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What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

Taylor

If I could go back in time and speak to my high school self, I would probably tell myself to try and take a little bit more extra credit. With the extra credit, I could have been valedictorian or salutatorian. Other than that, the only other advice I could give myself in high school would be to not stress out so much and keep up the good hard work you usually do. There really wasn’t much room for improvement. I had a fun time in high school while being able to maintain good grades. I actually did end up graduating third in my class. I would also tell myself to try to find a way to maintain contact with my high school friends. We ended up drifting apart to different schools, and I also tended to spend time with students a year below me or above rather than spending time with those in my own grade. I do see the people I hung out with occasionally and text them sometimes, but I would really love to see them more and have special days for the whole group to meet up together.

Amanda

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, knowing what I know now about college life and making the trasition, I would definitely give myself some useful advice. There is just one thing that I would need to tell myself... "Listen to your mother. She's always right." My mother has always given me the best advice, but I have always failed to acknowledge that and take her advice. I would leave myself a detailed list of all the advice my mother has given me over the years, along with the results of my failure to act on her advice. In addition, I would make sure I provided myself with an account of all of the valuable lessons I've learned over the years, as a result of neglecting my mother's advice, and how they've made me who I am today. I know that everything happens for a reason, and I need to make sure that I won't miss out on any of the lessons I've learned because I didn't "listen to (my) mother" and acknowledge that "she's always right".

Kate

Hey Kate, you made it! I know you are excited about starting your freshman year but you are about to face a big obstacle this year. The most important piece of advice I want to give you is to look after your mental health. You see, you're going to have mood swings, something that you've never experienced before. At first you're going to write them off as something that you can handle by yourself. I am here to tell you that you need to seek out help immediately. What you don't know is that near the end of first quarter you are going to have a manic episode. It's the onset of your bipolar disorder. It was too late by the time you did decide to get help and you had to drop out. Now your back in your hometown, taking courses at the community college. But maybe it doesn't have to turn out that way. There are resources on campus you can use, like the conseuling center, which has professional therapists and a psychiatrist who can prescribe you the appropriate medicine. Remember, your education is important but so is your health. Protect it.

Chelsea

Countless times I’ve heard, “You never know how much you have until it’s gone.” If only I had understood how true this statement is while in high school. Having gone through my first semester of college, there is definitely one major piece of advice I wish I could’ve told myself during my last year in high school; spending time with family is more important than anything. If I had known how hard it is to be away from them in college, I would’ve treasured my time with them so much more. Having grown up in a household with my younger brother and sister where “family time” is stressed, you start to think it’s over-rated. During my senior year, I distanced myself from my family, spending more time with friends rather than enjoying time with them. I thought the sooner I detached myself from my family, the easier it would be to leave the next fall. But if I were a senior in high school and received advice from myself from the future stressing the importance of appreciating time spent with my family, I would not be realizing now how much I missed out on.

Stephen

Upon my completion of my first semester as a freshman at Anderson University , I came upon an epiphany that changed my life. I may not have a deep perception of college yet, because I have only completed one semester, but I now realize that if you want to achieve a goal in your life, then you must commit and dedicate all of your efforts and capabilities to strive for your goal. I have wanted to become a nurse since my grandmother dedicated forty years of her live to help assist and care for people she did not even know. Since then I have a passion to care for others and dedicate myself to help out those who are in critical need. In high school I did not have to study and I got away with A's and B's. I also did not apply myself to my full potential... I learned perseverance, dedication, and application skills in my first semester at Anderson University. If I had the chance to go back in time and have a conversation with myself as a senior in high school, I would tell myself, "You want this to happen... Go and make it happen ."

Claudia

Always pack more toilet paper! If I could advise my younger self, this would be it. Toilet paper is one of the most underrated necessities for college. Not only is it needed in the obvious bathroom but as a nice reminder of home. Toilet paper is there when you have the inevitable breakdowns during midterms and finals week, it provides the comfort needed to control the stress. Also, it one of the most important items to stock up when you go back home for the holidays. Home is where students go to recover and be with their loving families. Toilet paper brings that memory back to students when they return to campus. It is there is their most difficult times and the most precious times from home.

