University of West Georgia Top Questions

I feel that I am accomplishing something great by attending this university. I believe that my degree will help me succeed in the business world. Everybody is great at The University of West Georgia, including the teachers, students, staff and everybody in between.

From my college experience I was able to get a stronger skill set that will help me in the future. It allowed me to become a greater time manager. I am able to manage my time wisely and be able to keep up with my assignments. This allows me to have success in the classroom. Another part of my skill set that has increased is my study habits. I have found out what works for me and am able to properly study and do successful in all the tests that I take. I was able to interact with people because of college and now I think I have attained a greater people skills mentality. This will help me in the future when I am looking for a career after I graduate college. It is valuable to attend college because it enhances your skill set for future careers. College makes you into a more successful and knowledgeable person when it comes to life. It will help you become a successful person in life but also make you meet great teachers and friends. This also allows you to network with people so that could help you get a job in the future.

I believe that the college experience will make me aware of myself and other much more so than before . In the little time that i have been here , I have learned valuble lessons and i look forward to discovering more about myself in the years to come .

So far i have gotten professors who are reasonable and understanding who also take their job seriously, which allows me to receive better knowledge and a better education.

A new look on life.

In college, I learned a lot about myself. I learned that I actually like school and that I can do something with my life that I actually love. While I was in school, I had bills to pay so I had to keep up a full time job. So I learned how to balance my time and stretch every dollar. With out this experience, I never would have grown up as much as I have.

My college experience started with uncertainty. I felt loss and unsure about what I truly wanted for my future. Then I attended my first class and I know that I was definitely in a foreign land. My classmates were older and more focused. I questioned my talent and my abilities. But as I completed assignments and received feedback from my peers I start to settle. We had something in common...art. We had our own style in the delivery of our art. They understood my projects and their critiques were helpful. I am more focused and I have a sense of belonging due to our common interests. Prior to my first semester I questioned my path in college. At this time I am flexible and willing to taylor my college life to suit my passions in life. I love the expression of life through art and it will be a great part of my future. I value my brief experience so far because I know that regardless of the feelings of insecurity I am still in control of by destiny and all I have to do is endure and remain open.

Since graduating high school in 2009, I had my fears about college: 1)Will my roomates like me? 2)Will I like my classes? 3)Will I do well at all? These questions were answered within the first month after I moved in with my roomates. I am glad that I decided to move out on my own because it gave me a chance to be independent and start fresh with new surroundings and environments. It turned out that me and my roommates had a lot in common and had the same questions I did. I came into college knowing that I wanted to be a Geology major. Since I love geology, my classes actually motivated me to continue on and learn more about it. This answered question number two. At the end of Spring semester 2010, I realized that I was doing quite well, the geology department knows me by name, I am an active member of the Geoscience Club, and this coming Fall I am in line for an internship as a research assistant. Despite my fears, college is very valuable, and I plan to continue on and go into graduate school.

"An experience of a life time," that's what the former graduates and professors I encountered replied when asked to assess their nature of the college experience. Since I've heard those six words its has been an ALL OUT ADVENTURE when it comes to the academic relm. As I have studied the various programs and attempted to narrow down a certain career path for myself, I have found that I enjoy most everything many univesities have to offer. Being able to pick a couse within the various programs and assure the quality intake of my major course of study has been the most exciting part of my college experience. I most enjoy meeting the professors in each of the departments and gaining the knowledge they have to offer. I love to learn various ways to become and ideal student and individual, and I have found that becoming more familiar with the faculty and their chosen paths as well as ways to venture from those chosen paths is a great way to get to know people, network , and communicate. Overall, I have learned that communication is key in school.

College is commonly referred to as "a place to find yourself," and that is exactly what I want to continue doing. I wish to gain the experience and knowledge needed to obtain and excel at a computer programming job; although, this was not my original goal when starting college. I found out that the aspects I enjoyed about being a Mathematician can also be found in Computer Science, which I find more rewarding. Also I have realized that I could be wrong about something for almost my entire life: I thought for sure that no matter what I'd be in the Mathematics field, and yet this is no longer the case. Through the remainder of my college years, I'd like to continue exploring, harnessing, and improving the organized, loving, and dependable woman that I've found myself to be.

