Utah Valley University Top Questions

It has shown me that your grades and your look on things can be affected by the people you associate with while in and out of school. So the things I try to do is to space my self from the people who are bad influences now and in the futrue.

Going into college is like living in a new world. Everything around changes just like the way your high school teachers mention. The college experience can be an amazing part of your life. I believe everyone should go throught the college experience atleast one point in their life. I would considered it part of growing up and maturing. College to me was an experince that open my eyes to new ways of responsibilities, way of living, sociality, and balancing time. the resposibility became when i moved out my parents house and started to live on campus. Realizing that I was on my own came with great responsibilty to take caer of myself. The way of lving came with what I needed to buy in order to live like when I was living with my parents. When your in college your going to meet new people and that's what I did and it help me to become more socialble . Anther important aspect in college is knowing how to manage your time. Without it your going to struggle your way through college. Overall college is valuable to attend because it thought me those great characteristics about life itself

i love going to school. getting the education that i need to get me thought. Going to school keeps me out of trouble. i do not have any lids of my own right at the moment. before i even think about that i have to get a cheer and settle myself and get a good education. i want to make my family proud and i also want to tell them that bring me to america to become a better person was not a waist of money. so that is why i love going to school more than anything. my family at the moment does not have the money that i need to go to school so i look for scholarships that will help make my dreams come true. and winning this scholar will help my dream a step closer. thank you so much and have a wounderful day.

College has given me the tools I need to enrich my quality of life. It has assisted me in gaining valuable experience in my fields of study and has allowed me to further my skills and polish my intellect. I was taught how to analyze information appropriately and efficiently; how to think critically and analytically in order to solve various problems; how to open my mind to different people, cultures, views, and opinions; how to think outside the box even in an area so enclosed in it; and how to deal with the expenses and everyday hassles of adult life in the real world. My experiences in a university have not always been positive, but the knowledge I've obtained has been timely and has had a profound effect on me.

I've learned a lot about responsibility. I've learned that I need to be accountable to myself. I'm not going to have someone to hold my hand and help me every day. I need to look out after myself and do what I know I need to do. I've also learned that in order to suceed in my choosen profession, (Art and Visual Communication) I need to constantly practice. Every day I try to improve my work, and also myself. The better a person I can be, the more likely someone will want me to work for them. No one wants to hire a bum.

My college experience has been full of new opportunities and experiences. I have met new people, tried new things, and found out so much about myself than I ever thought possible. The freedom is great but I've also learned how to take responsibility for myself. Thanks to a certain class at my University, I have discovered what my values are and how to find and create the best person I can be. New people have taught me new views on the world and has made me realize how much is out their for all of us to discover. I wouldn't change my college experience for anything.

Being involved in college has made me realize that the world is a serious place that challenges you and pushes you to succeeded in anything you put your mind to. I have had the opportunity to attend college where my knowledge has been constantly challenged resulting, in good grades and a deeper range of knowledge that has brought me to a better understanding of my major and closer to my dream of graduating with an associates degree in engineering.

College has given me exposure to a diversity of ideals that otherwise would take many years of life experience to acquire. College has provided me critical thinking skills necessary for dynamic decision making. I have much more to offer my community with broader skills, perspectives, respect and appreciation. I am able to better teach my own children and recognize their talents and educational needs. My life is deeply enriched because I have an advanced education. I have a sense of empowerment I did not know before, and a sense of duty to give back to the world. I am more appreciative and aware of the value of democracy and free society. Because of college I possess a better appreciation for my own duty to my world. I have a far greater understanding of the need for peace, tolerance, literacy and personal responsibility because of all that I have been allowed to learn in college. I have a passion to help where I can because I better understand how much I can do and how important an individual can be. I have an intense passion to live abroad, contribute to the improvement of conditions of living, democracy and promotion of peace.

