St Thomas University Top Questions

To be prepared for whatever come your way,and to stay focused on your education.

Dear Cameron Philip of 2007, College is a very independent learning environment that allows you to discover yourself and focus on your future goals in life. Remember in your senior year there was always someone behind you making sure your work was completed, made it to class on time, and assisted you with any matter, well college is significantly different. College is an exciting place where you experience a vast majority of life lessons, people of different backgrounds, and cultures. Cameron, as a college student you?re an independent student trying to be successful in life through a higher learning program. There are many unplanned obstacles that come about when you least expect them, but the best way to handle such situations is with patience, faith, and self-control. Academic dishonesty is not like what it was in high school. There are major consequences for plagiarism and cheating, which can affect you in the present and in the future. In conclusion, the last words of advice would be to stay focused, determined to succeed, be thankful for your blessings, and never forget those who helped paved the road for your success.

Get a job and save as much money as you can for your education. Hone your studying skills and apply for scholarships and grants. Do as much as you can, as quickly as you can, to get through school, and apply yourself to research. Learn the art of grant-writing! Try to enjoy your senior year, but avoid spending money on frivolity, and keep your goals in sight.

Study Hard because it pays off at the end.

Hey buddy. Stop goofing around. Pay attention. You need to buckle down and pay attention to your studies. Start thinking about what you like and don't like. Don't panic. You don't need to decide right this minute what you want to do with the rest of your life. But do get ready to go to college. You don't need to decide on a major the minute your start college. Take different classes. You'll know whether you're interested in particular field or not. Continue with school after graduation. Do not take time off. Yes, you're making a few bucks now at that job you have. That's OK for now. But as you get older, it won't be enough to sustain yourself. Don't be fooled. You're not living in the real world yet. You're not paying rent, groceries, car insurance, light bill, phone bill, cable, bill, car reparis. etc. You need to think of these things. You won't be living with Mom forever.

Take the time to explore all public universities. The costs are less, and the education received is based upon a national standard. Private colleges are misleading, although promises can be made of a higher education standard, this is not always true. Public institutions also provide more exposure to activities centered around the student at all times, with limitless possibilities.

pick a place that you fell confordable, and that has good vibe

I would recommend a school where students take their work seriously. I would recommend a school with a student life because one must take at least an hour break from school and relax to clear the mind. I would recommend a school where people compete so that when one graduates, it is easier to deal with the real world.

In my opinion, as a person who has attended three different colleges in 5 years, in three different states, i would tell parents, and/or students to look for a college were learning is priority, and the school is strong academically as well as it should have a fun environment for students to interact and make their college years a lifetime experience. College should not be just going to school, but learning the material, having fun doing it, making friends in the process, and being proud of your school colors.

There is no such thing as a right college because colleges all do the same they allow you to learn.