Why Is It Important To Have Full Appreciation Of A College Education

In American society, higher education has become the standard and all over the country young people are being told just how important and necessary this extended learning is. The question is: why? Mark Edmundson, author of “Who Are You and What Are You Doing Here?”, tackles this question with full-force in his essay about making the most of your college learning. Within the essay, Edmundson’s purpose is to inspire a new way of thinking for students just beginning their college education. He gives the readers a personal account of self-discovery amidst the depravity of academics, and emphasizes that this is one of the most important parts of the college experience.

College gives students endless opportunities. During this time, students are able to grow and develop academically and individually. It also provides students with

College, The doorway to the future. Many things can happen during this phase of one’s life, well known for exposing peoples “true personalities” through its multiple hardships and adventure. One thing to be said about college is that it is one of the most stressful times of a person life. In College pressures, an article written by William Zinsser, the head master of Bradford College, states that the amount of pressure placed on college students is heavy and that is unintentionally been cause by their own self-doubt. I am interested in the essay because although it was written in the 70’s I know for a fact that many college students can truly relate to this essay in more than one way. I, personally, relate because I would be the first in my family to complete college with more than just an associate’s degree and it is a lot of pressure but, unlike the people in this essay, I know very well how to handle the pressure, but I do know many who are friends and in college right now who cannot handle the pressure and are failing under the pressure. In William Zinsser’s article, he simply explains how the unstable economy we live in is distracting us from adventuring out into uncharted territory. Simply because, in our up bringing our parents emphasized the importance of stability and the suggestion of striving for more realistic jobs. It also stresses the influence of peers have on one’s personal experience and opinion on where he or she should be academically causing exhaustion

College is an exciting time with plenty of challenges and difficulties. The ones who can overcome these challenges and difficulties will be the ones who get the most out of college and their degree. In my paper I will talk about what a degree means to me personally and professionally. I will also talk about different things I struggle with so far in college and different ways I can improve these difficulties, as well as how I feel about the CSI report that we took and how I believe it compares to me personally.

Gary Colombo, Robert Cullen, and Bonnie Lisle in their book “Rereading America” feel that commencing college is a very disturbing experience. So many things we have to deal while starting college, but the major challenges are expanded difficulty levels and higher expectation which we are not familiar over the years of high school. In order to solve this issue, we have to remodel ourselves by taking up the challenge and rethink about our strength and flaws. To succeed in college we need to be mentally strong and dedicated towards our goal.

What Is College For? By Gary Gutting is an analytical article upon the importance of a higher education to the public, he begins by discussing the statistics of what college has deemed worthful to people after their education. It was evident that many found it to be useful later on in life and helped them mature and grow intellectually. Gutting also points out that although many people find themselves to be successful later on after college that not everybody had the same experience, many had to drop out for the fact that a higher education was considered to be too expensive, or dropout rates too high. It is evident that he deems college to be an investment for many people who were fortunate enough to attend, therefore, providing the habits of mind of engagement, persistence, and openness to display how they play key points to the qualifying traits of a college student.

Many students are so overjoyed to fly the coop and go off to college that they have a hard time remembering that all education, not only college can be very challenging  therefore  “let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up”(Galatians 6:9) . The shock of it all can cause very negative reactions on people of all ages from partying all the way to simply procrastinating. Excitement is an amazing feeling but keeping it at bay can be a serious challenge.

Ironically, one thing most college students tend to dislike is college. They would rather spend the day on their phones and computers, scrolling through various social media feeds or watching YouTube videos. Most parents and teachers consider this a waste of time, but one professor feels college is actually the waste of time. Gideon Burton, a professor at Brigham Young University, wrote an article for college students entitled “Dear Students: Don't Let College Unplug Your Future” on his blog in 2009. This college professor wants college students to understand that college is not the only way they can excel in life, and may, in fact, be hindering their progress.

Before applying to college, there is this understanding for all applicants that regardless of where you go and what you major in, the next four years of your life will remarkably change you. Constantly, reminded that the four years spent in high school won’t compare to the experiences found in college, you prepare yourself for that transition. From the classes to the teachers, college in general has a different feel and rhythm. The beauty of college is that it allows for choice. Each student has the power to decide how much they want to invest in their education. College does not contain the constraints of mandatory attendance or study hours required to excel. This is what makes college unique and transformative. It gives you the power to decide

College is a major topic of discussion for students in high school who seek to further their education. Many high school students look forward to the opportunity of attending a college or university. However, others become discouraged with the thought of paying for a higher education and being potential buried in debt soon afterwards. The discussion comes into questioning due to the biggest challenge that students face when preparing to go to school. In today’s society students are inquiring if college is right for them because of the lack of employment rate of those whom already have attained college degrees.

​In today’s society, a college education is very important. There are many factors that may influence a successful college experience, from time management to achieving a better career in the future. Some people may think that college success is based on high school accomplishments. Others may think that college success is determined on how dedicated one is. There is no orthodox way to succeed, however, in this paper there will be a few examples. Three factors that most likely lead to college success are; parental encouragement, a high value of college education, and the ability to think abstractly.

College is the entry point into the rat race of life. Students are looking for advantages to help them in their future. They are chasing perfect grades, the perfect partner, and the perfect job that will lead to the perfect life. Many highly motivated and focused students are chasing this perfection, but fail to notice what dangers they may be facing in their pursuit of perfection. Those students put enormous amounts of pressure on themselves to achieve this lifelong perfection. In the process of chasing perfection in their education, students may find themselves missing out on life experiences, causing harm to them in the attempt to attain it, or motivating themselves to be something more than they

Often, college students view college as a means rather than an end. Thoreau writes that people “should not play life, or study it merely… but earnestly love it from beginning to end.” College is an enabling part of life but should also

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.

It is the dream of everyone to join college with the hope of getting a better tomorrow and a foundation for them to make it in life. However, this may not be the case with some students as this dream may turn into a nightmare. This is because many students fail to go through or others even fail simply because they have not prepared enough; not just academically but also on the personal side.