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I would have to say that my time spent in college has been the most valuable experience of my life. My four years at the University of Texas have not only provided the mold for the person I am today, but it also opened my eyes to the world around me. Never before had I been immersed in so much culture and activity as when I first began my undergraduate studies at UT. It was amazing to see so many different types of people, who would band together for so many different causes, be it football or photography club. The spirit of my university has never left me, and I don?t think it ever will. UT has become my family, friend, and second home. It has inspired me to think creatively and to look for avenues beyond normal expectations. Many of my classes challenged me to the fullest and forced me to learn how to manage my time and studying more efficiently than ever. I have learned that hard work and dedication do pay off, and if I can believe in myself, anything is possible.

The first moments for me in college were admittedly frightening. Although I had spent my whole life being affiliated with the University of Texas at Austin (my father is a professor, my four older siblings all attended UT), it was difficult for me to let go of the life I led - a sheltered life. I grew up incredibly close to my family and to the friends I made in the small private schools I attended, as well as deeply rooted in my faith. Living in a dorm away from Mom and Dad forced me to grow up into a responsbile adult; which may not have happened if I had not left. College classes have taught me what it really means to work hard, but it was the large campus and wide variety of people that taught me how to respect people of all walks of life and be more open to the gifts and talents that they had to share. At the same time, I have grown deeper in my faith by coming into contact with peoples of other opinions and faiths. College has strengthened the foundations I was raised on and made me the adult that I am today.

I have learned many things about myself and my endurance level for work and stress. I learned to not let much stress you out, and to be calm in stressful situations. I got to see if I was cut out for college and if it was suitable for me emotionally and financially.

My college experience has opened up my eyes to so many new things. The people that attend UT are all so smart and diverse and being surrounded by these people has truly made me a more well rounded individual. I now see so many opportunities to change both my life and the world, and I have these opportunities because I have attended college here. I have learned a lot about responsibility and that it takes both self respect and self discipline to be successful. College has been thus far, the most rewarding experience of my life. I am learning not only incredibly interesting stuff in the classroom, but I am also learning so much about the joys that life has to offer, and there is no way I would have all of these experiences without attending a university.

I could have never imagined that my world could have been opened up the way it has in such a short period of time. When I started college, I had no idea what I wanted to do, or who I was for that matter. In one semester I realized that I can work hard to earn a degree in which ever field I want and have the type of lifestyle that I used to just dream about. I used to just think college was going to be hard and never thought that I would enjoy it at all, but I don't think those things anymore. I've met people that have given me new perspectives on many different things and if I weren't in college, I may have never had these experiences. If my first year of college has opened my eyes up this much, I can't wait for the next year.

My mother has always told me that her biggest regret in life was not graduating college. She always knew she was better than the menial job she has been at all her life. Since I was little, she drilled into my head the importance of going to college. ?Do not make my mistakes,? she always told me. When I got to high school, I made it my goal to get into a great college and make her proud. I have not even been at the University of Texas at Austin for a year, and I know that what I have learned and experienced here so far has had such a dramatic impact on my life. Although sometimes I do not always understand or agree with what I am being taught, I know that I am learning things that will benefit my life and help me to achieve my dreams. To me, going to college is an amazing opportunity that I would not dream of wasting. I have learned in these few months what my mom was talking about: that I am going to college to better my life and make my family and myself proud.

Currently I must say what I have gotten out of my colleger experience , is the difference in learning styles. One in College you must change your study habits. You must be willing to make changes as to time to study. it takes time and effort to make the time to study. I think you must be willing make an extra effort to study, make sure that you have a place to concentrate and take the time to read the different assignments. while in High School you may be able to get by, In college you must make an effort along with concentration for schooling.

Since college, I have learned to be more independent. I am living on my own and because of this it has helped me become a better and stonger person as a whole. I am my own parent when I am away from home. I feel like this is valuable because it teaches me to grow up and not rely on my parents for everything.

I am attending a military academy in MO. It is an experience of a life time for it gets me ready for my endeavors as an officer. What is greater than that is I do it in only two years!!

I have gained many diverse skills.