I worked my way through, too. Builds character. I know what it's like to live without electricity for months on end--among other things. A lot of todays kids haven't a clue what hardship really is. In retrospect, there was something quite calming about sitting around by candle light playing a guitar, writing long letters, or studying, that was so much more satisfying than watching tv....If you can't tell, I have fond memories and wouldn't trade them, though I never became a Dr. like my grandfather. No regrets.
-----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Jerry D. Belloit Sent: Tuesday, February 14, 2012 12:28 PM To: [email protected] Subject: [gatortalk] Admission Standards for UF This may be a topic for THFGT, but I wonder sometimes if the admission standards for Florida have gone too far. I have a BS, MBA, and PhD from Florida. I am certain that I could not come close to being admitted under today's standards. My high school QPA was under 3.0, but back then, the university looked at the person and the what was behind the grades. I worked full time from the time I was 16. While I went to a great high school and had great teachers, I simply did not have time for homework, papers, or studying. In my undergraduate career, I continued to work mostly full time so my undergraduate grades were not great either. I believe my QPA upon graduation was about 3.0 with majors in Chemistry, Psychology, and almost one in math. I was admitted to the MBA program on probation mostly upon the strength of my full time job as a grocery store manager. I still worked near full time until I began the PhD program. I was fortunate to get a $4800 Graduate Assistant position so I could quit work. I am very thankful for the educational opportunity I received at UF. After graduation, I have had a successful career in academics, business, and even in ministry. (I am still a workaholic with two careers.) Why wouldn't you want someone like me now at Florida? Jerry -- GATORS: ONE VOICE ON SATURDAY - NO VOICE ON SUNDAY! 1996 National Football Champions | 2006 National Basketball Champions 2006 National Football Champions | 2007 National Basketball Champions 2008 National Football Champions | Three Heisman Trophy winners: Steve Spurrier (1966), Danny Wuerffel (1996), Tim Tebow (2007) - Visit our website at www.gatornet.us -- GATORS: ONE VOICE ON SATURDAY - NO VOICE ON SUNDAY! 1996 National Football Champions | 2006 National Basketball Champions 2006 National Football Champions | 2007 National Basketball Champions 2008 National Football Champions | Three Heisman Trophy winners: Steve Spurrier (1966), Danny Wuerffel (1996), Tim Tebow (2007) - Visit our website at www.gatornet.us
