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I have gotten out of my college experience so far many things but the one thing I can say stands out the most for me the interaction with peers. I normally spent all my time in the library during grade and high school and then after high school I spent my time at home with family or at the local public looking for another book to read. But with college I have been able to step out of my shell more I now have study groups and people from each of my classes that I talk and hang out with after school. I am also more vocal about my opinions in class if I have a question about something the teacher is lecturing about I raise my hand normally I would have sat there and wondered in silence eventually getting it in the end on my own. So because of this wonderful college experience I have learned speaking up more really makes things easier in the long run and having friends to help out and talk to is spectacular too.

The most that I have gotten out of my college experience is the ability to know that I can rely on myself to get me through the most difficult situations. Financially I have learned to be responsible and not spend my money irrationally. I learned this the hard way my first year when I got my first financial aid disbursement. I did get through that and hope to not be in the predicament again. Also, academically I learned more about my ability to learn. During my first two years I "learned how to learn" and I realized how I learn best and in what environment. I realized how to balance my time and get most things done. For me it is valuable to attend college because I like knowing how things work in the world. Concepts in physics and other classes can be seen in the real world and it is a gratifying feeling to know the theory and applications behind it. I want to continue learning because it is passion and it is my drive in wanting to help people now and later on in my career.

Attending Cal Poly has allowed me to grow as an individual. I feel that I am more responsible and competent due to my college experience. I have been required to figure out how to successfully live on my own and make important life decisions, and my experiences at Cal Poly have made me confident that I am able to do these things well. I feel that I am learning the subject matter for my major, as well as important life skills. Also, I love Cal Poly's "Learn by Doing" motto because the school truly follows it and allows its students to learn by doing hands-on work. For me, the experiental learning I have acquired during my time at Cal Poly, through internships, role-playing, and group work, have be extremely helpful in allowing me to figure out where I want my career to head in the future.

I have not yet attended college, I am currently enrolled to begin in August.

Yes i am. I have just started a 2-year community college this summer 2010. i am very excited and very determined. I have a 4 month old son. I am a single parent. I want to set a n example for my son. Returning back to school i know that i will be farthering my education while also preparing myself for a better job. To make more money.

My college experience has been fantastic so far. I am a freshman in college and am persuing a career in psychology which is my major as well. I take pride in everything that I do, that goes for my education as well. School is very important to me because that is the outlet thats going to take me out of the situation that I'm in, and make me a successful woman and mother so to speak. I am a single mother of an 8 month old baby boy, and he is my motivation for moving in a positive direction in my life. I believe my college experience and education all in all is very valuable because it's going to be a tremendous influence on my son. As a child I never had a parent that I can ask for help while doing homework because I didnt understand something. Education is an important aspect of my life because in the near future when my son understands things, he's going to know that he can always ask me for help. I want to educate myself so i can be the best i can be for my son.

I have learned more outside of the classroom than in it at Cal Poly. I have learned to live indepedently and decide my own future. While I have noticed many faults about Cal Poly as a university, it has still provided me with an invaluable experience and successfully transititioned me into independence, maturity, and adulthood- three qualities I definitely did not posess before going off to college. This university offers many career opportunities for those wishing to pursue Architecture or Engineering degrees. Unfortunately, I was not one of those people, and instead was forced to rely on faculty and staff relationships to direct me to future career choices. I found this to be a positive factor in my college development, however, as I was able to interact with many amazing professors in the liberal arts department who changed my worldview in ways i never could have received if I was only searching for career advice from Engineering or Architecture faculty. I have developed both personal and professional relationships that I am proud of at Cal Poly, and hope to use my experiences here to succeed in whatever future career I decide to pursue.

"Learn by Doing," Cal Poly's school motto really says what students will get from attending school there. I have really learned the material from my classes from the many labs that each class has. Many schools just lecture students about the theory of the material they learn. At Cal Poly though, students listen to a lecture and then actually do the subject material in the lab. In my welding class at Cal Poly, we learned the thoery behind welding and how it is important for engineers to know the different types of welding and how each can be done. Most schools would stop here but not my school; we were sent into the lab and fro ten weeks did most types of welding to really understand the welding process and how engineers can use welding in their careers. I do not feel that I could get the same experience from any other school. California Polytechnic State University at San Luis Obispo really stays true to its "Learn by Doing" motto. I have learned a lot at this institution and would recommend it to any student who is interested in actuallly learning the material they hear in lecture.

