Akdegreat:

........Some folks would say "you can't have your cake and eat it."

The first time I heard that phrase. I was like "wtf"?
I pensively asked the guy who was saying this to me: "so what am I to do with my cake? stare at it?"

It a corruption of the original idioms which are either:
-You cant have your cake and eat it TOO
or
-You cant have your cake and it (too)

with this, the idiom reads better to mean that both events are mutually exclusive

kccarew:
Congrats on your achievements

Thanks dear

Uwc

Akdegreat:


Thanks dear

Congrats to the op, happy for you. At least, your hard work paid off. But, you should be happy, what of those that worked very hard and still ended up with lesser grades like 2.2?. There are hundreds of reasons why some people never get to come out with first class or second-class upper. Some people just imagine or conclude that anything outside those two grades, is useless.
But, such is life, we all cannot always have everything we desire or want. Education is supposed to make us better humans and contribute to the continuous improvement of the human race and not brandishing our certificate with good grades, but adding nothing of value to people's lives.
Well, I hope you get to enjoy some of the things you missed, while you were in school. Peace.

Guy, i no see any reason why u dey regret o, i no mix at al, n i came out with a 2.1 and am hapi with my life, just dat to have a first class certificate does nt mean one shud isolate himself 4rm his/her colleaques, afta all afta sch na service year, one fit catch al d fun wey he or she don miss 4 sch. Or mayb u do runz o.

I've been wondering what my regrets would be when I finally graduate. I used to think there's this natural happiness that comes with having a CGPA above 4.5... Well, so far I haven't experienced much of this feeling. Maintaining a CGPA of above 4.5 feels like magic to me. Reasons being that I sleep and play games a lot, I give little time to books and anything academics. I have a poor relationship with my lecturers but good with my colleagues. Okay, right now all I need is motivation; to grow passion for my course (Economics), to study properly, to build a good future from today (I want to be rich), to have the best of friends, etc. OP: I'm happy for you and I need your words of advice too.

donmarvex:
lol

modified

chai. :-O

#FTC

1st time in history....

lol

God go do am 4 me one day too,
Congrats

Akdegreat:


Seriously..
Especially in my 1st year

Hope those jambites learn from this

AdahXris:
Sorry bro, "had I known" always comes last. Anyway life goes on....you wil still meet different kinds °ƒ pple. S̴̩☺̴̩̩̥̩̩̩ cheers.

Thanks manman

Alhassanu:
I've been wondering what my regrets would be when I finally graduate. I used to think there's this natural happiness that comes with having a CGPA above 4.5... Well, so far I haven't experienced much of this feeling. Maintaining a CGPA of above 4.5 feels like magic to me. Reasons being that I sleep and play games a lot, I give little time to books and anything academics. I have a poor relationship with my lecturers but good with my colleagues. Okay, right now all I need is motivation; to grow passion for my course (Economics), to study properly, to build a good future from today (I want to be rich), to have the best of friends, etc. OP: I'm happy for you and I need your words of advice too.

Don't get it wrong bro. The feeling is amazing, you receive preferential treatment ,you are respected , you have the audience when you speak. You have a high self esteem. Don't forget all eyes are on you. People believe in you. So you have to perform beyond expectations, you have to 'deliver'. But then, you forgo some things.

jiggar:
Congrats to the op, happy for you. At least, your hard work paid off. But, you should be happy, what of those that worked very hard and still ended up with lesser grades like 2.2?. There are hundreds of reasons why some people never get to come out with first class or second-class upper. Some people just imagine or conclude that anything outside those two grades, is useless.
But, such is life, we all cannot always have everything we desire or want. Education is supposed to make us better humans and contribute to the continuous improvement of the human race and not brandishing our certificate with good grades, but adding nothing of value to people's lives.
Well, I hope you get to enjoy some of the things you missed, while you were in school. Peace.

