Editorial - Take advantage of resources at WVU

The college experience is like none other in life.

This is the best time to explore multiple career options, meet new people and enjoy life. Every student at West Virginia University should take advantage of the resources given by University.

Many students are here to simply obtain a degree as fast as possible so they can be done with school and get out in the real world.

Those students should take a minute to evaluate the fantastic opportunities they are missing.

For one, there are several study abroad programs offered through the University that allow students to travel and see the world. Study abroad programs can give students the chance to earn credits on almost every continent.

There may not be another time in life when you can have the option to travel and learn in such a way. Financial aid is available for all study abroad programs offered at WVU.

Incoming sophomores can take advantage of the SOAR program, which is an outdoor reorientation program by WELLWVU: The Student's Center of Health and Adventure WV.

Through the SOAR program, students can earn three credit hours during the 15-day wilderness outing to Utah and Colorado. Activities will include hiking, canoeing and becoming more adapted to nature.

The program is also aimed at helping students find their life goals and ways to achieve them.

If traveling is not what you're looking for, there are countless other programs and activities students can become involved with – all designed to benefit students and create unforgettable memories.

In the end, it doesn't matter what you become involved in, the point is that you do get involved with the University.

Being involved with other aspects on campus, you are increase the chances to meet new people (who could become great contacts within your career field), realize a better suited career path or to just have fun.

There are many ways to enjoy the full college experience – make sure you do.