University of Arizona Top Questions

There are endless answers to this question. In high school, you attend school because you are forced to. In college, you attend school because you want to; I learned to WANT school through my college experience. I learned in college how important education is. The importance of education is equivalent to the importance of breathing, in my newly found opinion. I learned how badly I wanted to teach and how much I wanted to inspire those who are intimidated by math, reading, or school all together. It has been more than valuable to attend college because it has taught me how to become metacognitive, meaning to think about what you're thinking about. This is extremely important in being self-reflective, which has brought to me my current state of mind: I have a goal in my head and I am going after it full force, doing as much as I can to reach it. I once heard, "aim for the moon because even if you miss you'll land among the stars." I'm not even looking at the stars, I'm aiming for the moon and that's where I intend to land, one way or the other.

One of the most valuble things which I have learned since attending the University of Arizona is how to be more outgoing. Moving to a new city without knowing many people can be a difficult adjustment, especially if you are shy. Learning how to meet people is an important skill to develop. Joining clubs helped me to meet people like me as well as network. When you join clubs you find people who have some of the same interests as you which means you are more likely to find people you connect with. Along with learning how to meet new people college also teaches you how to think outside of the box, rather than just defining words you have to give more depth in homework assignments.

My time in college has introduced me to a lot of fresh perspectives. Being at a school with such a large student body has provided me with a lot of opportunities to meet new people and expand my social circle. I have learned a lot from my peers and will continue to do so until I graduate. It has been very beneficial to be away from home and away from my parents. It has taught me to be more responsible since there are a lot of important things that my parents can't take care of for me here. I've also enjoyed some of my academic classes. I've grown a lot as a writer in my english class, and have really learned a lot in my organic chemistry class.

College has been the most eye-opening experience of my life. I come from a small town where everyone knows each other and you can’t go to the store without seeing someone you know. In other words, college was shocking! Being a part of a university is something that allows you to grow in many ways. In high school, I thought I knew who I was and who I wanted to be. However, once in college, I actually learned who I really was and who I wanted to be. You have so many new experiences: hard exams, stressful group projects, crazy parties, and maybe even break-ups. All of these things have worked together to make me the person I am today. I believe that it is so important to pursue your dreams, even if the price is a little high. Not only have I learned so much about myself, but I have learned what I want to do for the rest of my life. Four years in college have prepared me to step out into the world and help people. I feel that with my education and experiences at the University, I can finally achieve my life goals.

I have gotten a life experience at the U of A. People come from all over the country to this campus just to be a part of somehting so special. The school is great, the spirit is awesome, and the social aspect is beyond expectations. I have learned so much academically and in other areas that I never could have obtained at home. This school is a community all striving to do as well as we can and have as much fun as we can. We are constantly improving and growing along with the students. The U of A is just a great place to have your college experience change you.

My experience in college has broadened my perspective and abilities to achieve my goals. It has also prepared me for the real world beyond school in a more subtle way. I have been able to learn about myself, how far I can push myself to exceed my limits and be able to achieve my goals. College has not only expanded my educational interests, but also has enhanced my knowledge of cultures and different life experiences, experienced by others as well as myself. My overall college experience has been valuable because education is always valuable and thankfully I was given the opportunity to attend college. It has also been valuable to attend because every peer, class, professor, and lesson that you come across as a student, as minimal as it may be, is something that will present itself in a helpful way in the future. And last, but not least, college is meant to be fun and filled with a variety of good and bad experiences, teaching to make you a better person. Anything that assists with the "growing up" process is always valuable!

I have got alot out of college. I have learned how to work in a group and social environment. I have learned the importance of college and what it can do for your future. It has been valuable to attend becousse I know have a better education and a better understanding of what it takes to get by in the real world. With the education I have I will be able to get and sustain a better job in the harsh times we are living in. I am however not done with my schooling. I am going to attend The Los Angeles recording School in 2011 to further my education even more so this scholorship would help me alot. Thanks

The experiences learned in college are invaluable. Personally, I've developed leadership skills and critical thinking skills, not only through the courses I've taken, but also through various organizations and clubs that I participate in. In addition to gaining an education that will set me up for a financially secure future, I've also improved social skills that will carry me throughout my entire life. Doors have opened for me that might not have otherwise opened if I'd decided to not pursue a secondary education; I've recently accepted a position as a dietetic intern! Additionally, networking with alumni as an ambassador of my college allows insight into career fields in which I'm interested in as well as other careers that I might not have previously considered. Although a degree is important, college offers much more than a piece of paper; it’s helped mold me into the mature adult I’ve become and afforded me the opportunity to foster relationships that I wouldn’t have encountered otherwise.