I like the way you write. Well what can I say , am happy about what I have become. They are mixed feelings and I took my time to write the long post just to pour out my mind and reach out to other bright scholars out there who are busy doing what I did. I hope others are inspired.

vascey:
Do not regret. it's for losers.
There us a time and place for everything under sun, a time to till and a time to harvest.
Stay focused and move on to the next level.
When you are in the place to add value and show love, then its time has come.
Right now, FOCUS!

Gracias , I will remain focused

finest0007:
Nice stuff..I was a second class student of physics but left in my final year cos I had issues which made my GPA fall yakata..

Starting all over this month in electrical engineering which was & still is my first love.I have picked a thing or two from this post but tbh I ld rather be a nerd & get a first class which Im capable of getting than end up with another 2-2.

While academic prowess may not guarantee one a successful life,in Nigeria it definitely helps to have a good record..
Good morning nlanders

I wanted to take my time in replying you. You made a difficult decision and took a bold step. I can say you are there. Keep your head low, aim for the best ,see yourself as the best. Picture yourself in your success. I wish you the very best and I pray that nothing beyond your power stops you. We'll relate in subsequent time.

Akdegreat:
Just as a sick man in his dying bed has a heavy heart laden with lots of grief and regrets of things unaccomplished, I sat there in the fields that warm evening starring at the faculty building with mixed feelings of achievement and regrets.
I had lived the life of a perfect student. I had great passion for studying and some sort of insatiable desire for knowledge. I excelled in every of my examinations and this feat spurred up the feeling of invincibility in my subconscious mind.
I wasn't a popular fellow but I believe that mentioning my name portrayed the picture of a focused student with outstanding academic abilities in the mind of the few that knew me. Those few years, I always pictured a beautiful future with me in it doing great things.
However, I began to realize the big gap between me and the rest of the world. The wall I built between me and my friends as a freshman. Gradually, I knew names of authors and textbooks and yet hardly remembered the names of friends. It dawned on me that in few months, I would not be seeing some of my friends anymore, probably forever. I would miss them for life. Their smiles, discussions and company would be memories.
Though its a wonderful thing that as I round up my undergraduate studies, I have an academic record to be proud of, I had some regrets and some feelings that haunt me. I couldnt help it. Its the price I paid.

Some days I wish there were 30 hours in a day.
I knew how to manage my time but my schedule favored my books more.
Some folks would say "you can't have your cake and eat it." Well I believe I can afford yet another 'cake' God willing.
I wish I spent more time listening to my friends when they cared to speak.
I wish I was more flexible.
I wish I spent more time with the people I loved.
I wish I spent more time to discuss with my professors.
I wish I reciprocated the attention I received from my colleagues.
I wish I took the time to reach out to my junior colleagues with words of advice and encouragement.
I wish I created the time to reach out to my professors and seniors for advice, coaching and mentorship.
I wish I spent more time building my network of contacts and associates.
I wish I had the time to tutor my mates that failed their courses or had a hard time passing them.
I wish I gave out my heart to love and be loved in return.
I wish I took the time to observe my changing world.
Nevertheless, as I sat there, I was consoled of the fact that I still had few more months left and I swore to make a difference within that little space of time. I wouldnt have felt any better.
To my fellow scholars and graduates, who by hard work and devotion have come out of university with a First, I say congratulations on your well deserved feat.
To intending university students and undergraduates, you have endless possibilities, you posses the power to achieve your dreams if only you'll believe in yourself. There are sacrifices which you must be willing to make. Though I regret some of mine, that is the price for success, you would agree with me its not much of a bad regret. Nothing goes for nothing.
What people say doesn't really matter. Other students often speak badly about certain lecturers and courses. Its their way of justifying their failure. You hear phrases like "he is a wicked lecturer", "nobody makes an 'A' in that course". Never let those words bother you. I tell you what? Listen to them and take note of it to work harder. I performed better in the toughest courses.
Never underestimate your potentials for the difference between you and the best guy in class is the time he devotes for study. Well natural intelligence is a factor too. By mentioning study, I don't mean blindly memorizing just to pass your tests. Go out and develop this passion for your discipline that would drive you to study with genuine interest in the subject.
In your spare time, talk to your lecturers and professors about your favorite topic and your career. Read outside your course content, sometimes outside your discipline to be enlightened.
Never forget to strike a balance between your academics and your social life; you'll need it in the real world.
Be good to everybody you meet, show them love and respect. Talk to someone, live the moment, have fun and feel the world around you.
Find every reason to be happy after all life is too short.

