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I have had a passion for people for my entire life, but never in my wildest dreams as a child did I believe I would have the opportunity to utilize that passion as a career. It is my belief that I am meant to use my voice, my strength, and my story to speak for those who cannot speak for themselves. With that in mind, I am confident that my experience at Western Michigan University has fully preparted me to go out and find a career that will feed my passion. This institution contributed to my already blazing passions, as well as gave me the opportunity to explore many subjects and fields that were foreign to me. I am excited about the opportunities that lie ahead for me, to learn and to grow, and I’m eager to begin this next chapter of my life.

College is where you are suppose to be the time where you are out on your own and get the chance to discover yourself. This is exactly what I got out of my first year of college. I have become a more well rounded person overall and I have learned so much about myself. I am more confident and know who I am. I went through friends, discovered the kinds of people I truely connect with and the type of person I am myself. College was where I discovered my strengths and weekesses and have become a lot more outgoing. Its been the time of my life so far and I couldn't be more excited to continue this journey, I know there is so much more I have to learn and experience.

My college experience was funded by my highschool. It was a $3000 scholarship for classes that I had a lot of fun taking. I learned AutoCAD. I was taught how to "render" and do elevation details of not only houses I'd designed, but landscapes as well. The class size was smaller than my highschool classes, something I absolutely revelled in. Taking the Architecture & Landscape Design program solidified my desire to continue going to Front Range Community College. I talked with other professors and students, giving me a foot in the door. And, since I'm already enrolled, I don't have to worry about that now, something that my peers are stressed about. I also am already experienced with the website and how to enroll in classes. I figured out how college classes were different from highschool classes and was given a bit of a wake-up call as far as what was expected of me. Presenting my work also gave me more confidence when talking to people as well as figuring out the little fun things of powerpoints. I'm very happy to have been given the opprotunity by my schools to broaden my educational horizons.

Not much yet, but I am looking forward to starting soon.

Learning has always been a wonderful experience. College is the platform of my career. Every day in the college is full of knowledge and learning experience. I still have long way to go as far as learning never ends.

I have gained so much from my first year at Western Michigan University. Most importantly, I learned my potential. I proved to myself that I can be on my own and succeed. I gained confidence and saw my dreams within reach. I struggled but overcame all the obstacles I ran across. From feeling homesick to the stress of exams, I pushed forward and came out a stronger happier person. I had always dreamed of going away to college, and at times was not sure if it was in the cards for me due to the expenses. However, I did all I could to find a way and I am grateful everyday for getting the opportunity to attend. It made me think about my future and decide it was up to me to reach my goals. I had to take action not just sit around hoping for a change. I have experienced that change and am ecstatic for the rest of my college career. I finished my freshman year with a 4.0 GPA and was accepted into the pre-nursing program. I know I can continue to grow as a person and become the woman I want to be.

What I have gotten out of college experience is a sense of seriousness towards my education. Assignments should be completed to the best ability. Attention must be paid to lectures and notes must be taken. Studying is also essential to success. If what is learned is not practiced, then it isn't possible to be successful in a college environment. I found this out the hard way my first time around. However, the experience was valuable in a way. It taught me that a college education isn't to be taken for granted. Without one, I cannot get a career such as a doctor, or a lawyer, or even a nurse. Everything that I learn in a college environment is leading towards an important career. It is leading towards a career that I will look forward to doing every day of my life. I must try hard to succeed and focus to the best of my ability in order to reach my goals. My dream is to finish college and have a great career where I can be stimulated every day. I hope to have a career that I am respected in and I hope to make my family proud.

I have gained a lot through my college experience- even though I've only been attending college for a little over a semester. I've learned how to be more independent since I'm living on campus instead of with my parents. I've learned how to make friends easier, to manage money better, and to study better. I've always received good grades throughout school, but college is completely different. Most importantly, I think I've learned that I have to put my plan for my future into action now. I have to actually start working towards the career that I want to obtain instead of just taking the same general classes. I have to be the person that I want to be with no exceptions because now I'm on my own.

In the last three four years, I've received credit from three different colleges. With such a diverse experience underneath my belt, I've been able to interact and learn in many different settings. I believe that there are huge benefits with people who are able to interact with as many people as they possibly can. I had an incredible mind opening experience when I transferred from my second college, which was a conservative college, to my third which I am currently at that is very liberal. Throughout the transition Iearned to be accepting of what people believe, even though it may not be what you believe, which is what I think one of the most valuable lessons a person could possibly learn.

College has been the best experience of my life, because it is such a big environment. It has been wonderful being able to explore who I truly am as a person and adventure out and try new things. I also love beign able to take classes that interest me. I have never loved going to class so much. Every day I wonder what I will get to learn today. I feel like the courses are designed specifically for me. I love Western Michigan University!