Fourth Week Reflection

While I was in Summer Scholars I was shown many things about myself and others. This experience is probably the best possible thing for an upcoming college student. There are so many great people involved in the program from the resident advisers in the dorm to all the students in the program. Each task we were faced with gave us even more insight into what it takes to be a college student. If I had ever second guessed choosing to apply to the program I definitely know now that it was one of the best decisions.
I feel as though going to the high ropes course was a pivotal time because that brought us all closer immediately. We all were going through the same feelings and it really broke the ice. The individual ropes course was the most life changing because we had to depend on ourselves and there was no way out once you are up there. There may have been, but it would have been difficult. I was 50ft in the air and hysterically crying, but I know when I finally finished I felt the most accomplished I ever had.
Being in this program I learned that time goes by faster than I may have thought and it is very important to put your all into whatever you do. There are so many resources available to me and I should take advantage of every last one. There are people waiting to help you and I used to never seek help and because of Summer Scholars I will from now on. Summer Scholars gave me all the tools I need to succeed.
In Summer Scholars we were given the task of working with a student from about 5th to 8th grade. My partner and I worked with a young boy named Chance. We had four projects. The first was a collage of all the careers he was interested in. He wanted to be a football player and an astronaut. Then we eventually had to write an essay on why he wanted to be one. He wasn't that interested, but we showed him that it's important to have a plan. Plans map your future and if you want to be succesful they are absolutely necessary.

Third Week Reflection

The meaning of a scholarship is a new beginning, a door-opener, a way to succeed. A scholarship is said to help people get further in life, but for me a scholarship means I will be able to not worry about paying back loans. It will give me a chance to strive for my goals without worrying if I will be able to pay the money back. A scholarship is a door-opener for me because as of now I have no money saved and I will have to work through school. The typical story I here is that if you work during college you will quit because it is too hard. If I had a full-ride scholarship that wouldn't be a possibility.

You should invest in my education and I because I want to succeed in life. A full- ride would increase my chances of succeeding all the way where I want to go, but it would create an extremely easier way to get where I want to be. I try hard with everything I do and I have a great will in me. If you should invest in me I wouldn't be a waste and I would represent the scholarship well. I try very hard at the things I do and I am involved with my education. I take pride in my education and having a full-ride scholarship would help out greatly.

Second Week Reflection

Last week I spent the night in the Scott Residence Hall. It was probably the best week ever so far. The best part was the responsibility. I was in charge of when i got up and did homework. The only bad part is that you will be tired unless you go to sleep at a reasonable time.
The resident advisors were super nice. They helped with everything i needed. The RA's don't treat you like kids and they make you feel welcome. We had alot of activities like sand volleyball and a scavenger hunt. They were a blast.
The best part were the obstacle courses. These courses were about 50 feet high each. My favorite was the team course. We all worked together to get across the 10 or more obstacles. I felt as though that course brought everyone together.

First Week Reflection

This first week in Summer Scholars I have enjoyed myself. All the new people, new classes, and new friends have really made it enjoyable. The chance to meet new people and be enrolled in a college class different from high school is great. The college campus has gave me a challenge in finding parking. The parking lots are in a lot places, but at the same time if you don't want to have to walk a long ways you must leave early.
I have realized that this is a huge opportunity and I'm going to make the most of it. The class I chose was English: Autobiographical Reading and Writing. This class is about discussions and opinions more than anything else. It really is making me think and I am challenged by the writing. The professor is extremely nice and is going to make this class very interesting.
Being in Summer Scholars we have been given a service learning project. This project is about helping a 5th to 8th grade child explore their future and what they want to be when they grow up. There will be several art projects to be done. I feel like this is a great opportunity to give back to the rest of the community and may have a chain reaction from our knowledge to him to whomever he encounters in his future. I am looking forward to the rest of the time being a Summer Scholar.