Exceeding my Own Expectations

As a freshman in college, my hardest obstacle was balancing everything I had on my plate.  I enrolled in 16 hours, which is challenging for any student.  I have a daughter and work over 20 hours a week, so I have more responsibilities than a typical freshman.  What I learned as a freshman was to work on my time management.  I tend to procrastinate and I struggled with my classes and everyday life because I had to take care of so many things in such little time.  I began to change that when I got a taste of what it’s like to complete homework and projects weeks in advance.  The main thing I suggest to any student is to get a planner!  Professors do not always remind students about approaching deadlines.  Having a planner really helps map out what is due in advance.  I also learned that professors love to help, even though they may come off as intimidating.  I often went to some of my professors’ offices to ask questions and have them help me understand the information more clearly.   Also, I am applying for UofL’s highly competitive nursing program in the upcoming months.  I have been stressing about getting good grades to obtain my dream. I feel I am well on my way to obtaining that dream thanks to my hard work, improved time management, and helpful professors.

I have had a great time in college so far.  I have exceeded my own expectations I set for myself both academically, professionally, and personally.  I have A’s and B’s and have been succeeding as a student.  I am also currently a CNA at a nursing home to begin my work as a nurse.  UofL has given me the greatest opportunity to become what I’ve always dreamed of being.

Heather Glidewell

Freshman, University of Louisville School of Nursing