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My mother graduated from the University of Evansville and has always instilled in me the importance of getting a college education and degree. When I chose UE, she felt assured I would receive a phenomenal, well-rounded, challenging education. In many ways, she was probably more excited than me. It wasn't until I was half-way through my first semester that I realized the value of the education I was receiving. Not only am I learning skills needed for a future career, but I am growing as a human being in my beliefs and values each and every day I am on the University of Evansville's campus. A great employee is one dedicated to their job and has passion as well. One without the other makes a mediocre or even a lacking employee. Both, however, makes an employee exceptional. For me, college has been about discovering who I am and what I am meant to do to benefit the world in which I live. I feel that college has led me in the right direction not only in choice for a career, but I have learned to understand that passion is vital in whatever it is I do.

College has been the greatest experience so far. It has given me the opportunities to find out who I really am and who I am capable of being. Personally, I feel like college is going to shape me in to who I am supposed to be. Although challenging, it has pushed me farther than I ever thought I could go and I am so grateful for that. I have grown so much as a person in my few short months on campus. College has also given me the opportunity to meet the most sincere people that I know will be life-long friends. Aside from that, being on my own has made me more independent. I know I will continue to grow inside and outside the classroom. I value my education much more than I ever have. In high school, the only thing I thought it was preparing me for was college. Now that I am here I know that college will prepare me for all the obstacles I will face in the future, and for that I am grateful. I guarantee I am a better person already simply because I decided to go to college and further my education.

The college experience has been nothing from what I expected. I was warned about how intense college was going to be compared to the easy ride of high school I had. So I caved in and believed every word and was absolutely terrified. In the end it was not as scary as I thought, it definitely is a challenge, but it is one that is manageable. I feel lucky to have taken the baby step into a community college so that I can first gain the experience that will help me strive in a university setting. It has been extremely valuable to attend for that reason, the ability to gain the knowledge of what is expected out of me as a student of higher education will be crucial when I transfer. It is also preparing me for my future by placing me in a school with people of all ages and classes that are academically challenge. I know with a college education my chances of being successful increase and as difficult as it may be, the experience is a rewarding one when it comes to being able to engage and interact with the small class sizes in my community college.

My college experience was truly a gift. I made lifelong friends and it really set me up well to apply to graduate school which I am currently in. I felt important in small classes, my teachers were all exceptionally intelligent, and I got the definition of a liberal arts education. I was able to minor as well, and travelling abroad was definitely the highlight! Evansville owns a manor house in England that looks like a castle. I feel like I attended the best of the best in my field and the people made it an experience ofa lifetime.

College has given me a completely new perspective of life. I went to a state-funded, advanced placement high school for my junior and senior year of high school. We lived on campus, made lots of new friends and studied hard. All the late nights and hard work landed me at a fantastic college with a program that my future will benefit from. Many people say college is supposed to be where you meet your best friends, and that there is time to have fun and not worry too much about your post-graduation life. I disagree with this. While college is a great place to meet people and have fun, I believe it's more about going where you want in life. By being at the University of Evansville, I have been provided a future that I can already see clearly and begin to grasp. Going to college is a privilege too many people take advantage of and waste. I don't plan on wasting mine. My college experience has made me fully trust in my work ethic and personal beliefs about what activities waste time and which help me to get ahead.

My college experience has been great because I was able to do a lot of things that some of my friends at bigger universities couldn't. I was able to study abroad in Europe at Harlaxton College which is the school's bristish campus. They paid for my education while I was away. I have met so many people that will be valuable in my future and have gotten a chance to experience more than the average college student. My university has been very open and very kind when it came down to my academic needs. They cared very much about what I wanted out of the school and what I planned to do after college. They really want to see you succeed. I have made progress at this school every since I've been here and have learned so much about myself in such a short amount of time. I plan to graduate on time and show others why the University of Evansville is such a great place to be. I was able to meet people from all over and share my experiences with them and then formed everlasting bonds. I'm still friends with them to this day.