Sarah

If I could go back and talk to myself as a senior in high school I would tell myself five important things; achieve better grades, apply earlier, seek out scholarships, go in for education and not nursing, and remember not to stress out. that everything will be okay. My senior year I hardly did any of these things. I set goals for myself but I did not raise the bar to my full potential. I could have studied harder and hung out with people less. I could have made my college decision earlier and made that my number one priority. I could have did what I am doing not, seeking out scholarships so there will be less debt afterwards. And I could have been calm throughout the whole ordeal. Though this process was very stressful I should have found the joy in a new beginning. I love it here and though I made mistakes my senior year of high school, I am now learning from them and am trying to live up to my full potential. I would even tell myself that though college seems scary that I am happy here and it is my new home.

Byron

Hey lol senior years here huh college is right around the corner and scholarships arent gonna fall on your lap. Go home and start looking for scholarships as soon as possible and sign up to as many as you can; its free money and will be big help. Theres thousands if not millions available for you and all you have to do is look them up. With the proper mindset and detemination youll soon find that paying for college is not something that you can not do. So unless you choose to find a way to pay for it yourself, i suggest you sign up to scholarship websites and start collecting money. Oh and dont forget to have fun

Alexis

If I could back in time as a high school senior i would have one main piece of advice i would have like to give myself. The advice i would give is to start looking for scholarships early in the year. I would tell myself not to wait until the last minute to try to get financial aid covered. It is very stressful to try and find scholarships this late in the year with school starting around the corner. I would tell myslef to be more prepared for the future and not to focus on the little things, but to to focus on the future and college. I should have spent more time with my guidance counsler talking about scholarships and grants instead of doing whatever i wanted to do. I would greatly honored if I was awarded this scholarship.

Stella

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to continue with my education immediately after graduation. After graduating, I decided to take a little time off, before going to college. Well, a little time turned into twenty-seven years. Currently, I am working on my BA. The truth is, I initially worked as an Engineer Assistant (without a degree). I was fortunate enough to get hands on training and promotions within the company. Unfortunately, fifteen years later, the plant closed, and I was laid off. Although I had several opportunities to interview with some prominent companies, I unfortunately did not have the asset to seal the position; a degree. Knowing what I know now, it very important to have a degree in hand. Do continue your education; it will definitely lay the foundation for your future. I feel transitioning between high school and college consecutively is truly a lot easier than going back after twenty plus years. Please do not omit this stepping stone in paving your way to success. My final words of wisdom, to my High School Self, “Knowledge is only Powerful, if you use it!”

Chasity

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself to be patient, manage my time wisely, study effectively and most importantly hang in there no matter how hard it gets. I attended college right after graduation in 1992 and did not follow any of this advice. I quit after my second year because I was not doing anywhere near as well as I did in high school and I had no support or encouragement from family or friends. Many years, two children and a divorce later I find myself working on my degree yet again. This time I have followed my own advice, learned to study effectively and have had no choice, but to be organized and be able manage my time effectively. I am constantly advising my children as well as my youngest sister about the importance of setting goals and how necessary it is to get a college education. You can always change your major, but it is so much harder to

Shiheem

If i could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior i would say that my first priority was to learn what options were. I wouldnt need to be in a rush to choose my lifes work. What i need to do is discover what i like and have a passion for and this it will be easier to pick a major as you go into college. I would also tell myself to start applying for all the scholarships that area available to me, so as i go on through college there will not be any struggling to meet tuition requirements. Because your mom will go through three heart attacks and having to worry about financial aid and tuition is not good for her health so the scholarships will take a big load off her back. Also when the summer is close to ending after you graduate dont get so worried about making friends because you will meet some great people who will be your friends for life. Another big thing that i would tell myself is to WORK HARD AND STUDY! That is very important! Work to keep above a 3.0 every semester.

Julia

Dear High School Self, You are overwhelmed right now, I know. You have no idea what you want to get a degree in. You think you want to go as far from home as possible. The college search seems nearly impossible, because there are simply so many schools! You don't think you can cut it as an artist, so you don't think an art degree is worthwhile. You're not sure about leaving all your high school friends and starting over. You don't really know who you want to be in college. Take a breath. Stop freaking out. Pick a small college. You've only ever been in small schools, and you just can't handle a huge school. You like community. You like knowing people. A school where you won't see any of the same people isn't right for you and you know it. You make friends easily. You know that, but don't get lost in your easy going attitude. Look for people who will invest in you, and invest in them. Most importantly, pray. Trust God, and know that his plan is better than your own. You're going to love college.

