I also started a Non-Traditional Student organization there (Actually, I RE-started it... because there had been one there years back). It was a great experience, counting everything. I learned a lot about myself there.

While I was involved in that group, I realized that there needed to be a group like this at all schools. And I wanted to help that happen.

What this site is made for

This site is made to encourage all non-traditional students - - and help them all realize that they CAN do it.

In other words, they CAN succeed.

I want to help everyone realize that it doesn't matter if a person is older, or has been out of school for awhile.

Now that I went back to college, I know that I can do it. Although it was a challenge for me, I am very glad that I did go back. l learned so much. And now I think it's easier for me to try new things - easier than it was before. And that alone makes it all worth it.

I made some friends at the University that I will treasure always, and I keep up with them on Facebook and MySpace now.

I also learned so much about myself and what I can do.

I think that all non-traditional students can have a great experience going back to school, with a little help, advice, and information from people who have been there and done that.

Future changes in the site

I plan to expand this website greatly again in the next year. There will be many more groups listed, and a lot more information available for non-traditional students, including students who are overseas.

Right now, I am adding sites and groups a little at a time. I am hoping that people will also self-list their groups to help save time. Eventually, non-traditional students will be able to connect with others quickly and have everything they need at hand to pursue their educational dreams.

That is my goal for the website - to make it as complete and informational as possible.

Please contact me anytime to suggest improvements and to put more information on the site. I welcome your articles, suggestions, and information.

More about me

I was a nontraditional student myself, and was back at school for about two years, including my student teaching and intern experiences.

Will I go back to college again? I just might. I know that I am glad that I did it the first time, and I learned a lot. It was definitely worth it for me to go back to school as an older, nontraditional student.

I recommend it, if you are a nontraditional student, and are thinking about it. Try it out and see how you like it.

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