A good reason to attend Cal Poly SLO or any other univeristy is to experience a different life style. Living on your own helps you grow and become a more dependent person. I was never instructed to buy my books, sign up for classes, apply for scholarships or even go to my classes. I did this all on my own. I realized that the only person that I would be hurting was mysekf, In order to pass all my classes I would need to go to class everyday and try to study with friends in order to better understand the concepts presented that day. Another reason for attending Cal Poly was due to its reputation for being a great engineering school.

For many people these days college is the only option. Without a college degree it is hard to make a resonable living. Atleast thats what I think. After graduating high school I was going to college not because I wanted to, but because I felt like I needed to so that I could get a decent job making decent money. I have been attending college for almost two years now and I am very happy. I love college. I have learned some much more than I ever thought I would. By attending college I am a more educated citizen, a better person, and I have more respect for people who attent college. For me the value of college is priceless. Without college I would not know as much as I know now. College is preparing me for the real world of work.

The independence that I've gained from moving away from home has been very valuable. I knew even before I was considering any colleges that I needed to leave home and attend a place where I wouldn't have all of the luxuries that I constantly enjoyed there. I was very carefree in high school; I didn't put much consideration into what it would mean to live without my parents' support and I wasn't very motivated to find out. I had a comfortable life and I was taken care of, but I knew that I wouldn't always be able to live like that, and college was the opportunity that I needed to realize the importance of taking the initiative and learning how to look after myself.

Through my college experience, I learned to become a better student. Because of Cal Poly's challanging program, and through the teaching, guidance and experience of my professors I learned more about myself and my needs as a student, developed successful study skills and habits, as well as developed a clearer idea of my professional interests and goals.

I have gotten out of my college experience that college is very tough. If you want to be successful you have to stay commited to what you are doing and work hard. Although college can be tough at times you have to push though it, and see the light at the end of the tunnel.

I've learned a lot about journalism since I started college, and I feel much more prepared to start a career. College is a great learning experience for more than just academics. I've learned how to live on my own, doing things like cooking, paying bills, and taking care of myself. It's also a great place to meet people, make friends, join clubs, and travel abroad. I have learned valuable life lessons as well as skills to be a successful journalist.

I have learned about myself in ways that I have not yet imagined. I was able to crawl out of my shell that I had lived in for so long and was able to prosper in this new environment. There are enough people on campus to find someone to hang out with, discuss lecture topics, and to just have fun. Even though I have only attended Cal Poly for a quarter and a half, I feel that the experiences and the knowledge that I have gained have proved to be invaluable in current times and for the future. I was able to find my own niche and to bask in the relaxed atmosphere of people who are there to learn and to have a great time doing so. In the beginning, I was not so sure if this college would be right for me, but now I am absolutely positive that it is perfect for me. I can't imagine myself studying anywhere else.

College has changed me. I was once an ignorant girl who thought she knew what life was about. I hadn?t seen California, the state I live in. I didn?t know most of it was green. I thought there were a lot of Los Angeles cities scattered though out it. College has open my eyes to the world, I now realize that the world doesn?t revolve around me, but that I'm part of the world that is always changing. Every day I learn something new at CalPoly. CalPoly is the best thing that could have happened to me, and it has completely changed the way I think and view the world. It has also showed me a lot of aspects of life and personal growth I never could be seen or achieved. It hasn?t always been easy (the college experience) I had to learn how to learn, how to be a good student, how to manage my money, but at the end it pays off. Sometimes I think if I just leave it, then I won?t have to deal with it, but dealing with it (school) is the reason why I get up every morning.

The most important thing an incoming freshman should remember is to become involved and do it as soon as you enter college. At my school we have a weeklong orientation program for freshman that help them adjust to like in college, but the program offers it in a fun, non-threatening, and alcohol free atmosphere. This is vital to freshman success because freshmen are able to meet other people and become involved in the community and the school. This is the most important way to make the best transition to college. Freshman should always do orientation programs if offered, and they should also join at least one club or activity that interests them because then they meet people with similar interests and beliefs as them that can be a support group. It also gives a freshman belonging and a place at the college. The most important thing is to become involved because then the transition is easier.