My college experience has made me a more indepentent person. I live in a dorm so I had to learn how to do things for my self. I am a more outgoing person now. My new friends made me a more open person. I believe that my college experience was became valuable when i realized how much new material i was learning. Thanks to my professors i understand the point of core classes. Core classes are required to become well rounded in other subjects. It is important to be an intelligent individual by the time you graduate.

It seems as if I've waited forever to get serious about returning to college. My first semester back was part-time since I continued to work full-time. I wondered if I could still learn, if I would be able to relate to students and possibly professors who could be younger than myself. The Fall Semester in Idaho is one that deals with cold and snow, but I enjoyed walking across campus between classes and looked forward to the camaraderie in the classroom. I was immensely pleased with a perfect score on my introduction to computers class. I changed my degree focus to include the strength that I have in computer technology. I hope my success at college can encourage other non-traditional adults who are kicking around the idea of whether or not to return to college.

I am so glad that I have attended the University of West Georgia and became a member of the Greek Life Community. Because I became a Greek I was of course able to enjoy the fun social part of college, but when my grades started to slip because of my "oh so valuable social life", my sorority sisters were the ones who kicked my butt into gear and made me get into that library and improve my gpa. My sorority was the reason I became involved on campus by becoming an Orientation Leader, a member of Order of Omega, Rho Lambda, and many other campus organizations. My involvement on campus became the reason why I was selected as UWG's 2009-2010 Homecoming Queen and also the reason why I became the 2009-2010 Greek Woman of the Year. In my time in college, I have grown so much as an individual! I realized my full potential as a person, leader, student, and most importantly friend. Attending UWG and joining Delta Delta Delta has been the best experience of my life and I can honestly say I never want to let my college years go!

I would tell myself how important it is to hold yourself to a higher level of accountability. I would tell me to improve my level of integrity and don't do anything that you would not want the whole world aware of. Many things that you gain can be easily taken from you, but your integrity and education are yours forver. Live honestly and strive to be the best person you can while encouraging those around you to do the same. I would show mw how long one statement can linger in the memory and encourage more positive ones and remove the negative ones. I would remind myself that adulthood is permanent and childhood is outgrown. I would enjoy each day and never wish them away. I would tell myself to appreciate the people round me and make sure that they knew it.I would tell me to set goals and work toward improvement everyday.

High school life is preparation, college life is reality. You have to be ready to take on the world and face challenges that you think may be a block to your life, divide it, and conquer it. The work is harder, and the teachers, well they're not like your teachers, they'll help you throughout the journey anyway they can, but they are not going to hold your hand. They're not going to remind you about missing assignments, they're not going to remind you of upcoming tests and quizzes you need to study. If anything, they're not even going to remind you to come into class. Remember the days where you didn't go to school and the principal would call your parents and tell them you didn't attend class; well that doesn't happen in college. If you skip, that's your loss; if you decide to go out to that night club knowing you have a test the next day, that's on you. They're not doing because they don't care, it's to prepare you of how careers are. So good luck and strap on for this rollercoaster ride!

The number one rule for success in college and beyond is: Get involved. The awesome thing about this advice is that each person can determine his or her own definition of success. Whether you come from a long line of Greeks and want to pledge the same frat as your father or whether you are a theatre nerd who is in love with Broadway musicals, getting involved in something you enjoy will impact every aspect of your college career. College has so many opportunities for growth, but those will pass you by if you are sitting alone in your dorm room! Take advantage of the myriad chances to learn something new, strengthen your current skills and make friends along the way. Attend the seminars given by your career development center, take on a leadership position in a club you are passionate about, sit down and talk with your professors in office hours, and be sure to make some time for yourself. Getting involved will make you a stronger individual all-around. Socially, you will discover people who enjoy similar activities. Academically, you will thrive. And overall, you will discover yourself and what makes you feel successful and fulfilled.

Don't take college for granted. It is not like high school. There are many different types of people and activites that bring everyone together. They show everyone what they have in common and allow everyone to not see themselves as colors, religion, gender or orientation, but as college students; as the future.