Like most students who choose to attend college, I have gotten more out of my experience there than I had initially expected. I chose to play soccer in college, because of my school's great records and championships, but what I did not expect, was the unimaginable friendships and bonds that were forged between my teamates and myself. My college experience has allowed me to meet and acquire some of the greatest freindships imaginable, and that will no doubt continue, long after season ends. The dedication, sacrifices, and hard work that came along with being on a nationally ranked team may have been difficult at times, but it has taught me the true meaning of responsibility, and how to efficiently balance school, soccer, and work all at once. Through the academics at my college, I have gained more knowledge of the world around me, as well as more about myself, leading me towards my current major and future career as a professor. The college experience gained at Cypress both athletically as well as academically, has allowed me to prepare for the future as well as aquire a sense of dedication and understanding that could not have been found anywhere else.

The things that I have gotten most out of my college experience is to know that knowledge and a degree is not something to take for granted. In addition to school, I have also worked full time for the past 12 years and have just been let go. With my education and still no degree, I only have the knowledge to do what I have been for the past years. I am over qualified to do the job I was but with no degree, I am under qualified to do anything else except work in a retail store. My degree will prepare me for a licence that will allow me to find employment anywhere. The value for me is an end to a stable job that will allow me to finally get my life on track.

College has been a completely new experience for me. I lived each day for my experiences in high school, and waking up one day attending a university was a big reality check. I was actually an adult, living on my own, and completely lost. However, I soon found it wasn't as hard as it seemed. Everyone around me was in the same boat, and we came to rely on each other for support. Much to my surprise, I actually passed my classes! The next semester only got better. I have loved going to school, and can't wait to finish my education so I can make my mark on the world. The time spent this past year and a half have been truly invaluable.

What have you gotten out of your college experience and why has is been valuable to attend? Not knowing anything about the world was a big shock to me. Here I was, walking into college thinking I knew how everything worked, only to see that the world was a lot different. College was a great way to get out into the world in a safe environment to see, explore and try out the world before jumping into adult life. All the knowledge I received at school so far I have applied to my life. Education is important for a person's growth and future accomplishments. If a person does not seek for the knowledge of the world they will not grow into the world in which they live. College education keeps a person learning as the world grows and changes. If we do not learn from our education we do not grow to our ultimate abilities. Understanding the need for a college education makes me a great student for life.

Going to college has taught me quite a few essential life experiences. Being a new student with no other friends attending, going to college has taught me how to interact with different people that you do not know at all. College is also teaching me to study effectively. I have been taught that during college, you are supposed to study for two hours for each hour you are in class. Because of that formula, study has become more time consuming, and thus giving me more information to study. College has also taught me to manange my time better. With studying and getting to class on time, it is difficult to find time to do other things. But, since I have the desire to do well in college, I have found time to be with friends and study and get to class.

Out of my college experience I have really gained a knowledge of what it is like to be an adult. I really had to grow up and learn that items and life do not get handed to you wrapped up nicely in a gift box. I had to work full-time while attending my college full-time. I had the great responsiblity of taking care of myself (cooking, cleaning, etc . . .) and learning to pay my bills on time. Mthat my family lives 2,000 miles away in PA. It has been a great and valuable experience because I learned a few life lessons that I truly cherish and will have for the rest of my life. My parents are not always going to be there at the drop of a dime when I sometimes need them and so I had to learn

Before entering College, I heard many comments ranging from college being the best experience throughout the student's educational years to college being just a place to gain knowledge. As a high school student, I could not fully comprehend what these college students meant until I became a freshman in college and honestly...even if someone were to pay me a million dollars to go back to high school, I would not accept their offer. College is the four year or more in a person's lifetime that that person gains knowledges and life changing experiences. Before entering college, I thought I was a mature young lady who knew a hand full of life morals. However, when I entered college, I found that I have a lot more to learn about myself, about life, and about dreams. As for now I have learned there are many ways to Ace a class and a person has to open up in order for others to comfortably approach you. College teaches a person about independence, hard work, and sky is the limit. All in all, missing college is not just missing further knowledge, but missing the life lessons need for the Real World.

