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Maximize your university experience with these tips for all things collegiate–how to achieve a perfect GPA, select the right major, finance your college education and more.
My Breakup With Academia
Back in High School I was considered a "gifted" student. My parents, both immigrants, expected me to go to college and become a doctor. I grew up believing if you work hard enough anything is attainable but then, I took the ACT. I scored a modest 22, so I took it again. Another 22, another disappointment. My grades where still good enough to be accepted into my top choice and even earn a scholarship but my first semester I struggled. I took remedial math courses and often cried from frustration at not understanding basic chem equations that all my other classmates seemed to master so easily. I had taken chemistry in High School, but my teacher that year was so often sick that over half the year was taught by substitute teachers that rarely taught us chemistry. Even in english, my previous strong point I didn't know how to properly cite my sources and had never been taught anything aside from MLA. I never learned how to properly study in High School because everything came so easy to me even though I was in mostly advanced placement classes. So, what had changed? Had I suddenly become dumber? Of course not. Like many other public school students in the US the High School I attended was underfunded, overcrowded and being governed by a board that is largely unqualified. Schools so under resourced still have quotas to meet and often times curriculums are watered down to increase graduation rates.
By AR. Torres5 years ago in Education
Best Engineering Universities in the World
Studying engineering is the smartest decision for students. It is a well-paid and interesting profession. The learning process in engineering never stops, you may learn new things each day of your career. The progression in science and technology increases the growth and scope of engineering in several fields. There are best technical universities all over the world offering engineering degree courses and specialization in several fields. Some common specializations are civil engineering, chemical engineering, software engineering and electrical engineering.
By Mehreen Saeed5 years ago in Education
CSUSB High Desert Students Receive Dr. Prem Reddy Academic Excellence Scholarships
The scholarship went to third-year student Antonio Kanczel of Barstow and freshman Jesse Wetzel of Apple Valley, both of whom are biology majors with a pre-med option and have made the Dean’s List.
By katewinslet5 years ago in Education
Understanding Opportunities For Attending College
High school graduates years ago like myself, never thought of attending college to work a good job as an adult. Once online college began, understanding the programs and knowing the increased rate for multiple property rentals or mortgages, and car loans most definitely supports my opinion on why education is important for any career field. Let's start from the beginning!
By 5 years ago in Education
Benefits of Having a College Roommate
College is a chance to experience new things, especially when it comes to where you live. You’ll likely need a roommate at some point. You’ll have one automatically assigned to you for on-campus housing, and you’ll probably look for a roommate when it’s time to move off-campus.
By Ginger Abbot5 years ago in Education
Steps to Go to an American College Online
If you’re an international student, you may be wondering how you can get a degree in the U.S. amidst COVID-19. Fortunately, it’s still possible. You can pursue an online program that holds classes virtually rather than in person. This track will help you achieve your goals as intended.
By Ginger Abbot5 years ago in Education
To the Getty, Us Nerds want more placards!
Much love to the Getty, if you've never been to a Getty College night then you don't sleep with enough geeks. When visiting the Getty Center I found the museum to be a very aesthetically pleasing place. The architecture is fascinating and the views of Los Angeles are astonishing. Even the art exhibits are set up in a way that pleases the eye. However I feel that the arrangement of the museum detracted from the experience. It took emphasis off the art and did not maximize the educational value of being inside the museum.
By Gus Krider5 years ago in Education
4 Questions To Ask When Deciding Whether To Go to College
Young people in America face a lot of pressure to succeed in life. Some are cajoled to go to college from an early age. Parents can be so insistent on higher education that some kids do not even realize that not going to college is an available option.
By Craig Middleton5 years ago in Education
Extrinsic Motivation Aids Students in the Learning Process
“Beep, beep, beep,” I reach over to swipe on my phone and shut off my fifth alarm of the morning. “Ok time to get up,” I tell myself. I wake up after a long night's rest; eyes low like the flowers before the sunlight wakes them. As they adjust to the light, I sluggishly make my way out of bed, like how a dog stretches its legs to go outside after laying on the floor all night. For those that no me I am not a morning person. I need at least thirty minutes to wake up without people bothering me or talking to me or I tend to be irritable. Before I knew it, it was time to head out for my first day of college. I grab a protein bar from the cabinet and start to eat it as a grab my backpack and head outside. I get in my jeep and put Pandora on my radio, changing the station I had on the night before to the I prevail station I have saved on my phone. I put my sunglasses on, and blast my music as I light a cigarette and pull out of my driveway. It's a beautiful summer day, not a cloud in the sky. There was a slight breeze causing the trees to sway back and forth, as if they were dancing under the moonlight. I had my windows down to soak in the rays of sunshine and breath in the fresh air as I drove; until I reached the 7eleven gas station. I pulled up to the curb just outside the front of the store. I’m pretty sure you’re not supposed to park their, but everyone always does. I went inside to grab a monster energy drink. I paid for my purchase, got back into my jeep, took a deep breath resumed my music and drove until I arrived at three rivers community college. I arrived at school twenty-five minutes early for class. I took a sip from my monster before grabbing my backpack and walking into school. The can had water droplets running down the sides from the temperature change making my hand wet and cold, like when you pick up wet snow in your bare hands to throw a snowball. I wiped my hand on my pants to dry it from the condensation. I opened the door of the jeep, sprayed myself with axe body spray to mask the scent of cigarettes and stepped out onto the hot pavement. The landscapers were in the process of mowing when I arrived at school. The minute I got out of my car the air smelled crisp and earthy, like it had rained the night before, after the first few breaths of fresh air I started to sneeze from the pollen. I made my way through the parking lot locking my vehicle as I shut the door. It was summer so there aren't too many vehicles in the parking lot. Thankfully I was able to get a spot out front.
By Mary ODonnell5 years ago in Education