- Akdegreat

Course and school bro??

Akdegreat:


Don't get it wrong bro. The feeling is amazing, you receive preferential treatment ,you are respected , you have the audience when you speak. You have a high self esteem. Don't forget all eyes are on you. People believe in you. So you have to perform beyond expectations, you have to 'deliver'. But then, you forgo some things.

My number problem is that I'm not outspoken, talking in public feels like facing a lion. Then, reading beyond my course work or outside the course content. and I happen to find myself in a class where everyone feels he/she is the best. I'm in my final year now, so I have a lot to learn. To make reading a habit, to have the courage of expressing myself, and all that. Tnx sir. I appreciate ur words.

University education is overrated! Look around you, you might end up working for a university dropout.

In North America, university education doesn't guarantee a high paid job.
Plumbers, carpenters, mechanics etc make more than many university educated individuals.
This is an advanced society that have realized that university education is overrated.

Basic education necessary for success in life is High School. Anything beyond that is not so important.
Having a 1st class with no social life is even more damaging because you will lack the connections in life to make it through.

You can always get your management diplomas and MBA later to better manage your thriving company/business and employ 1st class and 2.1 graduates to help make it more efficient.

Alhassanu:
My number problem is that I'm not outspoken, talking in public feels like facing a lion. Then, reading beyond my course work or outside the course content. and I happen to find myself in a class where everyone feels he/she is the best. I'm in my final year now, so I have a lot to learn. To make reading a habit, to have the courage of expressing myself, and all that. Tnx sir. I appreciate ur words.

If you truly love your discipline, reading beyond you course shouldn't be a problem, just read something about your course that's not explained in the class , study because you are curious to know something not because you have a test to write. As for addressing the public, it may take a little time. Start practicing it . You defend your seminars and projects as a final year undergraduate and also in your work place. You may start by always speaking to people. Just walk up to your colleagues, juniors, lecturers and anyone you feel you maybe frightened to speak to. Dress well and be confident. Face your fears and you'll have nothing to fear.
All the best Sir

Crispels:






Course and school bro??

Microbiology / University of Uyo

kelvin100:
University education is overrated! Look around you, you might end up working for a university dropout.

In North America, university education doesn't guarantee a high paid job.
Plumbers, carpenters, mechanics etc make more than many university educated individuals.
This is an advanced society that have realized that university education is overrated.

Basic education necessary for success in life is High School. Anything beyond that is not so important.
Having a 1st class with no social life is even more damaging because you will lack the connections in life to make it through.

You can always get your management diplomas and MBA later to better manage your thriving company/business and employ 1st class and 2.1 graduates to help make it more efficient.

I realized that in my second year. But I already had my over 4.5 GP from year one which I had to maintain. If you were in my shoes what would you do?

Akdegreat:


If you truly love your discipline, reading beyond you course shouldn't be a problem, just read something about your course that's not explained in the class , study because you are curious to know something not because you have a test to write. As for addressing the public, it may take a little time. Start practicing it . You defend your seminars and projects as a final year undergraduate and also in your work place. You may start by always speaking to people. Just walk up to your colleagues, juniors, lecturers and anyone you feel you maybe frightened to speak to. Dress well and be confident. Face your fears and you'll have nothing to fear.
All the best Sir

thank you very much sir.

Akdegreat:


Microbiology / University of Uyo

Wao good to know. Then you must be one of those students who were dressed in honours roll last matric

make i follow you sharpaly

Jesuspikin77:

Wao good to know. Then you must be one of those students who were dressed in honours roll last matric

make i follow you sharpaly

Hahaha.. Yea I was among them.

Akdegreat:


Hahaha.. Yea I was among them.

wow nice. i really do hope to achieve such feat when it comes to my turn

finest0007:
Nice stuff..I was a second class student of physics but left in my final year cos I had issues which made my GPA fall yakata..

