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Get a job for starters! Study more and effectively, start projects/papers earlier, working consistently until the deadline. Stop procrastinating about things and get it done sooner. Communicate better with my teachers and definitely speak up in class even though my thoughts may have been expressed by another. Organize and time manage my daily schedule in a more efficient manner so I am not so stressed out about every little thing. Get out and socialize a bit more with friends when done with studying. Waiting until going to college to try to make it all work at once is a bad idea because it just creates more stress and everything begins to suffer! Challenge myself to try new and different things even though I really don't want to! College is a continuation of high school regarding classes and studies - just in a bigger campus setting. But, realize that parents won't be there to get you out of an academic jam or do your laundry, etc. - it's all on me! Take the time to experience as much as you can but also thinking about how it might work/apply to coursework/activities in college years.

Giving advice to you is going to be difficult because the decisions you will make about your college career will be very impulsive and sudden. After a year, you will not be happy simply being a lazy college student, so if you are still thinking of going to the Boulder College of Massage Therapy: do it! The transition is going to be terrifying and exhilarating. Buckle down and study hard because you will only get out of classes what you put into them. Money will be tight, but please don’t get discouraged; big things are on the horizon because of what you have already done. Instead of ruining the surprise of your future, I will just leave a few tips for you to remember as you make it through your first few college years: Ask lots of questions and explore what your professors are offering. Spend more time than you think you need to studying, but don’t let that interfere too much with sleep and spending time with friends, those are going to be really important to your health. And work hard for the future you want, but go with the flow when life gets in the way!

I would tell myself to be responsible and not get overworked. I would tell myself to be myself! That's the best way to make friends. Get involved in organizations that you are passionate about. Give generously of your time and talents- this is much more fulfilling than just asking what college can give to you. Take your time deciding on a major. Be a courteous roommate. Try some new activities, regardless of whether or not your friends sign up. If you have a question in class, ask it. Don't party on school nights. Say "hello" and "thank you" to the janitorial staff. Don't procrastinate if you can help it. Keep in touch with friends from high school. Call your parents every once in a while. Don't worry too much about the freshman fifteen, just make sure to be healthy. I would also tell myself to be humble and open to whatever God has in store for me.

Dear Nathalie, College is going to be a great experience for you! I know you are the first in your family to go to college, and it's something that scares you, but it is also something you should be proud of. If I could give you some advice, it would be this: never be afraid to ask questions, take advantage of every opportunity given to you, and always work hard in everything you do. It will be different at first, and you will be faced with many challenges, but don't worry, you'll make plenty of friends and you'll enjoy your time at college. Your college years will fly by, so make the most of them, study hard, and never be afraid to be yourself. Before you know it you will walk across that stage, and you will soon be one more Latina with a college degree.

College has been a difficult transition. Leaving your town, teachers, family and friends. It can be exciting to embark on a new adventure. If I could give myself a piece of advise before entering college life it would be : Perseverance, “There will always be successes and failures in life. Once this is understood, a person can be a true success in their own eyes and successful with whatever they wish to pursue.” I am hoping to carry this good quality forward in nursing and appreciate being considered for the the campus discovery scholarship.

I would tell myself to take as many classes as the high school would allow me. Also to make up the classes that I didn't do so well in during my other years of high school so that they wouldn't affect my college choices. I would also tell myself to apply for as many scholarships and grants as I could, and apply for them early, so that I wouldn't be having such a hard time with money as I am now. I would let myself know that there are a lot of problems with the community college system in California and to be prepared to have to take more classes and fill out more forms then expected because the colleges don't like letting you on campus when you've graduated from high school early. Most importantly, though, I would tell myself how much better college is than high school. You get so much more freedom and classes are more challenging. And that I'm going to have a lot of fun in college.

When I was in high school I recieved a full tuition scholarship for four years to any state school. . I attended four semesters of college on and off and stopped going because of anxiety and fincancial incapabilities. One day I was on vacation from my job looking on Craiglsist and saw an advertistment for a graphic novel artist. I did not know I would be signing a contract with producers. I also failed to mention that at this time I was in a very abusive relationship. I moved out of my mother's house to live with my boyfriend who I was desperately loved. It all happened around the same time, and I quickly stopped work on the novel. Things don't always work out the way you plan , but you have to adapt. If you take advantage of resources you have you can further your potential. In short, don't sit on the oppurtunities you have, because you never know when they are going to be gone. That is the advice I would give myself if I could go back and do it all over again.

That it is okay to be nervous to start something new and that everyone will be very friendly. STUDY A LOT when you get there because the classes are completely different then you are used to. Also do not be shy to make new friends and go out and do stuff, like join clubs and sports because they will be your friends for life. Just live life, enjoy the college years and study!

