Why yes, yes I did. Got an "A" in my (one and only) college class, (Comp 1) in college, too. But in THIS country, that and $2 will get you a bad cup of coffee in a cheap restaurant.
The best thing was the comment from the teacher, though...who rode our butts HARD...
"Ms Karen! It has been an honor having you in my class."
I told her the real honor was having her for a teacher who made me realize of the potential I had...