OU Personal Statement

UBC has been a global place to broaden my perspectives by learning a variety of different experiences. Since I started my post secondary schooling at UBC, the 3 years of experiences that I have had both at school and outside of school have helped me challenge myself and explore new ways of learning. This Go Global summer study as well would be a great opportunity for me to enrich experiences academically, professionally and personally.

As an incoming EOF (Educational Opportunity Found) freshmen attending Rutgers University this fall, I had the mindset that if I did well academically, the transition from high school to college would go by smoothly. Unfortunately, college isn 't that simple. The transition to college is much more complex than people perceive it to be, in my case, it’s the most difficult obstacle I’ve ever encountered. Therefore, my aspiration is to conquer this transitional period as quickly and fluently as possible. When I had to changeover from middle school to high school, I was terrified. I didn 't know what awaited me and how much different things were going to be. It turned out high school was exactly the same, with the exception of the grades being ninth through Twelfth. There was nothing to be worried about. On the other hand, that wouldn 't be the case in college.

The transition from high school to college is a dynamic time in one’s life that parallels the change from childhood to adulthood. Both of these changes are dramatic and, as a result, feelings are difficult to put down into words. A messy combination of emotions fills the heart, surfacing in strange ways. Confident high school seniors go right back to the bottom of the chain when entering college as freshmen. These students start all over, just like entering grade school or high school for the first time. The move up from high school to college signals the switch from dependence to self-sufficiency. From a personal point of view, going through the experience of graduating high school and transferring to a residential college campus at STLCOP, made me realize I was no longer a kid and capable of making my own decisions.

College life is an exciting time for young adults coming out of high school. The students find themselves with so many new experiences to face; many of these changes, from new found freedom to the unexpected responsibilities, are frequently underestimated by the newly promoted freshman.

With the switch from high school to college, students will be changed for the better or worse. An article titled “Your First Year of College: 25 Strategies and Tips to Help You Survive and Thrive Your Freshman Year and Beyond” written by Randall S. Hansen, a retired professor, explains that college does not need to be complex as most make it out to be. In college, the first week is essential to all students “It is during this time that you make critical decisions that will have an effect on the rest of your life.” (Hansen 1). Many kids drop out of college early due to their participation in the party scene. Students who are dedicated to their education receive the true college experience. Hansen explains that scholars should relax and participate

The most significant challenges I may face when transitioning from high school to college are time management, workload amount, and responsibility. Since elementary school to high school, we are given school days with a given structure on our schedule. Once we transition to college, our schedule changes with more flexibility and freedom to decide what our time will consist of. This may be a challenge because it’s a drastic change I must adapt to. I will ensure that I am effectively managing my time to align my classes with other obligations. I will use any time gaps efficiently in the form of studying and preparing for upcoming classes. Another challenge I may face when making that transition to college is the academic workload. In college,

For a majority of students, transitioning from high school to college is a frightening experience. It is when the fear of the unknown is the greatest fear of all. We have no idea if we can adapt to a place where every student must stand on their own two feet and take responsibility for their education and future. This change from high school to college is the most significant in our lives and with this change comes many challenges. After reviewing the infinite possibilities of challenges I may encounter, I think my greatest challenges will be managing my schedule and time, approaching my education as a learning opportunity, and going out of my comfort zone and speaking

College is a time unlike any other in our life, like high school, middle school, nor elementary school where students can just turn everything in at the end of the fourth quarter. College academics, especially in the first term, will be the most difficult because it is new material that students have never seen before. Plus, they’ll be facing much higher expectations for performance and the expectation that they are the one responsible for their own motivation and success. Unlike high school, college expects students to build their education from the bottom up, rather than regurgitating whatever facts a teacher feeds he/she students. This means much more work than they are used to. As a college

As a 17-year-old about to graduate high school, I had no idea what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. When I applied for UNF, I listed my major as exploratory since nothing was popping out at me. I discovered my passion what I want to do for the rest of my life halfway through fall semester, even though I still feel ignorant since I have only scratched the surface. After learning about the construction department at UNF, I shadowed a project manager back home and ran for project manager in my pledge class.

Time is a powerful thing when it comes to the development of a student. Looking back to my freshman year, I can easily say that my wish to obtaining a college education has changed significantly. The idea of finally having freedom, getting to sleep in, and practically doing what I want without someone always looking over my shoulder is what I looked forward to. However, nobody told me about the sacrifices a college student makes on a daily. From learning to time manage and dealing with sleep deprivation, to the constant panic and anxiety that comes from the stress of being away from home, this is nothing like what I envisioned. Nevertheless, these struggles have only opened my eyes to what this world is really like. A college education is more than studying for exams and completing bookwork, it is a test of a student’s mental strength.

I have applied to the University of Wisconsin-Madison mainly because of its excellent business program and its ability to place a large amounts of students into their desired-careers when they graduate. Personally, I would love to be a part of the Wisconsin Undergraduate (BBA) Program and major in Finance, Investment, and Banking. Seeing the tremendous job placements, the challenging course-work, and interesting culture that surrounds UW-M, I cannot wait to begin my studies there.

Although I knew about the reputation of the University of North Florida (UNF) as one of the top Graphic Design & Digital Media Educational Facilities, I was not aware of all the services within the graphic design and digital media department. Both printmaking and screen printing, for instance peeks my interest because I want to further my education in graphic design and become well-known as a talented designer within the digital media arena. As a hard-working, determined, and persistent individual, who plans a head, meet deadlines, and set goals for my future. The graphic design and digital media program at UNF, stages my creativity, gift of art, and my amazing designs. In addition, the graphic design program at UNF affords major opportunities to broaden my creativity for future projects. Therefore, UNF is the university of my choice to earn my Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design.

For the past year and a half I have been swamped with college visits, essay writing lessons, standardized testing tutoring, endless family discussions, and stress beyond belief. It was not until recently, when I was accepted into college, that the chaos finally ceased… barely. The size of the burden that the college process places on high school juniors and seniors is too enormous to measure and too unnecessarily complicated to understand. But regardless, it continues to grow.

It is a big step from high school to college. The goal of this paper is to help prepare you by sharing, from personal experience, what to expect in the transition. I will compare and contrast high school life and college life. Several changes include, difference between high school teachers and college professors, the workload requirements, and the overall responsibility requirements.

Going to high school may have been a struggle for some students, but then college hits like a brick wall. Everyone and everything is new and foreign. At first, it is difficult getting into the swing of things. There are so many people and commitments that can pull a person in many directions. Then on top of that there is learning to manage time with school work and studying. We have to figure out how to balance our schedules. For some, it is a breeze, and others just get caught up on everything on their to-do list. Everyone has their own way of studying, even if it really is not studying, and we have most likely been every kind out there.