Starting all over this month in electrical engineering which was & still is my first love.I have picked a thing or two from this post but tbh I ld rather be a nerd & get a first class which Im capable of getting than end up with another 2-2.

While academic prowess may not guarantee one a successful life,in Nigeria it definitely helps to have a good record..
Good morning nlanders

i thought i was the only one to experience this type of dilenma. My own case was that i didn't enter the university as early as you did because i pretty much didn't know what to do with my life (it took me 3 years to know what i wanted)

as long as that is what you want go ahead afterall direction is better than speed and it is better to be at the bottom of a ladder you made up your mind to climb than to be @ the top of the one you never wanted to climb in the first place

cheers

disneyjdkeyz:
First class lala

Happy birthday

dovelike:

Happy birthday

thank you

finest0007:


Im 20.Well I didn't like the idea of doing masters in what I don't understand.Even in undergraduate physics,most of us were just cramming & couldn't relate to what we wrote.Starting university at 20 while people I got in with are going for service by may isn't exactly easy but man gats make some sacrifice sometimes

bro, did you do your rag day twice?

Akdegreat:
Just as a sick man in his dying bed has a heavy heart laden with lots of grief and regrets of things unaccomplished, I sat there in the fields that warm evening starring at the faculty building with mixed feelings of achievement and regrets.
I had lived the life of a perfect student. I had great passion for studying and some sort of insatiable desire for knowledge. I excelled in every of my examinations and this feat spurred up the feeling of invincibility in my subconscious mind.
I wasn't a popular fellow but I believe that mentioning my name portrayed the picture of a focused student with outstanding academic abilities in the mind of the few that knew me. Those few years, I always pictured a beautiful future with me in it doing great things.
However, I began to realize the big gap between me and the rest of the world. The wall I built between me and my friends as a freshman. Gradually, I knew names of authors and textbooks and yet hardly remembered the names of friends. It dawned on me that in few months, I would not be seeing some of my friends anymore, probably forever. I would miss them for life. Their smiles, discussions and company would be memories.
Though its a wonderful thing that as I round up my undergraduate studies, I have an academic record to be proud of, I had some regrets and some feelings that haunt me. I couldnt help it. Its the price I paid.

Some days I wish there were 30 hours in a day.
I knew how to manage my time but my schedule favored my books more.
Some folks would say "you can't have your cake and eat it." Well I believe I can afford yet another 'cake' God willing.
I wish I spent more time listening to my friends when they cared to speak.
I wish I was more flexible.
I wish I spent more time with the people I loved.
I wish I spent more time to discuss with my professors.
I wish I reciprocated the attention I received from my colleagues.
I wish I took the time to reach out to my junior colleagues with words of advice and encouragement.
I wish I created the time to reach out to my professors and seniors for advice, coaching and mentorship.
I wish I spent more time building my network of contacts and associates.
I wish I had the time to tutor my mates that failed their courses or had a hard time passing them.
I wish I gave out my heart to love and be loved in return.
I wish I took the time to observe my changing world.
Nevertheless, as I sat there, I was consoled of the fact that I still had few more months left and I swore to make a difference within that little space of time. I wouldnt have felt any better.
To my fellow scholars and graduates, who by hard work and devotion have come out of university with a First, I say congratulations on your well deserved feat.
To intending university students and undergraduates, you have endless possibilities, you posses the power to achieve your dreams if only you'll believe in yourself. There are sacrifices which you must be willing to make. Though I regret some of mine, that is the price for success, you would agree with me its not much of a bad regret. Nothing goes for nothing.
What people say doesn't really matter. Other students often speak badly about certain lecturers and courses. Its their way of justifying their failure. You hear phrases like "he is a wicked lecturer", "nobody makes an 'A' in that course". Never let those words bother you. I tell you what? Listen to them and take note of it to work harder. I performed better in the toughest courses.
Never underestimate your potentials for the difference between you and the best guy in class is the time he devotes for study. Well natural intelligence is a factor too. By mentioning study, I don't mean blindly memorizing just to pass your tests. Go out and develop this passion for your discipline that would drive you to study with genuine interest in the subject.
In your spare time, talk to your lecturers and professors about your favorite topic and your career. Read outside your course content, sometimes outside your discipline to be enlightened.
Never forget to strike a balance between your academics and your social life; you'll need it in the real world.
Be good to everybody you meet, show them love and respect. Talk to someone, live the moment, have fun and feel the world around you.
Find every reason to be happy after all life is too short.