Robert

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior there are a lot of things that I would say, so choosing the most important would be difficult. After giving it some thought I think I'd look at myself and say this, "Start being a man." Let me explain. As a high school senior I was given everything I needed to succeed. My parents woke me up every morning, fixed me breakfast, and made sure I did all of my work. When I got to college I was in for a rude awakening. My first semester I did horribly and lost all of my scholarships because I was more concerned with what I could do to have fun than being a successful student. I would look myself in the eye and remind that foolish, irresponsible, young man that he needed to start growing up, be more responsible, understand what priorities are most important in life. So simply, I'd tell myself as a high school senior to grow up and start being a man.

evelyn

Evelyn, you don't need Financial Aid while at Hancock, save it for when you go to the UC. Get a job and get experience first!

Sam

"You can't do it alone." I know, I know, it's unpopular to state that you are dependent on other people, but it's true. When you get to college, there will be a plethora of people willing and able to help you along the way. Be it friends, counselors, professors, hall-mates, or staff members, there will always be someone there to aid you, if only you let them. It is not weakness to understand when you need help, and it is not foolishness to be aware of the assistance that is before you. What is foolish is spurning the advice and support of others merely because you are too prideful to understand that getting help is not a sign of frailty. Be open to the opportunities that lie before you. Be willing and grateful to accept the help of others. Who knows? Maybe one day you'll be the one on the other end: helping incoming freshmen find their on campus, encouraging the stressed-out peer, or guiding the undergraduate to the right graduate program. Allow yourself to be blessed and, in turn, bless others.

Diamond

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Mykal

Mykal, seriously? Out of all of these girls, you know that none of them will be the same place you are 7 years from now. Just give up trying to know all of the ladies and stick to the books and baseball. Mykal, are you insane? Never argue with a teacher just because she said something that was dumb to you. You never know if she will be the one who can write you an amazing job recommendation letter. She/He may even know your boss! Mykal, are you really that lazy? How much effort does it take to not fall asleep in class? I mean, I know it can be monotonous at times, but all knowledge is power. You never know what you missed while you were slobbing on one of the desks. The teacher could have given the date for a major test, given a clue to tomorrow's test that will cause studying to be a piece of cake, or they could have completely cancelled the test! And you would know none of this. Mykal, common sense man. Always ask some one how they are doing with a sincere smile. You may have just made their day.

Ayana

Dear high school senior Ayana, Beware of taking on more than you can handle. Manage your time wisely because if you don't you'll find yourself knee deep in papers and projects which, believe me, is not fun at all. Now, knowing your love for theatre you'll try to take on many theatre projects. This is not such a bad idea but make sure you can handle that and your schoolwork as well. Don't even think about getting a job, that is completely out of the question. You see how busy you are with theatre and dance in high school, imagine that in college and with a job; I don't think so my dear. Be careful of your tendency to be lazy and not want to do your school work. That will mess up your GPA in a split second believe me I've been there and it's not something you want to endure. Also you will come in contact with people you will not be too fond of, keep your cool and keep it moving. Well those are my words of wisdom and I hope you heed these warnings. Sincerely, wiser and smarter Ayana

Mariah

I would tell myself that even though you are told that you can slack off your senior year of school, don't listen! The best thing to do is to raise your gpa to as high as you can get it. This helps with applying for some scholarships. I also would have told myself to start applying for scholarships as a senior instead of waiting until I am a registered student of the college. This would aid in the struggle to pay for tuiiton and student loans!

Chelsea

I would tell my high school self a few things. Firstly I would warn myself of the dangers of the freshman fifteen and the importance of eating healthy despite a hectic schedule. I was constantly on the go on and in between classes it was all too easy to swing by and grab a coffee and a donut from the Java City on campus. However my dietary choices soon caught up with me leaving me five pounds heavier and fatigued. I would also warm myself about the perils of procrastination. My first freshman semester was barely short of a catastrophe because I didn't plan ahead and completed assignments last minute. Not only would planning ahead have lightened my work load but it would have also made my first semester much less stressful. The final bit of advice I'd give my high school self is to have fun and embrace the college experience. College isn't just about the diploma but about the people you meet and the memories you make with them.