My college career has brought a world of experiences to me that would not be possible to receive anywhere else. I have learned to handle life on my own, away from the help of my parents and the high school world that passes you along through graduation to eventually send you off to college. Choosing my classes, my major, my future occupation, are all choices that I have had to make for the rational decisions of what will determine what I am going to do with my life. Meeting people and creating connection build resources for life that may become useful throughout my life that I will find thankful when they are needed. Without having the courage to leave home to a school that the amount of people known from home is 6 in 35,000 people, not growing as a person in education as well as socially was no option. I hope my few example of many that can be listed show that my experience while at college has enabled me to grow as a person more that I could of ever imagined and to continue to further that experience and education is something that I will strive for.

I have learn what college is like and experience my own ideas of college and what people say about college life is not always true until you experienced it yourself. It is very valuable because these experience can make a person grow up and learn to survive on their own rather than be supported by their parents, but still that is not always a fact for some people since some people chose not to grow up in their world. Another experience is facing reality of this world in college and how harsh life and the truth can be.

My college experience has been the most stressful process I have ever experienced but It has definitly helped me grow up, find my priorities, and showed me what life is going to be like when im on my own. Its not easy and you have to work hard with lots of persistance. College has been valuble because I am constantly learning something weather is be in the class or outside, its a lifttime experience that I will never forget.

Before I enrolled at the University of Arizona I didn't want to go there. It wasn't until I moved in that I began to love the school I now call my home. I loved being part of one of the many honoraries on campus and meeting so many people from different states and nations around the world. Living in the dorms were fun and I made some of the best friends I've ever had attending the many resident life events and hall council socials. The food options are numerous on campus and include many healthy options. I've loved the programs and services ASUA (Associated Students of the University of Arizona) has put on like SafeRide (which drives students 2 miles around the perimeter of campus at night for free), many financial aid workshops, and $3 dollar lunch Wednesdays! I feel like the school wants me to succeed, both socially and educationally. The "Think Tank" a free tutoring service for UA students helped me tremendously survive my first semester of Calculus at a university. I've thoroughly enjoyed my time here at the University of Arizona and encourage anyone looking for a great school to consider UofA!

Not only am I learning material that will be helpful for my pharmacy career, but I'm learning more about life as well. My time management, responsibility, and critical thinking have improved, and those qualities will definitely be helpful later on in life.

My favorite part of college has to be vast amount of people you get to meet. College really changed me and how I view the world around me. It also makes a person more self-sufficient and responsible. I've learned how to be more involved in every aspect of my education from checking my records to updating my required courses. College is valuable in a growing world. The world is continuously advancing causing its workforce to do the same, and this is where college degrees come in as well as college life. College shapes a person both intellectually as well as personally and teaches not only the lessons of a specific career, but also lessons about life, achievement, failure, and the good that comes out of hardwork.

My college experience has been great thus far. Some of the things that have gotten me a great college experience is finding my interests and finding my group of friends. My college experience is greatly dependent upon finding my interests. I am a psychology major which has made my college experience very exiciting. In my experience I have found other interests throughout my journey such as Mexican American Studies and Spanish so much so I have made them my minors. Another factor that has contributed to a great experience is being part of The Interested Ladies of Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority Inc. These group of ladies have grown into being my bestfriends and people that I will always be able to count on. I hope that other people who look into college will consider UA because the great variety of clubs and sororities/fraternities the campus has to offer. Overall the UA campus makes the college experience very valuable because it offers alot of opportunities to grow as a person. The UA is a place where anyone can receive a valubale education.

College has shown me a bit more of what life is like. You are expected to take car of yourself. Nobody is going to babysit you.

Attending college has really broadened my view on the world. Being put in situations such as living with a complete stranger really opens your eyes to see the world differently. It has really made me appreciate my upbringing as well since now I am able to interact with people of all different walks of life. Coming to college all on my own really made me become very independent and I learned how to stand up for myself and learn about who I am. Also attending college promises me a future that I have always dreamed of, which is to be successful and happy.