Dear self, As you start college, you may find things a little confusing at first. However, you'll be just fine within 2 weeks. You'll meet friends, some of those you'll keep around, and some will fade away. Always be considerate to your roommate and you two will get along great. You will get to decide when to study, eat, or play. You'll find college different from high school. No one here cares how you are dressed. If you can ace that test, then you'll feel amazing in those sweatpants! Remember your education is most important. You will make mistakes along the way, but I have confidence in you that you will find solutions to them quickly. I also cannot stress studying enough. You can automatically think, "I have awesome grades right now in high school and I don't ever study." Lose that mindset as soon as you can. You will spend hours in the library, but don't worry, you will actually enjoy your efforts! No words of wisdom from a college student will give you what you will experience. Stay true to yourself, and work hard. I believe in you! Love, self.

This question is simple. If I were able to go back in time to talk to my high school self I would say... Trust in yourself! Live life to the fullest! I would tell my high school self to work on my study skills because college requires more focus than I was used to. I would suggest making an effort to stand out in class, ask and answer questions so that the professors will remember you. I would tell myself not to worry about making friends or having a social life because at this university everyone is welcoming. I would recommend to stay involved in clubs and organizations, because it not only helps to make friends but to gain leadership roles. I remember being in high school stressing out about all of the responsiblities I thought I wasn't prepared for, but now I could easily tell myself not to be stressed because everything comes natural. College not only helps you further your knowledge but it teaches you to grow up and to become independent. I would remind myself that everything is possible and to accept challenges as well as stand out.

Since I am technically a high school senior right now, I will imagine talking to myself as a high school sophomore. Honestly, I don't feel like I have much advice to give; I was well-prepared and definitely ready for college life, which is why I left high school early. Time management, however, is something I should have thought out before diving into college. My first semester involved alternating 8 and 9 o'clock classes and not a lot of sleep. By now, my forth semester, I usually get eight or nine hours of sleep every night. I would also suggest not taking major-specific classes and instead focusing on core curriculum the first year. I took a few classes that will now not count for anything. True, taking them helped me decide what not to major in, but I would have found my preferred major without using up those class spaces that I could have used for core classes. College life is something you simply have to experience though; I could have told myself anything, but the only way to learn is by experience. Maybe the transition could have gone smoother, but I found myself a little bit.

If I could go back and give myself advice as a high school student I think I would have numerous information. It being my third year of college I feel like I have gone through a lot. I would definitely tell myself to be involved on campus wheter it is SGA, a sorority/ fraternity, or other groups on campus, because your college experience is really what you make of it. I would also tell myself to stay focused on school. Sometimes when you are really involved on campus your focus on academics can fall to the side. One of the most important advice I would give would be to be smart with your money. College can be really expensive and as you continue it can add up, so always think twice before you buy something that you just might not need. I think the overall advice I would have to give is to make sure you are happy where you are in life, because everything else can fall to the side if you are not.

Joshua, be prepared to read constantly and don't be afraid to get out and explore. Everyone is in your samoe shoes and you have to make the first move. Go forth and begin again.

If I could go back in time I would tell myself to listen to the advice my parents will give me about the focus that I need to give to succeed in college. I would tell myself that the next step will be harder than the last and if I take my focus and hardowrk off my goal it will be harder to turn things around. I would tell myself to have a plan for everything and never put off what I can do today tomorrow.

Go online and apply for the scholarships now, while you are still a senior. I know that you want to wait for after high school to start looking, but most scholarships found require you are a high school senior. Oh and don't worry about the process of trying to find scholarships it's pretty easy. All you have to do is stay with it, do not over think about or linger on it too long. Also think about your future in a basic level, meaning have it on your mind, go foward with what you feel, and the choice can change. Remember your mission is not to find your purpose, yet at least but to go to school where you can do what you do. Believe in what you feel is a calling to you if it's not then go on to the next thing. Remember to be watchful of your surroundings, listen, and relax. On the note make sure you go to the college websites and fill out the infomation required carefully. If you need anyone's help at school let them help you now. Nevertheless do what suites you if you make a mistake fix it.

The advice i would give myself is that not every college is the same, and to understand that college isn't a joke. While I was picking colleges during my senior year, i took it as a joke. I thought that almost college was the same, and each and every one would be fun. But to my notice, it wasnt. If I was to go back in time, i would tgell myself to carefully look at each of my college choices, and be wise about the decision I wanted to make. Next I wouldnt take college as a joke. When i first started college I found it to be relatively easy, and didnt go to class or study. Which really hindered me in the long run. I believe that I can do better this semester because i went through my phase already.