Channin

I would tell my self to become more involved in student activities and not to focus on one group. Also to work alittle harder it makes all the difference.

Lucilla

The advice I would give my high school self would be: "If you fail to prepare, you prepare to fail". As a student in school you lack awareness of the financial demands being independent and transitioning into the adult world acquire. There is no more coach, or mommy and daddy holding your hands for your new responsibilities that will be set before you.( Especially for those students going out of state). I would scream at the top of my lungs to my high school self telling me to PREPARE FOR THIS WORLD. Take all the AP Courses you can so that you can save money for your college courses!Choose your school carefully! Get involved! Don't give up! Figure out which school you want to attend in accordance to your families budget so you don't have loads of debt after school! And most importantly: APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS! :)

Sarah

Looking back, I would tell myself that grades really do matter. Good grades lead to many things, for example, scholarships. Your college and state want to reward you financially for the hard work you have put in over the years. And ultimately, the gift brings a priceless smile to your parents face. It is important to remain on good terms with your parents. Being away from home, I wanted to know that I could pick up the phone and call them for any reason. The summer before I went to college, I realized how much they do for me and how great their sacrifices are for my brother and I. While they make these sacrifices because they want me to be happy and successful, it is important they know they are greatly appreciated. A lesson you must learn in high school is that it's important to save your money and be wise on how you spend it. When you are on your own in college, mom and dad aren't there to tell you how to handle money. Save it so you are able to buy what you need, and also have the freedom to do fun things.

jeanne

I would first tell myself have confidence and that college is not as hard as I think it is. In addition, I would remind myself that all I need to do is to stay focused and get as much help as I can in order to attain my goals and dreams of graduating with a buisness degree. I would also tell myself that I am a lot more intelligent than I thought and with hard work and determination I can over come any obstacles that come my way!

Ashton

If I could go back in time I would tell myself to save all of my money from work and not spend any of it because I would need it to pay for school. Study every second possible. It isn't easy and you won't get help from anyone. Living on campus is a mistake so don't do it. Books are expensive but you need them so don't go first semester without books. If you save the money you'll be able to afford them. Look online for your books. You might be able to find them cheaper.

Morgan

If I could go back and talk to myself , I would tell myself to try harder senior year. A lot of seniors decide to "slack" off their last year and have fun. I've never been a student that has had to try hard to receive passing grades. School has come easy to me and I always pass with little effort. As I prepare for college I know that just getting by and receiving passing grades is not acceptable. The next four years I am going to have to work hard and make excellent grades in order to become a nurse. I have to commit the information I learn to memory because it will be part of my job to know how to treat patients right! Trying harder my senior year would have helped prepared me for college. Learning the information from AP Biology would have also helped me in college instead of just remembering the information long enough to pass the test. If I could go back and talk to myself, I would tell myself that senior year in high school is not the end of it, there is still atleast another four years to my educational journey.

Megan

There is a lot of things you should know to prepare yourself for the upcoming challenges and obstacles that you are about to face. When you begin to open a new chapter in your life remember college is not all about meeting new people and being on your own. You will need to learn self discipline. College is nowhere as easy as high school. You are smart enough to accomplish anything if you set your heart and mind to it. Study a little each night, and do not wait until the last minute to finish assignments. Also, remember your professors are there to help you. Do not wait and ask for help until you are so far behind you cannot catch up. Each semester will fly by and exams will sneak up on you. Prepare yourself throughout the semester so you will be ready for exams. Last, but not least, know that this is a time for you to become who you want to be. This is your chance to shine. It is not going to be easy. There will be many road blocks you will have to work around, but always stay strong in your faith!

