University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Top Questions

College has undoubatble been one of the greatest undertakings in my life thus far. Beyond any class curriculum, college has educated me and instilled life lessons in me that reach further than any textbook or lecture could take me. It has opened my eyes to the world around me as well as shown me alot about myself I did not know. I have had the oppurtunity to meet amazing people from different walks of lifes, and it is nothing short of incredible to see how the yearning for education can bring such a diffusion of people together. Attaining my education has promoted integrety and responsiblity above all else, two traits that I feel denote success no matter what your future goals may be. I personally am amazed at how much I have been able to accomplish this far, but I feel the value lies in understanding how little it is of what I am yet to accomplish.

Jumping headfirst into a new environment, with only a light understanding of what lies ahead of you, is a real eye-opener. Though this college is fairly good at preparing you for your first semester, there is still a great deal that one must learn alone. Getting to know people and learning to communicate with new personalities is a great learning experience for anyone, and Eau Claire does a great job of breaking the ice. I am confident in the abilities of nearly all the professors I've encountered so far; they all seem very concerned and interested in the goals and success of the students they are teaching. Being passive and having a "it'll be fine" attitude does not help one's cause in the college world, and that was one of the biggest lessons I learned.

I think attendimg college is important in the sense that it allows people to be exposed to and to think about subjects they might not consider in a regular 9 to 5 job. The traditional US system of higher education makes no excuses for holding to a system of learning that does not provide practical, real-world experience. They emphasize a growth in knowledge, the understanding of the world and different cultures, and the kind of education that will make people what they deem to be well-rounded and literate. But at the same time, it would not be hard to incorporate required internships or practical tracks of learning for people who would like an advantage against their peers who chose to work for four years instead of going to college. Many, many college graduates find competition from people already settled into a career path. And many, many people graduate from college with a considerable amount of debt. But I am not worried about my debt. I do not regret going to college for the people I've met ane the subjects I've considered.

In high school everyone wonders, "What will I be when I grow up?". We all think this means what kind of job will I have. But really there are two questions buried in that one and my college experience has helped me answer both. First, what kind of person will I be when I grown up? Having roommates have taught me to share, be considerate, and work together. Difficult classes have taught me to persevere and strive to do my best. Friendship issues have taught me to be nonjudgemental, compassionate and to use mature methods to resolve issues. The answer to the second part of the question, "What will I be?" has me very excited about my future as a Speach and Language Pathologist. I knew I wanted something that would combine children and the medical field, but this field is something I had never been exposed to until I got to college. I have 3 more years to receive my Masters Degree, but already the personal growth and knowing I have found the right field for me, has made every minute and every dollar spent on college worth it.

Due to unforeseen events, I have had online classes ever since I've started my college carreer and I have learned that it takes a whole other level of discipline and motivation to be successful. While it is convenient for those who cannot attend a class on campus, it has made me value on campus classes a lot more.

I am very greatful for the quality of education that I am receiving at the school I am attending. I have been made aware of many aspects of life that I didn't have any previous exposure to. I hope to inspire my children to strive for excellence even if you face unexpected challenges along the way. I hope the education I am receiving will prepare me to better help the community that I work in and that I can really make a difference in helping people who have had little opportunities in life to acheive their greatest potential.

The college has made me realize how diffrent life is after high school. It required me to make decisions for myself, and to budget my money. It also made me realize how easy it is to spend a lot of money in no time, thanks to my loans.

I have gotten confidence and a sense of my own self idenity. I know that I can do anything I set my mind too. It has been valuable to attend because I will one day graduate with a nursing degree and be able to put my confidence to work helping other people.

I have gotten a lot out of my college experience so far, but I think that the most important thing that I have gained is my work ethic. I think that since going to Eau Claire, I have improved on getting things done in a timely mannor, as well as understanding what I am doing. I also think that I have gained a lot of skills so far, simply because they professors are so amazing. I have learned so much more than I thought I would have by now. I have gained a sense of self, and really found out what I am good at. I have developed people skills that I never thought I would have, and I cherish that.

I have only been in college for one completed semester and I have gained much in experience, knowledge, and friendships. I have volunteered at least thirty hours with Special Olympics, for Circle K, and elsewhere. I have accumulated more knowledge in Physics, Mathematics, Spanish, and Chemistry. But the most valuable experiences that I have endured is friendship. With my old friends and new friends, I have had great times and told great stories. We have had laughs and more laughs. We have endured our first finals "hell" week and survived together. For the three reasons listed above, it has been extremely valuable for me to attend because I know that my college experience has, is, and will mold into the valuable citizen I need to be.