Every time I reflect on my education at Mount Marty College I see who I was freshman year to who I am now. I have learned that having a strong liberal arts education from Mount Marty consists of different levels of complexity, and change that will set me apart from other students in my future. I have become stronger in my faith of God by letting him guide me through this process of college and pointing me in the right direction for my future. Lastly, I have made multiple lifelong friends that inspire
most important motives for pursue a college degree is, for myself. I have always wanted to be a successful women in the work force. Aside from myself I am also pursuing my degree to provide a better future for my family. I also hope by me continuing my education that I set a good example for my children to continue their education as well. Those are the three most important motives I could have to pursue my degree. Purpose The main purpose I’m seeking a college degree is for myself. When I was
Time management of college students Time is an intangible resource, but it can be used effectively and managed. The current social competition is more and more intense, and the time management strategy as a resource management strategy of the main components, the effective use of personal win is the key to victory. The time management of college students will directly affect their academic performance and college life quality, but also their ability to master career planning. First, the theoretical
graduates decide to attend college. Many students attend college to get higher education and get better jobs, but others have stopped to ask themselves if college is really necessary. The article “Stop Scaring Students by Deborah Lieberman, explains why it is important to get a college education. Even though there are different perspectives to whether college is really needed or not, Caroline's Bird article “ College is a waste of time and money”, argues how unnecessary college can be. After examining
honor code and an oath of excellence? Many college students throughout the world have probably come across some type of oath or honor code in their time, and might see no difference. At Glenville State College the use of the Oath of Excellence is a mission that the college expects all members of the community to conduct themselves in professional, ethical, and lawful manner. The honor code at Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering is a set of core values required by all members of the Olin community
even excel academically. Most students attending college only aim for good grades, but I have a deeper goal. I have come to understand that life will forever continue to challenge us, and that can be both frightening and at the same time beautiful. I want to use the times when I collapse to strengthen my overall well being both physically and mentally. With this intent, I plan to follow the university’s core values of respect
MOTIVATION: What motivates me most to pursue a college degree is my daughter, then I look at my peers/friends who have chosen to return to college to further educate themselves and then I look at myself and feel stagnant, not growing and I want more. I want my daughter to see that even at my age it is not to late to stimulate your mind broaden your horizons and reach a new level. PURPOSE: What is my main purpose in seeking a college degree? First I want to increase my knowledge in my field, I would
As a first-generation college student emerging from a low income Hispanic family, it is imperative that I obtain a college degree in order to set an example for my siblings, make my parents proud, give back to the community and not be a statistic. These are the fundamental drivers that motivate me every morning to excel in my studies and achieve the goals I have set forth. Two things that I consider to be the most important in life are family and religion. I have had the privilege to grow up with
In his book, Will College Pay Off? A Guide to the Most Important Financial Decision You’ll Ever Make, Peter Cappelli talks about how college is the biggest and riskiest expense for many families, even bigger than the cost of their home, and can impact students if it does not work out properly. Cappelli provides a perception for parents and students to make the right decisions that can help them out financially, which will help students to make their way into the world. Cappelli mainly focuses on
College education, is it necessary or not? Now a days education is overrated and looked at as a must by society. Whether a doctorate or no degree at all is acquired, salary and life experiences depend on personal desire. There is a famous saying "work smarter, not harder." Greatness does not come from doing the same as everyone else but, creating a path of distinction and importance. Education has been valued in our world more than anything else, but the value of a person's abilities should be measured