Why attending NAIT is a journey of growth and exploration
By Kale Hurlburt on April 24, 2024
The first 15 weeks at NAIT have been a crazy mix of emotions, experiences, and challenges. As students have navigated through the last 15 weeks it is important to pause and appreciate the best parts of the journey. Here is a list that highlights the best parts of student life.
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- Diverse Friendships: College campuses are a mixture of diverse cultures, ideas, and perspectives. One of the best parts of student life is forming meaningful connections with people from all different walks of life.
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- Personal Growth: Student life is a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. From overcoming academic challenges at school, to trying to figure out your social circle, every obstacle provides a chance for growth. While this is all happening, students can find themselves growing stronger mentally, wiser, and more confident in their abilities.
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- Extracurricular activities: Beyond the classroom, student life offers the opportunity to be involved with many extracurricular activities. Whether it is joining a sports team, participating in clubs, or volunteering in the community, these experiences create friendships for a lifetime, keep you active, and give you a sense of belonging.
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- Independence and responsibility: For many students, college starts the transition to adulthood and independence. From managing finances to balancing academic and social commitments and navigating new responsibilities. These responsibilities will set up students and prepare them for the future challenges that may be presented.
Student life is a complex journey filled with growth, exploration, and unforgettable experiences. By embracing the journey, we can fully appreciate the challenges that will shape us into leaders, and strong workers in the future.