Some students this Fall Semester will be experiencing college for the first time, while others will be transferring or returning to Sinclair after taking an extended break; and many current students feel they have made a great choice by choosing Sinclair Community College. People consider colleges for various reasons based on individual values and beliefs. Many students base their choice of college on,
what majors are being offered, how easily accessible the college is, graduation rate and the cost of tuition. “Ultimately I didn’t know what I wanted to do,” Frank Browning said, a first time student at Sinclair “That’s one of the main reasons
people choose a community college first because they don’t want to spend a crap ton of money going to a four-year and deciding ‘Well, I want to change my major.’” “I never got bored again. I’ve gotten a little stressed every once in a while, but this place has really helped me grow and definitely increased my skill set,” Browning said. Many students returning to school after taking a break may be nervous about getting back into the flow of college life after experiencing the real world. Brenda Jarvis is a returning student and is working
on her second degree. “It’s reachable by any and all kinds of public transportation,” Jarvis said while explaining how
she loves the school’s proximity, convenience, and why she chose Sinclair. In addition to having a 19 year old, a 12 year old, taking classes full-time, working full-time, and being involved on campus, Jarvis spends her free time as Co-President of Sinclair’s Phi Theta Kappa Nu Pi Chapter and is an active participant in the Culinary Club. She makes managing her time a key factor in keeping it together.
“The calendar on my phone is my best friend” Jarvis said. Finding support to help stay motivated is the key to success according to Jarvis, as well as getting involved on campus.
“You have to be driven. You have to want to succeed. Whether it’s getting that degree or just getting a couple classes to get started, you have to be driven and you have
to find a support system that’s going to help you accomplish that because none of us get here by ourselves,” Jarvis said. “We’ve got to rely on classmates. You have to rely
on your family. You have to rely on strangers. You have to reach out.” To get help with academic or personal counseling contact the Center for Student Success. Center for Student Success
Building: 10424
Phone: 512-3032
Fax: 512-2392
