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[Berber of Seville]

I hate people like you! 3.4 is a GREAT GPA! That doesnt mean you're dumb and wont be successful in life! I got into West Virginia University with a 2.3. come on, there are soooo much other schools out there!

 

[Cognition]

I hate people like you! 3.4 is a GREAT GPA! That doesnt mean you're dumb and wont be successful in life! I got into West Virginia University with a 2.3.

I hope you mean that you hate when people like me do this. 3.4 GPA for a tier 1 school is very questionable.

come on, there are soooo much other schools out there!

True, but only a few of them are ones I want to attend and graduate from. Bologna is eatable, but I much prefer to eat Kobe-ushi.

 

[luminum]

True, but only a few of them are ones I want to attend and graduate from. Bologna is eatable, but I much prefer to eat Kobe-ushi.

Yes. Please. Let's try not to seem so utterly pretentious. I understand your pressing concern with getting into the school of your choice, but I think you're in sore need of perspective.

Then again, maybe that's something you gain once you're actually in. Hmm.

 

[Telstra]

for my ignorance,

is 4.0 a perfect score ?

 

[Cognition]

Yes. Please. Let's try not to seem so utterly pretentious. I understand your pressing concern with getting into the school of your choice, but I think you're in sore need of perspective.

Then again, maybe that's something you gain once you're actually in. Hmm.

I was kidding with the bologna/kobe-beef analogy, most because it's a bit skewed. SMU is a good school, but it isn't Ivy-League great or quite up to the prestige of schools such as Notre Dame, Duke, NYU, UChicago.

 

[Cognition]

Oh.

I see.

So you're a modern day Frasier Crane.

Great.

I chuckled when I read this because my sister once compared me to Frasier Crane. Although I admit, I probably identify more with Niles Crane as he's a bit nerdier.

With that said, please excuse that analogy. I'm not that pretentious, but I did want to make a point of conveying that I prefer certain higher-education institutions over others for personal reasons.

 

[Garawr]

I'm not that pretentious, but I did want to make a point of conveying that I prefer certain higher-education institutions over others for personal reasons.

I think you answered your own question. Obviously, those of us at lowly state schools are inferior.

 

[Cognition]

I think you answered your own question. Obviously, those of us at lowly state schools are inferior.

Absolutely not. There are a lot of state schools that offer a great education. Take the six UC campuses for example. They are all ranked higher than University of Texas, Austin. They are very good schools.

 

[BabiGayPimp]

Please seek counseling. You are seriously disconnected from reality.

 

[gdude30]

Re: Feeling Better Now

I apologize to CC forum members who have been annoyed with my negative feelings lately, but I felt the forum was my only (anonymous) way to vent my frustrations. I don't really have any friends and I'm not financially able to see a therapist, so writing out my feelings was the only 'release' to be had instead of containing all my frustrations. Believe me, if I did have friends I could talk to, I would speak to another person about some of my academic-emotional issues. My threads on the board would mostly all be of the positive, inquiring type.

After having some chocolate chip cookies last night and getting some good sleep, I arose this morning with a new 'strategy' and feeling good again about my future plans:

First of all, I made an error (in my favor) about my hypothetical transferable GPA. I forgot an entire semester of work, so it is possible to have a 3.5 transferable GPA before matriculation (and a factor on my application).

Second, I figured that I would get two associates degree, Arts and Science, since the number and type of classes I'm taking could be used to acquire both. With my first associates, I would work hard to get into the college's honors program, which can be used as another 'promotional' factor on my application to SMU. Secondly, I would strive to get on the Vice-President's Honor Roll and join Phi Theta Kappa (a national honor society for two-year colleges) for the Fall '09 semester.

Third, I would acquire my second associate’s degree and strive to get on the President's Honor Roll while remaining a member of PTK. With my accompanying GPA, I would graduate again with honors recognition for the Spring '10 semester.

Fourth, my application to SMU would need to have a highly compelling essay, possibly on my 'rise' from mediocrity/no focus to purposely identifying my goals and striving to achieve them. I would also include a minimum of three letters of recommendation (which are not currently required) from credible individuals.

Fifth, I would use the launch of my entrepreneurial venture and involvement in the Dallas business community for additional appeal. Properly managing a startup company and getting substantially involved with the Greater Dallas Chamber of Commerce has to have some merit with my application. (By the way, I'm not just involving myself in business activity to place another line on my university application.)

In summary, I'm using a number of academic accomplishments such as making the Vice-President's and President's Honor Roll, joining Phi Theta Kappa, graduating with Honors distinction, writing a highly compelling essay detailing my academic performance and grade trend, being actively involved in the Dallas business community, and getting recommended by credible individuals.

I've just about quantified everything there is to be, so I'm hoping some of these qualitative factors will supplement an applicant with only a GPA of 3.4-3.5.

My thanks and appreciation for everyone with helpful, edifying advice.

Wish me luck.