Originally I went to school so that I could become a cosmetologist, but decided that it would be more advantageous of me to just do my general studies. I alway go back to what I originally wanted to do, media arts. CNM has allowed be to afford to go to college, and be able to do a program that will allow me to transfer to a university. New Mexico has a great program called the lotterly scholarship, and it pays for most of my school, which is a fantastic opportunity for me. Going to school has taught me that there are all types of people who attend school, and now I have the opportunity to really get to meet the people that have the same interests of me. The classes are good, and the fact that they are completely transferrable really allows me to reach for my goals. It's a great enviroment to mature, and strive in. The classes are small, people are helpful, and the campus isn't outrageously huge. I really appreciate college and the experiences that it has provided for me, and I know that I will always be able to succeed in my dreams.

So far, in my limited college experience, I have learned a lot about how the world works. I have learned a great deal from my classes, particularly specific skills that will help me in my future career. It has been very valuable in helping me figure out what it is I want to do with my life once I'm done with school, and with helping me grow up.

I am the first person in my family. I can already see how it is enricher my life and helping me to achieve my goals.

I get the actually feeling of being a college student and adult. Ready to take on the world!

I have learned a lot about who I am and what I can and need to accomplish in my life. While in the college I attanded before UVU, I did not take my attendence seriously and it refected in the work that I did. Then I decided to move to Utah and attend UVU and I began to see the potential my life has. I now know that I have limitless potential and it all depends on what I choose to do. I can see what my life would be like without an education and I have determined that I can not fail in my goals. I have learned many of my strenghts as well as my weaknesses through my schooling as well. Without the experience that I have gained through my education, I do not want to imagine where I would be in my life. I now have a brighter outlook on my future and that I can and will be a benefit to thse around me and to the world.

College has taught me that we all have time. It is up to us how we want to use it. When we put our time into it we can do it. It is all about priorities. If everyone in the world were to study more and I have that fire to learn who knows what kind of things we could have today. Everyone has great potential to learn and progress and do great things. I am just starting on my journey in college I know it will take a lot of my time I must push forward and be diligent with the end goal in mind. The end goal not just to graduate. It does not matter if I graduate or not but if I can learn something on the way and help to make this world better for all of us. I have been blessed with the oppurtunity to attend college. I cannot imagine why people don't go to school when we can! People all over the world would die for the chance to learn like us but they do not have that chance. Learning and progressing each day has made this experience valuable so far.

I have acquired an education that will help me find a job in the career field I have chosen and give me the skills I need to perform my job well.

I feel like I have really understood why people go to college, not just for the education but it's all about the experience. Without the experience of college, the staying up late at night studying, working for hours upon hours studying for a test, and lets not forget the social aspect, it helps us grow into who we want to be and it helps us figure out who we really want to do with our lives to stand above the crowd and be your own person.

I have gotten a amazing amount of knowledge in a surprisingly short amount of time. The professors, instructors and students make learning and practicing new skills easy and comfortable. I'm currently in an EMT Basic class for my Emergency Service major and the life saving skills I have learned with stick with me for the rest of my life. They could help me save a life in the future and it'll be because of my college experience. I've also learned how to be responsible and proactive. School is difficult and I believe that if you can get through school, you can do anything.

My college experience has been extremely valuable to me. My university has helped me to shape who I am and decide what I want to do in life. My professors have been extremely helpful when making decisions and most have been willing to work with me. I have decided to major in English Education, mainly in secondary school. I want to help students learn and go on to college just as my teachers and professors have helped me. My time at Utah Valley University has been amazing and valuable in learning new skills and creating new friendships that will last a life time.

What I am getting out of my experience is a sence of validation. In going back to school I've learned that I am on the autistic spectrum. I've also learned that I am as smart as I have felt that I am I just come at the world from a completely different angle that rest of the world. I'm also learning that I'm not alone and that I can succeed where I had previously thought I couldn't.

Out of the two schools I have attended in college this university definiatley is better than my previous college. It is very clean. The environment is wonderful. It is incredibly friendly and I feel safe being there. There is no crime. My level of education after attending is much higher than my previous college. I am very pleased with Utah Valley University overall.

