Lambuth University Top Questions

The experiences that I have been able to gain out of attending college have been what kind of people I want involved in my life and which ones I don't. Also experiences with with seeing people drink and party, which drinking is something I really don't understand . The things in my college adventure that have been valuable are; increased in self-confidence, dependency, and most of all responsibility. Self-confidence has been valuable because in high school I was always quiet and afraid that if I spoke my opinion or gave people my ideas they would laugh at me. Now in college I am able to speak what I think bacause they teach you that you need to speak for what you believe is right. Dependency is valuable to me becasue I lived with my parents and now I have to look out for myself and decide what I want to do with my life. Responsibility has been valuable in college because now I know what it feels like to be responsible, to look out for your own, and to make sure everything you do is towards the right path.

I have learned so much from my college experience at Lambuth University. I learned so much, not just about school work but about how to be a good perosn. How to help people and always look to the future. I've learned from Lambuth that even when it seems that there is no way to rise up from the bad times and brush off the dust of old and tired thoughts there always is a choice to sit or rise up anyway and move forward. I wouldn't change anything about my school or any of the experiences that happened at my school for anything in the world. It is because of the love I have for my school that I want to continue my education, so someday I might be able to return to my alma mater and teach history there and brighten young minds and help them become as passionate about Lambuth as I am. Without Lambuth University and the experiences I had there and the people I met there I would not be the passionate person that I am today.

The advice i would give myself if i could go back in time would be take everything you do in high school serious. It would help me get better prepared as a student for the college life i am in now. I know if i could tell myslf that it would have better prepared me for the stress i am going through now.

Please take academics seriously, it is the key to your future. Practice good study habits, in college it will make all the difference in the world. Visualize yourself as a college student and think of ways to prepare yourself.

I wish I would have listened to my parents more often about developing better study skills and take school more seriously. I have found out that high school is the foundation to your success in college. Also, you have to grow up and take responsibility for yourself in everything you do. Do your homework and get to know your professors.

If I could go back in time, and give myself advice on college and transitioning, it would be to enjoy everything you can. Don't hold back on anything, because you're afraid of what people will think. You are who you are, and you should be proud of it! These years go fast, and before you know it they'll be over. Don't end up graduating saying to yourself "I wish I would have...." Live life to the fullest! And remember to bring extra plastic silverware, it disappears really quickly!

research and vist or get in where you fit in

I would definately advise one to look at as many schools as possible. Also, when touring schools try to just "stop by" because some schools get things together before visits. Take time to ask as many questions as possible because everything is important! Ask the school questions about the Alumni and how often there are family days. Many schools have tuition raises every year, see how much the estimated cost is going to be for the complete degree. Choose wisely because you only get to choose once!!!

When deciding which college is right for you, don't base it simpl on one aspect or the other. The university that I attended was not my first choice. The main reason that I did not first consider attending Lambuth was because they could not offer me as much of a scholarship for golf as a couple of other schools that I had spoken to. However, after visiting the campus, meeting my potential professors, and gaining the overall experience of what it was like to attend Lambuth University, I was sold. So, do not simply attend a college because they offer you the most money (academically or otherwise). If you make this mistake, you'll most likely end up unhappy with your decision and transfer schools after a year or two, possibly losing credits and eventually paying more for your education than you thought.

Go where you feel comfortable because you will be spending many, many hours there over the next few years

Choosing a college is one of the most important decisions in life you will make. College is more than a preparation for a career, whichever school you choose will end up being a step which you want to make sure is in the right direction - the imprint of a college or university can remain for life. Choosing the right college might be a stressful & overwhelming task, or it can be an adventure. Make a list of what you want in your college experience: field of study, religion, social life, distance from home, sports. Then find several schools that match your criteria. Visit their websites to see which ones best fit your ideals, & have information mailed to you. After learning as much as you can, call them to see how friendly they are, & how willing to help you & fit your needs they are. I chose Lambuth University because out of the three schools that fit my criteria, Lambuth would not give up on me. Someone from LU would call me weekly & worked with me to get the scholarships I needed so I could afford college. Choose a school were you will be impacted, but also were you can make an impact.

I would suggest applying (early, of course) to as many colleges as one can afford. Once that is completed, take as much interst in those that have accepted you - phone admissions counselors, visit the campus, speak to current students. The best advice will come from the current students. Once in college, do not make the mistake of putting your academics anywhere but first. I have seen too many who believe that it is a time to party and live their own life away from parents, rules, and responsibilities. While it is quite important to have extracurricular activities to round-out the college experience, one must strike an appropriate balance. Professors are almost always ready and willing to help students out so take advantage of their assistance. People one should get to know really well include the reference librarian, career development counselor(s), financial aid counselors, business office workers, admissions counselors, and all of one's professors.

When looking at colleges, I would choose the one that best fits all of your needs. If you've found the perfect college but the school has a reputation for partying and you know you don't need to be around that environment, move on. Also, never underestimate the power of the community college. After a nearly 4 year hiatus, I returned to college via a community college. I never expected to find such well-educated professors lecturing to students who had such an enthusiastic and contagious passion for learning. I was pleasantly surprised and have stayed in touch with half of my professors and most of my classmates. Upon entering college, be prepared to be on your own. I was not. It took me a while to realize that there wasn't anyone else I could count on to get everything done. I left my second semester of college with a 1.8 GPA. It is now a 3.8. I believe ordinary people have the power to do extraordinary things. They just have to find it . . . for themselves.

When trying to decide which school is best for you, look for one that specializes or is well known for having a good program in the field of study you are interested in. Which sounds obvious, but look deeply into the matter before making a choice, because you wouldn't want to feel as if you could not reach your FULL POTENTIAL in the programs you are involved in. Also, your religious beliefs are a very important part of the core of WHO YOU REALLY ARE, and everything you've ever believed will be brought into question, so make sure there are groups & programs for moral support which you could be active in. Good luck on finding the right school for you, and God Bless.