If I could go back, I would not focus on telling myself to meet everyone I can and live life to the fullest. The advice I would give myself would be to have high self-esteem and be comfortable with my body. I matured at a very young age, so I was harassed in school and was given unwanted attention from both guys and girls. In high school, I had terribly low self-esteem and I would constantly put myself down. I was self-conscious about everything on my body; my breasts were too large, my toes were too long, my hands were manly. By my freshman year of college, it got so bad that my boyfriend threatened to break up with me. I, too, was sick of my low self-esteem. The next day, I started to write a list about all the things I loved about myself?my curly hair, my green eyes, my nose?and the list went on and on. From that day forward, I changed. I went through a revelation and transformed myself into a confident and comfortable young woman. And to make it a fairy tale ending, I am still with my wonderful boyfriend.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell my reluctant self to take that computer class at the other school despite the inconvenience of getting there. I would tell myself that Mom is not the convenient taxi I have come to rely on. What I really need to do is get my bike fixed to get myself to that class. I need the exercise anyway. And maybe with more exercise I would take fewer naps and that would in turn help me adjust my sleeping schedule at night. ?Staying up late will really cause you problems!? is what I need to shout at my old self. In taking that computer class, I could open my eyes earlier to a world that I now know I will really enjoy and I won?t have to spend any of my college time regretting what I didn?t do in the past. If my old self had been more motivated, I could have been farther ahead on the programming learning curve than I am now. "With the simple use of a calendar, you can balance everything you want to accomplish".

There is so much to take advantage of in high school. What was seemingly hard isn't remotely as difficult as what is experienced in College. Solidifying basics in Math are the key to success in any math class here. Solidifying an efficient study program is what makes a successful student in college. Senioritis is ridiculus when thought about because it only allows you to think that college is any bit easier than high school. What a false statement that is. Nothing will ever be more difficult than what you will experience in college and you need to arm yourself against what you will experience while it is easy to do so.

Back then, I thought I knew it all; if only that had been true. I would tell myself to listen to the words of wisdom of others who have lived. They have experience, and they have insight. The reason that they are offering up their knowledge for my benefit is that they want me to be successful, happy, and well off. I could list dozens of opportunities and situations where I thought I knew the right answer. I thought I knew exactly what I want. Looking back, the pearls of wisdom that others shared with me should have been given more consideration. However, I try not to live life with any regrets. I now truely appreciate the advice of others and hope they continue to offer it.

I would have taken the time to meet with more people in the industry that I was pursuing to enter. I thought I knew exactly what I wanted to do, but at the same time had no clue what that would entail. My parents were both college grads in somewhat successful jobs, but they were never interesed in climbing a ladder of success, they were happy just where they were. It is easy for me to also feel this way in my current job, but I know that I am not where I thought I would be now, as when I was in the middle of my college career. It is important to realize things such as benefits, job security, geographic location, etc. I believe that networking with the right people is one of the most important things I learned along the way. In order to meet people within the agricultural industry you must be around those who are the most involved. This included staying involved on campus, but more importantly, to be involved in some way with the people you would like to work with someday. These people will later be your advocate for a job down the road.

I would love to be able to go back, grasp my past self firmly by the shoulders, and give maybe a little bit more than a gentle shake and say: "Calm down, it's OK. You're going to make it." I worked so hard in high school, I never truly allotted any time for fun. Looking back, I realize how important those years were to my development and I wish I would have taken the time to observe and enjoy the world that so quickly passed me by. I would be sure to tell myself to keep working hard, because all my efforts got me here to Cal Poly, but to make sure to take the time and enjoy that period in my life and what was next to come. I would also remind my past self that its going to be hard at first, everything will be so different and its going to be a little scary, but it will change, you will make great friends, find your stride and in the end, you will succeed.

Go for it. Make the tough choice. Err on the side of risk and faith. You may be afraid of the cold, but you will love the four seasons. You may be scared of the city, but the city has a niche for everyone. You may be uncomfortable with dorm life, but your future bridal party may just live a few doors down the hall. You may be worried about the cost, but you will appreciate the intimacy of a small school and there will always be scholarships available. You may be nervous about the competition, but you have been preparing yourself for this challenge for the past four years. You want peers who question your ideas and excite your intellect, are passionate about what they do, and help you make the most of college. You have longed for these challenges and risks since you were little. Don't lose sight of your goals. Don't forget to pursue what you love. Don't trade in opportunity for security. Your life should err on the side of risk and faith.

Matt, I am your future self, listen to my advice about the college transition. The senior year can be very relaxing academically, but make sure you continue to work hard each day in your studies because you must do so in college to stay current on your material and do well in each class. There is no room for getting behind in the college classroom. As far as the transition into independent living goes, two general rules will help you: 1) now that you call the shots, don't go carzy with the freedom, and 2) every other freshman will be in the same boat so make good friends who can relate and help you out. Trust me, you will have an abundance of freedom, but stay in control. The quickest way to lose out on your amazing college experience is to take advantage of the freedom and lose yourself, and your academics that got you there. Also, it will be incredibly easy to make friends, so make sure you find ones that will truly be a great influence and have similar lifestyles. Times can get hard learning to live on your own but great friends can make it easier!