College was a great chance for me to learn how to interact with different types of people. I played two years of football at winston salem state university and got the chance to learn the game better from some great coaches. I had to leave school because of some major finance problems. Now i have two kids and engaged to a beautiful and out going woman. College taught me to never give up even when times get really tough. That's why i've enrolled back in college at the age of 23 years old and im going to finish this time in. Money has always been a problem for me but i continue to grow strong in my LORD AND SAVIOR so no task is to big for me to over come anymore. A blessing will soon come onto me to help me provide to finish school. As i have gotten older, i now focus on my future of GREATNESS and not on my time now of weakness.

I have been able to start on the road to a degree that has always been an important part of my life. I will be able with my degree to share my knowlege and life lessons learned with the patients that I am in contact with. I need the degree so that I will be priviledged to take care of people when they are their most vunerable, scared and in need of sympathy. I want to be the one to be there for them

I really enjoyed my time at Utah Valley University. I met many new people and made a lot of lifelong friends. My couselors were very helpful. The classes I took helped me decide on a major. The professors were very helpful and wanted me to succeed. They worked day and night to ensure that I would have a rewarding experience. I always knew where I could find the help I needed from various labs, where the tutors there made it so much easier to understand difficult math problems. What have I recieved out of my college experience at Utah Valley University? I recieved a good education, excellent friends, and a promising future in persuing my dreams. Utah Valley University will get you on your feet and on the path to excellence.

My college experience has taught me that I can do anything I am willing to work for. If I put the time and energy into learning a concept, I can. If I reach out to the community through volunteering and educaiton, I can make a difference. If I talk to my friends about social issues and life choices, I can influence tham for good. Respect and tolerance brings more opportunities than prejudice and hatred. You need to understand the problem before you can solve it. Do not take offense where it was not intended. Exceed expectations of those you are working for and don't expect a reward. All the good you do for others will be returned to you in unexpected ways. Your family is your greatest support. During the hard times, dig in your heels and don't budge until the project is complete. Enjoy the sunshine and social activities that college has to offer. Build others up and look for the good in people. Set short term and long term goals for your education, family life, and career. Repeat these goals daily and let them guide each decision you make.

While in college, I had many great opportunities, both on campus and off. One of my favorite experiences was the opportunity to start a business with a friend. I was able to apply many of the lessons I had learned while an undergraduate business student. I was able to go from a random thought, to a business concept, to a reality. Throughout this process I met many people who told me that they have had business ideas, but never did anything about them. Although our company was not as successful as we had hoped, I am still proud to say that I had an idea and I did something about it. My college experience taught me many valuable lessons about business, but even more about myself. It helped me to realize that I need to look for a career path that I am passionate about, and to work hard for success. I also learned the importance of believing in myself and going after my dreams.

My college experience has been very rough . seeing my parents struggle through work to give me and my sister a home and food encourages me. what discourages me is the whole financial issue with scholarships and grants. My parents work hard to earn money to pay rent and buy food and we live fine but at the cost of working yourself where you get home exhausted and straight to bed. instead of rewarding my parents we get denied financial aid because they work hard. I have learned from my two years of college experience that life is not fair and unpredictable. i have learnd that some people are lucky and some arent. I have learned to becom more independent and work hard for what i want and that is to get an education. I am working full time and going to school fulltime and it has been the toughest experience but i am not giving up. Just because i dont qualify for more than half of the scholarships and financial aid that does not sop me from persuing what i want and education. College has taught me to not give because life has ups and downs.

As a single father, the values of my college experience extend to my son. The outstanding educational benefits of attending college have made me a better, more educated father and I feel the opportunity my son has to see me attend college will be a key factor in his decision to further his education. It's fun when we get to sit down and do our homework together. Aside from the positive affect my current schooling has on my family life, I am becoming more aware of the world around me. From business and economic classes, I am able to better evaluate the condition of our economy and our government's influence. From my science classes, I have gained a better understanding of how life works, down to the smallest cell. From analyzing fine art to furthering my skills in public speaking, I have learned a veritable set of values that will contribute to my future success, and look forward to the opportunity to learn more.

