Differences As An Regular Or Extension Student

Actually, I had guessed that the extension program would be different from regular program; however it was much different from my guessed. I noticed so many differences about outside and inside as an extension student when I came back here, such as the motivation, environment and our daily life.

First, student’s motivation is so much higher than before because we have the more strong will toward studying. Also, I am surrounded by students of various levels, so I am a little nervous about my English level, such as can I follow their level? Also, I have new teachers and their attitude is changed; especially their behavior is much stricter about homework and communication. I felt a little anxious, but when I am more used to their level, I will improve my English skill, so I will do my best.

Second, the environment around me changed. It is warmer than before, so the scenery like grass is completely different! Moreover, last semester, I lived in Covington, and I live in Helen Keller now, so the house is very different, such as the bed, bath and living room. My room became bigger than last semester and it is good, but it is too big for me. In addition, we can go to outings only two people. Before that we couldn’t go shopping less than two people, but we know most things about Downtown or North town. We already understand the rules, so we can enough care about ourselves. Also our advisers’ changed, new advisers are so nice, and one of the advisers, Mieco is pregnant and her baby would be twins!! It is big news for my friends in Japan who were here last semester.

Finally, I had time to take a nap in the evening last semester, but now I don’t because I have a lot of homework and I have to do other study or research for my presentation if I have time. Before that, I saw some movies and did exercise, but I hardly have time for this now. I can say I am so busy, but I can also say I lead a full life. I noticed that I can experience something new, such as I will join SFCC’s class and I will also go Volunteering. These are first time activities for me, and I can’t experience it in Japan. I want to keep challenging myself with something new experience I can do only here.

This program is completely different from last semester about the motivation, environment and our daily life. Of course, I’m a little nervous, but at the same times, I’m looking forward to having great time here. I hope that I would be grown up myself by this program.

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