivated me to get out and meet people. My web of people I know grew exponentially. Having a web of people to call upon is critical to suceed in life. College, I discovered, isn't just about classes, grades, and exams. Those are just a fraction of what college is truly about. College is a stepping-stone into the real world. In the real world people expect you to be organized. In the real world you cannot suceed unless you have a vast network of people that you can call upon to aid you. I am glad I found this out in my first year, because it will allow me to have a better, more enlightening experience for the rest of my college years.

Experience, friends, and knowledge are very important things I have gotten out of attending school here at SIUE. I have gained a huge amount of experience. I know what it'slike to do your own laundrey, cook your own meals, and do your homework without any parent involvement. Life here has greatly prepared me for life on my own in the future when I am finished with school and ready to start my own career, and I am only a sophomore. Not only does this campus provide students with real world experience, it also gives them a tremendous opportunity to meet new people. With an attendance size of nearly 14,000 students, one meets new friends on a daily basis. I meet new students all the time; I have met close friends that will be involved in the rest of my life. The third thing that I have gained from SIUE is knowledge. I have learned tons of new material in all of my classes. I am pursuing a career in dentistry, and this knowledge will aid me in achieving my goal of becoming a dentist. It will stay with me and be used for the rest of my life.

I’ve become worldly conscious. The things I do today affect my tomorrow so I’ve learned to make every day and every experience matter. This world is only as big as you make it and attending college has allowed me to travel to other parts of the world and see how others live. College has helped me realize all the opportunities that are available. Now I have the broad knowledge to expand and reach my limits. Without college, I wouldn’t know my love for the environment and curiosity of the outdoors. I’ve had the chance of a lifetime to build my character and create lifelong friendships I would’ve never had. My college life has been about the adventure and new experiences, not about the destination. Getting the job won’t be the end but, another beginning to a great twist that is my life.

Everyday is a new experience and I'm just getting started