Class Experience

When I first walked into my class I was much more nervous than I had expected. It was my first college class and I did not know anyone in it. If I had to choose one class to be my first I would have definitely chosen this one. It allowed me to feel comfortable and get used to the setting. If I would have had to go into my anatomy class first I would have started off with a much higher stress level.

Class Experience

Many of my friends at other colleges tell me of how they have had a tough time getting accustomed. I feel if they would have had a class similar to this one their experience would have been a lot easier. The transition to college is not an easy one and any help is necessary. The class gave a feeling of a college class while still having a friendly feel to it. I felt it was nice to be surrounded by peers who were all in a similar situation with all of the same problems.

Class Experience

The message of this class could not be more positive. All of the volunteer work we are exposed to is great. Many people say they want to help but just don't know how. This class showed us in just how many different ways we can help. Through all of the opportunities there must be a few that we found fun and easy. The little time we took out of our lives to help made a much larger impact than we think. By opening our lives to volunteer work we grow greatly as individuals.

Throughout all of the different surveys and volunteer opportunities I feel that I have grown greatly as a person. I am beginning to notice small things such as soup kitchens I never knew I passed by before. I am also realizing just in how many ways I can help people around me. Also, I feel that I know myself much better now. My strengths and weaknesses are much clearer to me and I can put effort in areas I need to improve. Every freshman should have to take this class and I am glad I was a part of it.

Ulifeline and Alcohol Screening

Both of these resources can be of great helpful to any family or friend who is trying to help a loved one. Also, if a person themselves feels that they might be going through a rough time in their lives these website would be a great evaluation. They could get a better idea of whether they are going through a rough batch or if they might be suffering from an illness. It would be much more beneficial for someone to know ahead of time so that they could seek treatment and not continue to suffer.

Ulifeline

I felt that the Ulifeline could be useful for students who feel their moods have been eratic. It will give them a sense of what they are dealing with and how to solve it. After taking it my results showed that I currently have no symptoms of any disorder. If I felt one of my friends had been acting strangely I would direct them to this site so that they could get help. This site can be helpful for parents and professors who feel that they know an individual who is need of help.

Thoughts on Ulifeline and Alcohol screening

It seems that the idea of underage drinking has become more and more acceptable in our age. We hear of teens getting MIP's and getting pulled over for drunk driving. The idea of alcohol screening is a very helpful one for many different reasons. If we could know about the teens that are drinking they could be provided with help and knowledge before they get in trouble.

Research Experience

Throughout my research, I have been surprised numerous times. I was not aware that the amount of people who are hungry and homeless was so large. I have also been able to find out many new ways I can help these people. Having the opportunity to help in any way possible has been a great experience for me and I feel that I have grown as a person. I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to extend a helping hand.

With so many homeless people it is important for more universities to have students take classes that will help them educate them in this subject. I am positive that the homeless community is grateful for any help from people who are more privileged than themselves. As students we are lucky to be in a position to be able to help ourselves to becoming successful. But being in the position we are liable to help the people who are not so lucky. We need to find time in our busy lives to help people around us.

Research Experience

I am sad that we could not do the homeless experience. I feel that it would have been very helpful in us understanding the daily routine of a homeless individual much better. If we could have slept outside we would have seen the rigorous nights they suffer through. We complain if we do not have our phones for a few hours. I would have liked to see how much we would have complained with out major neccessities. If I ever have the opportunity to take part in something like that again I will make sure to do it.

Research Experience

Due to my busy schedule I was unable to go help at the soup kitchen. What my research showed me was so startling I would have liked to experience it first hand. I feel this would have given me a much grander outlook on this subject. Without this experience I feel that I missed a large part but I will make sure to volunteer my time at any event I can in the future.