My Academic Experience

University life gave me a lot of inspiration, what I have experienced is changing me, so that I continue to improve myself. I have been improving my personality. I adore people who have great personal, and always wanted to have it myself. In college life, I keep on self-reflection and improve my personality. During school, I study hard and work part time. My academic performance is not very good, but I have learned a lot in the process of learning. First, I corrected my attitude towards learning. When I was admitted to college, my mind was to relax from the pressure I

School Counselors strive to make each student feel that there is someone in the school who knows and cares about them. Above all else school counselors are advocates for students, by acting as a resource for all students, course selection, and administration of guidance program for the student. Their goal is to help students overcome problems that impede learning and to assist them in making educational, occupational and life plans that hold promise for their personal fulfillment as mature, responsible men and women. Academic success is essential to the educational process, but it is not the only area students can excel in. A counselor’s work closely with both students and their families

So far, the college experience has made me a changed person. College changed me into a better person on many occasions. I have learned to be more responsible, when it comes down to getting work done. In college you must be responsible. I have also changed my attitude. Moving from high school to college is a big step; if you don’t change your ways for the better then you might not be successful in college. When you reach college then is the time that you become an adult.

One experience that has been particularly meaningful to me is my experience playing varsity football. Not only has this experience been the highlight of my high school career, but it has also been one of the most worthwhile experiences I have had. While participating in football, I have not only built many relationships that will last a lifetime, but I have also learned many lessons that I may not have learned without football. I learned how to deal with great diversity, whether it be on a small scale, such as responding to an unfortunate play, or on a larger scale, such as bouncing back from a season ending defeat. I have also learned the importance of hard work, perseverance, and

The experience essentially required me to maintain a strong sense of self-motivation and determination if I wanted to truly succeed. I was very fortunate to be able to complete my education without the distractions and pressures a student attending public school was faced with.

The transition into college can be a defining moment in a person’s life. They have opportunities to work hard and be successful and also opportunities to slack off and be disappointed. I feel confident in my ability to transition smoothly into college life. Many parts of my high school career, both at school and away from school have prepared me for what is ahead in my life.

Transitioning from high school to college will not be an easy task. From the start, we were told that we shape and mold our identities from a young age, but that it's easier said than done. Moving from one country to another, was a great big deal for me. My family and I knew education was important, but were offered little opportunities so my mom had to make many sacrifices in order for me to achieve my goal of a long and successful career.

When I attended college, I had the opportunity to become more independent and to take on new responsibilities. I have always relied on my parents for support, but at college I was on my own and I had to strive harder. College had taught me that it will help me to become more mature and will help me grow in my character. Right now, I have an accurate idea concerning what I want to do with my life. I am currently a full-time student in the pursuit of becoming an Accountant.

A counselor that has positively affected my educational career would be my high school counselor, Mrs. Compean. I reach out for her help when I am undecided about where to go after graduating. At first, I had my own decision, but it was different than what my parents had expected. I was accepted in University of Houston- Victoria as well as UTRGV. I approached her since I wanted to make a decision and not worry about it anymore. My parents do not have enough money to send me away and pay everything, and even though I wanted to leave the city right out of high school, Mrs. Compean made me realized I can take my basics here in Brownsville. It was a decision I decided to go for since I am starting on my basics.

My overall educational experience at West Los Angeles College was great. I have met professors and counselors that changed my life. They believed in me before I believe in myself. Those mentors have been encouraging and supporting me unconditionally. I dream that one day I could have the chance to make a difference in the life of a student like those heroes did. Being involved in the community have supported me tremendously in my journey. As an immigrant, a low-income family and a mom, without the support of programs like the EOP&s, I wouldn't be able to achieve what I have accomplished in my

As a kid graduating from high school, going into the college life that I know will be a long journey that might consist of being struggling some days. As once was a little eight year old who has learned from their parents has decided a career that he knows and loves to do has form a life changing moment. As the college days get started, the classes and homework is teaching me more responsibility and skills for my career choice and eventually the hard work will pay off. As of going to different colleges to get a degree and graduate to find a job close to where I would like to live.

Ever since I started preschool, I have been preparing for graduation. I have learned many skills and even some useless information that made me curious about the world, which is why I care so much about school today. All these years of schooling, which has provided both academic as well as social improvements, has helped me construct the characteristics I now possess. These qualities, as well as continually learning by trial and error, are what will make me the successful individual I wish to be. I am glad that I am now capable to take my overall knowledge and focus it on my true passion, which is

College transition, for me, was somewhat different than for most of the people I know. For them, it was kind of the same as High School because they still live in their homes; the only thing that really changed was the school they go to every day. For me, it consisted of me leaving my house, my family, my friends, the island I grew up in, and getting a taste of freedom.

As a young student in high school, I came to have my very first School Counselor. The school was in an urban area and there were approximately five counselors in our guidance department. I remember vividly that some students had a lack of respect of the position, claiming that their “counselor’s did not do anything”. While I cannot speak for others I was always pleased from what I expected of my counselor at the time. I was seen once or twice a semester to discuss what classes I should enroll in, received career advisement, and was given assistance in preparing for college.

American society values higher education. College provides many opportunities for developing a variety of social networks, both formal and informal. Obtaining a college degree will be such a valuable and