Engineer's degree

There are several characteristics needed to be success in higher-level education. There are both negative and positive characteristics that college students in the U.S. possess. The negatives seem to be a growing epidemic in the U.S. today as we see more and more dropouts. Education is a major key to success in today’s society. But, why is it that we see so many college dropouts in our youth? While every student enrolled in college hopes for academic success, however some fail because they are…

As a Hispanic American, I have learned to never give up pursing my goals. Neither of my parents had an education higher than a high school diploma and therefore, while many other children could ask their parents for help on homework and other school assignments, it was not an option for me. However, this allowed me to develop self-efficacy and confidence in my abilities academically. When reading the quote from Einstein, I related this to my own personal experiences. His quote emphasizes hard…

College education in The United States is treated as a financial privilege, based on the cost and accessibility to attend any higher educational institution. But it needs to be regarded as a human right, considering that education is recognized as a right for all. And the United States needs to finance students’ education as an investment in the future of the workforce and society as a whole. College education is an essential tool that helps people increase their knowledge, develop their…

My defining moment was when I received the news that I was selected to attend the overseas Warrant Officer Course conducted by the Royal Australian Air Force, at the RAAF Base Wagga. Eagerly anticipating the course’s commencement, I did in-depth research, sought the advice of previous candidates, and received useful guidance and encouragement from my family, superiors and friends. This was my first foreign leadership course and I was determined to do well for the course. The aim of the course…

cultures, and volunteer for other things also. There are benefits to students that take a gap year both academic and personal. Academic benefits may include, more concentration on their school education, higher GPA,and a better understanding on what degree they want to graduate with. Personal benefits include, being independent,finding what you will love to do. If students aren't forced to go to college right away, they might choose to go to college on their own time and love it and be more…

Joining the New Visions program was one of the wisest decisions I have made. When nurses that I shadow at Unity Hospital express how jealous they are that they didn’t have a program like this when they were in high school, it reminds me to take advantage of this opportunity that not every student receives. I am confident that when I graduate college, I will be able to recollect this program, and how it led me to be successful. I will reminisce about the long hours dedicated to each college-level…

question a liberal arts education, not realizing the knowledge, wisdom, or virtue it could provide. Many believe a liberal arts education gives you more economic freedom, unlike a degree engineered toward their specific future careers and endeavors. Because of these practices, liberal arts education offers more than just a degree. In fact, the term liberal means freedom; complemented by noble, well-rounded, or moral open-minded character. A liberal arts education gives you the ability to…

Credit card companies love to prolong credit to college students,especially people that come right out of highschool.Ads for credit cards line campus bulletin boards, flash across commercial Web sites for students, and get stuffed into shopping bags and stuff. Why do the companies market their product so weird to a population that lacks a good credit history and really has no ongoing source of income? The answer is that good profits can be earned through high interest rates and assorted…

Athletic Training Certified Athletic Trainers are very highly trained health professionals who are trained in preventing, diagnosing, managing and rehabilitating injuries that result from physical activity such as sports. Athletic Trainers can help you avoid unnecessary doctor visits and disruption to your normal daily life of working out and playing your sports. Athletic Training first came about during the 20th century during the Olympic Games. “The history of athletic training draws on the…

My response to this selection is that Hornak made right decision, even though it took her long time to realize, but it would be hard for me If I were to change my career. It would be hard for me because I know I spent a lot time to study and it costs me a lot too. But I personally believe that we all need money, but I would also want to pick the major that I would enjoy in and which would make me proud. For instance, I like to help others and I also like money so I chose Nursing as a my major…