While in high school, we all hear about how much fun college is and how much freedom we all come into, just by attending college. While some of this passed down information is true, it is most definitely not the whole truth! Don't get me wrong, college can be a blast, and very freeing but there is much more that comes to mind when I think about my college experience. If I could go back in time and talk to my high school senior self, I would say brace yourself. Brace yourself for the amount of responsibility you obtain, and the self motivation you need to perservere in college. Teachers rarely remind you to do your homework. No one is watching your attendence to take care of you; they watch your attendence to see if they are going to drop you from the class. Handouts and worksheets in class are virtually non-existent. Everything you need for your classes are online and the responsibility for reading the handouts or printing what you need for the class is all yours! College is a time for fun, freedom, but most of all, responsibility.

I would make sure that my younger self would take piano lessons to better prepare for the piano placement test as well as knowing all the basic information about music notation and theory. To also be prepared to study harder than ever before; less sleep and meal time to focus on graduating with the knowlege of a professional to adapt better the societie's work world.

If I could go back and talk to myself while still in high school I would get straight to the point. I would tell myself stop fighting, stop interupting the teaacher and stop getting in trouble outside of school. You need to do better if you want to succeed in life. You need to be more focused. Instead of not knowing what scholarships and college is, look it up stop being lazy. Start working on college and scholarships early so you can relax during the last semester of your senior year. Keep up the good work but remain focused in and out of school. You will go through some hard times but keep your family close and never lose your vision of success. Last but not least, college will be an great experience for you; you will meet all sorts of diverse people. Remain focused, do not party alot, even though you hardly party anyways, and do your best never give up. I know you seeing yourself from the future may freak you out a little bit but just believe me and you will do good and do not tell anybody they will think youre weird.

I would tell myself to prepare to be an adult, and not to take advantage of the freedom that is so easily given. I would also told myself not to skip class just because I made A's in the classes, because in college you just cant skip class and talk the professor in giving you make up or extra credit work to help you get the grade that you want. In college you have to work hard for what you want, and rely on yourself and no one else to make sure your work gets done efficiently and effectively.

Dear High School Tiffany, When you enter college, you are going to notice that everything you learned in high school is going to be very valuable in college. So take advantage of everything that your teachers are teaching you. Also, all those "friends" that you think are your "friends" are not going to be significant in college. Take advangtage of all the opportunites that the school provide, because they are going to help you in the long run. OH! Apply, Apply, Apply!!! for every scholarship out there because that money is going to be needed for books, classes, food, and things like that. Come on Tiffany! Work your hardest and do your absolute best on everything; and get to know your teachers and principle even more, so they can write great recomendation letters!! ((don't forget to stay involved in school activites, THEY LOOK GREAT ON APPLICATIONS!!)) Love, Futuristic College freshman Tiffany

The advice I would give myself if I were a high school senior again would probably be to be more open in selecting my college. When looking into colleges, don't worry about how close to home that school is, but look at the more important things like majors, tuition and classes available.

First, I would tell myself to study a little bit everyday, because it would make life a lot easier. Second, put all your energy into your English class and the essays because you will not get the grade you want without putting sufficient time and energy in that class. Besides those two things, loosen up, relax some, and have a few fun days with your friends cause it will be a tremendous help with stress.

I would tell myself: "Start off strong as a freshman in college. Don't waste your first year partying constantly and indulging in foolish freedoms. Instead, focus on being the best in school by studying hard and getting involved in extracurricular activities and volunteer work. Achieve a 4.0 your first year and try your best to maintain it. Get organized and balance your time well. Make use of professors' office hours. Make sure they know you by name since you will need recommendations for medical school. Have a chat with the Dean from time to time; after all you are going to graduate summa cum-laude. Take some honors classes -- no one said college is easy. It is not too early to start thinking about internships. This will be an advantage as you will always be one step ahead of everyone else. Shadow doctors and talk to professionals/students in the field. If you have the opportunity to travel then travel. Don't let the work consume you. Continue to sing, dance and have fun! The work gets harder every year but do not get discouraged. Remain focused and know that it will be worth it in the end." :)

The advice i would give myself if i could talk to myself as a senior would be to save money! I went to college with a few hundred bucks in my pocket and blew it all in the first couple of weeks. You just need to suffer for a year or two before you leave so you will have money to live on when you get to college. Parents can't take care of everything, they can't take care of you forever. Im not even talking about money for spending, just the expense of living and the small things you need to be hygenic and organized add up. It costs a lot more than you would think. Also eating is a concern, meal plans only cover a certain number of meals a week and are insufficient. Once again the advice i would give my senior self is to save money before college instead of blowing it on luxuries.