Get involved! Tryout for the football team, join a club, go to your Resident Assistant's dorkey pizza party. The purpose of continuing your education is to broaden your mind and prepare you for "the real world". But its also about the EXPERIENCE of being at school. Yes, it is important that you earn the best grade you can in all your classes but its equally important to develop your social skills as well. The friendships and connections you make those four years will be beneficial for the rest of your adulthood and in many cases your professional career!

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a senior in highschool I would start by telling myself to just take a deep breath and that is will all be fine. College is a great and once in a lifetime experience. It teaches you not only what you need to learn for your future job, but what it is like to be an individual and grow up on your own. Another aspect of college is that you meet so many different people from all around the world and they can become some of your closest friends. College goes bye in the blink of an eye and so cherish every good or bad moment you have because it is the place where you grow, experience, and start to shape out who you are and where you want to be in life.

If I could go back and tell myself anything about college life it would be prepare yourself to really learn who you are. Going into college I thought I knew myself and to an extent I did. However, there were many changes I saw within myself and it has caused me to grow tremendously as a person. The best way to really discover you is to engage yourself with the campus. Dive into the activities your school provides because those are some of the best expereiences you will engage in. You will meet lifelong friends, learn new information, and possibly win prizes! I know when I look back at my life school, specifically college, will be the most fond experience that helped define who I am, and I hope that when I'm done I can look back and say I made the best of those 4 years.

I am 47 years old and never been to college but I am ready to go and get a degree to better myself and my family. I have been a housewife for 27 years and a mother to five children and my youngest just graduated last spring. Now I have time for me and I want to get a degree in accounting and open my own business and maybe, who knowns maybe my daughter will go to college and get a degree instand of what I did (wait for 25 years to do something). I would really love to go back to school but the money is the biggest issue

College has helped me be more confident in myself. I was nervous because I didn't think that I was smart enough for some of the classes that I was in, but the professors helped me develope studying skills to increase and maintain my grade. I play football for Carroll University and that has helped me build character, manage my time, stay in shape, and meet many friends. College has also helped me figure out my five year plan, which is to graduate here at Carroll University in 4 years with a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science. The year after I graduate, I plan to join the United States Air Force. I have learned that I have to be responsible for my actions and decisions, and I have to take care of the little things in life like washing dishes or doing laundry. I think the most important thing that I have gotten out of Carroll University so far is that I have to learn to be around a diverse group of people. I am not used to that because my high had a population of around 300 students. I cant imagine being anywhere else.

Not everyone is able to go to college. Therefore, I am very thankful to my parents for giving me the opportunity to get an education so I can learn as much as I can. School is about education and learning, but that isn't the only thing I have learned. I've learned how to be independent and to find my own values and beliefs. I'm experiencing a new world and what my future has to bring. College has made me discover my true passions in life. I want to study abroad and make a difference in someone else's life. Getting a chance to volunteer with another community other than your own is very rewarding and shows respect and loyalty. In today's world without an education, it's difficult to fulfill a person's dreams. College has given me the opportunity to make new friends, discover something I didn't know about myself, join new clubs, find a passion for a class I would never have taken, play a sport or extracurricular activity, learn about a different culture, religion or history of the world. I am blessed to have the opportunity to go to college.

College has allowed me to experience many things that I never imagined I would experience. It has provided me with many educational, social, and job opportunities. With professors who are extremely interested and knowledgeable in their fields, I have developed a new appreciation for learning. I have also learned how to interact with my peers at a greater level, and have expanded my critical thinking skills. I have also become involved in a volunteer mentorship organization through the college. This has allowed me to develop the skills that I will need for my future career, as well as the opportunity to help a child in need. College has also provided me with the resources for advancing my educational, social, and job skills for the future. I came to college expecting to simply learn new information for my field of study, but have come out with so much more. College has taught me how to become a more responsible, independent, social, and educated individual who is now interested with the issues that are affecting the community. College has allowed me to grow as a person, and I cannot wait for the years to follow.

My experience at my current college is an umbrella filled with many lessons learned. Yet one that stood out is the ability to stand out and say "I am worthy". In High School I had the most difficult time academically. Even though I was involved with after school activities like soccer, track and field, and dance, I had a low GPA due to bad grades, I was not getting anything out of lectures. I thought I was worthless since not many 4-year Universities would approve of my academics. I enrolled at Chaffey Community College since it was my last resort. I thought that meant nothing to my career. Yet, I took classes with professors that explained lessons a lot more blunt than my high school teachers. I knew right then and there that I was not stupid and I just needed a more dynamic tutoring with my studies. I cannot say I could find that help anywhere else other than in this facility. Now I have completed my General Education and lower division classes for my major under a GPA of 3.80 and ready to transfer and move on up in the next chapter of my academic career.

