As graduation looms near, I have more often reflected on my times in college. I classify these past three and one-half years as the best of my life so far. However, because so many great things have happened, it is sad to leave it.

I have never regretted choosing Park University to further my education. I think the small class size and the caring teachers are what make Park an excellent school for anyone.

I have created great relationships with professors as well as fellow students. I have met my best friends at Park and I would recommend this school to anyone and everyone.

Park is very different from any other school. First, not many other colleges could pull off the events we hold from the Cram Jam to Harvest Fest and every little thing in between. I recommend trying out all the events at least once in your four years at Park. Anything can be fun with the right group of people.

Park is also very different in that people like to live on campus for most of their time as students.

At every other college I have heard of, students typically live on campus for only their freshman year unless they become a Resident Assistant during later years. However, at Park, it is the norm to remain on campus for all of your years.

Personally, I loved living on campus because of the environment. Especially in Chesnut Hall where there are always people walking around and fun was impossible to avoid.

One thing about my college years that I would change is to get more involved in things around campus. Like I said, we have these unusual events held, but there is always an organization behind those events. Find out what it is and help out. Not only will this get you more involved in the present but it will look good on a resume. One thing I have come to realize is that your years in college can really make your resume look awesome or just plain sad. So, find what you are passionate about and get involved.

Another lesson college has taught me is that you, and only you, have the power to make something out of yourself. For most people, after every school year they always have another school year to expect. When you graduate, you don’t know what to expect. So, the first step is picking a major that you are good at and a job pool into which you have options and can succeed. Find an internship that will push you to work hard. Don’t do the bare minimum of your potential. Either make connections which will help your job search or make your work good enough to show employers and you won’t need connections.

Lastly, enjoy yourself. These years will really shape you into the person you will be forever. If that means skipping a Saturday night of homework to have a great time with your friends, which results in an all-nighter of homework on Sunday, do it. That’s what college is for.