The definition of what it is to be an American varies from person to person. The development of what it is to be an American to you can come from life experiences, goals, and simply the feeling of desire. Presenting to the table of the world your personal characteristics and contributing these to achieve self-fulfillment is what being an American is all about. As a woman, going into the medical field, the job requirements I must adhere to become even broader. I am to be mentally and physically strong for the days of 12-hour night shifts and the never-ending list of patients. Also, I obtain empathy for the families I deliver bad news too. Lastly, I am composed of the desire to better myself and reach my highest goals throughout my life, whether
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However, college is just one way to receive an education. You can participate in learning a trade or a hobby, or even as simple as life lessons. My personal idea of education is going to the traditional route of college and receiving the degree for the occupation I desire. With my goal of being a Nurse Practioner in the neonatal intensive care unit, this requires the completion of high school and 6 years of college. Furthering my education beyond high school is a custom for my family and almost expected. As my parents and their parents have grown up and experienced life they pass down the strong suggestion of attending college. Even though teachers, family, and friends have influenced me this decision to enroll in college is my own desire. I feel it is my duty as an American to broaden my learning and bring my knowledge to the field of study in which I will pursue a career. Having a diploma also ensures a safety net. Not everyone, even with having a higher education will achieve employment right away. The only security it does provide is that those with a bachelor’s degree have a lower unemployment rate, a difference of almost 3%. It would be an inaccurate assumption to say all Americans view education as highly as I do. However, it is a fact that the United States is home to the fifth highest literacy rate. This may not be exactly where our citizens would like to be ranked on the charts, but this country still values and understands the need for a higher learning. Education is one of the reasons people came to America. Since the beginning of exploration, this land has been seen by foreigners as a place to prosper. But do other countries and American’s feel the same way about education as I do? Countries such as North Korea who are communist do not believe in a higher education for their citizens. This is due to the idea that if their people become knowledgeable about the rest of the world,
However, college is just one way to receive an education. You can participate in learning a trade or a hobby, or even as simple as life lessons. My personal idea of education is going to the traditional route of college and receiving the degree for the occupation I desire. With my goal of being a Nurse Practioner in the neonatal intensive care unit, this requires the completion of high school and 6 years of college. Furthering my education beyond high school is a custom for my family and almost expected. As my parents and their parents have grown up and experienced life they pass down the strong suggestion of attending college. Even though teachers, family, and friends have influenced me this decision to enroll in college is my own desire. I feel it is my duty as an American to broaden my learning and bring my knowledge to the field of study in which I will pursue a career. Having a diploma also ensures a safety net. Not everyone, even with having a higher education will achieve employment right away. The only security it does provide is that those with a bachelor’s degree have a lower unemployment rate, a difference of almost 3%. It would be an inaccurate assumption to say all Americans view education as highly as I do. However, it is a fact that the United States is home to the fifth highest literacy rate. This may not be exactly where our citizens would like to be ranked on the charts, but this country still values and understands the need for a higher learning. Education is one of the reasons people came to America. Since the beginning of exploration, this land has been seen by foreigners as a place to prosper. But do other countries and American’s feel the same way about education as I do? Countries such as North Korea who are communist do not believe in a higher education for their citizens. This is due to the idea that if their people become knowledgeable about the rest of the world,