Final Post Prompt

 

All about Summer Advantage at High Point University 

   I liked Summer Advantage specifically because of the friends that I made, getting used to the campus, and being able to be independent. I am extra prepared for the fall semester because I was able to see how I could do this all by myself, without relying on my parents or other guiding figures. I wasn’t originally going to participate in Summer Advantage, but a friend I met last summer convinced me to join the program. 

    Regarding friends and living with others, I had friends before coming here, and we spent time together on the first night. They brought their friends that they had made, which gave me the chance to meet more people. I also made friends in both of the classes I took. Living in a communal space was something I had to get used to, as I had never shared a room growing up; however, it was an enjoyable experience. I loved my summer roommate, and having her there helped me make more friends as well. There were minuscule problems, but we were able to resolve them relatively quickly. The thing that helps us all is communication. 

    It was a considerable amount of work, considering how much we learned each day. The work helped me engage more and learn better. I would learn more as I did my job. Both of my professors were very engaging. I usually struggle to learn the first time around, but I learned quickly because the classes were so engaging. I liked the class discussions because they helped me to learn more as well. 

    I agree with Sarah; waking up on time wasn’t the easiest thing to do. I’m not good at waking up on time; my roommate, Liv, usually has to wake me up. Alarms haven’t worked for me, but I’m going to train myself to wake up earlier by using multiple alarms every day. Summer Advantage also helped me learn how to wake up on time, as I hadn’t been the best at getting up early in the past. 

    Overall, Summer Advantage was extremely helpful because I made some great friends, completed some credits, and broadened my horizons for what I want to be or do in the future. I think that Summer Advantage should start a little earlier, covering the entire month of July (July 1st to July 31st), because I feel it sounds a little shorter and seems more appealing to people who are on the fence about attending Summer Advantage.