(From the Goochland Gazette, August 14, 2014)
Reynolds student Ryan Pledger recently was honored with a prestigious Valley Protein Fellowship. After completing an associate in science degree in business administration at Reynolds, Pledger’s goal is to attend the McIntire School of Commerce at the University of Virginia to pursue a bachelor of science degree in commerce with a specialization in global commerce
If you are getting ready for your first year of college, you are probably feeling a bit anxious and uncertain. Take comfort in knowing that you are not alone. Whether attending a local community college or a big university, most first year students share similar concerns and fears. I survived that first year and was asked to provide a few suggestions on how to approach this exciting new challenge in your life, make the most of new opportunities, and succeed in college.
College, like most things in life, will be what you make of it. You can become involved in your college community by joining clubs, attending sporting events, and meeting people, or you can take online classes and barely leave your dorm. I recommend the former. College will provide you with the opportunity to meet many different kinds of people from all over the country and world. It is a fantastic chance to branch out, learn new things, and figure out who you are and what you like.
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