The most value lesson I've attained at the UA has been my self exploration, secondary to my tolerance of others. Attendance of any university would more than likely lead to this outcome though. Your character goes through a bildunsroman, which is a literature term I learned back in high school. It's about the protagonist or main character of the story growing and building. This has been the theme of my college experience. I have learned what I am capable of and how to relate to someone instead of noting what differences there are between us.

College has been a great experience where I have a lot of close friends and been able to enjoy being on my own. It has been valuable to attend because I have experienced a lot of new things since coming to school.; I have studied abroad twice, paid my own bills, lived with three different girls (one each year) and had a lot of fun with each of them. I have taken classes I ever thought I would take and learned what I really enjoy doing. College has been a great experience and when I graduate I will be sad that my time here is over and happy that I spent it here at the University of Arizona making memories that I will cherish.

I have not only expanded my academic knowledge, but more importantly, I have learned a lot about myself. At the UA I have been exposed to all sorts of exerperiences and a wide range of people with different backgrounds and ideas that are willing to share them. These encounters and experiences have really broaden my appreciation of my friends and family. Through the people I have encountered on campus I have had time to self-reflect and really learn who I am and what makes me passionate. I have also created a connection to the campus and understand what it means to really have school spirit. It makes it easy when people around you are so eager and excited to go to the UA.

I've gotten the experience I've needed in the "real world" to grow and mature in my own way, away from my parents (but still close enough to visit and get the reassurance and advice I need). The classes are rewarding, albeit the few that bore the students to tears, and the educational experience is gratifying. I've bloomed both intellectually and socially in my time here; I used to be unsocial and meek, now I flourish in the presence of people; I used to slack off in high school, since hte material was easy, but now I pay attention and have to work harder to reach my goals. It's been a very valuable experience.

The University of Arizona has been the most amazing experience a college could offer. I learned the value of persistence, hard work, and an outgoing nature. In a society with tremendous healthcare challenges and so many budget-cuts to programs many times I was turned down from the College of Nursing. However, my persistence was clear, as my acceptance was official after my fourth time applying, and I was not willing to give up on my dream!This school has also provided many opportunities to improve myself. I am a leader and enjoy taking on character-building positions. I volunteered with an organization that provides troops with medical supplies. I shadow a nurse at the UMC, and volunteered with “Ride On,” an equine-therapy for children. In addition, I am a full-time student, working to pay for University tuition. I took the steps necessary to strengthen my GPA and prepare myself for nursing-school by receiving Dean’s Honorable Mention with academic-distinction.Thanks to this University I have experienced invaluable life lessons that will assist my journey towards becoming a nurse. As a wildcat-nursing student, I will continue to diligently strive for success in reaching my goals!

to further my education i am attending college. i don't beleive that i getting what i am paying for.

My experience at community college was beyond beneficial. When I grauated from high school I wasn't ready to go to a four year college; I didn't know what I wanted to study or what kind of career I was looking for. Throughout my time at community college I was able to explore different opportunities affordably and I was able to attend school close to home. All of the professors, counselors, and coaches I had motivated me and supported me. In the two years I attended, I was able to participate in various clubs and sports which introduced me to many new people. Many of the connections that I made are still strong today. I graduated in May of 2010 with an Associates in Arts and have transferred to a four year university where I am studying to get a bachelors degree. Attending community college was one of the best decisions of my life and it has prepared me for studying at a univeristy as well as preparing me for the future in general.

200 words is not enough to write what I've gotten out of my college experience but I can definitely try and condense it into a short paragraph. I never really knew who I was before college, I felt lost in my own school, family and community and never knew where I fit in or what I was bound for. Since attending the University of Arizona, I have finally found myself and who am I supposed to be. I am more confident than before, I have short term goals for myself, as well as long term goals for my future life and career. The U of A has brought out the best in me with their exceptional combination of academics, academic support, clubs, group support, sports, and an active social community. I know who I am and the U of A has made me so excited to continue this wild journey called life, and they have brought out my true self throughout the past two years, and the next two are going to be amazing and I cannot wait.

