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Originally Posted by Ozy_Flame
Keep in mind that a lot of the time, a University degree is simply to show employers that you can keep up a consistent and quality level of work, as well as satisfy a job requirement meant for people with more book experience than those who never went. As was mentioned before, you definitely learn more on the job that you do in a university classroom, but it's the fact that you've done it that makes the difference.
Also, I considered university a life goal and personal challenge, not just simply a means to an end. I enjoyed the people I met, the experiences I had, and the doors it opened. I would have been kicking myself endlessly if I didn't go. I'm extremely glad I did. I would venture to say that my best memories came from my 5 years of my undergrad, hands down.
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A lot of people thought there was no way I would make it through University. I got in on the Open Studies, which is basically they accept anyone who will pay into Arts and Science but you aren't officially an Arts student. My grades sucked. My first year of University I failed a class, dropped 3 more, and passed the rest with I think my highest mark a 61. By my last year my lowest mark was a 81.
Around year 2.5 (summer of year two I decided to take a few summer classes to help make up for my mid degree switch) it just clicked and all came together. I just started flying and proved all the haters wrong. There were some hellish times where I was literally scraping the floor to get by, but I am glad I did it and it was a hell of an experience.