University of Wisconsin-Parkside Top Questions

For students to make most out of their college careers, it is critical for them to take advantage of what the university has to offer. Opportunities will come knocking every now and then, but for students fresh out of college - it is prudent for them to go looking. Independent study projects were offered through UW-Parkside's SEG Solution for Economic Growth Center and it was during one of those presentations, I was asked to come and interview at the company. I had interned at the company that summer full-time. Upon graduation, I was offered a full-time job. Learning in the classroom is important, but also getting real world experience is critical. I would advise students to become involved in these projects. After completing one project for the company, more and more students at UWP were being considered. Your college education is the effort and time you choose to put into it. Challenge yourself. Think about your future after college. It's just like driving. Not only should you be focused on the car in front of you, but also need to focus on the cars down the road to be prepared of what's ahead.

Know what programs you are interested in, even if you aren't sure precisely what you want to do. Pick three or four things that might interest you, and make sure to talk to students and faculty of those departments when you look at the school. Some schools may have two or three really excellent departments even if the rest of the school is mediocre. If those are departments you might like to take classes in, then you might consider that school even though the other departments aren't terrific. Don't cross out schools from your list just because overall it isn't the best. If you find a single department you love within a weaker school, it's worth suffering through unhelpful general education classes to get the in-depth coursework you want within your major.

Choose a college that has a reasonable number of students. You don't want to be overcrowded, but you want a lively social enviornment that enables you to get your degree while enjoying the whole process.

When looking for the right college for yourself or your son/daughter be sure you go visit all of your options. See what is right for you. All schools are different in size, diversity, and character. Be sure you find a school that fits you. Also make the most out of your college experience by meeting new people and being open to change. Everybody is different and has there own way of seeing things. I have made great friends here at UW-Parkside and it is because i opened up my arms to new people and people that i was similar to. When walking through school I almost always have someone to say hello to because i have met so many new people. So make the most out of your college experience by staying positive and open.

The most important factor to keep in mind when choosing the right school for your college experience is that you should always be true to yourself. If you went to high school in a small, rural town, a small, rural college may be the best choice for you. If you grew up in a big city, a big city college may be your best fit. Once you've narrowed down the schools you're interested in that offer the major you're pursuing, look at what school fits you the best personally. Disregard what schools your friends are attending, which schools your friends and family went to, and what you've heard from others about certain schools. At the end of the day, your college experience is just that. Yours. If you're not true to yourself and attend a school that doesn't fit who you are, you may not get the most out of your college experience. Be true to yourself and be prepared to soak up all of the college life that you possibly can. Those four or five years of your life will create memories that you'll remember for the rest of your life.

When considering the school that will be right for a student one of the things you should consider is the location and population of the school. Students have to think about rather they want to stay closer to home where they are familiar with the area or do they want to expand their horizon and move to a different environment to meet new people. Students must also consider the number of students that attend the college some colleges have large campuses where class room may hold up to 250 students and it may become overwelming at times to be on a large campus. Schools that may have smaller campuses have smallier clasroom sizes and student are able to intereact with the proffesors as well as other students. another important aspect to consider is diversity and extracirricular that are available on campus. Students will be able to get the most out of their college experience my meeting others that may be outside their race and joining clubs and activities where students can socilize and have a little fun. This gives them the opportunity to express themselves and make new friends.

Make sure you pick the school that meets all of your needs. Make sure the price of tuition for the college will provide with the best education. Think about location of the school. Make sure you take a tour of the school and ask questions. Does the college have your major/ interest?

Finding the right college is a matter of fully exploring your options. The college experience is a matter of exploring your options as well, so it's very important that the search for the right college 'fit' starts soon enough. Students and their families should seek out appropriate living arrangements as sleep and good 'home life' is necessary for optimum academic performance. Also, most importantly in the search for the right college is the correct academic program of study - the school being examined should have a strong program for the intended major. Finally, the student needs to make sure there are ample areas of involvement on campus that interest them - including sports, clubs, organizations, social groups or on campus jobs.

Figure out what you want to do and where you want to be before you jump in unresearched and unprepared and waste time and money. Some people are too young to do college right away.

Think about what you want out of the next four years of your life. If you do well at nearly any school, the years that follow those four should be wide open. When choosing a school, it is important to remember that not only will this be a place of learning for you, this is where you will live for the next four years of your life. Take everything into account: the weather, range of programs, class sizes, proximity to friends and family, facilities, etc. Any school may seem fun, but I realized after only one year at a "party school" that it wasn't for me. I moved to a school that is a better fit for me, and my entire life quality has gone up. Remember what is important to you when deciding on a school, and also remember that as you grow and change, so may your interests. That is why I feel it is so important to choose a school with a variety of programs. And lastly, I would advise to speak with as many current students and graduates as possible and ask them their specific opinions on the things that matter to you.