Throughout my years of elementary, middle, and high school I often asked myself, Why college? My family has a variety of ways of making money and has different inputs on success. Such as mechanics, college, and the Military. Throughout my high school years i was involved in JROTC (Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps) and developed leadership skills. While being involved in JROTC I met different people from different parts of the military, had my own recruiters, won awards, on the drill team, academic team, and excelled as a leader over many companies. At first my main focus was the military and to be apart of the Army until my week in JROTC camp. The different tasks we had to accomplish in a day was not something I wanted to do throughout my life or even for a short period of time. So I started to think about a career choice and different Universities. My mother is a Cardiac Nurse so I've always sat and talk to her about her day at work and her patients. So, one day I decided to do some research about nursing and the different benefits and programs available. My only way to become a nurse was to go to college and achieve my Divine potential in my studies. So I started to look at different nursing programs in the state of Alabama and their student ratios. Jacksonville wasn't my first choice but it was the best decision I've made so far.Another reason I feel like I should attend college is so I can support my family. Many of my brothers and sisters haven't finish college or went to college because of the decisions they made. To me college is as important as waking up in the morning. Now a days you cannot get a great job without having a college degree. Also why wouldn't you go to college? College is not just about getting you education but learning how to be responsible and still have fun. In high school you had your family and teachers to really push you but in college you have to push yourself. It's your choice to wake up, go to class, and study.
To me college is a big part of life. It teaches you leadership skills, education, and how to be a responsible adult.
Growing up in a military family myself, I can relate to your family having different inputs on success. For a long time I thought it was necessary for me to join the military in order to have my family's approval. I now believe that they simply wanted me to make a decision for myself and actually stick with it. I'm happy that I chose to go to college and I believe they are too.
ReplyDeleteMe too, but I'm glad we chose to goto college. I think the military life for children can be hard at times.
ReplyDeleteI am glad you chose to go to college instead of military!
ReplyDeleteThe military is tough stuff, glad you found your way before it was too late to turn back. I like how you pointed out how college is self-motivated, it's sooooo true. Keep working hard, you seem to be on the right track!
ReplyDeleteYou have had a lot of experience with the military, but I believe you will excel being a nurse!
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