Adina

In high school the work was at times quite demanding, but it was always manageable. In college, however, the workload instantly seemed overwhelming. I remember the first time I became swamped with papers for every single class. I was frustrated, even angry; I allowed the assignments to defeat me for a few days, and I set them aside. The transition was shocking to me at that moment. It was the first time that I truly believed what everyone had been saying about college: "You think high school is hard, wait until college!" As a senior in high school I would have told myself to conquer those assignments head on instead of pushing them aside for those few days; I would have told myself that no matter how impossible it seemed to complete what was given to me, I needed to push forward with the mindset that I would receive an "A." I am thankful to say that I was able to change my attitude toward those particular assignments, and I did indeed make all "A's" that semester, and every semester since (except for Accounting 201, after which I immediately changed my major to Advertising and Marketing).

Andrea

When I started college back in 2001, I was under the impression that I was going to have all kinds of freedom. Why not? I was eighteen now and about to start college. I thought it was going to be great. But It wasn't long before I learned exactly what that freedom meant. No one was going to make sure I went to class or studied. It sounded so great at first but in reality, it was a much bigger responsibility for which I was not prepared. I got so caught up in the freedom that I never went to class, never prepared for tests, and failed out of college a little over two years later. I struggled for many years, regretting what I had done and wishing I had been more responsible about going to school. Thankfully, I went back in 2009 for my associates degree in paraplegal studies, and graduated with honors in 2011. So, If I could tell high school self one thing, I would say this: "College may offer you freedom, but with it comes a lot of responsibility. And if you don't accept those responsibilities, you will never get to enjoy your freedom."

Kristen

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself what a wonderful job I have done so far. I would remind myself of all that I have accomplished, but I would also remind myself of how expensive college costs. I would encourage myself to search for more scholarships. I would also remind myself to try my best in everything that I do, and I will succeed. I need to keep your goals in focus and keep a positive attitude. Also, keep a moral and nice attitude towards others. I would also remind myself to never take anything for granted and to cherish each moment because it could be gone in a blink of an eye. Stay focus and try your best!

Lauren

If I could go back in time and give myself advice while I was in high school, I would most definitely tell myself to work harder! Learning always came easy to me in high school, and I rarely had to study in order to make good grades. However, there were times when if I would have studied harder, I would've made better grades and possibly graduated a little higher in my class. I was extremely close to graduating in the top 6{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of my class. If I would've worked just a little harder, I might have graduated in the top 6{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} and I would have met the requirements for a full ride to school. I regret not meeting this requirement and I would do anything to go back and tell myself to work a little harder, I would definitely do that!

Sarah-Jane

As a college senior, I realize that fear has kept me from taking risks in college. If I could talk to my high school self, or any high school student who is making the transition into college, I would say it's very important to be honest and open with your academic advisors. Let them know your concerns about your major and the job market. My friends who had open communication with their advisors had less anxiety. Also, they had more connections to jobs and internships. Secondly, do not be afraid of mistakes. College is the perfect place to experiment with ideas. It is a semi-protected environment for you to try new things and fail if you have to. As long as failure equals learning, you are on the right track. Lastly, know who you are. Do not let grades define you. You have talents that will help others and fulfill you. If you are unsure about what your talents are, a college campus is the perfect environment to discover them through clubs and classes. Dare to dream big and do not let people, past mistakes, or even negative thoughts define your identity.

Jason

I would tell myself to apply for every scholarship you can apply for, not just the ones your local scholarships. I would also apply for grants if applicable. I would tell myself to fill out the FAFSA application as soon as possible. With the transition, I would tell myself the first semester is the hardest. Trying to fit in to a new city is very hard. Plus taking four college level classes adds a lot of stress to yourself because they're not your typical high school classes. I would also tell myself not to take any classes in the moring since I am not a morning person. I would tell myself to ask questions whenever possible about ANYTHING whether it be financial aid or even just a question in class.

Payten

Advice I would give myself is to never hold back on anything. Always give your 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} and never go on with life with regrets. Love the people in your life and even the ones that arnt. You never know what will happen and should live like its your last.

Julia

When you begin college, do not be afraid to jump into groups and make your opinions heard. Be audacious and be assertive! Show your new peers that you are more than just a college freshman. Have confidence and do not hesitate to make friends. Rather than hiding behind your academics, take the initiative to also learn from the experience of living more independently. Whenever possible, engage in the opportunity to create your own trails in this next step of your life as you begin the process of developing into a responsible adult. Act and be the change you wish to see on campus. Though your actions may seem small, their initial ripple can move large waves of change. Push through the hardest moments and do not forget to smell the flowers every once in a while.

