After highschool many students are excited and ready to go to college. To get out and be on their own, living in the real world. What most of them do not know is that college is no what in the park. It's hard, stressful and expensive. Not everyone makes it through college, some students drop out after their first year or even first semester.
There are many reason why students drop out of college. The first reason can be the cost of the schooling. Schooling seems to be getting more and more expensive as the years go on; and some students just can not afford to pay that much money, so they feel that their only option is to drop out because they can not afford to pay for it. Another reson a student may drop out of college is because thet have bad grades. When a student gets bad grades they may get frustrated and feel they can not do it, so they just quit and give up and drop out. Finally, another reason why students may drop out of college is their stress level. With working, and having a social life, going to class and doing homework and sometimes a relationship can be too much for a student to deal with all at once. So they might feel they need to "take a break" from school and in doing so they never go back to persue their education. Those are just a few reasons why students drop out of college. There are many more reasons such as failed relationships, and homesickness.
With students droping out there are also effects of dropping out on both the individual and the economy. Dropping out of college can really lower the individuals self-asteem and make them feel stupid or like a quitter for the rest of their life. They also will most likely not get a good paying job or be able to support themselves or their family. They may also not have that good of health or dental insurance for themselves or their family is they have one Dropping out of school also affects the econonmy we live in. Dropping out of college makes a major loss in income tax for the government, up to $60,000 per drop out, and it takes more money out of the working classes pockets to give the government money to give those types of people food stamps or WIC, and medicade and other health care expenses the government supplies for those people.
These are some of the resons why many college students drop out of school, and the affects of dropping out of school on both the individual and the community.
Friday, September 24, 2010
Thursday, September 23, 2010
It's Been A Year
My School-mate in which I graduated with, My best friend who I partied with. The guy I texted when I was having....guy problems. We were pretty striaght foward with each other in who we dated. I'd tell him all the time if I didn't like his girlfriend lol. We went to the same college and had our 7:40 a.m. class together and sat right next to each other. My fondest memory with Zack is last summer when I was leaving for Virginia the next day, he had left his sunglasses at my house and he just HAD to have them so him and our friend Justin come over to my house at like 2 a.m. to get the glasses and I had to be up at 5 in the morning to leave to catch a plane. and they were like get in were going for a ride. I jumo in Justins Jeep Wrangler and off we went at 2 a.m. with no destination and an Owl swooped down towards the Jeep when we were riding through the back roads and Zack Screamed like a littke girl so loudly! i had never laughed so hard at someone because Zack was muscualar and played football and to hear that come out of his mouth killed me. lol......That was then, that is all I have of him now. Tomorrow will be the anniversay of his death. On Spetember 24, 2009 Zack ran off the road and died. You'd think after a year the pain would go away. He was creamated and his ashes wern't at the service. So I feel as if I've never gotton to tell him goodbye. I can barely talk about him for a long period of time with out crying. He was soooo goofy and LOUD, and outgoing, and protective of us girls! He was one of the best friends you could ask for... It's been a year and I still miss him everyday, I cry a lot for him! I love you Zack Ritrovato wish you were here with us buddy! <3
Friday, September 17, 2010
On or Off
During college there are different types of living. Some people commute from their homes and they dont have to move at all, others find an apartment and move in and live there and then there is living on campus in the dorms.
On Campus
Living on campus for those of you who do not know is living in rooms that the schools own and ou pay so much a semester to live there. There are usualy many different options such as a regualr dorm room which is a room with 2 people. A private room where you have a room to yourself. You can live in the Suites which is 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrroms and 4 people live in them, And lastly there are the apartment style which is set up just like an apartment and 4 people share an apartment style housing. I personally live on campus and I love it. When you live on campus you get to meet new people and create friendships that once didnt exsit. There are many on campus activities that the college puts on for their residents and can be very fun. For example the university I attend put on a survivor night where you went through and obstical course and youe could joust and play volleyball; it was a lot of fun and I got to meet new people and win prizes. Another perk to living on campus is the school is very close you can leave your dorm with 10 minutes till class and still make it on time. Also you get your meals made by the school in the cafeteria. The meal plan is included in your houseing contract, and the meals are different and unique everyday.
Off Campus
Living off campus can be fun because you do not have to follow campus rules. Along with that you have to pay rent, water, electric, food, and internet, and cable every month. That can get really pricey after you add it all up. You also are responsible for cleaning up everything and you have top drive to school because you prolly do not live close enough to walk and that cost you gas for your vehicle. You are more isolated from the campus activities because you are not there to participate in them, you also do not meet as many new people because you only go to school you do not actually spend time with anyone outside of the classroom. You also will probably not have the security you have living on campus. On campus they have security officers walking around at all hours living on your own off campus you will nto have that luxary.
