tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post1571342927901388123..comments2023-04-02T19:29:09.869-05:00Comments on "A" for Effort ("B" for Blog): E for Examining DifferencesEllehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06029614712855760844noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-50321488430900642482010-04-08T08:34:29.536-05:002010-04-08T08:34:29.536-05:00I completely agree and I felt that way when I was ...I completely agree and I felt that way when I was the young college student (I attribute it to having much older siblings and parents who raised me to think this way...) I often became friends with the "older" students instead of people my own age :-)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-80205592230990853652010-04-06T09:36:52.324-05:002010-04-06T09:36:52.324-05:00I think we have a different perspective as we get ...I think we have a different perspective as we get older. I took school seriously, but I think if I went back today, I would take it even more seriously. The just out of high school group is still in that "All about me" stage. They have a hard time looking to the future.Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05904475961832992495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-79473162238737312192010-04-06T07:30:56.211-05:002010-04-06T07:30:56.211-05:00I don't think it's exclusively an age thin...I don't think it's exclusively an age thing. I think it's about having some experience of the 'real' world before you start studying. I was 20 when I started my batchelors, which is only a little later than the usual 18 (and much below your stated 30) but I'd had a job, been responsible for my life, and generally been independent. And I noticed exactly the things you're describing.Rachel Cotterillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08969719330048416996noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-34149594004404663262010-04-05T10:06:59.826-05:002010-04-05T10:06:59.826-05:00All well said. In just a little over a year my tw...All well said. In just a little over a year my two girls will be entering college. I hope we've given them some tools to not be idiots! I hope they appreciate their education and what it will be costing, let alone what they may gain in the process.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11129662082248482002noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-69451542564413167652010-04-05T07:50:12.725-05:002010-04-05T07:50:12.725-05:00It's funny what a little age and wisdom do to ...It's funny what a little age and wisdom do to your perspective. When I was a youngster I hated school, had no direction and barely made it through. As an adult - it was MY decision to study and learn and wadd'ya know? I became an A student and thoroughly enjoyed the educational process. As a struggling Seminary student now - it's a bit discouraging and much, much harder but I still enjoy it because I want to be there - unlike the twenty-somethings whose parents have just packed them off to attend frat parties, etc. and hopefully come back with a degree. Grrr. Keep up the good work! Hugs!Crone and Bear Ithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17237086233125229191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-4227894599877162412010-03-21T06:39:30.277-05:002010-03-21T06:39:30.277-05:00Elle, this was a fantastic post. My favorite part ...Elle, this was a fantastic post. My favorite part of all? It was when you used big, huge-ass, pink bold letters to say 'when the <b>world throat punches them</b> into reality. I don't know why, but it made me LOL.<br />Maybe that wasn't my favorite...but it made me laugh:)<br />xoxo!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-60959132727342541682010-03-20T13:14:10.001-05:002010-03-20T13:14:10.001-05:00Yup, I agree! "Young" students can ve so...Yup, I agree! "Young" students can ve so ridiculous when it comes to grades. It's not enough to just do the assignment -- you have to actually do the best you can to get a good grade! I taught a speech class and at the end of the semester, a student came up to me and asked if he was failing. He never attended and when he did, was not prepared. That = failing. So after I told him yes, and WHY he was failing -- HE ASKED ME OUT ON A DATE!? The nerve of some of them.Amanda @ It's Blogworthyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14919340979575037179noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-27657673103383719002010-03-20T12:15:49.506-05:002010-03-20T12:15:49.506-05:00This is a great post and there is so much truth in...This is a great post and there is so much truth in it. When I was young student I remember checking on a final grade for my English class. The grades were posted outside of the professors office. When I saw my grade I said, "Oh my goodness, he gave me an A!". My professor happened to be in his office at that time and he heard me. He came out and said, "No, you EARNED an A". I've never forgotten that moment - and it was 24 years ago. You make a very valid point!Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04589606390781637262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-16856873099220705712010-03-20T10:10:22.624-05:002010-03-20T10:10:22.624-05:00I totally agree with this. Many of today's kid...I totally agree with this. Many of today's kids are growing up to be disrespectful and expect everything for nothing.Dalia (Generation X Mom)https://www.blogger.com/profile/11561282285420737009noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-18064527652191114612010-03-20T09:00:02.362-05:002010-03-20T09:00:02.362-05:00I just found your blog and LOVE it! The design is ...I just found your blog and LOVE it! The design is so adorable! I'm a new follower:)<br /><br />Be sure to check out my blog for the camera bag giveaway!<br />amy[www.theprikazskys.com]Amy Prikazskyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06107237846008428490noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-37854721514644950842010-03-20T08:16:33.910-05:002010-03-20T08:16:33.910-05:00I'm visting from Raised Queer, Christine's...I'm visting from Raised Queer, Christine's blog. I like your pencil icons. Those younger students in your classes will find their own way eventually, perhaps with an older student mentor? Dunno. Kids don't shock, surprise or even irritate me anymore. They just need guidance and life lessons and a few knocks on the head. Good luck in school!Erica Mhttp://freefringes.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-36775503904782661392010-03-20T00:39:20.181-05:002010-03-20T00:39:20.181-05:00i have always been a bit of a nerd when it comes t...i have always been a bit of a nerd when it comes to school, so i always had my materials, arrived EARLY, and was prepared. i think this carries on through life, though. being on time, being polite, and earning your way are all things that you need to do on a daily basis! kids these days :)aladdinsane12https://www.blogger.com/profile/03762711431187165917noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-76176311191079421102010-03-19T21:22:51.797-05:002010-03-19T21:22:51.797-05:00I know that I cannot change my fellow classmates w...