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Posted By: Brother Babbar on January 06, 2014 Hello, I am planning to attend school in the Spring. There was a few things I needed to clear. At my campus tour in August I was able to solve some of my questions. But I didn't quite get why I was unable to start fresh at the HBCU. When I attended college 7 years ago my spouse signed for a student loan to pay one semester's fee at the University of Akron. I was a C student there. I returned to UA for one Summer semester on scholarship (no room or food). I would of been a C student, but I was one day late with withdrawing any courses so I failed a Science class. I registered for 12 credit hours in the summer!?! I didn't like that at UA. So I came back to Mansfield and got accepted at North Central State College for the following Fall term, everything was paid for by scholarship (no room or food). I was A and B student there. Managing money on a budget was trying for me as a collegian student. I was between education, sports, home and wanting the "good life". Not only every time there was an option for me to make money, which I knew education was not going to turn into dollars quickly, but my heart was not into money. Guess I was misdirected when I first went into a college career. It was not my idea. So to fulfill my passion at Columbus State Community College I needed a Real Estate Certificate. Something that wouldn't take long to get, I could get in the market, I can sale anybody a house!, take my share, would not be a "Starving Artist" and could enjoy my time prospering as a student. I failed the Financial Class there. It been over 3 years ago since I was in a college program. But the time was used wise enough so that for me I could broaden my awareness, do a lot of reading, make some money, and stay healthy. I have seen how its done now. Parents, Scholarships, Grants, Work-Study, Rent Parties, Fundraisers, Financial Aid, Internships, Donations, Philanthropy, Rewards, and Refunds. As a college student these forms of payments, if they are not totally ensured, in one's thinking of success, for financial security, it does create insufficiency for the poorest of a student and possibly his/her ability to connect with other outside resources. You know. I feel more dedicated than anxious in my heart toward this struggle of mine. So I am emailing you to give me some encouragement in my next move. If I am not eligible for a Fresh Start thought would mean I would have to use my accumulated GPA for scholarship benefits which for most I see a 2.5 or 2.8 requirement and even though I passed some course and some not, that are or aren't necessary courses for my African Study major. If I am not eligible, then sending my transcripts would make me a almost a junior in the Spring. Its unfortunate the way in which this path of education and know-how has been conserved. One thing for sure is I am open to any considerations. A staff said to me that involvement with activities of the school would help my anticipation of the future. Not in those words but she knew what I was saying. She wanted me to speak with someone in the Financial Aid Office on my tour, but everyone was leaving for the evening. I could not stay anywhere without reservation(s). If this message reaches you well post me back. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Brother Babbar
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