Off Campus vs. On Campus
Living on campus or off campus is your choice. But in my opinion I feel living on campus is the better choice. It increases your social life and allows you to participate in all sorts of activities. Is closer and allows your easy and fast access to the school if need be. It is also much simplier because you do not have to worry about paying your rent, water and electric bills, along with cable and internet and grocery bills. Living on campus is clearly the way for a college student to go!
On Campus
Living on campus for those of you who do not know is living in rooms that the schools own and ou pay so much a semester to live there. There are usualy many different options such as a regualr dorm room which is a room with 2 people. A private room where you have a room to yourself. You can live in the Suites which is 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrroms and 4 people live in them, And lastly there are the apartment style which is set up just like an apartment and 4 people share an apartment style housing. I personally live on campus and I love it. When you live on campus you get to meet new people and create friendships that once didnt exsit. There are many on campus activities that the college puts on for their residents and can be very fun. For example the university I attend put on a survivor night where you went through and obstical course and youe could joust and play volleyball; it was a lot of fun and I got to meet new people and win prizes. Another perk to living on campus is the school is very close you can leave your dorm with 10 minutes till class and still make it on time. Also you get your meals made by the school in the cafeteria. The meal plan is included in your houseing contract, and the meals are different and unique everyday.
Off Campus
Living off campus can be fun because you do not have to follow campus rules. Along with that you have to pay rent, water, electric, food, and internet, and cable every month. That can get really pricey after you add it all up. You also are responsible for cleaning up everything and you have top drive to school because you prolly do not live close enough to walk and that cost you gas for your vehicle. You are more isolated from the campus activities because you are not there to participate in them, you also do not meet as many new people because you only go to school you do not actually spend time with anyone outside of the classroom. You also will probably not have the security you have living on campus. On campus they have security officers walking around at all hours living on your own off campus you will nto have that luxary.
Off Campus vs. On Campus
Living on campus or off campus is your choice. But in my opinion I feel living on campus is the better choice. It increases your social life and allows you to participate in all sorts of activities. Is closer and allows your easy and fast access to the school if need be. It is also much simplier because you do not have to worry about paying your rent, water and electric bills, along with cable and internet and grocery bills. Living on campus is clearly the way for a college student to go!
Me, Me, Me
My name is Kelsey Kristyn George Im 20 years old and I'm a sophomore here at MSSU, I transfered from a community school called East Central College back home in union missouri. Im the daughter of Kirk and Cindy George who have been married for going on 32 years now. Im the sister to Billie Conger (31) and Kirk George II ( 30). The aunt to Kirk II (9), Aiden (5), James (2) and Madelyn (4 months) The owner to my dog Boomer, and the girlfriend to Alec Wickey. ( Been together for a year and 7 months) My family is very important to me and they mean the world to me. I graduated from St. Clair High School in 2009 and I drive a 2009 Mazda 3. My car is my baby im very protective of her! I LOVE the St. Louis Cardinals, Rams, and Blues. I dislike moutain dew and tomatoes and onions. I really anything fruity to eat or smell. My favorite junk food is Toms Hot Fries. I work out a lot because Im very body concious and I think being fit is an important trait to have. Missouri Southern has been a great experience for me I've met my new best friend Ryan Courier.YES Ryan is a girl! Im very outgoing and love to meet new friends and play sports like volleyball and basketball! Feel free to add me on facebook if you wanna be friends :)
Friday, September 10, 2010
College
After seniors graduate from high school most of them are excited to go to college weather that be a community college where they stay home and attend school or a university where they leave the nest and are on their own. Many people may not know it but there is actually a big difference in a community college and a university. The people you see, the classes you attend, the food you eat is all different.
Community College
My first year after high school I attended a community college in my home town, where I stayed, ate, and lived at home. So the food was great since my mom was still cooking it. The classes were small about 15-20 kids per class. I knew almost everyone who went there because a lot of people who attended when to my high school or the surrounding high schools. There was not a lot of diversity. There were only 2 buildings for the whole school. We had the AD building then The AC,BC, and CC buildings were actually all onw building just different sections of the building, so it was quiet small. The price of tuition was around $1,000 a semester not including books. It was much cheaper then a university. There are not a lot of activities to do around school either. My parents still had control of every aspect of my life because I still lived under their roof so I had to follow their rules.