<b>I know that I cannot change my fellow classmates who just don't seem to care as much as I do. I can only change, or control, my reaction to them.</b><br /><br />Exactly! That is my motto also. Once I realized and accepted that, I saved myself a lot of stress.WhiteSockGirl aka The Fabulous Bitchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659775942824556527noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-35402386058535486922010-03-19T20:21:51.232-05:002010-03-19T20:21:51.232-05:00Good point, Margaret. I should've clarified th...Good point, Margaret. I should've clarified that more in this post. Not <i>all</i> younger students are this way. I should've mentioned that, because I hate generalizations.Ellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06029614712855760844noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-777213173160011852010-03-19T12:52:05.694-05:002010-03-19T12:52:05.694-05:00I was just having this very same conversation rece...I was just having this very same conversation recently with a friend of mine who is a college professor. The sense of entitlement with kids these days completely blows my mind. I remember freaking out to get papers handed in on time and running to get to class early/on time--it would never even cross my mind to be 45 minutes late. It's just insanely irresponsible and terribly inconsiderate for all in attendance (but most esp for the teacher who has to stop what he's doing to acknowledge said idiot). <br /><br />Stopping by from Lady Bloggers--great read!Charlottehttp://www.mypixieblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-17221978899117401942010-03-19T12:34:39.585-05:002010-03-19T12:34:39.585-05:00I would be a younger student but I know that you h...I would be a younger student but I know that you have to work hard because it is super expensive. The whole time I was in school I only had to retake one class because I was pregnant and the smells in Anatomy lab mad me sick. Other than that I work my ass off to get good grades. I was going somewhere. I saw what you saw as well. I would always get pissed at the kids that just didn't care about their grades and were late. I was always early or at least on time depending if I had a class right before it or not. I would never be 45 mins late. That is a total joke. Why even go if you are going to be that late!<br /><br />I have to totally agree with you on what you said. I just want it to be known that not all young kids are like that but there are a lot that are like that.Margarethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10922132258928571341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-73267788752124901622010-03-19T10:25:55.534-05:002010-03-19T10:25:55.534-05:00I totally agree with you. I wasn't a complete...I totally agree with you. I wasn't a complete slacker when I was in college, but I didn't appreciate it enough and I definitely didn't work as hard as I could have. I often wish I could go back and do it all over again because I know I would be much more serious and work a hell of a lot harder. Good luck dealing with all those obnoxious brats!Shanahttp://www.fumblingtowardsnormalcy.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-83735688685091745372010-03-19T10:25:54.097-05:002010-03-19T10:25:54.097-05:00I totally agree with you. I wasn't a complete...I totally agree with you. I wasn't a complete slacker when I was in college, but I didn't appreciate it enough and I definitely didn't work as hard as I could have. I often wish I could go back and do it all over again because I know I would be much more serious and work a hell of a lot harder. Good luck dealing with all those obnoxious brats!Shanahttp://www.fumblingtowardsnormalcy.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-28564627262866217532010-03-19T09:07:46.252-05:002010-03-19T09:07:46.252-05:00Ya know what's interesting? I draw parallels f...Ya know what's interesting? I draw parallels from your class experience to some people I work with. And that's very sad indeed.Mom Fantastichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09403203046976627877noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-71660179412914960072010-03-19T08:54:44.397-05:002010-03-19T08:54:44.397-05:00I was an older student in college and it was so fr...I was an older student in college and it was so frustrating that all the fresh-out-of-high-schoolers were so annoying and disrespectful. <br /><br />I was an English major and all of the younger students would complain about all the reading. Ummm....HELLO???? It's a literature class. We are supposed to do a lot of reading. And of course there were only a handful of us who actually did the reading, so of course I got labeled as a "pet" because the profs liked me because I was able to participate in class.Yankee Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08920111229743918567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-1709392518581637172010-03-19T08:30:58.265-05:002010-03-19T08:30:58.265-05:00It seems like there's a lot of self-centered s...It seems like there's a lot of self-centered students around; makes you wonder how the parents raised them, huh?<br /><br />Stopping by from SITS!Amy @ The Mom Hoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10697472618128285320noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-58644028960112260162010-03-19T05:45:19.314-05:002010-03-19T05:45:19.314-05:00the e-w epidemic..HAHAHA..so true. This sounds ver...the e-w epidemic..HAHAHA..so true. This sounds very different from my overall college experience and the EW epidemic and path to rudeness is the reaason. You have to work in college people..<br /><br />hope you had a big glass of wine at the end of the day.JennyMachttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14594526663480442855noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-74832607273038539902010-03-18T23:36:03.791-05:002010-03-18T23:36:03.791-05:00I am a college prof and I have your same thoughts,...I am a college prof and I have your same thoughts, opinions and beliefs. You would die if you knew some of the stuff I deal with...IE:<br />student: I won't be here next Wednesday<br />me: um, ok. Why? (obviously NOT an emergency) You know next Wednesday is your midterm<br />student: oh yeah. My brother bought me a ticket to Vegas. So, when can I make up the test?<br />me: oh! So you're leaving town early for spring break! (feigned excitement in my voice)<br />student: Yeah!<br />me: uh, yeah. That's not an excused absence. It clearly states in the syllabus that midterms and finals cannot be taken early and there are no makeup tests allowed.<br />Student responded by complaining to a few Deans and the head of my dept. saying that I "will not allow him to succeed." They all told him to show up for the test or get a zero.<br />Nice, huh?Katiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17305468596541287299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7402354063686528268.post-66539194473125185232010-03-18T22:24:45.819-05:002010-03-18T22:24:45.819-05:00My accounting professor told the class if you are ...My accounting professor told the class if you are going to be late you can come in at the break, otherwise don't come in at all. I don't think anyone was ever late to her class.Seanhttp://lepslair.com/noreply@blogger.com