I am back in 1993 and a lot of time has lapse. I am an up and coming senior that is not prepared for college. I would advice myself to start at a junior college before adventuring off to an university. A larger college will offer many more distractions. I often found myself wondering off campus to parties and not studying. My grades were not acceptable and my life was put on hold by the choices that I had made. So, if I could do it all over agiain, then I would start at an junior college to get informed about life and its unexpecting situations.

I would most definitly tell myself to enjoy being a senior. The college life is nice, but there is alot more responsibility. Also do not party the whole time, make sure you're priorities are in line. Another thing is don't put to much on your plate because that leads to stress and emotional breakdowns later in the semester. Also study a little bit each night that way you retain the information and not just memorize the information. One big thing is do not SKIP class, you miss out on important information and then you get lazy with going to class.

Rewinding almost 4 years, I will tell myself that school is no joke. I may be an average student in high school but I have to push myself outside of my limits if I want to succeed in the world. I will tell myself that procrastination and laziness is not allowed because there is no room for error. Guys come and go and there is only me to succeed. I will have to learn how to work in teams instead of by myself. There will be times when I will have to work with other people in order to get the big project done. School is not pointless. There will be times when I want to pull all my hair out and overdosing on energy drinks in order to get the grade. Becuase in the end, it will all be worth it for that job that you want or come across.

I graduated from high school with a 4.0 GPA in 1995. If I had a time machine, I would go back and tell myself to start college immediately instead of waiting. While there is admittedly a large uncertainty factor for 18-year-olds leaving home for the first time and having new responsiblities that will help determine the course of their lives, it is still the best time in life to make that transition. Colleges are designed for students who have very few other demands on their time: single, no children, no full-time job. Waiting only piles on responsibilities that have a higher priority than academics. These things will come in time- so it is best to have the degree ready and waiting, already under your belt when the major decisions of life occur. And of course, a long gap erases most of the algebra, chemistry, and biology you managed to learn in high school and puts you playing catchup in every class. So my advice to myself, or any high school senior? Make the leap now, and enjoy the many life experiences you will have in college!

I would tell myself a few things if I were to go back and talk to myself as a high school senior. One, I would tell myself that when you start school in college, you are expected to have books and everything by the second day of class. If you do not have everything by then, you will be very unprepared and doing assignments in class will be very awkward. Another thing that I would tell myself is that before school starts, make sure financial aid is completely planned out before at least the end of the first week in school. Having all of that planned out will save so much time and it will keep the stress away. It will also keep your attention on class because you are not stressing and worried about how fees will be paid by. One more piece of advice that I would give myself would be to plan. Planning is very important. When you plan, you will not have to pull those infamous all-nighters and the stress level will not be up, and planning will free up some free time to do things that you would like to do.

College holds the years that mold the foundation of the rest of your life. Entering into college, there are so many experiences that every student deserves. Large classes, social groups, parties, and much more will fill your daily schedule. One of the prime points that you should always remember is that you are in a position to do whatever your intuition leads you to do. There are no limits in college and each and every student is given the ability to go above. It is all a matter of how bad you want your success. Even though college is supposed to be fun, do not forget that the reason you are there is to get an education. Class-work over party-work is the key to success. There will be times when you are unsure and want to give up because the work is too strenuous, but do not forget how hard you worked to get to college. Remain motivated by thinking about the future and you will perform at a level where you want to be.

If you want to leave home but don't want to go too far consider a university close to your home. You can still live in a dorm and experience "being on your own" but still have the opportunity to drive to your mom and get a hug when you feel too overwhelmed. Get the best grades possible and apply for scholarships early.

I would warn myself to be careful not to underestimate the difficulty of college. High school was easy for me; I had all A's all four years, but college humbled me. I would advise my senior-self to use high school as a practice for college, taking time to learn the best ways to study. That way, when those pesky mid-terms and finals came around, I wouldn't have quite the same audacity to assume success would come on the breeze. My senior-self definitely needed to learn to appreciate a good textbook more often, as well as the art of note-taking. Of course, these are aspects of college I still struggle with, but hopefully with the help of my now wiser and better-prepared senior mind, perhaps there is hope yet for the determined success-seeker I have now become.