I have met so many different people since I have started college. I come from a small town, so the diversity here in a bigger city is refreshing and interesting. I love learning about new things, whether it is in class or shopping with new found friends. I know that out of all of the schools I applied to this was the best choice. My major is hard to come by, but there are so many knowledgeable professors and upperclassmen that can help me with any question I have. This is also a semi-small campus, so it is easy to get to know your professors and your classmates. Also, I am not too far from my hometown, so I can still see my family and friends on weekends and breaks, but I am far enough away for the exhilarating sense of independence that you get from college. Knowing that I am in charge of my life and what I do with it is probably the most exciting thing I have ever felt, and I know I made the right choice for my life by attending school here.

I have learned a lot about myself since coming to college. I have learned that I can handle a lot more than I thought I could. I don't feel like the sheltered little Catholic girl who does not really know how to handle the world around her. I am becoming my own person, becoming exactly who I want to be. The knowledge I have gained about myself makes attending the University of Evansville invaluable. I also am learning a lot about the teaching profession from professors that used to be, and on occasion still are through substituting, teachers and school administrators. They know the field, and they know the constant changes being made to the education system that they can pass on to their students.

“Have fun, study hard, and do your best” my mom and dad have told me since my first day of Pre-School. Now in college, four hours away, nothing has changed except that I have learned more in the past four months than any other years combined. I am only a freshman at the University of Evansville but what I have gotten out of my college experience has been great. Out of my college experience so far, I have learned a great deal about responsibility and the importance of friends, family and my education. When I do not see my family often it is a moment to cherish when I do. Also, I have grown up because of living on my own. I have met many people who are helpful to know when trying to apply for jobs. I am getting a better education than I could have gotten at other schools in the area. All of the faculty and administrators make sure their students are receiving the best help on any problems or questions they have. They truly care about each and everyone one of us which has made me value my education more.

My college experience has given me confidence in my academic ability and in my ability to excel at any task that I put my mind to. As I progress through my classes, I become more determined to reach and even exceed all of my educational, career, and life goals. My college experience has also instilled in me an appreciation for learning not only for academic success but for the sake of personal knowledge. It has been valuable for me to attend college because it has given me the tools and skills, including both study skills and communication skills, to reach the goals that I have set for myself. Attending college has also allowed me to be exposed to new experiences, rare opportunities, and different types of people that I may not have encountered if I had not made furthering my education a priority. This exposure has taught me new things about my own personality, such as my ability to deal with difficult situations, and has helped me to appreciate the unique characteristics of other individuals.

As a freshman in college, I am just beginning to see all the possibilities the future holds! I am realizing that not only do I need to attend college to earn a degree that will allow me to have a job that I love and that will support my family, but college is a needed transition between high school and the "real world." It is a self discovery, through living on your own, making your own schedule, and making your own decisions as well as delving inside yourself to find out who you truly are. I am receiving a great education at my college that will prepare me for my future career, but most importantly, I am learning life skills that will help me in every aspect of my future. College is a valuable experience that I will savor for four years as I learn from my experiences, professors, and classmates. College is a beneficial choice at any age to advance in an ever changing world, but I feel it is especially valuable to attend out of high school, so the transition into the "real world" may be smoothed by college itself, and making discoveries every day is an adventure.

College has been one of the most valuable experiences of my entire life. I have been pushed to do things far out of my comfort zone, forced to work harder than I ever have before, and challenged for what I believe in. Through this I have grown so much as a person. My professors have shaped the way I think about the world and have given me a desire to learn more. For once in my life, I am confident in myself and in who I am growing up to be. I have found my place in this world, and I now see my purpose. Before coming to college, I was blind to this. I was blinded by doubt and worry, and was unable to truly be myself. Without a college education, I would not be the person I am today.

So far, being a college freshman with only half of one semester under my belt, I can't deny the growing maturation of not only my attitudes toward life, but also the way I think. I feel as though I have always had a good outlook on things, but going to the University of Evansville has, in a sense, nurtured my thoughts and pushed them farther down the maturity road. My thoughts are now describable by my actions and vice versa, and my actions have responsibilities. My ability to handle tough situations and critical thinking has been provoked to new levels. My ability to think with diversity in mind and to act on those thoughts has also broadened my spectrum to entertain thoughts relative to others, not just my own. To say my college experience is valuable is an understatement, it is invaluable.

