A few weeks ago, we were asked to begin thinking about who we would want to write our letters of recommendation and how that person will aid in our success at Iowa State. I also thought about what I would have to do to get these letters. As time went on, I realized that it won't be easy, because life is never easy. I realized that I would have to work very hard to get what I want.
As a freshman, I know that I have a lot left to learn. Just when we think we know everything, we find that there's more. In the meteorology program, many of the faculty are specialized in just one area, and that is all they focus on. I will have to get help from more than a few of these people, because I don't want to focus on just one aspect of the weather. I have already met some really awesome professors in my classes who I can relate to. Not only do they all have degrees, they all have degrees from some of the top schools in the nation.
Your mentor can't just be anybody off of the street. If they were, I'm guessing that most people wouldn't get any good advice. I definitely want my mentors to know what they are talking about. They should be able to guide me on what classes to take to get towards my goal of the National Weather Service.
In conclusion, I don't want just anybody to help me through college. I want someone who knows what they are talking about. In order to achieve my dreams, I have to work hard to get what I want. Life is never easy, and sometimes we have to do things we don't want to in order to get ahead.
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You're right that its a good idea to get a mentor who is well educated in your interests in order to propel yourself farther in your career. Your professors sound like excellent mentors.
ReplyDeleteI agree, Christina, life really never is easy. Also, it's really great that you realize the necessity for a good mentor, who is both knowledgable and thoughtful. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteThats awesome that you know what makes a great mentor. I think you will do fine in finding the great one for you.
ReplyDeleteSometimes the greatest acheivements in life occur after the the greatest anguish, either way, it takes time and effort to reach your goals and a mentor would be a great person to help you along the way, good luck finding one
ReplyDeleteI totally know what you mean when you say you want someone who knows what they are talking about- it is so frustrating when the person trying to help is clueless!!
ReplyDeleteIt's impressive that you've already made connections even though you've only been at ISU for a few months. :)
ReplyDeleteYou are absolutely right. When is life ever really just easy?! I wish that could happen all the time. Having a good mentor is very key in all of life's goals. Best of luck to you.
ReplyDeleteThis is very true you want to make sure the people guiding you and writing letters for you knows what there doing and know that your doing that so you can have them write you good letters...
ReplyDeleteTrue that, you really have to find a good mentor that will be able to help you progress.
ReplyDeleteThat is a very good point. If you know you will have to do things you dont want to but you are still willing to do them, then you are on the right track.
ReplyDeleteYeah a good mentor is key in helping succeed with college and life.
ReplyDeleteThats great that you have made connections already and its true that it takes hard work.
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