Students may vary religious practices, including church attendance, acceptance, of other beliefs, etc. They may choose not to discuss activities and relationships. Students may change their style of dress. Developing Mature Interpersonal Relationships Students will be introduced to people from other cultures and backgrounds that have different values and interests. Students may join new social, athletic, or religious organizations.
Students learn, over time, how to live and learn in teams, as couples, as partners and friends.
Students evolve in their commitments as they make changes that reflect their changing values and preferences. Developing Purpose During the college experience, students develop or strengthen their own sense of purpose. Students may fear they will disappoint parents and not meet college standards. Students will be exposed to a number of different courses and disciplines outside their core major interest. Students may spend a short time in college lacking any definite plans or structure in life style.