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Re: Attn: Present & Future College Students, Think carefully before you mentor

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Originally Posted by miscall View Post
As a Junior, I'm just starting to really worry about college, but I know one thing for sure: There is no way I am going to give up FIRST. One of the main criteria I have while looking for a school is if they have a connection to FIRST or not. I know that I'm going to have a rough time mentoring and having college, but it can't possibly be any worse than the 12 hours days I'm pulling now. I may have to not go through college with my current 3.9 GPA, but I'm positive the benefits to both myself and the team I'm mentoring will make up for it.

I can't think of going any period of time, yet alone the 4-8 years I'm going to be in college, without FIRST in my life. I'm probably not the only one with this attitude, and I think that is what is driving many of the current college mentors to put themselves through the trials and tribulations of basically having two full time jobs and not getting paid for either.
At least wait until kickoff day to get involved, ideally sit out your entire Freshman year.

You won't miss much, you can still volunteer at a regional, etc...

You really should get a grasp on what college is before you make a decision like this.

I'd try to explain better in a long post, but you'll see yourself and believe that more than anything we say.
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