I have learned to become responsible for myself. Here I have to take care of myself, make sure I take care of what needs to be done, and manage myself better. My parents aren't with me to do everything for me anymore. I have to do my own work, do my own laundry, shop for myself, take care of things when things go wrong, and learn what is okay and what is not. So far, its been a great experience. I feel like I am truly learning about how to become an adult. College isn't just for a degree.

When entering a university class many students become intimidated when they learn that their college professor has an actual PhD in their field of study because the students know that their professor is passionate and educated enough to not only teach the course but also back up their claims and assumptions with scholarly documents and facts. Even though some professors believe that they are "all-knowing" because of their advance degree the truth is that college professors are human being like the students they teach. They can also be misinformed or even uninformed on certain topics in their field of study. In many of my classes, including my liberal arts and science courses, the professors would often open a discussion on whatever subject we were studying. Of course in the beginning of each semester only a handful of students would be "bold" enough to speak up, but over time as we grew comfortable with the professors more and more students began to speak until eventually every student in every class would join the discussions. PhD professors do deserve much respect for all their hard work, but they are not gods; learn this and you can be successful.

I would tell myself to enjoy the moment more, because high school does not last forever, and I will never see some people I enjoyed being with again. I wish I would've solidified my friendship with a few people I have fallen out of contact with, just because it is so easy to not make the effort or time. Keeping old ties is important, but in college, branching out and discovering people you like, being surprised by who you did not expect you would like, and learning to live with those you may not like is vital. I would also tell myself to keep an open mind, and although you might be nervous, remember that everyone else is too. Above all, I would tell myself to think of college as something to look forward to. Do the best you can in your last year of high school, love it while it lasts, and remember that college can be something you'll love too.

I have an Associates of Science degree focused on Physical Therapist Assistant that I received from Vincennes University in May 2009. I attended VU for three years before transferring to the University of Evansville. I am now considered a sophomore in the Athletic Training Education Program. I was 1 of 12 selected to participate in the program for the graduating class of 2012. If I could go back and speak to myself as a high school senior, I would have went straight to UE. By going to UE first and skipping VU, I could have double-majored and had both degrees in 4 years versus the 6 years it will now take me. UE is more expensive but I could have been ready for the real world quicker. Also, I commuted to both VU and UE. If I could change it, I would have lived in the dorms my first two years in order to gather a larger "college" experience; eating in the dining hall, having a roommate, showering in the dorms, etc.

As a high school senior, I lived life inside the walls of my high school and my home. Despite what I thought at the time, I was not truly aware of much beyond those peripheries. Now, as a college freshman, I am conscious of the larger picture and my perspectives have changed greatly. If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself not to be afraid of the unknown variables in life. In high school, college is a vaugely defined entity with many stereotypes placed upon it that can be daunting to high-schoolers. I would like to go back and tell myself that, just like all things in life, college is what each individual makes of it. I would tell myself not to pass up any opportunities which would result in expanding my horizons of knowledge and experience, but I would also assure myself that college is a time for discovery, knowledge, forging new relationships, and most importantly, FUN! I think that I would conclude by telling myself that in time, college will feel more like home than home does, and it's the best experience so far!

Dear High School Anna, I've come from the future to prepare you for college life as a single mom. Prepare yourself for a major transition from high schooler to single college mom. Think about the future you desire for your child and the support needed to achieve your goals. Your parents will be your strongest support financially and emotionally. Being a mom is a huge task in itself, but being a teen college mom is a unique adventure. Begin researching many scholarships, and applying to as many schools as possible that provide online courses for credits toward your nursing degree. Once accepted, meet with the nursing college advisor and write out your college plan. Be realistic about the challenges of being a single mom. Become organized so you will have less stress when your baby comes. Prepare a schedule so you'll have more time to study when the baby naps or when you have a babysitter. Take many notes and study them daily. Communicate with your professors regularly about crucial material for the exams. Stay focused on your goal to graduate and to set a responsible path for your little one to follow. Sincerely yours, College Anna

There I was--a senior in high school not really knowing where life was going to take me. I was the first generation of college student in my family so I had no idea what to expect. I wasn't sure if college was right for me or if I was smart enough to succeed. As graduation neared, my fear of failure began to evolve into an perpetual dread of college. Looking back at it now I regard my fears as childish and outlandish. Within the first few days of my college career I was greeted with open arms by the faculty and students and set on a course to succeed in my future. If I could change my lack of motivation in high school I would have taken more difficult classes and taken the SAT and ACT numerous times. College opens new doors and opportunities and committing to the University of Evansville was undoubtedly the best decision of my life.

