Yet here I am, still going back for a 2nd semester on academic probation. It sounds bad, but after reading the letter about it, it is basically them periodically making sure that I maintain a better gpa. This could potentially be my last semester at this college, which could make an end to my college career.
I have never wanted to try in school before, but being on academic probation is a big fat sign that if you don't do better, you are getting the fuck out. I agree. Before the letters came for me and my parents, I had already told my parents that my grades weren't that great and if I didn't improve this next semester that I would either go to a cheaper community college in the area or just not go to college at all. Either way, I told them I don't want to waste your money on an educational fantasy of getting a college degree. If I don't do well, I am probably better off not going to college. I have a brother and a sister, and my parents will be putting both of them through college in 4 years too. I would not want to be the brother that drained all his parent's money so that my brother and sister, who by the way are both more academically talented than me, wouldn't be able to have a wider selection of colleges to apply to (bigger money range).
I have a theory that the only reason why I am not on the other one, which is academic suspension, is because I raised two failing grades to passing, but at the same time I had a B in one class and by the end of the year, it had turned into an F.
I don't feel stupid though, I mean they WERE science classes....ya nvm I'm not going to make that excuse. Science just isn't my strong area. I didn't have an effective study system because I never had one before. I used to call homework in high school "homework" because it was work that didn't need to be done at home.
However I need to change that. It is a responsibility of mine to obtain good academic grades and I owe it to my parents to at least make an effort so that if I do not end up at college next year, I can reflect honestly and say that I tried my best, but college just isn't for me.
All in all, college is a way to get a better opportunity to get a higher paying job compared to someone without a college degree. In the end, it all comes down to money because that is what you need to stay alive in the real world when you have your own rent and responsibilities to take care of.
What school do you go to? Why did you take science classes if that isn't your forte? I'm glad you are taking responsibility now though. Good on you for that one, and I wish you luck. Though I have to say, that takes skill to get at .75.
just remember that most things are easier with a college degree than without a college degree. this has less to do with the actual knowledge you gain through school than the perception of it. But you're still young. Dont think in terms of money. think in terms of passion and interest. I know it sounds cliche, but after all, you will do better in what you enjoy.
I have yet to meet someone that regrets getting a degree. Even if they are in careers that don't make use of it, even if they have a lot of debt because of it. I've met a lot of people that wish they had a degree though.
On January 13 2013 05:37 dongmydrum wrote: just remember that most things are easier with a college degree than without a college degree. this has less to do with the actual knowledge you gain through school than the perception of it. But you're still young. Dont think in terms of money. think in terms of passion and interest. I know it sounds cliche, but after all, you will do better in what you enjoy.
I enjoy stocks and researching companies to invest in. My dad also is entrusting me with 3,000$ to put into investments for him too. Unfortunately this has almost no applicable use for my current situation
On January 13 2013 05:36 docvoc wrote: What school do you go to? Why did you take science classes if that isn't your forte? I'm glad you are taking responsibility now though. Good on you for that one, and I wish you luck. Though I have to say, that takes skill to get at .75.
Its a liberal arts school, sciences are general requirements that I have to take either way
At Georgia Tech, freshman joked about the square root club - that is, people whose GPAs would go up if you took the square root of them. There were a surprisingly large number of people in that club.
Your RAS (reticular activation system, yeah funky word, I know) is probably focused on other things of value. A lot of students place value on the knowledge they get from school simply because from a young age they were told it was valuable. It seems like you've stopped "buying in" and because of that you feel like it's a waste of your time and energy to continue.
impressive i skipped nearly every possible exam, missed one major project and just gave up like a little child half way through semester and still only managed a 2.10gpa
You cannot get that low of a grade by lack of ability. That kind of grade is only possible through sheer effort.
Suck it up and actually go to class. Many classes have grade buffers in either homework, participation, or even simple attendance. Those, no matter how lacking your abilities may be academically, is guaranteed points.
On January 13 2013 06:30 Klonere wrote: impressive i skipped nearly every possible exam, missed one major project and just gave up like a little child half way through semester and still only managed a 2.10gpa
For some reason I can't imagine skipping "nearly" all your exams results in a C average. Nice story but 100% false.
On January 13 2013 07:16 ktimekiller wrote: You cannot get that low of a grade by lack of ability. That kind of grade is only possible through sheer effort.
Suck it up and actually go to class. Many classes have grade buffers in either homework, participation, or even simple attendance. Those, no matter how lacking your abilities may be academically, is guaranteed points.
Well my classes didnt have homework buffers and attendance. I didnt do well on exams which is what killed me. I didnget an A on a test for one of my failing classes which helped me pass it, but those kinds of grades were far and too few in between and. I have no clue why i did so good
I'm also making an effort to do better in school my cgpa right now is 2.79. I'm striving for a 4.0 this term to try and push that up to 3.0+ I haven't ran the numbers to see if that is even possible. It might take a another term.
Anyway, i decided to get more organized. I bought a 3 ring binder, and plastic page holders that have the 3 holes so you can put it in the binders.
Next, I loaded up Microsoft Publisher and created a plan. Basically, i have tables for each class detailing every piece of work due in the class for the whole term and when they are due (homework, quiz's, projects, exams, etc). I got all the information from the class syllabuses.
Anyway, it seems really nice and handy. This was the first week of class so i haven't used it much yet (little work due first week). But so far 4.0 in every class.
On January 13 2013 09:25 Jibba wrote: Serious question: did you attend your classes? How many did you skip?
At first, I used to skip a lot of classes. I remember skipping my bio class for a week straight, and then there were spots and days sprinkled throughout. Same goes for the rest of my classes too.
Towards the end of the semester though, I realized that I should start going to classes so I forced myself to go to classes so I didn't miss them anymore for about a month in a row.
On January 13 2013 06:11 Spiffeh wrote: Your RAS (reticular activation system, yeah funky word, I know) is probably focused on other things of value. A lot of students place value on the knowledge they get from school simply because from a young age they were told it was valuable. It seems like you've stopped "buying in" and because of that you feel like it's a waste of your time and energy to continue.
A word of advice from someone who has been in your shoes. Drop out of school this semester. What?!?!? WHY? It honestly doesn't sound like you are mature enough to handle college at this point in time. Perhaps you need to get a job and work 40+ hours/week for a few years. It sounds like you have very little discipline. Mayhap's your lack of motivation is the reason why you do not care about school. Either way I recommend not wasting your parent's money, on another semester of tuition. Like I said I've been where you are now. It took me maturing, learning discipline, and figuring out what is that I want from my life to get myself to go back to college. And after a 10 year break, between full-time college, I'll be graduating this semester.
You have to be kidding me. You tried your best... at what? Getting the lowest GPA possible? Why don't you actually try to get good grades instead of not trying? Also, you're right that you owe it to your parents (especially if they're paying for your college education), so just do it.
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