Why College: Revised

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     After high school is over and done with, here comes everyone with their opinions and suggestions. Some people might say "Just get a job!", while others might say "Go to college!". Personally, I had my mind set on going to college. There was no excuses for me. I knew that without some college education I wasn't going to succeed at the things I really wanted to do. After graduating from high school I knew obtaining a degree from college was the next achievement. So, the big question is WHY COLLEGE?

     College is the most important aspect of life. To do great things in life, you should consider going! Yes, there are some people with great jobs that haven't had any college education. But, it is very rare. Everyone cannot be a "Bill Gates" or a "Steve Jobs". You either work your way to the top or you start at the top. Unfortunately, most of us have to work our way to the top. How can you do that? Ding! Ding! College! The reason I chose college is simply because I have no other choice. Either it's college or it's working doing something I don't want to. I know with college education, I can do anything in this world. The more college education you get, you're liable to have a job. There are many people that do struggle with their degree because they may be over-qualified. It's just one of those circumstances that you may have to deal with if you're considering college. You must be prepared for the outcome.

     College is here to prepare you. Life is so much different now than years ago. You need more education and experience, to get that "good job", just like high school is to prepare you for college. Life works in cycles. You're always working to better yourself. What better way than to get more education? Most people think they'll struggle a whole lot in college, which may be true for some people. That's why everyone that decides to go to college should be prepared for the difficulties that come along with college. When really, college is a great experience! You meet all sorts of people. You get to learn more about each other's cultures. You get to participate in things you never thought you could. College can be fun, but keep in mind it's not all fun. Sometimes high school graduates see other people failing and getting thrown out of college. True enough, it can discourage you. I learned that you should never let someone's life experiences keep you from doing the things you really want to do. If so, you'll be doing nothing your whole life.

     I'm ready for this journey, even if it takes everything to make it through this "college life". I want to be able to make my parents proud after I finish college. My mom had some college education. She did some of the things she wanted to do, but didn't quite get to her main purpose. My grandparents couldn't even finish high school. They would love to see me succeed. After all I'm responsible for my life, my decisions, and my education. WHY COLLEGE? I want a career! I want to prosper! I want to take care of my family! I definitely want to take care of myself!





Share or Die Response

 

Thoughts before reading "Share or Die - Unprepared" By Sarah Idzik

     Sometimes us, teenagers, think we have it all figured out. We are growing up with this mindset of thinking that life is just simply easy. Most of our parents told us to get a "great" education so you can have that "great" career that you need. Most of our teachers and counselors in high school told us to go to a "great" college so you can earn a "great" degree. I'll admit their words will always stick with me. Our parents, teachers, counselors, mentors, and advisors are wonderful people. They have did their job and tried to prepare us for a better future. I cannot say that they didn't give me good advice. I just think they could've gave some truth along with giving the good advice.

    

     My thoughts about college have changed a lot since the discussions we've had in my english composition class. I must say I have a new outlook on college and what it's all about. Before reading "Unprepared", I've figured out that you must be prepared before and after college. Before you attend college you should absolutely have some kind of idea of why you want to attend. After college you should be willing to face challenges. Those challenges could be confusion, devastation, depression, and more. I've learned that graduating from college will not be a "sweet walk in the park surrounded by roses". There will be tough times. You must be prepared.

 

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 Thoughts after reading "Share or Die - Unprepared" By Sarah Idzik

     I found "Unprepared" so relatable. Sarah wrote about how amazingly easy it was in high school. It seemed as if it was the same way with me. You go through high school being known as the "smart one", then once you step foot in college you realize that you don't know absolutely nothing. I thought it was amusing, because that was the exact way I felt. You spend time with countless numbers of people around at an university and you realize you have so much more to learn. I enjoyed reading her essay simply because she told both aspects of life. She told how college made her learn and mature quickly. I agreed with totally everything she stated in her essay. She stated some exceptional facts. The more you learn, the more you find to learn. She also told about her struggle after college. I wasn't really shocked after reading about her struggle, but it again open my eyes more to understand what could happen after I graduate from college. It is certainly hard to think about, but it is necessary for students in college to know.

 

     You would expect to go right into your career after college, but sometimes it just might not happen the way you dreamed it would. I still believe that futhering your education is right, but you should definitely be prepared for unseen circumstances. She told about her friends' struggles also. They were just like her. Only one of her friends really got a chance to obtain their career. That gained my attention. Sarah Idzik really made me contemplate on my future even more than ever. It is frightening to have paid all that money, listen to all those professors, and finish all those assignments in college and not be able to do what your heart desires in the end. Everyone wants that "great" career that everyone keeps talking about. No one ever tells us our chances of getting those "great" careers. Just like Sarah Idzik, we have to create our own version of the real world. You must have the confidence to search for your personal success.

 

Thoughts after reading "Share or Die - Quitter" By Emi Gennis

     I enjoyed reading "Quitter", a comic strip. It was fun to read and laugh at something that had some serious points to it. I haven't read a comic strip in a long, long time. After reading "Quitter" I would like to read another comic strip by Emi Gennis. The comic strip was based on a story from the recession. It reminded me of "Unprepared" in many ways. It makes you think of the questions most people think of when heading into college and graduating from college. It is also an eye opener to what can happen after college. What I've gained from "Quitter" is just the same thing I gained from "Unprepared". You cannot be a quitter! Success will not come to you, you must work hard for those things you want out of life.