Botany is an evil class. Be sure to actually focus and take notes by hand (you'll remember better... in the weird way we do)! Study for the exams longer than cramming the night before! Know more than the bare minimum, becuase those short answer questions are detailed orriented! Same goes for chemistry! Study and actually DO the practice problems for the exams. You make a lot of tiny mistakes that kill your test grades! Doing that will keep your stomach from eating itself while waiting for final grades. Other than that, good job on being able to wake up to your alarm clock and get to your 8 o'clock classes on time.

Don't waste time and study hard for your SAT's and your ACT. It makes it easier when you finish your high school career with a high GPA as more doors will open. Don't place all your efforts in your sport as it is the GPA that will get you noticed. You need to be chosey on the school you pick, taking into consideration cost, distance and type of educational program offerred.

If I could talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself that it is going to be tough, but it will be worth it. The hours are long, the pay is non-existant, but in the end, you will have a very successful career and be helping people. Try not to waver on your decisions, go with your gut feeling. Try to get some observation hours at the hospital so that you won't have to stress out about them once you finally decide what you want to do. You are a smart person, yet stubborn. Ask for help when you need it, don't wait until you are so far behind that you will never make it back. Put your full effort into everything you do and go to bed before midnight. 8am classes really are as bad as you have been told; avoid them at all costs. Work out every day, you will regret not going to the gym. Go out and make new friends, but you will understand when the time comes, what you need to do. The cute blonde boy in your FYS class isn't as weird as he seems.

Go for it and never second guess yourself. Give your heart credit.

If I could journey back to my high school days, I wouldn't have enough time to cover all areas of advice. The most important thing I would tell myself is not to pick my school based on the financial aid package offered. I picked my current school based on the financial aid, and I often find myself wondering if I am truely happy. Chose where you want to be, then work hard, and apply for scholarships to get yourself there. The next essential advice I would give myself is to manage my time better. Don't waste days sleeping. Most of your extra time should be spent studying. If you don't study you grade point average will fall, and it is a lot easier to let it fall than to bring it back up. If you work hard in the beginning you can rest more in the end. Lastly, don't be intimidated because you are the minority. You have every right to be here. You got into this school with good grades just llike everyone else. Take advantage of every opportunity given to you. These why words are what I needed coming into college as a freshmen.

The most important thing I could tell highschool senior self is to always be on top of what needs to get done to work towards my degree and to not procrastinate. Procrastination is the nemisis of success and it will keep holding you back in college. You might be able to wiggle through high school and get good grades and still procrastinate but not in college. Here you are completely in charge of where you take yourself and how successful you are. Also looking at college as your training for your career as a professional in steat of just another school you have to get through really puts the experience in perspective of what it really is: training. You want to be prepared and ready and hirable when you graduate so you have to really work for it.

If I had the power to advise my high school self, I would give myself very simple advise: believe in yourself and trust your abilities. During my senior year of high school, I had a low self-esteem that had been battered by an eating disorder. Two years later and fully recovered, I turn my negative energy into positive things, like art projects. My former self was afraid of failing, so I chose to not take chances. Consequently, I missed out on a lot of opportunities, like a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Germany. However, in college I have made up for lost time. In the past two years, I have joined an honor?s fraternity, Phi Theta Kappa, where I served as president. I also was the president of student government which provided many wonderful opportunities to proudly represent my school. All two-and-a-half years of my college career I have made Dean?s List. Never did I think that I, the quiet and insecure girl, would ever be able to accomplish such feats. I truly feel that I have developed into the person that I always wanted to be because I now believe in myself.

College is not a joke. When they say you need to take it seriously, you really should. You actually do have to study in college, no matter how many tests you aced without studying in high school. Studying is important, only then will you earn the grades that you want. Do not study 24/7, you need a social life or you could seriously go insane. Craming may work for some people, but looking over your notes daily is much better preperation for tests. Your professors do care about you and you should take the time to get to know them. You will need them one day when you decide you are through with school and ready to find a career job. Get to know your classmates as well, even though you thought it was impossible to study with other people, it is a great idea to gather information and prepare for tests with them. When mom tells you to get over it and write the essay for a scholarship, do it. The reward is great and it lifts a huge weight off your shoulders.