Jada

I would tell myself to look into more than just one college. Even though I started early in the process, I didn't give myself the opportunity to expand my horizon. I would deffinately tell myself to go for my dreams in going to California for schooling. That it won't be as easy as staying in the state, but it will be worth it. I would tell myself not to stress so much about the little thing and even when I find myself doing so; to just step back and smile and remember that there are more important things in life. I would remind myself that, although I am going to college to get my education, I need to have fun and be outgoing as well. To always believe that I can reach my goals if I stay organized, believe in myself, and actually except help from others when I need it. To remember that it's okay to work hard just as long as I don't completely over load myself to the point past exhaustion. I need to remind myself of my own personal motto: "that it's better to regret than to wonder."

Rachel

If I were to give anyone advice or myself, I would say to always study and to try your best in every class. Also to be outgoing and get involved with many activities!

Rachel

A time-machine would not be wasted on me, not that I am unsatisfied with my high school carreer; but simply that I wish there were a few things I realized. In high school I was shy to really be myself, however, I always thought I was out-going and shared my thoughts and opinions with my eleven classmates. Looking back on my times in high school I see that, indeed, I had a blast and I truly loved and now miss my classmates. Now I wish I had really been outgoing and gotten to know them even better. At the 2010 graduation of The King's Academy twelve students left to the tune of pomp and circumstance. Our small class of twelve deemed each other family, I have only kept in touch with two. I cannot help but think that if I had "put myself out there" more my bond with my high school family would have been even stronger and harder to break.

Emily

Miss High School Senior,It will be okay. You do not have to have all the answers now. Not knowing for certain what you want to do does not mean that you are under qualified for anything. Take your time in making decisions. These decisions about where to go to school and what to study belong to you alone. No one else can or should make them for you. Go to the university you want to go to. Do not let anyone or anything stand in your way. Also, do not feel like you owe anyone an answer.Your parents say you can be anything. Believe them, and try. Do not wait for a final, end-all decision to be made before you decide to try.Blessings,Miss College Junior

Heather

If I could have one “do- over” in life I would go back and make myself understand how important my childhood was. I was in such a rush to become an adult that I feel like I missed out on being a child. Now I try to stress to my daughter to relax and enjoy being a child because there are responsibilities that come with becoming an adult. I also tell my daughter the importance of school. I regret waiting so long to go back to school. I wish I had started college straight out of high school. We all have regrets in our lives. We wish we could have a “do-over”. If we are able to erase a regret it would erase a part of who we are today. Every decision we make in life shapes who we will become.

Rachel

If I were to go back in time and speak to my high-school-senior-self, I know exactly what advice I would give. In general, during my freshman year, I was less involved than I could have been. Many opportunities to enrich my knowledge and friendships passed by because I allowed them to. Looking back, I am struck by how much time I spent by myself. I could have spent that time much more wisely by getting to know my friends on a deeper level. I could have also spent much more time increasing my knowledge and cultural understanding by attending more lectures, concerts, and study sessions. While I did have many wonderful experiences and make several dear friends, I look back and wonder if it could have been and even richer time. I would love to go back in time and ask myself, "Will you be content with yourself and your solitary pursuits this coming year? Or will you live fearlessly and be willing to grow at every opportunity?" If I had the chance, I would definitely encourage my high-school-senior-self to step out more and seize every chance to enrich her knowledge and friendships.

Brittany

"Hey Girl, Calm down, im you 3 years from now. First of all you know better than to let DISTRACTIONS keep you from going to class. I mean what were you thinking, yeah that one guy did have really cute eyes, but im letting you know now, HE WAS NOT WORTH IT! Remember that school is very important and your teachers think very highly of you so there is no reason why you shouldnt go to class. Oh yeah and remember to ALWAYS do you homework, trust me it will help in the long run. College is nothing like high school, there is so much more freedom, DO NOT , I REPEAT DO NOT abuse that freedom! Oh and dont be in shock, high school was easy but college is very difficult, but you can do it, trust me i know! Your a very smart girl, dont let anyone tell you that your not. Remember to stay true to yourself and always smile cause not everything is easy! OH and one more thing, girl get into yoga or something because your stress level became ridiculous, look im breaking out! I love you! See you in three years, in the mirror!"

