"I can 't wait to move out”, a popular phrase among high school seniors. In comparison to any other CSU in California, attending Sacramento State gave me the option to commute. Once given options, its required to critically think upon a decision. I had an important decision to make the last semester of high school; moving out or commuting to school. More often moving out can be seen as the most adventurous and exciting thing for many students; however, its shortly overshadowed by its reality. College comes along with many expense. I had to think of the best way to save. Students often fail to be conscious of the responsibilities that come along with moving out; bills, roommates, and being an independent adult. Before making a decision, its
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My critical thinking skills played an important in making this decision, which will impact my next four college years. After looking at both of my options in depth it was time for a decision. I decided that moving out and being more important was the best suitable option for me.
A few friends and I decided to look into getting an apartment. Renting an apartment would allows me to be closer to campus. Rooming with several other girls decreases the amount of rent I pay monthly. As I analyzed the alternative options, I figured working part time would allow me to pay for rent and basic necessities. I applied for scholarships, which were extremely helpful to pay books and school supplies. “A willingness to take risks, to cope with the unexpected, to become challenge and even failure as a part of the process to arrive at the new and deeper understanding.”(Boss, p.11) I had mixed feelings about moving out. I knew that I was going to be responsible for various factors: paying rent, feeding myself, and playing the role of an adult. As moving in day approached, exciting yet frighting emocions came along. I often doubted if I was ready to be on my own. It was a new experience I was willing to risk and work hard to get the best out of
My critical thinking skills played an important in making this decision, which will impact my next four college years. After looking at both of my options in depth it was time for a decision. I decided that moving out and being more important was the best suitable option for me.
A few friends and I decided to look into getting an apartment. Renting an apartment would allows me to be closer to campus. Rooming with several other girls decreases the amount of rent I pay monthly. As I analyzed the alternative options, I figured working part time would allow me to pay for rent and basic necessities. I applied for scholarships, which were extremely helpful to pay books and school supplies. “A willingness to take risks, to cope with the unexpected, to become challenge and even failure as a part of the process to arrive at the new and deeper understanding.”(Boss, p.11) I had mixed feelings about moving out. I knew that I was going to be responsible for various factors: paying rent, feeding myself, and playing the role of an adult. As moving in day approached, exciting yet frighting emocions came along. I often doubted if I was ready to be on my own. It was a new experience I was willing to risk and work hard to get the best out of