Personal Narrative: St. Petersburg Community College

A great impact that I witnessed that year is when I took the school field trip to numerous colleges close to the city. I had never been to a university or even a community college. Therefore, me going to those visit gave me a greater idea on what type of college I'd like to attend. One of the colleges I remembered we toured to was Lakeland Community College. I really liked the aspects that it has, with the classrooms even the on campus living. Taking trip like that sets your mind up but also prepares you to know what to expect and look for when you are college searching.

Throughout my educational experience I noticed the discrepancies with regard to the advantages my peers possessed. In high school as I began exploring what career I wished to pursue, I experienced inferiority as my classmates who’ve taken the ACT three times, visited college campuses, and have had resumes ready since the 6th grade unintentionally mocked my lack of college-readiness. However, my ignorance wasn’t intentional, my parents never reached a high school education in Mexico, they couldn’t pass down SAT tips or acquire internship opportunities for me. I realized it's vital to pick up the pace to avoid being left in the dust akin to countless others in my situation. Henceforth, this statement resonates with my experience, I interpreted

Walking into the doors of Delaware County Community College the 1st day of my freshman year, I did not think I would be where I’m at now. I was so cocky towards school, thinking I could slide through college classes just as easy like I did with highschool, Boy, I was wrong. I started skipping classes, not turning in my work on time, and honestly not giving school the best of my ability. Even out of school I was off course, I got my licence right at the beginning of the semester so I was out until 12 every night, sometimes even later. Most of those nights, I didn't even sleep at home. The fact I wasn’t a child anymore and I was in college, I wanted freedom without the responsibility. I actually took INT during my first semester but I didn't take it seriously.

It is Sunday morning in Miami, but for me today is a new beginning where my independence start and I can use my time wisely. Therefore, I decided to travel to the beach, with the windows down having the wind run through my hair and having my favorite song "Independent Woman" play on the radio. The sound of the waves of the ocean it was incredible and peacefully, which reminds me of the feeling of comfort when I am sitting on Brandon. Another example why Brandon is important in my life, it is because, during high school, I spent plenty of time waiting for the bus to travel to work and home, and in today's day time is valuable. However, I lost time being incapable of buying me a car. Missing the bus plenty of times and having to count on my friend

Last year was my first year as a college student. After much anticipation, I was finally starting my university career and studying what I wanted. Classes started and everything was okay, but deep down I knew I wanted to study away from home. When graduating high school I had decided to stay, thinking it was the smartest decision since going to college is not the easiest transition and adding going to another country would have been too much for me. But two weeks into my first semester I decided to start my research.

Well for me writing is my weak point. Although it is my weak point I have still been learning and I am up for more opinions on how to better my writing skills. I can say that my writing skills have gone up some since I have been enrolled Bethel University. When I first started here I was terrified, especially when I found out that Bethel is a writing based college. I still get nervous and scared at the beginning of every class and I stay nervous till I see how I am doing in the class. There has been many teachers that have helped inspire me and those that have taught me to never give up no matter what. So the advice I would give to my boss or family is to never give up. We all face hard times and we all have things we are not so good at. It

For as long as I can remember I have dreamed about becoming a student at the University of Arizona. I was born in Tucson and as a little kid I would always look at “A” mountain and believed that one day I would be a wildcat. Though I was not raised in Tucson I lived fairly close, I come from a small town Mammoth, Arizona. Many people from this town after they graduate from high school usually get trapped into working at the Asarco mine. I knew that I did not want to work there.

These past two semesters at Palo Alto, I have not done as well as I wanted to, I failed both semesters with under a 2.0 GPA. I started off well, went to class, and finished the homework on time, I also studied whenever I had the chance. But towards the middle of the first semester many things were not going so great back at home. To start off, my sister attends college at the Red McCombs business school at UT Austin, I would sometimes have to miss classes to drive her up to Austin for her classes and wait for her to finish. In the middle of all that, my mom had fallen ill, and my dad had to take days off to be with her in the hospital. Everything started to pile up and my father began to stress out really bad.

Since the day I first talked with Josh D’Amico, I felt glad that finally, I have found the place where I always wanted to be. I had always dreamed for a small school with an outstanding faculty and tons of opportunity to explore and learn, and finally I am happy that my dream is going to be true. I find Mount Mercy as a perfect fit for me.

What college comes to mind when you think of your home for the next four years? As senior year begins, the thought of college starts to pop in everyone’s head. We usually have a long list of possibilities to choose from that fits us perfectly. One has to make the right decision for college because that’s where their next chapter begins. My list of potential colleges consists of University of Tennessee, Virginia Tech, or Coastal Carolina.

When I started at Bethel University I thought completing my Bachelor’s degree would be my biggest challenge and now that I am reaching fruition my concerns are landing the job I want. I have a passion for teaching and now with my degree I feel I am in a better position to move forward. I have years of experience with children and look forward to nurturing and molding the minds. I feel my biggest challenge could be the age factor. At my age, most people are getting ready to retire and I am just embarking on what would be my dream. I plan to sell myself with my experience and attributes and using my people skills as well showing I am a team player and my skills will enhance my job.

The familiar saying, “with age comes wisdom,” has never been truer than it has been with my journey through Bethel University. Little did I know the positive impact this institution would have on many aspects of my life! First, a college degree from an accredited university has always been an important personal goal. For example, I explored several universities and visited with many recruiters. Throughout this process I could not identify or related to a university. Then, I met the recruiting staff from Bethel. At that point I knew the connection I had been missing. The more I discussed the possibility of Bethel, the passion, desire, and concern for furthering my education began to resonate with me as the Bethel staff stood before me.

What can I say? Northwestern has many unique qualities that intrigue me. Northwestern is located in a great area Evanston just north of Chicago. They provide their students with a high intense brain challenging education. I love that Northwestern challenge their students, while also making it an enjoyable experience. I want to be apart of Northwestern Radio/Television/and Film program. Another unique quality is the amount of historical alumni who attended northwestern. I want to someday add my name to that list. I want to be a part of Northwestern to receive that challenging education, so that I can thrive under the pressure and overcome all the obstacles that come my way. In return I promise to represent the school with great honor and ambition.

Have you ever got the feeling like your life starts from here. When I enter these doors, a new beginning and fresh start. This feeling happened to me in the end of sophomore year. I thought freshmen year was my start though, a new start from a game I’ve been losing since 6th grade. School years have always felt like a videogame to me. My game was always paused in Summer and unpaused by September. Back to the crappy spot I saved in last year. Freshmen year a new school, new amigos, my chance to be in graphic arts. Unfortunately, I didn’t get many friends( I literally don’t talk to a single person I did freshmen year ) , and i didn’t do graphics by the end of the year because of a quick decision to pick Communications. It all started with my

41 hours looking up “how to get into college”. Approximately 12 hours of looking at personal statements that got other people into college. And just about 2 hours writing my own. I’ve spent my whole life living up to other people’s expectations, following what others are doing, and doing what others tell me to do. But for a personal statement, why is it that so much of it revolves around what other people tell you to do. From prompts to teachers telling you a good angle to take, to even parents telling you an important life event that you should include. But what about me?