As my first semester in college is coming to an end, I am taking a moment to reflect on my personal growth. Coming into college, I was nervous and unsure of how to navigate college life. At this point in the semester, I am much more confident and I feel much more prepared for my future. I have learned how to utilize many campus resources, and have made plans for my college and graduate school goals. In addition, I have become much more independent. Without my family constantly there to help me, I have gained more independence and have become more self-motivated. I also believe that I have grown in my willingness to evolve ideas. College was not exactly what I expected, and I had to evolve my goals and make different decisions to make them more realistic. I believe it is important to take a step back, reflect on my experiences, and evaluate my growth before moving forward.