I think what I have gotten out of attending college that is most influential to me has to do with finding who I am. I have had the opportunity to live away from home and mature and meet amazing people who are part of the reason I am who I am today. This has been extremely valuable because this University has had a large impact on my life. Everyone always talks about how wonderful their schools were, but no one is able to understand how infliential this University has been to me unless they are a fellow student or an alumni. Words and images cannot explain the experiences that are available to those on this campus and nothing beats the aspects of the University of Arizona.

I have been fortunate merely to be able to attend college as many people do not gain this opportunity. I have gotten so much out of this experience and I am so glad I came to the University of Arizona. I have met some of the most amazing people that I believe will remain life-long friends. I have been on the women's club volleyball team since my freshman year and have traveled to various cities competiting at a high level which has been a wonderful experience in itself. I was able to play in the National Championship match in Kansas City, MO my freshman year which was incredibly surreal. I have also gotten to learn from some of the best professors and look forward to the knowledge I will gain in the future. It has been extremely valuable to attend this university because of all the wonderful things I have gained as well as becoming more mature as a woman. I am so glad I chose this school and would not trade it for anything.

Note much I just started. As far as why it is important to attended, it will define my future; provide me with necessary skills to attending my future goals.

So far I have learned an immense amount of knowledge since I have been at school. In my classes I have learned so much new material that really expands my horizons. I now feel like I use more creativity and truly go outside of the box. I have also learned very fast that I cannot procrastinate to make my work something that I am proud of. My professors really support me to strive for new goals and have brought me to achieve things I never knew I was capable of achieving. Along with educational growth, I also have more common skills for living. I found out that I have to be more economical and not spend so much money! It is also very important to be social and outgoing to everyone, because you meet so many interesting people and friends that way. I have to be prompt and keep my room clean because life just goes much smoother that way. Overall, I feel I am much more independent and have grown so much as a person through college.

You just don't learn about what is inside textbooks and on the teacher's lesson plan. You learn how to be socially acceptable on your own, you learn to deal with finances in a way that you have never before. College has been an eye opener, and not only does it broaden the capacity of the mind, but it is the underlining force behind growing up. This is where you will meet life long friends, learn things you can't find in books, and appreciate everything that comes your way. College is more than just waking up and going to class, its the first step in becoming a successful individual in today's world.

The knowledge I have gained since beginning college amazes me. Not only have I learned so much from the just curricula of my classes, but I have also learned so much about myself and about how I want my life to look. I have discovered more of what is important to me, and my priorities have definitely changed. I am taking my classes much more seriously now than I was at the beginning of the semester, and I am starting to make connections between what I am learning in different classes. My mind is focused on the end goal of my college experience: to have fun, and earn a degree that will lead me in a direction that I love. So far, I am doing pretty well on those goals! What I want from the University of Arizona has become clearer and clearer the longer I stay here. I love campus, I love Tucson, and I am growing to love my classes. A college education from the University of Arizona is, for me, priceless. Its value is astounding, considering how far I've come so far.

Though I have learned a lot throughout the last three years of my college career, I find that the most important is really getting a full-fledged understanding of who I am. The majority of students enter college undefined--wanting to find the closest group to relate to; they are eager to develop their own sense of identity. After going through all of that--joining a sorority, changing majors, beginning and ending relationships--I have finally begun to understand who I am. College has helped me define myself and become a much more self-aware woman. Through that, I have also become more aware of my passion for knowledge. I entered school with the privelage of having my tuition and other expenses paid for by my parents; however, after two years of ups and downs with my academics and a near-death experience resulting from a lack of self-control and an abundance of naivity, my parents placed everything on my shoulders. Having to pay for school and being able to understand the price of a bad grade has not only made me a more responsible woman but has allowed me to appreciate school even more and know its worth.

I am currently a Business Management Major with a certificate in Sports Marketing at the University of Arizona. I plan to also obtain a double major consisting of Entrepreneurship and graduate in May of 2013. I am going abroad to various countries in the summer of 2011, in order to gain more knowledge concerning the concept of business around the world. Upon graduation I hope to attend New York University Law School and gain a degree in Sports Law or obtain a master degree in Sports Marketing. In the end, I hope to return to my home state of California and work as an agent or market for one of the major league stadiums in Southern California. I want to be able to work in the industry of sports and make it a more acceptable field for all women.