Dear Self: College. Uni. Your new life. Whatever you want to call it - it will be your new home for the next four years (or however long it takes you to graduate). As a senior in high school, you are ready to leave home. You want to be liberated by the freedom of 8-3 school days and the confines of home. And you definitely will be. You see, I know that you aren?t outgoing or an extrovert, but you have to try new things. Try as much as you can, no matter how embarrassing it may be. Don?t stay holed up in your room all the time. What fun is that? Call or text people to get together. They want to be social just as much as you do. Go to the gym. Join clubs. Soak in the sun. Read a book under a tree. I have done all that and I am am pleased to say that I am not disappointed in my choices. Congrats on getting into college. Now, decide what you really want. Shoot for it. Give it all you?ve got. Also, don't procrastinate! It sucks!!! Good luck, Your future self :D

do your best as you can and if it gets to hard, picture it like a chellenge in life that you want to succeed

If I went back in time to when I was a senior, I would have told myself, to be perpared to become an adult. You will have many choices that you will need to make on your own. It will be all up to you, on what you want to do for now. You will have times when you feel lost and just want to go home, but that feeling will eventually go away. You just need to keep your head in the books and avoid the partying. You will have plenty of time to do that after you graduate or during your free time. The last thing I would say is to Just Do Your Best.

My first thought would be to tell myself that even though you may be leaving your hometown friends and family behind, it doesn't mean that they stop being a part of your life. This separation simply means that it is time that you begin your own life and grow to be a person that they can be proud of. I would also like every other year in high school remind myself not to procrastinate, because college is extremely fast-paced and there is no room for laziness. Among these pieces of advise I would also have told myself about how to make the transition into the collegial world a smoother one. I would say to myself and others to make friends that have similar goals and that you have a lot in common with. I would also urge myself to be involved in things that are fun but that can also help you in the future to build connections that you may later need in your career. Lastly I would advise to look into everything about your college, and make a serious decision about where you're going and to never give up no matter what the circumstances are.

I would tell myself to keep on doing what I love to do most and not to worry about the future because the future is promising even if life doesn't seem like it's going right . I would tell myself to just be myself and to never give up because in the end it's always worth it. And the last thing I would tell myself is that the world is full of new and exciting things that are waiting to be discover, so always be open-minded.

If I was to go back to high school my senior year and give advice to myself I would definitely teach myself the word ?dedication". When I was in high I was preoccupied with baseball games and work. When it came to academically receiving grades, I know I could have done better. It is all about dedicating yourself into to something you love doing. I always have had a passion and baseball and engineering. I would most likely and for sure teach myself discipline to succeed in high school and transfer. I would not only tell myself to be disciplined, I would also be determined for what I would want and have no boundaries to receiving better grades in high school. The most important thing would be to take High School serious, like a job and to graduate with honors and other academic awards.

The one thing high school never taught me was how important others are to my own success. I wish I would have know that had I been more involved my freshman year, my transition into college would have been much easier. Those who end up being successful in college either have a talent for learning or have enough connections to make it through their college experience. As a third year, I am just now reaching out to classmates and really making the connections that I was too busy to make my first two years in college. If I had the chance to go back in time, I would tell myself, ?Slow down?enjoy this experience otherwise it will be gone before you know it.? Now that I have taken the time to get involved, my grades have improved dramatically and I am enjoying the college experience. It truly blows me away that it has been so long since I first walked up the steps to my dormitory, anticipating meeting the person I was going to share the next 10 months with. That person and the others I met in college have made me the success I am now.

If I were to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to, "Dream big and enjoy every second to the fullest. The next four years, or possibly more, are going to be some of the most memorable of your lifetime. But beware; the time flies by like a shooting star amidst the darkened sky. Though there is no telling what your future may hold, one thing is for certain. It is all in your hands. So be active, and get involved in school activities. If pressures burden you, seek help. When opportunities present themselves to you, seize them. Remember to always have pride in what you do, and most importantly, be yourself. "

At the outset of college I was still trapped in my reserved high school self. I eventually became who I wanted to be, but fIrst, I would tell myself, "Be exactly who you want to be, and find friends who are like you, who you like, who like the way you are. Don't be afraid to have tons of friends or a small group of friends. Do what suits you. Ask out girls, don't be afraid of what might not happen. Do things on impulse." These things come from things I took chances on in college which ended up benefitting me tremendously. Some of my best friends, greatest loves, and favorite moments came from taking chances, responsiblyISH of course. Secondly I would tell myself to be open minded. Don't assume anything. You don't have to try anything, but don't make uneducate judgements about any person/drug/sport/race/religion/anything. Last, in the spirit of graduating college, I would say to myself, "You NEED to study. However little work you did in high school is irrelevant. The most important things to do are :go to class, do your homework, and keep on top of studying.