University
After my first year at a community college I decided I was missing out on the experience of being away from home and trasfered to a university. A university is a much bigger school and has several buildings for different types of classes. There are a lot more people and I knew barely anybody, and it was very diverse. There are whites, blacks, international students, gays, all sorts of people that I was not use to seeing everyday. Although some universities try and keep the classes small and around 25-30 students other universities have up too 450 students in a class at a time which is a lot of students for one teacher to handle. Tuition also varies depending on the size of the university and everything it has to offer. some range from about $5,000 a semester to almost $15,000 or more a semester not including your books. There is also campus housing at universities so it's like you have your own place and your on your own with out your parents telling you whatto do. The food isn't as good as moms cooking but its edible. There are always fun activites to do that the school puts on and football games, and greek life to attend and have fun at.
Community College or University?
I feel a university is the better way to go when deciding whether to go to a community college or a university. It is bigger and you meet so many different and diverse people and you can learn about their different cultures as you get to know them better. You get to live on your own and be a little bit more responsible for yourself than if you were living at home with your parents. It is more expensive then a community college but the experience and activities you get to participate in are worth spending a little bit more money.
Community College
My first year after high school I attended a community college in my home town, where I stayed, ate, and lived at home. So the food was great since my mom was still cooking it. The classes were small about 15-20 kids per class. I knew almost everyone who went there because a lot of people who attended when to my high school or the surrounding high schools. There was not a lot of diversity. There were only 2 buildings for the whole school. We had the AD building then The AC,BC, and CC buildings were actually all onw building just different sections of the building, so it was quiet small. The price of tuition was around $1,000 a semester not including books. It was much cheaper then a university. There are not a lot of activities to do around school either. My parents still had control of every aspect of my life because I still lived under their roof so I had to follow their rules.
University
After my first year at a community college I decided I was missing out on the experience of being away from home and trasfered to a university. A university is a much bigger school and has several buildings for different types of classes. There are a lot more people and I knew barely anybody, and it was very diverse. There are whites, blacks, international students, gays, all sorts of people that I was not use to seeing everyday. Although some universities try and keep the classes small and around 25-30 students other universities have up too 450 students in a class at a time which is a lot of students for one teacher to handle. Tuition also varies depending on the size of the university and everything it has to offer. some range from about $5,000 a semester to almost $15,000 or more a semester not including your books. There is also campus housing at universities so it's like you have your own place and your on your own with out your parents telling you whatto do. The food isn't as good as moms cooking but its edible. There are always fun activites to do that the school puts on and football games, and greek life to attend and have fun at.
Community College or University?
I feel a university is the better way to go when deciding whether to go to a community college or a university. It is bigger and you meet so many different and diverse people and you can learn about their different cultures as you get to know them better. You get to live on your own and be a little bit more responsible for yourself than if you were living at home with your parents. It is more expensive then a community college but the experience and activities you get to participate in are worth spending a little bit more money.
A lot has been going on lately. Over the past weekend I went to the Lake of the Ozarks with my family and boyfriend Alec. We went swimming, grilled, fished and walked the strip. It was a lot of fun. I missed my family especially my niece ad nephews. Also the anniversary of one of my best friend Zack's death is only 14 days away, and it will be one year since he's been gone. As the day comes closer my heart grows heavier and I miss him so much., andI'm hopeing to go home on the 14th to visit his family with a lot of my highschool friends. On a happier note, I've made many more friends since I've been down here and I have been hanging out with them working out and playing games and watching movies to keep my mind in a happy place. I've made plans to travel to Arkansas to watch a Razorback football game with my new friend Haley and Im goin to take her to my hometown and go to a Mizzou football game or Cardinals game so Im really looking foward to that. Im excited to see what more this year has to offer to me. <3
Friday, September 3, 2010
Chi Irons V.S. Non-Chi Irons
Many girls prefer a certain type of hair straightner. Some hair straightners do not do as an excepectional job as other hair straightners. They do not get the hair as straight or keep it striaght in a short amount of time like the Chi Iron does. I have used a non-Chi Iron and a Chi Iron, and the Chi is by far a better choice when it comes to getting my extremely curly hair as straight as possible in a short amount of time.
