Angela Pena

Always learning how to help everyone achieve college success!

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@inspireHIGHERED A9.Depends!If you are trying hard to get a head go for it, but it is rigorous & time consuming. I would suggest taking a summer off & gaining work experience if you need a break from classes. I would never suggest mini-mesters if you want to have a life lol #insirpEDtochat

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@inspireHIGHERED A8. YES! But it is worth it! You learn about what is important to you & how to manage your time. College is not easy but it is so worth it! I have met some of the best people in college & throughout my career! #inspirEDtochat

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@inspireHIGHERED A7. The clubs I joined! I met my best friends, roommates, and husband by joining a sorority #SigmaLambdaGamma @texastechgammas I also joined #TechPR & #HispanicStudentSociety I met so many people & I was able to help them as well by coordinating study sessions #inspirEDtochat

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@inspireHIGHERED @UNTUnion has a great meditation room on the top floor of the building. Sometimes you just need a quiet place to relax and focus on yourself #inspirEDtochat

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@inspireHIGHERED A6. Utilize resources! Mentoring, tutoring, study sessions, and office hours were always available to me but I didn't realize I needed help until I was already failing #inspirEDtochat

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@inspireHIGHERED A4. I applied for 1 BIG full-ride scholarship! After I lost that scholarship (I didn't maintain my GPA), I kept applying for more scholarships because I needed more MONEY! #inspirEDtochat

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@inspireHIGHERED A3.I was textbook prepared for college!I applied early, took the ACT/SAT multiple times,applied for scholarships,but that did not prepare me for college. I didn't know anyone, I was unsure of which courses to take, and I felt like I didn't belong in college #inspirEDtochat

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@inspireHIGHERED A2. I picked my major based on what I was good at (theater) & yes I changed it because I realized communications was more my style. I majored in Public Relations and realized there are so many companies that need people who are good at representing them #inspirEDtochat

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@inspireHIGHERED A1. I think the main different is no one is telling you what to do. You can choose to wake up for class or not. You have to remember you WHY so you have motivation to keep going #inspirEDtochat

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@inspireHIGHERED A10. Doing a good job & helping people motivates me anddddd making & saving money lol #inspirEDtochat

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@inspireHIGHERED A9. I make a giant to do list and start crossing off things so I know I am making progress toward being complete #inspirEDtochat

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

I couldn't agree more! #inspirEDtochat

[Brett Rachel @BrettRachel]

@inspireHIGHERED A8: I think we thrive on and need both types of motivation. For some, it could be the goal itself: writing a book (extrinsic - royalties) vs. reading a book (intrinsic - satisfaction). Overall, I think it depends on the individual's aptitude. #InspirEDtoChat

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@inspireHIGHERED A7. 2-5! I do my best work when I know the end is near! I also do my best work when I the deadline is coming up #inspirEDtochat

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@inspireHIGHERED A6. Remember your WHY for doing things. This is my fav video to get motivated and keep me on track https://t.co/DGNK0GZLm9 #inspirEDtochat

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@inspireHIGHERED #workhard makes me motivated because I believe I am a hard worker so the more I say it, the harder I work! #inspirEDtochat

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@inspireHIGHERED A4. Hang up inspiring quotes and mantras in your office, or work space. #inspirEDtochat

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@inspireHIGHERED A3. Figure out when you feel happy, write it down, and then when you are feeling unmotivated read that list and remember why were put on that path #inspirEDtochat

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@inspireHIGHERED A2. I LOVE check lists! No matter how small the item is it feels so good to check it off your list! I also like to listen to upbeat music and that keeps me going. #inspirEDtochat

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@BrettRachel @inspireHIGHERED I love this! @BrettRachel

[Angela Pena @ang_pena09]

@inspireHIGHERED A1. Self motivation is the fire within you! Dig deep and find out what gets you excited about life! @inspirEDtochat