Be outgoing and open to meeting new people. Find friends that have the same interests, good study habits, and are religous. Look for a boyfriend, but do not get obsessed with it because the right guy will find you. Do not join a sorority the first year, but wait a year and then decide if joining one is really for you. Choose a school that will allow you to study abroad and travel every weekend, like Harlaxton. Traveling around Europe will be the best experience of your life and will help you understand the world around you. You will truly learn who you are and what is important to you while you are traveling. Take advantage of every opportunity to meet new people and make new friends.

I would tell myself to just be myself and go for it. People will love you and you will make great friends. Don't hold back and make sure you stick to your values, don't let anyone change who you are.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would do it in a heartbeat, but I would only have two things to say. I would tell my highschool self to learn how to drive sooner, so that I could get an afterschool job in order to save up money. I would also tell myself that I need to try my darnest to get my ACT scores up to a thirty at the least. Coming here to the University of Evansville has been everything I've wanted in a college experience and more. It's opened up doors for me and it has encouraged me to be the person who I was afraid to be at home. This school has also challenged me educationally, and leadership-wise. I would tell my highschool self those two things because I have everything at this school but the money I need to keep attending it, and if I had just done those things then, I wouldn't have to be so stressed out searching everywhere for scholarships.

The advice that I would give myself would be to just go for it. When I was in high school I did not want to make the wrong decision about the college that I was going to choose to go to. My mother was worried about money and that was why i decided to go to a community college before attending a university. This may be good for some people, but I feel like it would have been easier for me to transition if I had just gone for it and went off to college like I really wanted to do. The reason why I say this is because I would have been able to meet more people and become closer to my fellow students because I would have entered the univeristy as a freshman just as they did.

I would go back in time and tell myself to get my act together. When I first came to college, I did not study for exams and I went out a lot. I would describe some of my stories and things that I have done over the following years. Most importantly I would tell myself not to worry. College is not as scary as some people think. It is like the next step from high school where you get a better glimpse of the real world. Yet, you have the security of new friends (that are somehow closer to family) that keep you sane and make sure you enjoy every bit of life that is thrown at you. College is when you learn who you are and who you are going to become. You realize what's important and who never really measured up to be in your life. If I could go back, I would save the best for last. I would tell myself to most importantly have fun! Don't stress about the horrible week that you have coming up, take one night just to relax with friends or go out. Take life day by day and live!

I would tell incoming students to first visit the campus. Campus visitation allows the student to get the feel of the college atmosphere and if it feels like a fit. Next, while deciding between the final two or three colleges, make pros and cons lists. Have a good idea about what you want in a school; see if the school has the major or several majors that interest the student, think about what size college appears admirable, and whether the student is interested in a school that is renowned for education or partying. Once arriving on campus, get involved in what interests the new student. Although academics is held high, try not to become someone who only studies. Balance time between studying, meeting people, and having fun. Also, networking is extremely important; do not cling to high school friends. Put yourself out there and make as many new friends as possible! College is considered a student's best years, so make the most of it. Enjoy all the different aspects of college, but don't enjoy them too much to where academics gets pushed to the bottom of the list. Keep in mind, the first priority is school!

Don't go for the schools that are the most well-known. Sometimes the smaller schools can be the perfect fit.

Join groups or clubs that you wouldn't usually join. Get involved in everything your schedule allows. Never waste a moment, and enjoy life.

look for a college that offers the most diversity in the field in which you want to learn more about

Go visit all the schools you apply to, don't make any decision with out visiting all the schools. Honestly look at prices of tuition and the amount of financial aid that the school is offereing. Many times the amount will increase as you continue through your education. Make sure that the school you are inerested in has groups and organizations that interest you, it is very important to find places to get invovled with on campus. Once you have decided on a college and you have begun your freshman year, make sure you make an effort to go to many different activities. College can be the best time of your life but if you do not make an effort to find those friends and organizations to get invovle in you will be left in your room. College wont seek you out to meet you, as a freshman or a new student you need to go out and meet the people to make the most of the college experience.