Chi-Iron-The Chi Irons have 100% real cereamic plates that distribute the heat evenly through your hair, the Chi also helps save your hair from humidity, it does not save it from all humidity such as Florida or Texas. Chi's a little more expensive then non-Chi straightners they can run from $60.00 to more than $100.00. Chi Irons are also very good on color treated hair and does not strip the color from your hair. The cords on Chi irons also swivel 360 degrees around so the cord will not get in the way or tangled up when your moving the iron around your head. The cord on the Chi's is 10 feet long which is helpful for hair stylist who are constantly moving around and doing other peoples hair. It gives you plenty of room to move. The iron heats up to 370 degrees, which is MUCH hotter then other non-Chi irons. There are some more expensive Chi's that have different heat settings so it would be better for people with really fine hair to get a Chi with different heat settings. The top platic part of the Chi does get warm but it does not get scalding hot to where it will burn your fingers if you happen to touch the iron in that spot. The Chi Iron is suprisingly an energy saver it only uses about 20-25 watts of electricty per use; so it's actually planet friendly.-(Emery Harper McAtee)
Non-Chi Irons- Non- Chi Irons are cheaper then a Chi, But you get what you pay for. Most non-Chi irons will not protect your colored hair, often do not have ceramic plates ( a way to tell the plates are not ceramic is color change and chipping of the layers in the plate); which can can that can sometimes pinch and pull your hair and cause serious damage of the hair, and nobody wants that. The Chi takes almost under a minute to heat up to my desired temperature while non-Chis can take up to 30 minutes to get hot! Many professionals will not use anything other then a Chi because of how time consuming and bad for your hair the other irons can be. By experience I know that non-Chi Irons do not last that long before they break or short out. I've had my Chi for over 2 years now and I've yet to replace mine. Unlike when I owned two Conair brand straightners they lasted me only a few months at a time.
CHI or NON-CHI ?
After reading all the reviews on the Chi Iron and non-Chi Irons you'd think it be a no-brainer on which Iron is the better choice for your hair. The Chi of course!...Yes the Chi is a little pricey, but it last much longer and does not need to be replaced as often as the Non-Chi Irons so in the end you will be saving yourself money with fabulous hair!
Chi-Iron-The Chi Irons have 100% real cereamic plates that distribute the heat evenly through your hair, the Chi also helps save your hair from humidity, it does not save it from all humidity such as Florida or Texas. Chi's a little more expensive then non-Chi straightners they can run from $60.00 to more than $100.00. Chi Irons are also very good on color treated hair and does not strip the color from your hair. The cords on Chi irons also swivel 360 degrees around so the cord will not get in the way or tangled up when your moving the iron around your head. The cord on the Chi's is 10 feet long which is helpful for hair stylist who are constantly moving around and doing other peoples hair. It gives you plenty of room to move. The iron heats up to 370 degrees, which is MUCH hotter then other non-Chi irons. There are some more expensive Chi's that have different heat settings so it would be better for people with really fine hair to get a Chi with different heat settings. The top platic part of the Chi does get warm but it does not get scalding hot to where it will burn your fingers if you happen to touch the iron in that spot. The Chi Iron is suprisingly an energy saver it only uses about 20-25 watts of electricty per use; so it's actually planet friendly.-(Emery Harper McAtee)
Non-Chi Irons- Non- Chi Irons are cheaper then a Chi, But you get what you pay for. Most non-Chi irons will not protect your colored hair, often do not have ceramic plates ( a way to tell the plates are not ceramic is color change and chipping of the layers in the plate); which can can that can sometimes pinch and pull your hair and cause serious damage of the hair, and nobody wants that. The Chi takes almost under a minute to heat up to my desired temperature while non-Chis can take up to 30 minutes to get hot! Many professionals will not use anything other then a Chi because of how time consuming and bad for your hair the other irons can be. By experience I know that non-Chi Irons do not last that long before they break or short out. I've had my Chi for over 2 years now and I've yet to replace mine. Unlike when I owned two Conair brand straightners they lasted me only a few months at a time.
CHI or NON-CHI ?
After reading all the reviews on the Chi Iron and non-Chi Irons you'd think it be a no-brainer on which Iron is the better choice for your hair. The Chi of course!...Yes the Chi is a little pricey, but it last much longer and does not need to be replaced as often as the Non-Chi Irons so in the end you will be saving yourself money with fabulous hair!
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
**Whatever I Want**
So far I have had a good time at MoSo.I love my roomate Sam Evans and well my other roomate I never see. lol I've meet several new friends Such as Ryan Courier (yes shes a girl) and we hang out a lot I love her to death. Im hopeing to meet and become closer friends with more people the longer I'm down here. I miss my family and my dog a lot, but it just takes some getting use to. Im excited and ready to attend the MSSU football games and cheer on my friends seeing that I've made friends with some of the players. Thats all for now :)
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