Old dude... me... going to college!?!?!

by Billy the Ex-Bethelite 95 Replies latest members private

  • Scully
    Scully

    Good luck, Billy!

    One thing about going back to school later in life (30s for me) was that I was doing it for "me", and pursuing a career that I absolutely love. None of this "for God's glory" or "advancing Kingdom interests" bull$h!t. The tough part was being 10 years behind the 8-ball in terms of seniority and on the paygrid at my workplace, in comparison with other people in my age group. I won't retire with a full pension, but I'll still have a pension and the ability to retire when I'm ready to do so.

  • Steve_C
    Steve_C

    That's great to hear, Billy. With your life experience you'll get a lot out of your classes. Enjoy!

  • Beachwalker
    Beachwalker

    Great going, Billy. I was 45 when I first started going back to school. Being older gives you more discipline and time management skills. I did most of mine by distance ed, and online, which was fantastic, as I could work full time as well. Now I've got a profession that I love.

    My best piece of advice, turn off the tv after dinner, and go study, dont' wait until a week before the assignment is due! It will be like studying the Watchtower, only more fun!!!!!

    Beachwalker

  • Black Sheep
    Black Sheep

    Go for it Old Dude.

    Keep in touch. We want to know how you are getting on.

    Cheers

    Chris

  • quietlyleaving
    quietlyleaving

    great news billy

  • frozen one
    frozen one

    I wanted to go to college when I was a senior in high school. Needless to say, my parents were rather cool to the idea but didn't outright forbid it. My mom did arrange to have me spend some time with the CO who stressed that "time was short" and "the new system would arrive before I would finish any degree." I didn't go. Fifteen years later I found myself in a huge lecture hall filled with my new peers - a few hundred 18 year olds. I felt so out of place! I was tempted to just forget about the whole thing as I felt it was too late in life to start working on a degree. But I stuck with my plan and graduated with my degree. It took 6 years (I was working full time and could not handle a full load of credits) but I finished. Not being the sharpest knife in the drawer I can only say this. If I can do it, anyone can if they have the desire.

    Congrats on you decision.

  • wantstoleave
    wantstoleave

    My best advice? I have a couple.

    1 - Take lots of notes during lectures

    2 - Apply yourself. Don't give up. Noone ever got anywhere without first applying themselves :)

    Be careful not to overload on topics too. Just take it slowly until you're into the rhythm. And ask lots of questions.

    Congratulations!!

  • Witness 007
    Witness 007

    Make lots of money....buy a Kingdom hall and drive a bulldozer thru it............better do it when a Meeting is NOT in progress though!

  • Georgiegirl
    Georgiegirl

    Oh - and a bit of practical advice for planning/scheduling - plan to have about 6-8 hours of reading/homework/study per class. If you currently work full-time, that can have an impact. The first year will be less, of course. Try to balance writing-intensive classes with a class or too that's a bit less "research-y" so you aren't overwhelmed - your academic advisor can help you with that.

  • Heaven
    Heaven

    B the X.... Yay! I am very happy for you. I hope you love it! And just as a side note... 40ish ain't old ... cause that's me too!

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