Saturday, March 30, 2013

Blog Entry Week Eleven – School


The truth I posted last week was number two: I’m really into Alfred Hitchcock films.

            I’m currently enrolled in eight units at Oxnard College, consisting of a statistics class and an English composition class. This is my second part time semester at OC. Prior to attending OC I attended Ventura College from 2007 – 2009 then graduated in 2009 with my A.S. in Accounting. I’m really regretting not following the correct curriculum, at VC, in order to transfer to a four year school. When I started in 2007 I was very motivated but towards the end I just wanted to finish. I was over it but didn’t want to take a semester off because I felt I would never go back if I did. I neglected to take to necessary courses to transfer so as a result, now that I’m interested in transferring, I was forced to enroll at OC to finish my transfer requirements.
            Although, I wish I could transfer to a four year school already, I feel good to be back at school in general. I hate that at times I allow my personal life to take a major toll on me because it affects my school work so much. I’ve had to teach myself not to over think things in my life so that I can focus on what matters most, like my education. What bugs me the most about school right now is the amount of homework I have. I know it’s beneficial for me to do it so that I can get the most out of the class but sometimes it’s very difficult to juggle it with family and other personal things I would like to make time for. I also hate how understaffed the counseling/transfer center is at OC. Just about every time I’ve had to see a counselor I’ve had to wait over an hour and a half. I know all the homework and practice will be more than worth it in the end.
My parents could not be prouder of me for wanting to pursue more than a high school education and for setting an example for my brothers and sisters. I feel getting an education is going to open many doors in my life and I feel it’s the greatest investment I can make. My parents and feeling that way is what keeps me motivated. 

13 comments:

  1. Yes homework and pratice will be worth it at the end.

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  2. I knew it was #2! Its hard to juggle everything. And hey, we're human so i don't blame you for those personal things getting in the way of school work. We all go through it. I respect you for going to school and working because i know how hard it is.

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  3. That's good that you set a good example for your younger brother and sisters.

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  5. It was a really smart descision to go back to school, even though it's at OC getting your transfer credits. Good Luck, hoope you finish soon!

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  6. The transfer center does take forever! Its good that you came back to school and that you are setting a good example for your siblings. Keep up the good work I'm sure you will achieve what you are aiming for.

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  7. That's awesome you got a degree! But unfortunate that the transfer lags...

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  8. School is always a great investment.

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  9. I wish I could go back in time and be in your shoes. I decided having fun was more important and boy did reality hit me now, lol. Be the way since you posted that you are "Hitchcock" fan; is your background from the movie "The Birds"?

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    1. No it's not it just really reminded me of The Birds so I used it :)

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  10. I know what you mean sometimes I do not want to do anything when I get home then I realize that I have homework. Keep up the good work it will pay off. Good luck.

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  11. hey girl just keep it up, you will achieve everything you want, I bet : )

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  12. It is hard when you want to balance family and school sometimes. I agree on the part that everything that you’re going through will be worth it at the end. Keep it up. I know you’ll make it!

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