I would tell myself to stay focused my first year and don't let the excitment of this new place catch you off guard, be casue the work load comes fast and heavy and smallest misstep will set you back. Don't let this scare you though enjoy your time there most black males don't get to go to college at all and only half comeback for there second year. The best policy is to listen to all the tips given to you by the university in orientation and freshmen meetings. Also stay in the library, Monday through Friday, that is the best way for desired results. So have fun but keep the goal in mind at all time. Practice money and time management, these are two most important resources in college. Be ready to spend money on books, and manage time wisely is it the only resource that can not be manufactured or gained; once it is gone it is gone for good. It is human to compare yourself with the next guy, don't do this. Comparing yourself to ours can bring on much unneeded stress, concern yourself with how you're doing not everyone else.

There are times I wish to have a do-over of my misspent teenage years. As an older student I must tell my young self several very important things about boys, school, and life. First and foremost would be to leave the boyfriend relationship until you are older and wiser. Falling for an older boy will change the projected course of your life in ways you cannot begin to imagine. Getting pregnant, dropping out of school, getting married, and a GED are not part of your lifelong dream. Your high school teachers are not the enemy. They do know a thing or two and you would do well to pay attention. Note to self: Getting kicked out of biology for throwing up during the frog dissection wasn?t as cool as you thought. Take better care of your body; it is the only one you get. Staying in shape may help you avoid diabetes, high blood pressure, and cancer later in your life. Although I would never give up my daughter and grandchildren, college at fifty-plus is much more challenging than at twenty-something. So, get your act together you little smart-ass before you end up ME.

To work as hard as you can early on so your not stuck years later.

As it is said, "There is no better time than the present." Continuing to reflect on the last twelve years of my life and the decisions I?ve made concerning my college education, it is at this point I've recognized it's time to take full responsibility for what I?ve allowed to take place and where I want to be in the near future; ready to move into the purpose in which I have been predestined for. If I could go back in time, I would have told myself I have two choices, either I could make it easier on myself now by taking my education serious, throwing off the procrastination and fear; or I could wait until I am almost thirty to realize that my experiences derailed me from continuing my education. I would let Sharmaine know that she should get involved in volunteering, internships, not being afraid to take necessary risks, but not to forget that everything she goes through to see her dreams come alive is not a waist of time, but a step to get her further than where she is at that moment.

Having taken almost twenty years off between high school and college, mainly do to life, I would tell myself that I can take no more than one year off between high school and college. I would also tell myself to major in what I love know matter how difficult it looks! I can do it!!!

Preperation is the key. In order to be a successful student you must prepare yourself for severe transition. Do everything in moderation. One can have fun and still be successful student. Remember that this oppurtunity is for your growth and your benefits. Go to class and do the work that is expected of me. There's a time and place for everything. Your here to get your education so do that. There is alway time to have fun. But that would be what I would say to myself If I was speaking to me.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would warn myself against taking Advance Placement (A.P.) courses. They help in getting you throught the door but do little after that. I would also tell myself to study hard but also be willing to try new things. College is first and foremost about studying and trying to get a degree, but it is also a chance to meet new people and try new things that may interest you so long as you are willing to try them out. Do not just take things at face value, the one organization you may not interest you, may turn out to be the organization that you advance and do the most in. Therefore, study hard, have an open mind, and be willing to try new and different things outside your comfort zone.

I would say that it's not as hard as you think it'll be. The amount of effort you put into classes will be less than you expect and no more than what you would anyway. You'll have a lot of free time. A lot. The majority of this won't be spent studying. It doesn't need to be. Find a hobby. You'll make friends that will change your life. You'll understand things that you never could before. Your entire personality will change in good and bad ways. College won't be like you expect. Not at all, for the most part. In good and bad ways. Some things never change. Like those people that sit behind you in classes and chatter the whole time while you're trying to pay attention to the lecture? They'll still be there. Deal with them like you always have. The most important thing is to not worry. Even when things seem overwhelming, if you just step back and look, they can be done. Just remember that things are never as good or bad as you expect, and that there's nothing here that you can't handle.