LISTEN, LOVE and LEARN! You are going to be meeting a lot of people in these first weeks of college. The fall-back questions are: Name? Major? Hometown? But the small talk is going to get old real quick. My advice is that you genuinely get to know the people around you. Open up to the people you meet and they will feel comfortable enough to do the same. Once you get them talking, LISTEN to what your new friends share. A big part of college is LEARNing from people that may have views and passions that differ from your own. Not only should you surround yourself with people whom you respect and are inspired by, but you should also involve yourself in activities and clubs that you LOVE. A great deal of my education has been accomplished outside of the classroom so I want to encourage you to get started on extracurricular programs from the start. Finally, you are in college to go to class and LEARN. Take advantage of all the opportunities available to you. Get to know your professors. Do all of the reading. Take LEARNing the material into your own hands. LISTEN, LOVE and LEARN!

Stay focused on what's ahead. Don't waste time lingering on past mistakes or regrets. If you mess up don't beat yourself up for it. Every mistake is a lesson. Prioritize now. Seriously, USE YOUR TIME WISELY! Every week, every day, every hour counts and will be dearly missed if wasted. Procrastination=Failure. Whether or not the all-nighter you pulled was successful, you are beat the next day and lose out on any classes you attend if you attend them. So even if you get an A on that paper, you've just failed. You failed to take advantage of the knowledge imparted to you in every single class of the next day. Dance sing and laughter everyday. Share these joys, especially laughter, with others-make opportunities for laughter if need be. Remember, everyone is just like you - imperfect and can't read minds. Always remember what you have been given and what you have earned. Show appreciation to those whom it's owed. Hint: People appreciate the small gestures just as much. P.S. Be Happy. It takes very little effort and the alternative is too tiring and hard to do.

First off, I would tell myself to apply to more out of state and private universities. This is a wise decision because it opens up more opportunities. I would also tell myself to get ready for the quarter system because it goes by a lot faster than high school which means you have less of a chance to recover if you fall in academic performance. Prepare yourself for night classes, as they can be stressfull, and also be an outgoing person when you meet new people. Take the initiative to ask more questions and listen to get to know more people. I would also let myself know that knowing the class schedule system is wise, because most universities make you sign up for your own classes so be prepared with multiple schedules, and know which classes you need to take. One final thing is don't be scared to be a freshman again! The people in college operate on a whole new level of maturedness and most take the time to welcome you kindly.

The list of things that I should have done is endless. The top three pieces of advice that I would have given myself include the following. One, I should have taken more AP classes in high school so I could get credit for more classes and have open space to take electives at my college such as bee keeping or welding. Since I didn't take as many AP classes as I should have in high school, I don't have much space in my schedule for elective classes. Second, when I first came to my college I should have got involved in more clubs such as the lumberjack club or the scuba club. Lastly, I wish I was more prepared to have classes without busy work to buffer my grade, it takes some time getting used to classes with only two midterms, one paper, and a final to make up your final grade. Most importantly I would give myself the advice to be open to everything and try as many new things as I can since these are the best years of my life and I need to make the best of it and create forever memories.

I would tell myself to fill out as many grants and scholarships as i can because rite now i owe so much money to the school im at now. Also i would tell myself to pay attention to the teachers because its the same work here but in greater details.

First, apply to as many scholarship opportunities, there are more scholarships available to incoming students, that is students who are still in high school. Secondly, take it easy try not to take too much on your plate, you have plenty of time to try new things and do whatever you like, slow down and enjoy yourself a bit more. Third, keep on track and plan your college years, as it helps keep you focus on why you went to college in the first place. Fourth, make connections with your professors because they will be a great source of help on campus, especially those within your major. Fifth, do NOT procrastinate on your studies it is the worst possible thing you could do because the work will pile on especially on the quarter system as it progresses quite fast. Sixth, relating to keeping yourself focused, plan ahead and make yourself some study hours, it helps to keep up with the work. Seventh, don't fall into peer pressure, if fraternities and sororities aren't for you don't join because others do, there are certain things you may not want to do when you are pledging so think it twice.

