Write An Essay On How To Be Successful In College

For a recently-transferred high school graduate, college can be overwhelming, with so much to do and seemingly little time to do it all. In order to make the most of my time in college and prepare myself for life after graduation, I will need to do well in class and employ my extracurricular activities wisely. Despite only being a part of the post-high school life for three weeks, I have learned that going to college can be a fun and exciting time, especially if I am committed to being successful. Of all my classes this semester, English 111 (also known as Writing and Inquiries, if you prefer) will be particularly important. So what exactly do I need to do in order to be successful in this class? This is a popular question for a majority of college transfer students fresh off the boat, and the first answer that comes to mind may be just as recurring: go to class. Punctuality and attendance is one of the easiest ways to turn the tide in my favor; Professor Foster doesn’t give a fig about whether or not I show up, and neither do my other instructors. …show more content…
At the very least, I hope to earn more practice as far as my writing is concerned; they say fantasy can be an escape from reality, but at the same time, one should know when to stay grounded. If we were to stay imprisoned within the recesses of our own minds for prolonged periods of time, we would lose touch with the important things in life. It is only human to err, but at the same time, we were made to adapt to our misfortunes and evolve into something stronger so it would not hurt as badly the next time. At the end of the day, have we changed into someone who is utterly fearless? Of course not, but hopefully we can evolve into someone who is unafraid of learning the best route, even if we have made more than a few mistakes to get