Although UVU was not my first choice when I was deciding where I would begin my studies, I feel I have learned a lot. Life happened and my circumstances changed dramatically and I was unable to attend the schools I wanted to. Nevertheless, here at "UV High" as everyone calls it, I have learned that there are many not just young people going back to school. I made a friend my first semester, her name is Sonia and she is from Peru. She runs an accounting business in Peru but in order to expand her company she has to receive a degree from a U.S. school. She has helped me realize that a job can only get you so far in life, that education will, in the end, be the only thing that will stay as a constant throughout the tests of time. Deciding to go to college instead of working full time has been the best decision I have ever made. With the economy in the current state, it is in, education is the only constant and that what I have learned here has taught me that education is the key to success in life.

I have learned how to be self sufficient while and prudent with my money. I have learned how difficult it is to get a college education.

I have learned so much about my self and other people around me. School has taught how to manage money, time, and family. The education i have received is invaluable and i am better off because of it. I am the first in my family to attend a college and it has showed me many opportunities to better my life and the people around me. Getting my education and going to school is a must with the economy and competion for jobs today.

I have learned a lot of responsibility since I started college. I moved out and got a job. I am fully supporting myself and paying for my own tuition. It has taught me a lot about being financially responsible but also about being responsible for my own time. No one makes me come home at a certain time. No one makes me go to bed. No one makes me eat right. No one makes me do my homework. No one makes me go to class. College life really has taught me so much about being responsible for myself and my life. I have taken it into my own hands and whatever I become is my own doing. But college is giving me the opportunity to become exactly what I want to. I want to teach and without the amazing teachers that I have to help me learn, I don't know if I could ever accomplish that goal. College has taught me more about myself and real life than any other experience.

I have gotten out of school is that an education isn't cheep. It comes with a price and every minute counts. The time spent now with be the benifits to come for the rest of my life. I need to do all I can to be the best I can to provide for myself as well as my family and school is the stepping stone to that gaol in my life.

To whom it may concern, College for me has been one of the most uplifting experiences of my life. Throughout my journey to become a nurse, I have learned alot of things that I feel will make me become a better adult. When I first started college, I must admit that I was not ready. I actually thought that teachers still went above and beyound to make sure that your homework was completed. Boy was I wrong! In college I had to learn independence, and most importantly how to become a adult. College has taught me how to have patience and to work hard for what you want in life. Honestly, without college I dont think that I would have as much wisdom as I have acquired. Not to mention the countless lifelong friends that I managed to meet along the way. Words cannot express how grateful Iam to have had the opportunity to reach for my dreams, and become the best possible nurse that I can become. In life, there are constant turns along the way that can detour your way of thinking, but Iam so glad that I made the decision to go to college.

I have recieved much more than I thought i would in my college experience. I've learned that you have to work hard, but it's not backbreaking time consuming work. I've actually enjoyed going to school, and I never did in high school. It's been valuable for me to attend because I am learning more than I expected. College is going to be something I never regret, no matter how expensive it ends up being!

I dropped out of high school in my tenth grade year. Being 30 years old, there is alot that I could cover in this question. As for what I advice I would have to offer. I would still tell myself to drop out. High school was not getting me anywhere and the lessons I learned by living in the real world where far more valuable than any classroom could have offered me at that particular time in my life. If I could instead go back to my early 20's and inform myself that the career choices I was making where not going to be sustatianable for when I married and had a child. In reality, even if I could return I proably wouldn't have listened. My life is the series of choices that I made, These choice have lead me to where I am today. I am far more focused on my future than at any time in my past and have the motivation of providing for my family and 18 month old son. Being 30 years old provides a level of perspective on what time I have left to pursue my career goals!

If I could go back and talk to myself about my transition from High School to College, I wouldn't say too much. I have been so happy here, and have learned so much from both the good and bad choices I've made, so I dont really think I would want to change anything except for one lesson that I learned that has helped me in a big way. I would say to myself to never be afraid, and to go for it! When I first started college, I was nervous and I did have some challenges that I had to overcome, but about halfway through my first semester, I decided that no matter what came my way, I would try to push myself beyond my level of comfort. Everything changed from there. I did well in my classes, my teachers pushed me more to make me reach even greater heights, and I made friendships that will never fade. Taking a leap into a new world is scary, but I am learning so much about myself in doing so, and I'm learning that Im not alone either. There is always someone here to help me. Take a chance!

