i cant believe i was ever intimidated by...

i cant believe i was ever intimidated by going to college.  the way i see it, it is just the same as high school. at least tri county is.  Clemson was a big difference, but obviously i had a reason to be intimidated there cuz look where i ended up!  i was looking forward to the "adult" experience but so far tri county seems as if im being treated as a high school student all over again. "you're late", "keep your head up", "put your phone away"...i could have SWORN we were paying for this education and the teachers are getting PAID to be here so why isnt it OUR decisions how we spend our time in the classes we paid for?? it may not always be the best choice of ours on what we do that day, but thats the whole point, WE have the power and option to decide for ourselves.  maybe thats why im not so motivated to give my 100% effort.  if i feel like im being treateed like a high school student then why not act like one right?  and what is up with the attendance policy?? if we're able to not go to a single class but still turn in our work and pass our exams that should be what is important. im sure im tallking to a wall on this one so ill be going so i can pack for the beach!!