Why go to college?
People go to college for lots of reasons. Some people want to pursue jobs that require a college education. Other people go to college because they’re not sure what to do next and figure taking classes might help them sort out what to do with their lives. There are some people who go to college because everyone else they know is going and still others go initially to meet new people. Finally, some people go to college because they know that putting that experience on their resume will look good. And they’re right. In fact, any of these reasons is a good reason to try college. A college experience is beneficial for anyone who wants to learn, meet people, and prepare for a job and make money.
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Beth T: Trying to sort out a career
"I'm hoping that by getting my high school diploma and taking college classes that I will decide on my career choice or major."--Beth Tornatola, 20
Matt: Going like his brothers
"My brothers go to college and now it's my turn."--Matt Ferrari, 21
Tina: Different lifestyle
"College would help me with a different lifestyle. I'm seeing life in a different view now."-- Tina Johnstin, 20
Rachelle: Teach people to be smart
"I can't wait to go to college. I want to learn everything. I want to be a tacher because I want to help people be smart."-- Rachelle Doucette, 18
Rachel and Beth: Be with friends
Adrian: Study a career
"In January, I want to go to college to take a class in human services. It's about counseling and social work. Talking with people about their problems. I want to help people with their problems."--Adrian Martir, 19
Martha: Interested in a career in kids or animals
"When I leave school I want to get a job and continue going to college. I want to work with kids or animals."
Fabiola: Sort out career
"This is helping my future. Getting skills. I'll probably be here next semester. I might try nursing. Or study police work. My father was a cop. But you have to get up early -- that's not me. Maybe I'll take something fun. Like photography." --Fabiola Faustin, 19