- Akdegreat

I'm a student from the best University in Nigeria. I study History and International Studies. Am in my second year. Presently, am faced with a puzzle. Firstly, am a student politician/unionist/leader. I currently serve as the General Secretary of my Faculty. A position I took as the youngest in the History of my institution. Based on my track records, leadership qualities and innovative ideas, the Students' populace are urging me to test the waters of Students' Union leadership. However, am contemplating pulling out of Campus politics so as to explore other opportunities as an undergraduate. These opportunities includes - Taostmaters international programmes and certificates, debates, conferences, lectures etc. For instance, I will be a delegate at an upcoming United Nations programme. Am a decent 2'1 student, and I thirst to study harder to increase my CGPA that has dwindled as a result of my participation in campus politics. Campus politics consumes lots of money, time and energy. And even when you emerge, it brings about more stress and problems to face.

In terms of money, am okay, I lack no basic needs as am not even into campus politics for money but for the life lessons one learns from it. In terms of connection, am closer to my VC than even some SUG representatives as he loves the ideas I bring on board.

In summary, I want to focus more on my studies and seal my 2'1. I also want to explore other aspects of international opportunities like Toastmasters international, UN models, conferences, debates , improved scholarship et al.

More so, I already received a certificate of honour from the University authorities for my leadership qualities and contributions.

However, I believe am a born leader, filled with ideas and I evidently can serve the Student populace the best way possible. I see myself as a missing link. What is neeeded.

I can't combine the two, one has to step down for the other.

I plan to proceed to the United States for my postgraduate after my degree in Nigeria.

Your advice?

This happens to be the biggest decision of my life.

finest0007:


Im 20.Well I didn't like the idea of doing masters in what I don't understand.Even in undergraduate physics,most of us were just cramming & couldn't relate to what we wrote.Starting university at 20 while people I got in with are going for service by may isn't exactly easy but man gats make some sacrifice sometimes

BELIEVE...

Akdegreat:
Just as a sick man in his dying bed has a heavy heart laden with lots of grief and regrets of things unaccomplished, I sat there in the fields that warm evening starring at the faculty building with mixed feelings of achievement and regrets.
I had lived the life of a perfect student. I had great passion for studying and some sort of insatiable desire for knowledge. I excelled in every of my examinations and this feat spurred up the feeling of invincibility in my subconscious mind.
I wasn't a popular fellow but I believe that mentioning my name portrayed the picture of a focused student with outstanding academic abilities in the mind of the few that knew me. Those few years, I always pictured a beautiful future with me in it doing great things.
However, I began to realize the big gap between me and the rest of the world. The wall I built between me and my friends as a freshman. Gradually, I knew names of authors and textbooks and yet hardly remembered the names of friends. It dawned on me that in few months, I would not be seeing some of my friends anymore, probably forever. I would miss them for life. Their smiles, discussions and company would be memories.
Though its a wonderful thing that as I round up my undergraduate studies, I have an academic record to be proud of, I had some regrets and some feelings that haunt me. I couldnt help it. Its the price I paid.

