Through this challenging experience I have gained seemingly intangible things. After the summer when I returned to school – my closest friends noticed how much it had changed me – I was closer to God, I was confident in who I was, I loved people more. I don’t know if there’s any better feeling than [...]
The Southwestern program has enabled me to graduate from a private university with absolutely no debt. In addition to having no school loans, I have learned the value of hard work and dedication. The skills I’ve learned will enable me to be successful in whatever I put my mind to. The is the most valuable [...]
I felt that I have gained more independence through the Southwestern experience by moving away from my close friends and family. I have also gained a new perspective and attitude in life that greater differs from before my summer experience. I felt that
What I have gained the most from my Southwestern experience is the knowledge that I know I have what it takes to be successful; successful meaning financially, by having a great family and being thankful for the opportunities that were given to me.
What I have gotten from Southwestern: (1) my positive outlook towards life and all the obstacles that individuals face, (2) the realization of time, persistence, and dedication to a goal, (3) a positive attitude, (4) meeting a group of truly motivated, a
Conviction, confidence, perspective are all things that have changed in my everyday life. I realized that to be the person I want to be I will have to face all the things that come before me on the bookfield. The summer is an analogy/microcosan for life
What I’ve gotten most from Southwestern is more confidence in myself, more motivation, and a greater appreciation for everybody that has helped me. Another main objective I gained was realizing that I need goals in life and to dream big and it will happe
I think some of the biggest things that I have gained from my Southwestern experience are the fears I have faced and the change in my confidence and independence from the moment I was selected to right now.
The ability to persist, without failure in any situation–big or small. An appreciation for my parents and grandparents, and an understanding that adversity is good. I will get stronger.
What I appreciate is I feel good about where I’m at in my life right now and feel extremely prepared for life after college. I feel like I can take on any challenge that comes my way, and not only survive, but thrive. I also really appreciate the great
