Narrative Essay Examples for College

Fall of 2013 I started the Early College Alliance, otherwise known as ECA. For those who do not know, when you first start ECA you take High School level classes, with other High Schoolers during your first semester. After teachers review your progress you’ll either be placed in College classes, because you’re what they call, “College Ready,” or you’ll take another semester of High School classes. During my second year of ECA, I was placed in EMU College classes. During this time I was…

There is a certain thrill and anxiety linked with growing up. As my sixteen year old self was beginning to feel a pressure that propelled me into the real world, her habits of just doing the surface level of work and relying on others would be pushed. She would need to become an independent woman. I was not much different from who I am now, not even six months after my life had advanced a level, but all the same I am completely different. I’ve become a more passionate person with more…

Growing up college has always seemed like a no-brainer. My mom and dad both went to college so, to me that seemed like the only logical plan for my future growing up. The whole finish school, go to college, get a job mantra was what my life was based around. Sure, I had those dreams like any young girl of being a famous rock star or traveling the world, but reality seemed to always take over. I could still reach my dreams in a different way though with higher education under my belt. It seems…

school years where I have wanted to go out with my friends, but I forgot that I had homework or projects to complete. After my dual enrollment classes, I learned that most colleges do not verbally tell you when the assignments are due or constantly remind you like many of us…

Well it has been almost 4 months that I have been attending Roanoke Valley Early College. I love it here and I don’t see how anyone couldn’t. So far I have learned a lot about school. By taking time to observe my surroundings and everyone around me, I have learned that everyone in high school is not your friend and that I am learning how to sense a bad vibe before I let anyone get too close to me. RVEC is the only school that has taught me that all teachers are not these people that hate their…

One of the best ways to end a long day of classes and activities is a walk around Assumption College. At this time of night it seems to be a completely different place from the normal, busy, and populated daylight scene. Now, it provides peace and serenity for any stressed college student to think about the day or whatever they want. There's no worries about getting lost since the campus is a circle, this makes it very easy to just zone out and think about whatever. Surprisingly one can become…

College has been a huge eye opener for me. Going into college, you expect it to be a certain way, but for me, I learned that it is a lot different than what I expected. My first semester of college really was something else. I have some memories that I will never forget, but I also have some experiences that I can learn from. Being a pre-nursing student comes with its challenges, but I found a couple ways that ease all of your emotions during the semester. Since I have learned a lot of things my…

My Goals After Graduating from College I have many goals I would love to accomplish after graduating college. A college degree can help me earn a job with a steady income, so I can begin to save my money. There are many things I can do as an elementary teacher to improve the lives of my students. Teachers have a profound impact on their students, and I would hope to have a positive impact on the students I teach. Some of my goals after graduating college include finding a job, being a…

school it, was worse because I struggled a lot in math and again had introverted qualities. In, high school I realized I really liked history and reading it was very interesting to me. Additionally, I tried to do my best and to try new things. In college I will study, work hard, set goals, try new things and have fun. In high school I loosened up and tried to take on more challenges. I began asking more questions and participating a bit more. I was a decent student: doing all of my assignments…

College has a lot of new found freedoms that you never experience before you get here. Most of the new freshman here are for the first time on their own without their parents watching over them and their every move. This means managing your time effectively, eating healthy, staying active, being involved in extracurricular activities such as clubs, balancing school work, and still finding time to do social things in order to stay sane. Many students rise to the challenge quickly and have almost…