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school student I would tell myself that I have to get it together because college is no joke. I would also tell myself to keep my grades up and obtain as many scholarships as possible, stay focused and choose wisely it will not be as easy as high school. Plain and simple just stay FOCUSED on the big picture my future and my career!

Note to self: Hang in there. I know high school sucks. The cliques, the worn out high school teachers, the crappy facilities, the lame , self-absorbed, immature student body really take the joy out of life. But thankfully high school doesn't last forever. College is BETTER ! College life is distinctly different. You can take classes you enjoy from highly rated professors (see ratemyprofessors.com), you can live on or off campus w/wo roommates, have a job -- or not, go to activities, dances, movies, try an internship, change your major. You've got choices, options. Live it up !

Dear younger and not so wise self, I am writing to you as an opportunity to give aid and advise in this confusing, life altering time as you prepare and go to college. I feel compelled to tell you that you are beautiful. You will often forget this and do harsh things to your body to convince yourself of this. Please refrain. There are simply things you cannot take back. Remember, your divinity is transcendently more powerful then you think. Always remember this. You have great power to influence people for good. If you cannot see your own strength and light, how are you to help others and see them for their magnificent true selves? There will be countless setbacks along the way. You will have great trouble learning, and people may even treat you poorly; NEVER LOOSE CONFIDENCE. That is your grandest enemy. Comparing yourself to others only plunges you into a hole of self pity and depression. Sometimes you may struggle with leaving the house and taking responsibility for commitments. Confidence. Beauty. Remember these things, and you will come out with new-found strength and tools to conquer your demons along life's path. Love, your complete self

First, I would tell myself to continue to work hard and apply for as many scholarships as you can. Remember, don?t ever give up an opportunity to learn more and be involved. You should enjoy this time of your life because you won't ever get the moments back. Remember to enjoy the little things in life, for one day you will look back and realize they were the big things. I would recommend developing strong study habits and learn how to create a budget. I would tell myself to become more involved with the community and volunteer work. I would say take a chance, step out of your box and develop new friendships, learn your strengths and weaknesses during that first semester of college. I would advise to find out what you are truly passionate about and talk to people who are in your future career field. Most importantly, don't be afraid to be who you are, stand out and make a difference in the world. Believe in yourself and what you can accomplish, the world is at your fingertips. Live your life and always strive for the best.

I would tell myself to study more and to learn as much as I could. Take time to really put the material into long-term memory, and not to just pass the test. Take more A.P. classes, and if possible, do more distance learning and concurrent enrollment classes to get as many college credits as possible while in high school. I have learned these classes prepare a student for the college experience. In addition, find time to really study and not just look over notes & handouts. Being motivated is one of the biggest problems I had in high school. Learning to be self-motivated is an important skill for success. The making of new friends, getting to know new people, and doing group projects in classes also help to contribute preparing for college. This is a lifetime skill that will be benificial throughout life and when exploring careers of interest. Lastly, I would look at my intended major, then take those classes that would prepare me for the college classes required for that major.

I really want you to know that life isn't all that hard. I know you don't believe me, but it really is true. If you could see the things you will do and have in your life, you would really want to make better of the time you have. I know how it was back then, I was there. Take if from me, it really isn't that important to hang out with friends all the time. You get good grades, but if you would just apply yourself and put school work first, you will go farther faster. And if your wondering, yes, you will mary that girl that you love so much. She will be more beautiful each day you are with her, and remember to breathe when you see her in that beautiful white dress. Then when you feel that you might catch your breathe again, you will see the most beautiful baby boy. Do your best right now and make a great life for them. No matter what your little family will love you but take it from me, if you work hard now life will be so much easier, and you will have peace.

I would definately tell myself to become an expert at time managment. The sad thing is that while I was in high school I thought I was so good at managing my time but then I came out to college, and not having classes everyday and almost having more time made it harder for me to focus on when to study and when to do homework and other things along those lines. I would tell myself to learn good study habits on my own, because in college the teachers don't help you have a guidline to study by or tell you what specifically to study or what to focus on in a lecture. you are on your own most of the time and you need to dicsipline yourself to do everything you need to, to be successful.