Thursday, September 29, 2011
Not high school anymore
Coming into college, I thought I was a genius. This is merely due to the fact that I came from a small high school where I was considered one of the smartest students. Soon after I got to Purdue I realized this was no longer the case. The smart kids from all schools come to Purdue, making me average. I still didnt think classwork would be a big deal though, since it was so easy for me previously. I have never had to do homework or study for tests before in my life and thought I would get away with those habits here as well. I was struck with the club of failure after my first two exams. I got a C- and C+ on each of them. You may say, "At least you are still passing," but I don't want to just pass, I want to do great in school. I was an all A student in high school, so this is a completely new feeling to me. Since those exams, I have found myself spending countless hours in the study rooms of my residence hall. Being great doesn't come easy, but I'm willing to make it work.
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LOL I think that is true, in my school I was considered one of the smartest students, now I still feel pretty intelligent, but it has required much more work to keep it up. And I completely agree with you, "just passing" is not enough, I need an A+ not a C... I get you perfectly. You also made me fall into account that here high school is not as tough as it is in Colombia, in there people don't usually get an A, most of them just get B's, C's, and D's but I guess that is an interesting educational cultural factor (which I really hate). (Jayne)
ReplyDeleteSo true. I thought the same way about myself and I still think the same coz this thinking will help me progress further in life. If at this point of time I lose hope and get depressed with the fact that I stand nowhere in this university, then for sure I'll keep scoring a C.
ReplyDeleteI have an advice, think positive. Soon you'll get used to these homeworks and tests and one day you'll stand high and say "YES! Not only at high school, but I rock at Purdue too". Just don't lose hope. :) Good luck and happy studying hours! :)
(Jayne)
I feel like almost everyone around me is going through the same phase.. Welcome to college :)
ReplyDeleteIt is pretty tough to get good grades, and I'm almost in the same boat as you. But just like you said, one should try to make it work and never loose hope. I wish you all the best :) (Jayne)
I'm not going to pretend like grades aren't important- I had the same mindset in high school, and expected high grades for myself in college too. But, I think at some point, I became so invested in maintaining a high grade, that I forgot to enjoy life a little. Don't forget to try new things and have fun outside of school!
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