The Key to Success Is the Ability to Adapt

Abstract

In this essay, I reflect on my first-year experience and share insights into what college success looks like for me. I discuss several challenges that I have faced so far, including peer pressure and burnout. I also talk about the skills I have learned and the opportunities I have taken advantage of to enhance my college experience and success. I conclude by offering suggestions for colleges and universities to enhance student success. Overall, I believe the ability to adapt, from both the student and the university perspective, is key to student success in college.