After my first quarter of college, there are a few things I wish I had known as a high school senior. First of all, you get out of college what you put in it. It does not matter so much what school you go to, because the value of your education is entirely up to you. If you put forth the effort, you will learn just as much at a state school as an Ivy League school. It's much more about having the right attitude, the right mindset. Everything else follows that. Another thing I would tell myself is not to follow your friends to school. In other words, choose a school because that's where you want to be, not because three of your best friends are there. The thought off going off alone to college can be intimidating, but it's an exciting opportunity to meet people and make new friends. If you only hang out with your old friends, you will miss out. Lastly, new friendships take time. You don't have to meet your lifelong friends in the first week of college, and probably won't. But that doesn't mean they aren't there.

I would say to my high school senior self, "Do NOT be afraid. Be open-minded, patient, thirsty for knowledge, adventure, and experience. You will find a little bit of yourself through each opportunity you take, and it will make you into a person you want to be and are happy to be. Pursue what you love with hardwork, passion, and compassion and when you do, it will all work out in the end. With that said, Congratulations on graduating high school Lisa!!! Show the world what you're made for!"

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to work very hard and put my all into everything. That way, when I must make my decision of which school to attend, I have many windows of opportunity. I would also tell myself to explore different clubs and activities in high school so that I can better understand what I am passionate about. I would also tell myself to think of those things that mean the most to me on a daily basis and find a school the embodies that. I know that I often find myself setting goals while being spontanious; to find a school that has that would be a great fit for me and a place I can truly call my own. This applies to both the social and academic aspects. With friends, I would tell myself to be open and try to learn about others. The transisition is hard but many other people are also going though it and you all share something in common no matter how small.

Beg your parents if you have to to take you on a road trip around your state visiting campuses. The one I regret I have was choosing schools blindly based on reputation with out visiting campuses and towns. Although I love my campus and college town I would probably be somewhere else if I had simply seen other places. Remembe: it is important that the school is good and matches your needs and future aspirations, but you do have to live there for four plus years! So make sure where you end up attending is a place you love to be.

"Alison, be ready for the work load. There will be distractions and fun social things, but that is ALWAYS there. Your essay deadline is not. So buckle down when you need to, and don't be afraid to say no to watching a movie, to get some work done, and to get enough sleep. Now on the other hand, you have to put yourself out there. No one can read your mind, so speak up and introduce yourself, find people with whom you can work as well as have some fun. That way there can be a good balance of 'work and play'. You have a lot to share and so does everyone else; listen and wait your turn to tell your story, there will be a time. Be patient and hear others out. This is how you build a good support system with friends, which you will need for work and play. Keep exercising when you can; you will have an outlet to clear your mind. All in all, listen to your body and how you react in different environments; it will take time, but it is MOST important to learn how you personally work best to succeed."

Although I know it's a difficult transition, I would tell myself not to be so stressed out and enjoy the rest of high school becuase what is to come, now that's stressful. Also, I would take advantage of AP courses offered in high school. These classes may count towards credit at college and result in less courses you have to take, and who doesn't like less classes? I only took one AP class in high school and now think I should have taken more. Lastly, I would tell myself to truely keep in contact with high school friends because it's always nice to have someone who already knows me, to talk and de-stress myself. Following this advice would lead me to a smooth transition in college life.

I would find a major that would give me more economic advantage because you still have to go to school the same amount of time as one that pay less. I would look into the major more to what kind of jobs are available once I got the degree. I would have explored other majors before settleing on just one

If I could talk to myself as a senior in high school, knowing what I now know, I would have told myself to enjoy the time with my family while I could. I would tell myself to not be so eager to get out of town and to take full advantage of the opportunities that I had back then. I would go on to say that college is great, but to slow down and not want to grow up so fast. I should have gotten more involved and taken on more resposibility back then so I would have those work ethics with me when I first got to college, instead of learning them later on. Going to college is a complete wake up call to the real world; There is a much bigger world beyond high school and I just wish I was more prepared.

Take more advanced classes high school. Don't party as much in college.

College is a rediculous opprotunity to take your life in whatever direction you want. We get to choose between a plethora of interesting majors that prepare us for interesting careers in the world. While academics is a HUGE part of college, I believe people often take for granted the social side of things: you can be whoever you want to be in college. There are countless opprotunities to grow and learn through making new friends and having new expierences, and I believe its something that should be given some serious thought before and during college. Live, learn and grow!