Pursuing A College Career

Some of the obstacles I may encounter during my college career would be to be in dept., homesickness, and choosing a major. These obstacles may seem like nothing at the moment but once it happens it will be hard but not impossible to accomplish. Some obstacles are different to others because some people don’t get homesickness, or don’t have a problem choosing a major, some come from families that make enough money to pay for tuition so they don’t end up going into dept. like others. But all these obstacles can be solved within time.

When I graduated in June of 2014 I really wasn't sure what I wanted out of life. I was prepared to go to the local community college undecided. I was dragging my feet when it came to getting ready to start school in the fall, and I knew I wasn't ready. I approached my mom with the idea of flying out to California and get to know my family and grandparents there better. 3 weeks later I was on a plane flying to Sacramento, as all my friends began their freshman year of college. I'll admit it was tough to see all my friends take the next step in life and I was a couple thousand miles away with nothing planned out. I decided to take that weekend and head to Lake Tahoe. It literally was a breath of fresh air for me. I was at (debatably) the most beautiful lake on earth. Things seemed clearer to me after that trip and I was able to remind myself that not everyone takes the same path in life, and we definitely won't all end up in the same place. I took the rest of those few months to be outdoorsy, paddleboard, hike and ride horses. When November came and it was time to come home, I was ready.

The past year has been a stressful one. I have been faced with the biggest decisions I have ever had to make. Decisions that mark out my future and essentially set me up for the rest of my life. I had to decide which college to attend, what to major in, what I want to be now that I’m grown up, etc. I also have to worry about how I am going to pay for said education and where I will live. Don’t grow up, kids- it’s not fun.

My projected career goals during college consist of finding out the best degree path to obtain for my life calling. All my life I have been asked the most common question, “what do you want to be when you grow up”. It is the question everyone gets asked throughout all stages of life. A person’s career depends on the choices they make leading up to graduation of college. One choice could forever affect someone’s life whether it is for the good or the bad. For me, when I grow up I want to help rescue women from human trafficking and give them a chance to change their life for the better. Interstate 20 stretches from West Texas to South Carolina and is called the “Sex Trafficking Superhighway” which is the interstate with the most human trafficking.

Pursuing a college education is one of the most important decisions I have made in my life. Because of the responsibilities and changes in life that this will generate for me, it was fundamental to be convinced that this is really what I want to do in order to focus all my efforts on achieving the goal I have set. College is the first step that I must overcome to become a medical surgeon. My desires and determination to become a college student has multiple origins. Family and school are the biggest influence to pursue this education. Getting a college education will improve my quality of life in the future. I came to this country 4 years ago. Because I was very clear what I wanted to do in the future and the sacrifice and effort I put into achieving my

When the nurses first laid their eyes on me as I was born, I am not sure what potential they saw in me – all two pounds and a couple ounces of me. At four months, my mother and father adopted me, and as I matured, my parents enlightened me with the use of books, films, religion, and art. They were not the richest couple in the world, but still insisted on making up for it with firm, unwavering support. Now that I look at the prospects of my future, I am eager to pronounce my college goals. Any outside aid that could be granted to me would surly allow my academic plans to run far more smoothly.

A college education is something that can determine future opportunities. Receiving a college degree opens up more opportunities than not receiving one at all. It can determine if you get the job you applied for or not, make the money that you desire, or your future financial success. Also, you have already pushed yourself as far as completing high school, so why stop now? I do understand that not everyone strives to continue their education after high school, but I do believe that it is totally worth it.

While growing up, my mother exhibited what it was like to be self-depend. I watched as she went to the hospital every day so that she could provide for our family. She revealed that if I wanted to progress in life, then I would need to show that I will remain stubborn and well guided. Also, then no one would expect me to either. I wanted to show that I was strong-willed and there was no one out there that could do that for me. I believe it is important to be sovereign for the reason that it will help me become who I want as I develop into my career.

One of my biggest dreams in life is to finish College with a degree. There is no doubt that a college education can provide wonderful benefits to students. Education gives us not only knowledge, but also human values which could be a great help in our diverse society. Every student has the right to proper education. We cannot let any students slip through the cracks. I want to pursue my Nursing Career at UMass Boston because I believe that this school can help me improve my skills and passion in taking care of other’s needs, as well as encouraging good sense of camaraderie towards other people.

Education is the only way that helps me to escape from my struggle life, and continue my dream in the art industry. I am Uyen Nguyen, a Vietnamese immigrant with a big dream in the United States. When I was in Vietnam, because of family issues, I postponed my education in high school and got a job. Years later, I got married and have a son. Unfortunately, my marriage life was ended just right after my son was born. During that time, without any financial support as well as child support, I had to work hard to take care of my mother, my only son, and myself. Consequently, my financial needs grew up when my son grew up and went to school. Then, I realized that without education, it was hard for me to have a better salary, not to mention the dream about the art industry. For this reason, I decided to go to adult school after working hours to complete the high school program so that I would continue my dream in the college. Luckily, I get married again and relocated to the U.S, the land of freedom and opportunities. Right now, I am a student at El Camino College, where I start the first step of my dream in art.

Since the age of 11 my main hobby was and is to play football or similar sports that involve team work. This is because I like to work with my friends or other people and it helped me to develop good team working skills that has helped me in many scenarios during the course, such as contributing to the team in the success of our event, which took place this year as part of the course, which also can be useful in future university team works. This hobby also helped me to develop my leaderships skills, because I have been a team captain for two years and it can help me to get good grade at university as I will be able to lead any team work, at my course a. Currently I am a fully qualified FA referee. Being a referee has helped me a lot in my

I never really thought about where my life was going. I always believed life took me where I wanted to go, I never thought that I was the one who took myself were I wanted to go. Once I entered high school I changed the way I thought. This is why I chose to go to college. I believe that college will give me the keys to unlock the doors of life. This way I can choose for myself where I go instead of someone choosing for me.

A great deal of young adults, ages 17 to 21, struggle to decide whether or not they should attend college. This decision is made based on a cost/benefit ratio. Most people believe going to college will provide them with a better job, higher salary, possibility to find employment at a longer rate, and the chance to stay employed longer. In return, sacrificing hundreds of thousands of dollars to pay tuition and interest and the possibility of remaining in debt for the rest of their lives. I have two career paths to possibly go down, one as a lawyer, earning an average salary of $160,000 annually. In this career path I choose to go to (a private) college for 4 years, the total tuition being a hefty $263,968 (without interest). The other career path, being a non retail sales manager, earning a fair $46,800 annually. In this career path, I attend (a public) college for less than 4 years, with the tuition coming out to a meager $9,600 (without interest). Personally, I’d rather go down the career path of being a lawyer.

College is not for everyone; however, I always knew that I wanted to obtain a bachelor's degree from a four-year institution. From being a graduating high school senior to a graduating college senior, throughout the years I have significantly grown intellectually, socially, professionally, and academically. I have learned a lot through trial and error from my experiences as an undergraduate student. There are things I wish someone would have told me before going into college, but I believe that my college career so far has helped me develop into a more professional, open-minded, and confident individual. I feel as though I am ready to face any obstacle that comes my way after graduation and have gained skills that will prepare me for my career aspirations and future endeavors.

I’ve struggled during the years of my college career trying to uncover my passion. During my summer class, I mapped out my interests. After examining my bubble chart, I concluded that traveling and photography were my most considerable interests. My bubble chart concluded to traveling and photography. By attending the Art Institute of California – Orange County, a campus of Argosy University, it will assist me by allowing me to use their resources: career services, professors, scholarships, counselors, and exhibitions. With my will to participate and commit to my education, I will strive to become a successful International Photographer.