What I have gotten out of this college experience is self-exploration. I have learned to find myself and who I want to be. I dropped myself in a place where I didn't know anyone. The motivation of me moving to Orlando from the Tampa area up-and-moved to Naples before my move. My brother recieved a teaching job in Naples forcing him to move. We are 7 years apart and I wanted nothing but to be closer to him, distance and in heart. Knowing that I am all alone I have learned to cope with what I have and learn from the mistakes I will make and move on from them. College education is very valuable to me because I wasn't pushed to attend college, it was a decision of my own to accomplish and conquer.

I am attending the University of Arizona to advance my musicianship and to be given the tools to teach younger generations, enriching their lives with the power of music. I believe that fine arts are incredibly important to a child’s development because it not only allows them to experience the grandeur of musicianship, but also surrounds them in a community of solicitous and refined individuals. By advancing my education, I am not only improving my technique and pedagogical interests, but also my ability to influence future musicians. If students find my skill and ability fascinating, their very own enthusiasm for learning will enable them for endless possibilities for their future that lies ahead. The value of my attendance to college will be demonstrated in my ability to educate students.

I have met a lot of wonderful people at the University of Arizona. I have been involved in a couple groups like UA Up Close and Eller Ambassadors and in both cases, there is a great support system. In addition, the Eller College of Management has provided me with every opportunity that I could think of and then some! There is a great sense of community and the city of Tucson is extremely supportive of the school. It's encouraging to be around such a positive atmosphere!

After the first few weeks at college I realized that I needed to look out for myself; I did not have the family and friend support base I once had in Oregon. This newfound sense of independece has been the most important aspect I have experienced in college mainly because it is a segue into adulthood. Besides learning essential life lessons through college, I value this university because I need a college education to complete my career path. I am studying business and taking pre-med courses so one day I will be able to run my own medical practice. The University of Arizona has an amazing science program which has allowed me to pursue my love for science. I am extremely grateful for the ability to attend this university as I know it is a valuable opportunity that will enhance my desire to learn and one day eventually allow me to help patients as a surgeon. College, I feel, is an experience that should be available to more people in this country because it allows for a smooth transition into adulthood and provides opportunities that one cannot experience anywhere else.

Through my experiences so far at the University of Arizona I have learned a great deal about myself. I have taken a diverse amount of classes which has helped me figure out what I want to do with my life. i have learned to be diciplined and dedicated to school as well as everything I strive towards. I have made lifelong friends that I can always depend on. This campus has given me the opportunities to do anything I want to do in life. I feel very accepted at this school and know that there is always help for me when I need it. When I first came here I had no idea what I wanted to do in my future but now I can honestly say that I know I will have a great career and many opportunities waiting for me when I graduate.

I have only been attending the U of A for a short time now and I feel like I have already gained so much life experience and knowledge. I have learned so much from my professors this far because each professor has taught me their own experience with their studies on top of the course teachings. I feel better prepared for life as well because once you move away from your family two hours away you must quickly learn how to survive for youself. Coming to the U of A has been very helpful for every aspect of my life.

As a sophomore in college I still have much to experience in my academic career. Although, in the last two short years I have acquired skills and experience that I do not think I could find elsewhere. Attending an accredited university has given me the opportunity to explore my career options through hands on academic learning and a wide array of internships and outside opportunities. In three years when I am receiving my diploma, I will have gained the knowledge to truly understand my place in this world. The university consistently encourages emerging oneself into the working world, through internships, volunteer opportunities and study abroad. This is so valuable for students to single handedly experience, see and feel how the world is outside of college courses, exams and papers. This allows students to truly understand who we are and what we want for our future.

I have been able to begin to develop my academic interests in a way that always me to grasp at many different aspects of education. As a double major in both English and Biology I take classes in many different aspects of learning, which allows me to open my mind and learn in different ways. My ultimate goal of becoming a teacher is really been developed here at the University of Arizona with this ability to double major. As a teacher i wish to foster in my students a love of learning, and my ability to learn in so many different aspects will give me a broader ability to acheive this.

My college experience has been interesting, a voyage to self-discovery. I feel I have learned a lot in the past year and a half about myself, the world I live in and the people that surround me. I can't imagine what my life would be like had I not attended college, but I know one thing, I would not have the wisdom I have now. Without a college education, a college experience, I would not be able to my best. I am going to graduate as a registered nurse and I am going to make a significant contribution to this world in my own little way. I would not be able to do that without this school. Tucson has brought me a lot of joy, being in the sunny weather, eating Mexican food at least once a day, attending college classes... I am absorbing everything around me so that I can fully manifest into the person I will one day be.