First off let me apoligize. I know what you mean about needing to get something out and thinking people will listen on Hot Topics. This is the not the right board to do it on though. "Coming out and Relationships" is a better one because the CC rules are more enforced. Although..it doesn't stop some from breaking the CC rules. The point is when you post something personal on the internet you are making yourself vulnerable to judgment and attacks. But you can also get alot out of it.

I also am sorry that you don't have many friends and can't afford therapy. I don't neccesarily think you need therapy. It sounds more like you need a friend to lean on or listen to your troubles. Everyone needs a friend or an invisible to scream at or bitch at sometimes.

Third. My god. You sound so damn fucking smart. I think you did worry a bit too much at first but you corrected yourself and stated the reason for your concern and drama.

Like some have said. Don't take grades so seriously. But even moreso. Don't take what school you get into so seriously as well. If you are really a gifted and smart person then you will do good no matter where you go. And you can always go to a different school later.

I know you want to be successful and not poor or anything. But from the sounds of it you won't be poor. Also. Everyone has to start off somewhere. And that's usually from the bottom and work their way up. Some people stay at the bottom their whole life as well and never make it to the top. No matter what kind of job you have or what school you do to. I have a feeling you won't be on the bottom for long. Consider yourself a fortunate person.

Good luck with your complex yet well though out plan as well

 

[Cognition]

And there is no way in hell you will get all As taking 18 credit hours for the next couple/few years.

First of all, do NOT tell me what I can or can not do. Perhaps you can't get all A's, but I certainly can (and will).

Second, my hypothetical grade trend is not even two years of work. It's very possible, seeing as these are only GEC (general education curriculum courses).

 

[Cognition]

^Thanks LifeHouse and GDude. I appreciate your kind words.

 

[Cognition]

Um hmm. So why couldn't you get A's before? Actions speak louder than words. Stop focusing on the ideal far off in the future, and just concentrate on the here and now, and the things you can affect.

Take it day by day. You'll have a better shot at being successful then.

Ah, so you want to make a logical inquiry about this and reason that ideals "far off in the future" are unattainable, eh? Your reasoning skills are skewed and biased.

I've already explained my academic inconsistencies of the past. Lack of focus, carelessness, no motivation and/or drive were significant factors. All that is out of the window now. Last semester, I turned things around and achieved a 4.0. Yes, I made all A's last semester at my new school that I'm currently attending that has an articulation agreement with SMU.

I've proven to myself that when I put my mind to something I want, I can do it. I started a new grade trend last semester and I plan on continuing it until my goals are met.

By the way, you're very cute!

 

[thanol]

First of all, do NOT tell me what I can or can not do. Perhaps you can't get all A's, but I certainly can (and will).

Second, my hypothetical grade trend is not even two years of work. It's very possible, seeing as these are only GEC (general education curriculum courses).

I feel like if you expect As it's a lot harder to actually get them. I broke my cumulative 4 point with that kind of attitude.

 

[Cognition]

I feel like if you expect As it's a lot harder to actually get them. I broke my cumulative 4 point with that kind of attitude.

I'm not expecting A's. I'm working hard to earn them by executing superior study habits, brain training, and studying the material before I take the courses.

 

[rareboy]

I'm not expecting A's. I'm working hard to earn them by executing superior study habits, brain training, and studying the material before I take the courses.

So why all the fucking drama then?

Your later posts just make your first post look like narcissistic attention whoring thumb sucking.

Back to the books and less time begging for attention.

 

[TygreBryte]

I could show you hundreds of other management consultants who have similar backgrounds. Do you know what I realized last week? I want more than that. I don't simply want a job working to fulfill a corporate bottom line. I want to be someone who is of value to thousands, perhaps millions of people with needs to better themselves, their families, and their communities. I want to be the catalyst that provokes people to start executing action that will benefit everyone around them. I don't want to just live life for myself, only being interesting how much more 'stuff' I can buy (as in materialism).

Well, that sure sounds like SMU to me....

 

[BabiGayPimp]

Ambition can be a useful and necessary element of leadership, but I am concerned about what use a reputable financial services company might have, in this day and age, for such self-absorption and status-obssession.

To be successful in business, you really have to care about the enterprise, the people you are working with, your clients, and you must be able to articulate a vision broader than individual self-interest. Just something else to think about.

There is nothing that you have said, so far, that suggests to me that you are prepared to lead and inspire others to follow you.

In order to impress people, you really have to be about more than yourself.

 

[Cognition]

^I am impressed with your ability to judge my character and personality from an anonymous post on a gay message board.

I covet your ability.

 

[metta]

The friends that I have that teach in colleges have told me that attendance is way down right now, at least in California. The economy has unexpectedly affected higher education. This being the case, many schools may have to consider lowering their basic requirements in order to get their attendance up. You may still be ok. Have you spoken to a counselor at the univeristy that you want to go to? They may be able to help you.