Taylor

Don't be afraid to interact with people that are not like you. Don't hold on to friendships that are draining. These are not goign to have to be your friends forever. You will make better ones late. Love learning and soak up everything you can but don't be a fraid to have fun. There are not a lot of years of being a goofball left. Try not to procrastinate although I know you still will. Don't care what others think about you. That is their business. Unless you are hurting people, or acting immorally, don't change who you are. Stay on course and centered in your faith in the good times, so when bad times come, you have back-up and you are a little more prepared. And have faith in the work you are doing at your school. You are leaving a legacy there with the clubs you have started and all you can do is plant the seeds, water it a little, and step back and let God do the rest. And you will make it through High School. I promise!

Jessica

As they say, hindsight is 20/20, and talking to my senior self would be no different. The first bit of advice I would give myself would be to not take high school forgranted. It might seem like it is a lot of work to take courses in high school that will transfer to college credit, but it makes your college workload easier. I would also tell myself to make sure that I take recognition of the comments that teachers make on my work, because a lot of that transpires to the grading in college. Also, it would be a good idea to pay attention to my weak spots and make sure that I work on them. I would also advise that I learn new study techniques and techniques to stay organized because that has been such a problematic area for me. Overall, I would tell myself to live my senior year with no regrets and to take the time to appreciate my family and my youth, because too soon after my senior year, my mother died and it took such a toll on my schoolwork.

Savanna

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high schoo senior about what I know now about college, i would definitely say that i should study as often as I can to keep the grades up high. I would also say that there is time for friends and a time to study, andto never forget about your family. And the most important thing is to always keep God first in every thing you do. It will definitely get you far in life.

McKenzie

College life didn’t seem that much different than high school life, but there were some things that I could’ve done better back then. Getting rid of clothes I don’t wear would’ve been wonderful advice for starters. But, more seriously, I should have listened to my teachers when they said everything is about the presentation. I could have the worst story in the world, but if I told it well, it’d turn into a masterpiece. Presentations in high school were a joke. I showed up in jeans and a t-shirt, read off my notecards, and sat down. College? Not so much. College required all the advice that went in one ear and out the other from my teachers. I had to learn to dress nice and to present myself like everything I had to say was vitally important to my listeners. For college, it was a hit and miss deal, but if I’d listened to my teachers in high school lecturing about how to be professional, I wouldn’t have to miss. I would’ve hit those presentations dead-on. If I could go back, I’d learn to make masterpieces to begin with.

Christina

When you start classes, the most important thing to remember is to connect with your professors and peers. Making these relationships can help you greatly when looking for help academically and personally. Also, time management is a key ingredient to success in the classroom. With classes, studying, work, and a personal life, it is all about juggling your schedule. It is vital that you make time to relax, but are also aware of how many tasks you need to complete and what time constraints you are under. Know your deadlines. Deadlines are extremely important and missing one could cost you your grade or even your financial aid. Learn to take good notes in class and always ask for extra opportunities to help with your grade and learning. Different professors have different expectations so pay close attention to the class syllabus that will be given out the first day of class. Make sure you become involved in the community and take advantage of club opportunities and events on-campus. Getting involved outside of class will help make your college experience more enjoyable and memorable.

Jacqueline

I would tell myself “Paige, college isn’t easy, just because high school was doesn’t mean college will be.Take your time with thing and do chapel at the beginning of the semester. “

Kimberly

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, one of the key pieces of advice that I would give myself regarding making the transition into college life would be to get involved early on. Getting involved in activities and clubs on campus helps to make the transition much easier. You are able to meet people and make friends that have common interests much easier and much quicker. I would also tell myself to focus more on what I'm learning and maintaining it than the grade that I am making. While grades are very important for college applications and scholarships, really learning the material is what is going to help in the long run. In high school, it is easy to get bogged down with just making the grade and just learning the material for the test and then forgetting it. In college, however, the material is what is really going to help you later on in life as opposed to the grade.