I find it strange to reflect back on just these past few months, and acknolwedge the growth and maturation I've underwent. From getting into the Brain Imaging, Behavior, and Aging Lab, a research lab interested in Alzheimer's Disease to designing my own Slime Mold study in my Biology Lab, I have almost become an entirely new individual. Upon exiting high school, I could never expect these drastic changes to take place. With a campus with literally as many people as my hometown of Carlsbad, NM, I meet new individuals every day. But beyond these wonderful, eye opening experiences, I have grown close to a family of individuals whom share in the Flinn Scholarship experience. New ideas, fresh minds, and open hearts all greeted me upon my entry to college. And, it gave me a home. My college experience is more than just textbooks, testing, and papers. It's about the people and the experiences we've come to share in. From an interesting poetry session with the famed Gary Synder to a lecture on the application of Buddhism to treating addiction, I'm learning about others, and myself in the process. Learning this shaped my life.

The experiences I have had at the University of Arizona have been invaluable to me. Up to this point I have met a great variety of people who have taught me a vast amount about tolerance, friendship, acceptance, and selflessness. The classes are challenging, forcing me to reach deep within myself in order to pull through and come out a better, more critically thinking person. The programs I am involved in have exposed me to many people who are successful in their fields and are willing to share their knowledge and experiences to help open my eyes and give me a foot up when I graduate. It has been valuable to attend the University of Arizona because I will be prepared for whatever employer are seeking and I will be capable of performing at the level they desire in graduates. Overall the experience in attending the University of Arizona has made me a better, more focused person. I anticipate the time I have left will continue to challenge me and enrich my life. My experiences and what I have learned at the University of Arizona will be with me for the rest of my life.

Friends, knowledge, and a lifetime of lessons that i will take with me everywhere I go. I was able to participate in a summer study program in Leipzig, made friends, practiced language, and was able to experience another culture. You know how people say, if there is one thing you could change in the past what would it be? Well there is nothing that I would change about my experience at the University of Arizona, in a big picture sense at least. Obviously I have my disgruntled complaints about certain classes and teachers but all in all everything that I have experienced at the university has help mold who I am now. Learning to be independent live on my own, filter out friends, and all the while experiencing an excellent education, that is what the University of Arizona is all about, in my opinion at least. These are the memories that I am going to hold onto for the rest of my life, memories that I will look back on , memories that I will laugh and cry about. But most importantly, these are the memories that are t foundation of my identity.

I have learned what it means to work hard. It has been valuable to attend in order to prepare me for my future business career

I have had the best few years of my life here at Arizona and have developed lifelong relationships with lots of friends. My relationship with my school is amazing and I love the fact that I can consider Arizona my home and my university. I am part of the best public school in the nation, and 3rd best overall just behind MIT and Cornel in the MIS department. I am on the leading edge when it comes to new technology and that means the world to me because of my love for technology as a whole. It is my field and my goal in life to be immersed in it for the remainder of my life. I would never in a million years take back the experiences I have had at the University of Arizona, and am proud to say that.

I'm excited to start a career and my life.

Previously my college experience had been very limited and dissapointing. I realized I had to drag myself to classes and to the mentality that I would do what I needed to do to pass the class without retaining any information. Recently this mindset has changed drastically. I find myself enjoying my college experience and value each piece of information passed onto me. I now find myself using this information in everyday situations and cannot believe how much more efficient I have been at completing assignments. So what have I gotten out of my college experience? I have gotten a much better understanding of communication skills, organizational skills, and behavioral skills which I treasure as everyday tools which I can use to succeed as a caring human being and businessperson.

My college experience has been exciting and I wouldn't change any part of it. I'm currently a Resident Assistant with Coronado Hall with the University of Arizona Residence Life, have a part time job at BJ's restaurant off campus, am double majoring in Journalism and Political Science and have just gotten my first internship, with the help of my Poly Sci advisor, with Community Justice Boards. I feel that the University of Arizona has boosted my confidence and helped me to realize that school is the only way to succeed. With all the challenges that are ahead, I fee like I will be prepared well when I finish school.