University of West Georgia Top Questions

What should every freshman at University of West Georgia know before they start?

Kristy

It is important that the student feel comfortable with their surroundings. I grew up in a small town, so that is what I wanted my college town to be like too. Whatever the student desires in his/her college experience is what they should aim for. Parents, your child knows what they want. College is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, so just make sure that your child is happy with their decision and you will be too. College is a time to meet new friends and experience new things, so go into the first day with an open mind. You might find your lifelong best friend there, or even your future spouse! It's okay to have fun at college, but don't forget the reason you are there. Your education should be your top priority. Next, after studying and giving the right amount of attention to each of your classes, it is time to hang out with your new friends! Just make sure you get what you want out of your college experience, whatever that may be.

Jane

go where you want alot of college is what you make it but west georgia is a shitty school

Kerri

Students should spend more time studing and less time parting.

LaShunda

For students, find a school that suits your needs, where you will be challenged. Not only academically but personally. The school that you choose should be one that makes you want to be a better person and want you to get all that life offers.

Leigh

eat more chicken

Sarah

Advise I would give parents and/or students about finding the right college is first and foremost do research. Make a list of multiple colleges the student is thinking about attending and then visit their websites and visit the actual college. Find one that best fits the students personality, not one that all your friends are going to. Check with the colleges departments and find out what each school has to offer, for example a career service department.

Jordan

My advice to students trying to find the right college would be to find out not so much the major they want but to figure out what kind of area of knowledge they are interested in, such as more liberal arts or more technologically based studies. Also know whether or not large classes would be beneficial to their learning enviroment or if smaller classes would help them more. If the student is interested in extra activites outside of school, be sure to research what kinds of programs and teams are availible.. Fot the parents of the students I would research the schools policys on discipline and living arrangements. Check to see if there are male or female dormitories availible if that interest you for your upcoming student. Look into the school's achievments and its staff to evaluate the qualifications fit for your son or daughter.

Deidra

The advice that I would give to parents and or students would to make sure that the college you chose fits you. Never decide to go to a particular school because your friends chose to go their or your parents went there before you and they strongly encourage you to attend their same school. Your school must match or be similar to your personality or you will not succeed. If you like intimate settings and close knit enviroments then a major university might not be the best choice to ensure your success. College is a place for learning, but if you ignore the other activities such as campus events, then that is taking away from your entire college experince. Involve yourself with campus groups and have school pride.

Jasmine

Finding the best school for you can be a very challenging experience. I recommend looking at schools as early as the freshman year in high school. The fact is there are alot of schools in our country and its a battle to get into them. By knowing what schools show interest you, you will know what needs to be done in order to guarantee your andmission. Also, by looking at schools early, you may save money because people often forget that applying to schools is not free. If you know what schools interest you, you will know exactly where you want to apply. Knowing what school interest you may be a challenge. Most people attend their parents alma mater, but I suggest you look for schools to please yourself, not the people around you because you're the one who is going to be going their. Looking at the class size and professors helps chose a school. Also, knowing the surrounding areas helps; you should look for schools that are surrounded by things you like to do. For example, if you enjoy surfing you should not go to a school in Nebraska.

Spencer

To find the right college, decide the type of area that you want to live in, whether it be suburban, rural or urban. Next, look for an institution that has the majors that you are considering, if any. Also, look and decide what type of school do you want to go to, do you want good: athletic teams, school spirit, clubs/activities, etc. Finally, do not be hasty in picking a college and consider all you options. The experience you get is what you put into your collegiate life. On most campuses if you really want to get involved there is something for you to do. Be open minded while going into this new experience, you do not have to change your views whatsoever, but seeing different ones from your own and learning about others can help you appreciate your views and culture even more. If you have a roommate, try to get to know them because you never know who your next real friend will be. Do not hang on to high school or the past, it's not bad to remember and go back, but it should not be your focus. It's a new life, live it.