Psychological Distress among College Immigrants Students Luz Moreno Miami Dade College/Interamerican Campus Psychological Distress among College Immigrants Students Immigrants in a new society find many acculturation difficulties in their daily lives including their immigration status, language barrier and even discrimination. Immigrants may be faced with special problems, not only in their relationships with the host society, but with their group of peers. Immigrant students, for example, may have problems enrolling in courses and may face recurring problems of time pressure or problems maintaining relationships with friends. These types of daily difficulties experienced by students, both family and non-family related, have been previously associated with psychological distress (Kohn et al., 1990; Kohn, Lafreniere, & Gurevich, 1991). A substantial number of immigrants attend colleges and universities in United States.
The experience of playing in a team itself is more valuable and it is also a pride for athletes. In some way, college athletes already get paid; universities should never give more financial support to satisfy their athletes. Colleges are for education and academic purposes. It is a place where students get education and get prepared for their better future. If one is interested in playing sports and he/she is very good at it, then he/she should go in that field.
Austin Buta Michael Horner English 101-J 9/24/13 College Freshmen Are Doomed! Every year, many high school graduates enter a new realm of schooling. This insensitive place is called college. New students often do not make the correct decisions in college which could lead to huge consequences. College freshmen, being inexperienced and ignorant, are not accustomed to college which can lead them down the path to failure.
* Participating in a high school athletic or another extra-curricular activity: The primary purpose of participating in an activity is for enjoyment purposes. They like the sport they are participating in or the extra-curricular activity. It can also have many secondary purposes and help you out in life. For example, participating in sports keeps your body healthy. Participating in these activities would help the student get into college in the long run.
Christopher Beal Professor Blount English 0099 October 30, 2012 Procrastination of College Students Procrastination is a problem that most college students tend to have. Procrastination is when a certain task is put off until another day or time. Many students procrastinate because they have a fear of failing. With so many distractions such as technology, hobbies, and friends, procrastination becomes harder to avoid. College students procrastinate because of laziness, peer influence, and boredom.
Many people may argue to this statement, but we are here to show that there are studies that show it, the students know that you have to have good grades to be in sports/extracurricular activities. Having good grades can lessen stress about affording college and give you opportunities for scholarships. Most colleges and coaches would rather have student with good grades becauses it shows that you are a more committed student and harder worker. Do you want to be that athletic that never cared about their grades only sports? Your grades prove you are able to equally balance academics and athletics, just like a balanced teeter totter.
At the end of the day, the college athletes are involved in this situation because a love once their drive to compete (Collegian Staff). Once money is too involved, that love and passion will be focused elsewhere (Collegian Staff). I am also in agreement with this statement as well. I feel that once money is involved, the focus would no longer be solely on schoolwork. The main focus would then become getting the “job” done
There are some schools around the country that are year round. Advocates argue that summer break is a waste of time while students could be in school learning. On the other hand, opponents say that now schools are stressful and need a break. I believe that the three month traditional summer vacation should be maintained because school is stressful for many students, students want to travel and get with the family, and it could improve the economy. I believe that the three month traditional summer vacation should be maintained because many students get stressed.
Sports teams help academically by eventually allowing more success as college comes along. According to Stephan Walk, a contributor to Berkshire Encyclopedia of World Sport, he explains that, “Under the right conditions, youth who participate in school-sponsored sports may have higher academic performance, educational aspirations, and enhanced career options than do those who do not…” (Walk). He emphasizes the idea that students that involve themselves with school sports would help students flourish academically. College sports funded scholarships are a great example of students working hard to obtain their desires and benevolently, this will help them academically in
Students are able to participate in more sports year-round and become more active and healthier. Students and their families that use school libraries to get their books may not be able to in the summer unless the school has year-round schooling. It makes it possible to be able to check out a book that you want from that specific school. Another advantage is that students can see their friends every day when they go to school. It wouldn’t be like they’re missing anything socially since everyone will be there.