Go to a school that moves you. I thought about Evansville but was hesitant because I had another school in mind. Then, I went to their annual Road Trip event and made friends I still have today. When I saw the campus through my eyes and not my mothers, I was sold. This is a decision that will affect the rest of your life. You need to be the one making it.

Of course you need to be sure the college you choose has the academic major(s)/courses and/or sport(s) that you intend to pursue. Beyond that simple qualifier, the most important thing to look for in a school is comfort. You need to find a school where you can be as independent as you want to be; you also need to be able to be as dependent as you want to be. You need to be sure to find a school where you can communicate with old friends and where you can make new friends. You need to be able to get work done at your school, but you also need to be able to relax and have fun. Of the schools where you feel comfortable that have your major(s), your courses, and your sport(s), you can't go wrong. Once you've narrowed down this far, my advice is to choose the one that will cost you the least amount of money.

First and foremost, students and their parents have to prioritize their needs and wants. Not all colleges offer the same benefits, obviously, but after weighing what each potential college has to offer, one can better have an idea as to the right match. What is the student's desired major? This is also a huge factor in deciding which university to attend; is the program at the school high-quality and does it offer opportunities in research and internships? Academia comes first, so you want one that offers a variety of benefits, a low student-to-teacher ratio, and a plethora of scholarships to help ease the financial stresses that always come with attending college. The main point is to weigh the benefits of each college in order to find the best fit for the student and his/her parents.

Deciding a college to attend can be very confusing and difficult. When searching for a college keep your options open. You may decide to change your major after you have begun school. Pick two or three different majors and then looks for schools that specialize in those majors. Look for a strong academic institution because in the end the reputation of the school will help you in your job search more than the quality of the recidence halls or the activities of the greek life. If you are unsure of a major, look for a solid liberal arts school, because this will give you the most rounded education and also give you the most options in finding a major and ultimately a career that you enjoy and can thrive in. Once in college remember that academics are important, but so is the experience of college. Do not worry only about your grades, make sure you leave time for friends and a social life. Make responsible choices, but also have fun along the way. Always remember that you are spending a lot of money to be in this institution so you should not waste it.

The best way to attain a feel for how the college really is, is to visit the university and talk extensively to current students who will be completely and totally honest.

Visit, visit, visit - and sit in on classes.

College is about finding the path in life that fits best with who you are. I didn't know what I wanted to do when I entered college and it took me three semesters to figure it out. I considered several different majors, all having aspects that I really enjoyed learning about. However, it wasn't until I sat down and talked things through with a career counselor that I began to really understand what would work best with me. Now, I've taken charge of my college career. I am solid in my choice of major and how to get where I want to go. I know the experiences that I need not just for my benefit but also for my future job. I am very secure in what I am doing and where I am going. I think the key to all of this is to not be afraid of not knowing what you want to do. Don't be afraid to make the journey that college offers! There's so much to learn and enjoy and experience; don't hold yourself back.

Make sure to schedule a private tour- open houses often are 'show'. Private tours give more of a personalized feel for the campus.

Parents: Step back. Allow your students to make this decision on their own. If you must, suggest a variety of schools within a reasonable price range. Money is the only determinant you should be concerned with in this process, other than encouraging your students to do this alone. Students: Choose a college that will challenge you and make you feel slightly uncomfortable, whether this means being away from home and familiar people, learning to live with a roommate, or learning to coincide with people of different races and religions. Search deep within yourself to see what your you would be able to handle because you don't want to make yourself so uncomfortable that you hate your decision. Once at college, get involved in something?Greek Life, Religious Life, a volunteer organization, intramurals?anything. Talk to your professors, cooks/servers in the cafeteria, and maintenance men. The people will make or break your experience. Even if the first days or weeks are tough, hang in there. Push through any immediate discomforts and hesitations. Make the most of it. Everything will improve if you maintain a positive attitude. My mother always says, ?Faith it until you make it.?

Make sure to visit and go by how you feel, not what the name of the school is, this is what helped lead me to where I am the happiest I have every been in my whole life!

Colleges have their own personalities and so do students. You should try to find a college which has a personality that compliments the student's own personality. Not a match, but a compliment. You will thrive, not in world that is catered to your weaknesses, but rather in a world that will push you past your weaknesses. Gool Luck.