University of St Francis Top Questions

Throughout my high school career I was super shy and quiet. I had a handful of friends that I only talked to within school itself. Going to USF, living on campus in particular, changed something for me. I am not longer as shy as I once was. I am more confident in myself and my abilitiy to survive on my own. I appreciate so much more than I used to, especially my parents. College was the experience that opened me up to the social world and now I have a group of friends that feel like a different kind of family. I'm thankful for that. It is also the foundation for what I want to do when I graduate. I realize this more and more every day. I am positive I want to become a psychiatrist when I get older and it is preparing me for that.

College is a form of education in which students have the opportunity to fully envelope themselves in their passions and study what interests them. Teachers are there to teach and not baby-sit. Students take control of their own education.That is what I expected. Unfortunately, that is not what I received. Instead, college has proven to be much less challenging than high school and an overall disappointment in a lack of mental stimulation. I end up pouring my life's savings into an education that I do not enjoy or find valuable aside from the fact that it will eventually lead to a transfer degree. I will then be able to upgrade to a university where, hopefully, they will take students seriously. I want desperately to learn. I want to be taught. I am not receiving that here. If anything has been worth while in attending my two-year community college it would be financial. The savings I have made will hopefully prove valuable when I attempt to fund the remainder of my education in a four-year university. Other than that, my college experience has proved to be highly disappointing.

I have gotten a lot out of my college experience. It has helped me figure out why i wanted to go in to the education field. And its valuble to attend here because of the wonderful professors helping me every step of the way.

i gotten out of my college experience independence, when i first got out of high school i wish i wouldve known what i wanted to do with my life i wouldve been graduating in 2011 but everything happens for a reason. i just hope that the next couple of years goes right and i graduate by 2013 or sooner but i know my mistakes and what i did n the past and i will never make the same mistakes again.

Before I was just going to classes and doing things on my own, but once I began the nursing program my life with school changed forever. I finally understood why I was working so hard to accomplish my goals. At this school I finally feel like I belong. Here at USF the teacher encourage you to do your best and are willing to help you along the way. I will be forever greatful for my friends and the teachers who have pushed me to become the best nurse that I can be. I have met some of the most wonderful people while attending this school. I have met some of my best freinds while attending the University of St Francis also. Being accepted into the nursing program has given me the confidence to push myself and help me to achieve what I have always wanted. I may have started late in my schooling to become a nurse but my age has never been a factor, Everyone is treated the same and expected to live up to the same standards.

I began college in the Fall of 2005 as a full time student following the death of my husband. After his death I realized I needed a career change, as I did not earn enough to support us financially. I decided to go back to school to become a nurse. I attended a Joliet Junior College my first four years and earned my R.N. ADN degree., and graduated with High Honors, PHI THETA KAPPA. During that time, I learned alot about myself. I learned that I am a good student, and that I value hard work, and the importance of education. During my clinical rotations, I learned the value of a good nurse and that integrity and compassion is a key factor in providing care. I have also become a role model for my 13 year old daughter. She is on the National Junior Honor Society and likes to compete with her mom for grades. I was also a member of the National Student Nurse's Association, and attended numerous charitable events and educational seminars, that was a great addition to my college experience. My journey continues now at USF as I complete my R.N. BSN.

My college experience has been phenomenal due to the knowledge, insight, and perspective I have received from the faculty and students at USF. Everyday I am given the ability to challenge myself to achieve dreams I once thought were unattainable. I have learned how to lead and follow depending on any situation I am faced with in the future. This experience has helped me see that I can achieve anything I set my mind to. Also, it has taught me how powerful knowledge is and that a perpetual student will always have more to learn. Life is an unending circle that craves knowledge. College is valuable because it prepares you intellectually and socially for whatever path you make take during your life. It has made me stronger, smarter, confident, and outgoing. I am now ready for the future.

I have gone to college for two full years now including summers. I have been absolutly busy the entire time. I have gotten a lot out of my college experience so far. I started college as soon as I graduated high school. My first semester at a community college, I still had a high school mind set. I was not focused as much as I should have been. The first semester flew by and I recieved my grades. I earned my first C and it was my last C. College taught me to be responsible and focused on my career. I am very determinded. I have gained many reliable friends. Some of the people I have met are now my best friends. They become good study partners. My speech class has made me overcome my fear of public speaking. I use public speaking proudly in almost every class now. College is valuble because it sets a path in your life. It gives you a career that your family can depend on. I have recieved my Certified Nursing Assistant Certifercate and I feel it is very valuable because I can improve the care of the elderly.

I HAVE LEARND TO LIKE WHO I AM I HAVE LEARNED TO BE SELF CONFIDENT THAT THE SKY IS THE LIMIT THE MORE YOU GIVE THE MORE YOU RECIEVE THE PAY CHECKS OF THE HEART ARE THE BEST

I have gotten the best learning from this college. the best advisors, counslers, and professors