Some days I wish there were 30 hours in a day.
I knew how to manage my time but my schedule favored my books more.
Some folks would say "you can't have your cake and eat it." Well I believe I can afford yet another 'cake' God willing.
I wish I spent more time listening to my friends when they cared to speak.
I wish I was more flexible.
I wish I spent more time with the people I loved.
I wish I spent more time to discuss with my professors.
I wish I reciprocated the attention I received from my colleagues.
I wish I took the time to reach out to my junior colleagues with words of advice and encouragement.
I wish I created the time to reach out to my professors and seniors for advice, coaching and mentorship.
I wish I spent more time building my network of contacts and associates.
I wish I had the time to tutor my mates that failed their courses or had a hard time passing them.
I wish I gave out my heart to love and be loved in return.
I wish I took the time to observe my changing world.
Nevertheless, as I sat there, I was consoled of the fact that I still had few more months left and I swore to make a difference within that little space of time. I wouldnt have felt any better.
To my fellow scholars and graduates, who by hard work and devotion have come out of university with a First, I say congratulations on your well deserved feat.
To intending university students and undergraduates, you have endless possibilities, you posses the power to achieve your dreams if only you'll believe in yourself. There are sacrifices which you must be willing to make. Though I regret some of mine, that is the price for success, you would agree with me its not much of a bad regret. Nothing goes for nothing.
What people say doesn't really matter. Other students often speak badly about certain lecturers and courses. Its their way of justifying their failure. You hear phrases like "he is a wicked lecturer", "nobody makes an 'A' in that course". Never let those words bother you. I tell you what? Listen to them and take note of it to work harder. I performed better in the toughest courses.
Never underestimate your potentials for the difference between you and the best guy in class is the time he devotes for study. Well natural intelligence is a factor too. By mentioning study, I don't mean blindly memorizing just to pass your tests. Go out and develop this passion for your discipline that would drive you to study with genuine interest in the subject.
In your spare time, talk to your lecturers and professors about your favorite topic and your career. Read outside your course content, sometimes outside your discipline to be enlightened.
Never forget to strike a balance between your academics and your social life; you'll need it in the real world.
Be good to everybody you meet, show them love and respect. Talk to someone, live the moment, have fun and feel the world around you.
Find every reason to be happy after all life is too short.

- Akdegreat

this is a master piece from a great lad,let me be honest with you, don't regret anything it was not your fault . many students will wish to be in your shoes, you will definitely meet new friends at higher levels in life. maintain your positive mindset and don't use the word regret rather celebrate for a job well done. I spent my years in the university avoiding lots of social activities even my crush of life, but I do not regret it cause better days are just ahead.

AmbodOfLASU:




I'm a student from the best University in Nigeria. I study History and International Studies. Am in my second year. Presently, am faced with a puzzle. Firstly, am a student politician/unionist/leader. I currently serve as the General Secretary of my Faculty. A position I took as the youngest in the History of my institution. Based on my track records, leadership qualities and innovative ideas, the Students' populace are urging me to test the waters of Students' Union leadership. However, am contemplating pulling out of Campus politics so as to explore other opportunities as an undergraduate. These opportunities includes - Taostmaters international programmes and certificates, debates, conferences, lectures etc. For instance, I will be a delegate at an upcoming United Nations programme. Am a decent 2'1 student, and I thirst to study harder to increase my CGPA that has dwindled as a result of my participation in campus politics. Campus politics consumes lots of money, time and energy. And even when you emerge, it brings about more stress and problems to face.

In terms of money, am okay, I lack no basic needs as am not even into campus politics for money but for the life lessons one learns from it. In terms of connection, am closer to my VC than even some SUG representatives as he loves the ideas I bring on board.

In summary, I want to focus more on my studies and seal my 2'1. I also want to explore other aspects of international opportunities like Toastmasters international, UN models, conferences, debates , improved scholarship et al.

More so, I already received a certificate of honour from the University authorities for my leadership qualities and contributions.

However, I believe am a born leader, filled with ideas and I evidently can serve the Student populace the best way possible. I see myself as a missing link. What is neeeded.

I can't combine the two, one has to step down for the other.

I plan to proceed to the United States for my postgraduate after my degree in Nigeria.

Your advice?

This happens to be the biggest decision of my life.

follow ur heart... but maintain that 2.1 with your last strength. politics will help you grow in various areas in life so go for it... but don't fail to find time to read your books. a computer for instance can multitask and I know your a very intelligent lad so am sure your can handle both very well.