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Post by jennifer on Dec 13, 2004 18:08:41 GMT -5
Ok, I know this is bragging and all, and i'm so sorry about it. But i'm at work and I can't tell nobody about my grades from my first semester of Uni! I'm SOOOOOOOOOO HAPPY! I worked like a !$/*&/$*("!&/( to get these grades but i'm oh so proud!
Out of the five classes, 3 teachers have posted the grades : German = A Vocabulary = A and Grammar = A-
wouhou sorry, had to tell someone, felt good! heheeh xoxo
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Post by WillTravel on Dec 13, 2004 18:14:12 GMT -5
Congrats, Jennifer! I'm sure you are looking forward to using that German in its natural setting too . My son gets his grades from UBC for his very first semester soon, but his exams don't end until next week. Early indications are promising. We'll see how it goes!
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Post by jennifer on Dec 13, 2004 18:22:58 GMT -5
Wish him good luck, I know how hard it can be!
Grades are the most rewarding thing I think!
I worked really hard, and to me a B, B+ was very satisfying, but to get 2 A's and a A- when you don't expect it, that's phenomenal, I'm dancing on air right now!
Well, last time I went to Germany I had already finished college in German Studies, so I practiced it and I was there to decided if I really wanted to make a career out of it. It really did help, cause I really knew I wanted to persue it, but I was so scared cause some people are nearly perfect and I still make common errors hhehe Glad to know the teacher doesn't think so hehehe
xoxo ;D
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Post by LHR02 on Dec 13, 2004 18:31:05 GMT -5
Good for you Jen! As I always told my kids, at this point in your life school is really your only job and it is where your priorities need to be. Good for you gal!!
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Post by jennifer on Dec 13, 2004 18:35:42 GMT -5
Hehhe thanks! I kind of feel bad for having bragged, but I'm just so relieved heheh I was the old poke of the class, having taken the year off to travel, so other were fresh out of their major, I was going nuts!
Well, I work 30 hours a week on top of my 5 classes, so I must say, HOURRAY to me having pulled it off when nobody thought I could! I guess I have a dream and I plan on sticking to it!
xoxo Jen
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Post by spymoose on Dec 13, 2004 18:40:53 GMT -5
Congrats.
Was this graduate or undergraduate?
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Post by LHR02 on Dec 13, 2004 18:42:29 GMT -5
All the time, effort and expense now (if one is serious about it) will pay off so handsomely in years to come. You should be proud...and hey, who can you brag to if not your friends? Love to hear of my net friends successes!
ging
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Post by spymoose on Dec 13, 2004 18:55:55 GMT -5
You're very right. I made a few mistakes and am working at fixing them and then it's off to university. In the mean time I've been working at lecturing my friends, my brother and my brother's friends about avoiding my mistakes. I know too many people who don't take their education or future seriously enough and they just won't trust me - one day you'll care and you'll seriously regret what you've done.
People just don't want to accept that these days.
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Post by jennifer on Dec 13, 2004 19:30:00 GMT -5
Well, I have my say that only your mistakes can help you, other people's mistakes won't!
THanks Ging, always fun to have friends like you guys! I really feel as though I have a family here, hope we'll meet someday!
In Canada, the system is not quite the same. After highschool we have 2 or 3 years of college, then we can go work or go to university to specialize even more. That last about 3 years for a BAC then another 2 Years for a "MAitrise" and then another 2 for a "Doctorat"!
So actually, I have no idea what I amin your standards, would be fun to know heheh xoxox Jen
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Post by spymoose on Dec 13, 2004 19:34:52 GMT -5
I'm in Canada too. But you're in Quebec right? Maybe it is different.
For us (Ontario) it is 3-4 years for undergraduate. After that you can do graduate studies which is either a Masters (1-2 year) or a PhD.
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Post by jennifer on Dec 13, 2004 21:03:24 GMT -5
ah ok! I see!
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Post by Patrick on Dec 13, 2004 22:18:48 GMT -5
Congrats jennifer, your marks are great alone - and the fact that you work so much makes it even more impressive. I don't know if I could handle all of that work and school at the same time ...but I've actually been considering it, going back to school while working that is. I just find by the end of the day I'm drained and don't want to deal with a night course. I may have to force myself though.
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Post by WillTravel on Dec 13, 2004 22:55:19 GMT -5
Patrick, do consider adding a class. If you are in a class, it's a different sort of stimulation as compared to being at home. The old adage, "A change is as good as a rest applies." So I'd encourage you to consider it.
I would still find Jennifer's schedule exhausting, I have to admit. But I have taken one class at a time while working, plus having the kids.
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Post by dumbdiety on Dec 14, 2004 13:44:17 GMT -5
Go Jenn! I'm in the same boat, I kinda...faultered...the first time through college. Now that I'm back IN school again, I'm taking 6 classes in addition to working a full time job. I just got my grades today also, and damn I did better than I thought! YAY! It sounds like (just based on what you've posted here) that you'd be a Junior in College (by American standards). How many years have you completed already? Doug
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Post by LHR02 on Dec 14, 2004 13:55:23 GMT -5
Good for you too Doug...and where have you been btw? I am so proud of all my net kids! Patrick....get thee back to school my son! Anyone can manage one night class a week! Quit procrastinating and just do it.
Jen....US universities have 2 year degrees (associate degrees) or 4 year degrees (bachelor degrees). After that you are officially a 'college graduate' and can decide on advanced studies of 1-2 years for a Masters degree or 2-3 (normally) for a PHD (doctorate) Real specialties like medicine or law require advanced studies following the bachelors....like another 3-4 (I think) in law school to become an attorney or about the same for MD...which then requires another year or two as an intern and another some years as a resident...I think. I do know for a MD it is in the neighborhood of 8 years school overall. But there is no gap between high school and college...unless one just wants a break. Generally you graduate high school in the spring and start college in the fall. That is, you do if you are smart and want to be able eventually to earn some real money. ;D
Also, as a rule, there is no difference here in the terms college and university....they are one and the same. Just some schools are called college...as in Vassar College and some universities...as in Jacksonville University. There are however what is called 'Community Colleges' which only offer two year (associate) degrees and are often used as stepping stone to a college or university...particularly by those with less than stellar grades in HS who need a bit of help to get accepted to a univeristy.
Children....get your school done first...then play! Words of wisdom from one who did not!
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