University of Northern Colorado Top Questions

I've have gotten some good useful information in my few years of college so far. I've learned that I can not put off assignments or projects until the night before. I need to get started on them as soon as I am handed them. With some of the classes I have taken I have learned some good useful information for my current job as a firefighter/emt-b. These classes I have attended have been a huge value to me because it lets me bring new information back to the fire station to teach the other crew members about and how the new technology works. Another great think I have received out of my college experience was my emt-b license. Having this license I am now able to go to paramedic class and hopefully recieve that license so I can be hired full time. Those are some of the experiencs I have gotten out of college so far and how it has valued myself to attend college.

Choosing to attend college has been a decision that i don't regret. Neither of my parents attended college, so this whole experience is new and a little bit challenging. I have been home schooled my whole life. Now, for the first time, I get to witness first hand what it means to be in a class room. Being home schooled was in no way like being handicapped, but it was slightly different than college. Burlington County College is a great school. I love meeting new people and getting the chance to show the world what I'm made of. I find that if you show the teachers respect, they will in turn do the same for you. Attending college has allowed me to grow intellectually and socially as well. I hope to graduate and enter the health field as a dental hygienist. It has been a valuable experience simply because I have made it one. I believe you get exactly what you put into things. I know that if i continue to work hard and be a positive example to those around me, i will in turn reap the benefits and be better able to give back.

I have learned to really dig deep in the realm of music, my passion, so that I can learn how to make inspiring works to those out there who need a moral boost. My college has helped me to better express myself and learn how to be self sufficient and confident with one's own identity as it important to maintain that confidence in education as well as any career choice. College is extremely tough sometimes and I love it. Working through puzzles of essays and classwork is not always easy but once I acheive my goals I realize how much I have grown from a lone bum to open minded thinker. I enjoy writing and creating essays because it expands my knowledge and forces me to learn new vocabulary (thank you thesaurus) and extensive writing techniques that the pros use daily. As a music student I am so proud to be a UNC because of the fantastic faculty in the music department who really help and I am grateful for their continuing efforts to help students such as myself to make the most of my talents.

I have recieved a lot from my college experience like making new friends, deciding what to major in, and living on my own. There has been so many wonderful experiences in the past two and a half years and know I have many more to come. I have just joined a sororirty and that has opened my eyes to a whole new part or college. There is so much community service that we as sisters do, as well as activites for the university. I feel like college has and will be the best part of my life. I am usiing everything that I can, for instance I am going to be going abroad for a semester in the spring. I would not be doing this if I was not attending college. I am loving life each day that goes by and think how lucky I am that I get to experience the life of a college student first hand.

I cannot stress how wonderful my experience at Prince George's Community College (PGCC), in Largo, Maryland, has been. Being a student in the Honors Academy, I am required to maintain a 3.5 GPA, be a member of the Honors Society, take seven honors classes, perform fifteen hours of community service per semester, and take on a leadership role in the college. My advisors and professors have spent numerous hours supporting and encouraging me to become the best that I can be. Without their help, I wouldn't have been able to maintain my 3.9 GPA or do half of the activities in which I've participated: Honors Society President, Honors Society Treasurer, Book Club Treasurer, Member of Phi Theta Kappa- Tau Pi, Disability Support Services Student Scribe, Christmas in April and Walk Now for Autism Service events, Maryland Association of Community Colleges Student Advocacy Day, University of Maryland University Band, PriceWaterHouse Coopers Accounting Development Program, numerous leadership workshops, and maintain my part-time job. The strong support from my advisors, professors, and classmates enabled me to take pride in myself, my education, and my school, which has made my experience at PGCC extremely valuable and unforgettable.

I have learned how to comunicate my ideas in a more formal way, and I have grown as an individual and a leader

During my college experience, I received the very best gift of all, the ablility to teach. Teaching has been my dream since I was only seven years old. To be able to impact the lives of children each day, wouldn't have been possible without the education I received from the University of Northern Colorado. I am a leader in my school amoung my collegues because of my expertise, and high qualitifcations. These came due to the challenging, rigorous classes placed into the Elementary Education Program. Many times teachers will tell you that nothing can prepare you for the reality of a classroom, yet I would have to argue with that claim. The University of Northern Colorado made my first year of teaching an easy transition. The classes were designed to focus on application as well as the student teaching blocks. I value my professors and thank God each day for the gift given to me.

After high school, I thought long and hard about taking a year off and working . I had a great part time job in a preschool, and I figured I could find another job and have a year of employment and goofing off with friends. I was scared to go to college but I am glad I did it. I had to step out of my comfort zone and stretch myself to do things I have never done before. Making friends was terrifying because I try to keep the fact that I am shy a total secret, and at first I failed. But once I started making myself talk to random strangers in the dinning halls and the elevators, I found that I could always find something I had in common with other people. Living on my own has gotten to be easier and easier with the support of my new friends. School work and studying is even better since I can work with people I get along with so well. If I never went to college and stretched myself to meet new people, I would not be the happy, successful student I am today.

Trade schools are competitive, it’s about moving quickly, learning as much as you can, and of course producing better products then the person next to you. My school is teaching me hands on what I need to know about the Fashion Industry and what it will take for me to succeed. I have people all throughout my school that are willing to help me succeed; such as my councilor, my advisor, my career advisor, and there are tutors at school from when the school opens to when it closes all there will to help me. The best part my school is that all the work that I do at school is work that I love and am passionate about. I know that I have to work hard in order to accomplish my dreams but I am willing to because I love what I am doing. When I walk around school I feel complete, as if this is where I am meant to be. Every day at school is fun and exciting; I am learning so much about the industry and how to work with people in the industry, I know that I will be able to succeed.

Not only have I learned and applied dicipline, I have also learned the value of education along with respect and support of my fellow students. The value of attending is the learning itself, for my strongest strength is input.