Laura Nichols
ENG 301
September 18, 2013

Working Through College
There are several types of college students. Some students live on campus and take the required 12 hours of classes while taking out loans to pay for school. Other students take as many classes as they can fit in their schedule and take on jobs to pay the bills. These two groups of students can be classified by many different characteristics. But students who work their way through college become more diversified individuals.
Working college students have a tendency to be extremely organized. They have to manage their time very carefully, or they will succumb to the stresses of a busy schedule. Instead of just going to class, these students also have to make time for their jobs. Most only work part-time jobs, up to 40 hours, but others are required to work full time jobs (40+ hours). They may use a handwritten agenda or a smartphone to keep track of all their obligations. For example, one student balances two part time jobs and 18 hours of classes. She uses an agenda to write down all of her work time and assignment due dates. This allows her to do the required class work in her free time from work. Without staying organized and knowing exactly what she needs to do, this student would not be able to pass classes. The results of not being organized affects both the grades and the work attitude. Student workers who are not doing well in classes are more likely to become stressed and temperamental at their jobs.
These students are in charge of themselves and make decisions on their own. They, therefore, become more confident in themselves. Instead of just going through the motions like regular students, they have to make sure that everything they do is done in a timely manner and in a way that will benefit themselves and their schedule. This characteristic plays part in all aspects of their