University of Nevada-Reno Top Questions

I wish I would have known more about the campus and what it offered. Also about summer classes that were available.

How to make the big step from highschool work to college papers, tests, and exams.

Not really sure

Before attending the University of Nevada Reno, I wish I would have known the importance of a syllabus. Syllabi are not something that are highlighted on very much in high school. As an education major, I plan to implement a syllabus in my classroom one day to give students the responsibility of college, and prepare them for what is in their future.

I wish I would have known that the Professors are all softies, that way I would not have stressed so much during my first week of College.

I wish I had known more about the clubs, especially the ones that take a stand in social and political issues. I would have liked to have been a part of them but now that I've spent some time on campus, I'll know for future semesters.

can't think of anything

Before I came to the University of Nevada, Reno I wish I had known what it was like to attend such a large school. I attened a very small high school of about 250 students total. Attending a university for the first time was a huge change that I was not very prepared for. Going from knowing every student in my school by first and last name to knowing barely anyone was a scary, but very exciting experience. Although I would never trade in my small town high school days, UNR has shown me there is a lot out there.

I wish I had known that a car would have been very helpful. It gets very expensive shopping at walgreens and the student store.

I wish I had been aware of the valuing of academics by previous university administrations. Although my program was cut in the sweep of budget cuts in March, 2010, it has, luckily and wisely been reinstated. Of all the programs on this campus, this master's program is one of the more valuable to the community. I would have done additional research on the professorial staff in the program. the level of commitment is unsurpassed in professors like Dr. Christian Conte, and I would have started earlier as a graduate special.

I wish I had known how much the school was going to change within the four years I've attended. The school has recently added a new library, student union, medical building, and math/science center. I became extremely attached to the old student union because it was such a great place to meet and hang out with friends. Now I become nostalgic every time I walk by that old building. The new student union is amazing and uncomparable, but it doesn't have the "small town" feel like the old one.

I wish I would have been better planning on a career path for myself.

I made sure to research all the schools that I applied to tso I could make the right decision. When I researched IUPUI, the university I am attending now, I thought it was a perfect choice for me. It had campus apartments so I did not have to live in a dorm, a good science program, and I got directly accepted into the school of science. What I did not know was that there would not be many students on campus all the time since it is a commuter school. I wish I would have know that.

I am from Reno, so I knew a lot about this school before I decided to attend. I wish I had learning how to prioritize school before attending college, as during my freshman year I was more focused on social activities rather than my studies. Reno is a 24 hour town, and it is easy for students to become far too involved with the party/gambling scene. It can be managed, but only if school is your number one priority, as it should be.

Had I been more aware I would have taken advantage of all the opportunities this school has to offer. Anything a student could need assistance with can be found within walking distance on campus.

I wish that I would have known that you need to be organized and you need to have a good work ethic. Within the first couple of weeks I found this out but those first weeks were a strain on my strength and it made me reconcider how i viewed an education. Back in High school I was a student that didn't have to go to class to pass, but now that i am in college it is a whole new animal. Don't get me wrong i love college it is just harder taht i thought.

I did not have the opportunity to speak with an advisor before I signed up for my first semeseter classes. I think that everyone should take the time and meet with an advisor because they do make sure you are taking the right classes and classes that fit to your major. As a transfer student I never lived in the dorms. I lost the opportunity to meet and connect with people through the dorms. So I think it is important to go to orientations and any opportunity to meet new people.

I wish I would have known how costly college can really be. I would have tried to save more to help my parents out.

I wish I had known how affordable it would be. I may have attended sooner!

Nothing really. I have really enjoyed college and have learned alot in the past 4 years.

I wish highschool prepared me with better study habits. It would of helped me prioritize my time better, and give me a better hand in my study habits. I struggled at first, but after seeking help with professors and spending more time in my studying I was able to overcome that.

nothing

I wish I would have known that it is a totally different atmosphere than it was when I was in high school in Reno. It is a much more mature environment with a positive outlook on life. Meeting new people and becoming involved with the university, gave me the resources to want to succeed.

How to get scholarships.

Nothing, I have learned everything to succeed in Graduate School. I try and learn by every experience life has thrown at me.

I wish I knew that my previous GPA from almost 10 years ago would count as my cumulative. Although I maintained a 3.9 GPA for the last 2 years my cumulative is only 2.7. However I do not regret this, for I also did not have to repeat a lot of core curriculum courses.

That the advisors are COMPLETELY worth your time! They are valuable resources...take advantage of them!

That it didn't have enough sections of classes to sign up for. There isn't enough sections open for some classes. I also wish that I knew that semesters are worse than quarters. I like quarters better then semesters because you get more classes to take and you don't get bored in classes that you have to take for semesters.

About our Liberal Arts College, it has a excellent programs that I don't think most people are aware of.

I wish I had known how to get involved and the importance of getting involved right away. My first year I focused on my schoolwork, while making time for my job, family and friends. But, I wish I would have made time then to join a club. I'm glad I am getting involved in school now, though. There's over 150 different clubs at my school.

I wish I had known about financial aid so I could have started and nearly have graduated before the economy started crashing.

The expenses outside of college

I wish I would have known just how challenging a major in nutrition could be. Most people would think that a major in nutrition wouldn't be that challenging, but it is extremeley rigorous. I am not sure that I would have chosedn the same career path. I am very glad that I am almost done though.

I wish I had known that you are expected to be proactive in your studies and social life. If you want to earn good grades, you need to take the initiative. The professors here are not going to approach you about your academic progress. Also, if you want to be involved in the social life here, you need to take that first step to find out what is available and go for what interest you.

I wish I would have known that much more responsibility falls on you than ever before, yet you begin to learn SO much about yourself in doing so. I also wish I would have known that I was going to go through some tough times and wish I could just pack up and go home, but to fight it out and it will all be better in the long run.

Before I came to the University of Nevada, Reno, I wish I would have known how hard it would be to be apart from my family. College is a tremendous learning experience, since for most people it is the first time they are living away from their parents. I wish that I had known that everything I did in college (both good and bad) would stick around with me. You learn from all your experiences, and you need to think long and hard before making big decisions to ensure that you choose what is right for yourself.

I wish that I had known more about the food services and how to get into athletic events as well as clubs.

That all people want to do here is party. I don't like it.

The only thing that I wish I had known about this school before I came was how many extra curricular activities and opportunities there really are to be involved in. Many people just think we are a small school in a small town, but we actually have many good educational programs and activities on and off campus for students to get involved in.

I wish I had known that the students do not take their education seriously.

Freedom and Independence is wonderful, it will help shape the person that you wanna become...but don't let it go to your head. There's not going to be any one standing over you, making sure you do this, making sure you do that. Now it's all on you. You have to push yourself to be responsible in school and in life. YOU have to make the right choices, YOU have to take care of your own business. If you don't, then you, and you alone will suffer the consequences. Enjoy College, but enjoy responsibly.