Over my one year of attending college, I have gained confidence and knowledge. I have learned to manage my time wisely, valuable study skills that I know I will use for my years to come of school. I have taken public speaking courses which have boosted my confidence and made me more comfortable with speaking and interacting with strangers. The courses I have taken, varying from compositions to chemistry and calculus, have helped me grow as a person as well. My composition classes helped me grow an appreciation for writing, researching, and politics. Chemistry helped me grow fonder of the sciences. Before taking the class I was not a fan of science whatsoever, but now I have confidence in pursuing my undergraduate major in biology. Calculus made me appreciaate very much the hundred dollar calculator I had purchased for the class! College has shaped me into who I am today: confident, knowledgeable, beautiful, courageous, and intelligent. I hope to continue on my path to become Dr. Cheyenne Williams, more confident, more knowledgeable, even more beautiful, more courageous, and highly intelligent.

I have learned many things from college and it's only been a year and a half of studying. My first year was realizing I was on my own and my family wasn't there to hold my hand anymore. I had learned to organize my time by jugling school work, my job, and spending time with family and friends, It took a while for me to finally realize college isn't all fun and games. I am currently in one of the sororities at Carroll College "Chi Omega." This has been a big part of my college experience because it has made me volunteer more for my community such as raising money for "Make-a-Wish" Foundation and also having my own position within the chapter at Carroll University. I am very blessed to have teacher's and a president who really do care about their students because if it wasn't for them I might not be going to Carroll. College is needed for my every day life. It's where I need to be in order to get where I want to go, and that is to be a Nurse at Childrens Hospital.

Before I attended college I did not know the difference between undergraduate and graduate degrees. I never took the SAT or ACT exams. If I had never atteneded classes at a secondary education istitution I would not have learned time management, financial budgeting, basically how to be a student, and also what it really means to be a student. In high school I was comfortable doing simply enough to graze by, because I just wanted to graduate and be an adult. Learning and good grades were at the bottom of my list of goals. Since I graduated from high school, my eyes have been opened to the excitement of pregistering for a course I am actually curious about. The excitement that comes from the pressure of studying for exams or working through the artistic process to complete a project. And the feeling of success to see that my hard work paid off with an above average grade. The college experience taught me to care about my future and take pride in the work that I do.

I am a person that has fought with Social Anxiety Disorder for more than a decade. I didn't think I would ever be able to pursue the career of my choice or even to be around strange people. Going to college has changed that in ways that no pill or therapy ever could. I have been forced out of my comfort zone time and time again. Each time it happens I learn how much I am capable of. I learn that people are not the scary monsters I've always made them out to be, and that one of the most rewarding parts of college life is connecting with others who share my passion for knowledge. As a result of college I am now able to work a job that deals heavily with customer service, I can speak before others in a formal setting, and I can have meaningful relationships. I would never have been able to do this before. Every time I meet one of my personal goals I can chalk it up to the influence of my classmates and professors. College has, for me, turned a former wall into a mere obstacle.

My Carroll education is by far the most important experience of my life. Although Carroll has exposed me to new career opportunities while enhancing my professional skills, the most beneficial part of college has been my new found independence. It is my responsibility to pay for school and therefore my responsibility to make decisions regarding my future. Every decision reflects my individuality and who I intend on becoming; my actions no longer need to reflect the desires of my parents. College acts as a stepping stone, gradually allowing me to become comfortable making my own decisions and living with the consequences. Also, college provides a pressure-free environment for the development of my character. Without taking this step I feel that I would be lost in my adult life, always depending on those around me and never myself.

im lookin for a good college i want to progress in my life i want to have a good future im attnding to a community college right know but i'm lookinf for something better right know.

So far out of my college experience I have learned that high school is over and the real work begins. In high school class was pretty easy and it didnt take much to pass through. Now in college I realize that you must study a lot to earn the grades that you would like to have. I also have learned that education is very important and can take you places. Without education you may not ever reach your goals for your life or reach your potential either. I have learned to appreciate everything that you receive because some people would do anything to have the same opportunities that I have had.

One of the best and scariest parts of college is the extra freedom. Your parents aren't there to tell you what to do, but they also aren't there to take care of you anymore. Your professors treat you like you're an adult, so there's no one making sure you do your home work and are passing the class. It's alot of responsibility, and I feel like that first semester you're on your own is when a majority of people change from high school kids to mature young adults. I know I have definitely changed as far as time management, organizational skills, and priorities. Dorm life is important because it allows you to learn about the responsibilities of being on "your own" without actually cutting away all your support. Also in the dorms you have a roommate who is dealing with the same situation, which usually helps you connect with them and worry less becuase you know you're not the only one who doesn't have a clue!

Not only have I had a renewal of my determination to do everything that I can to pursue my degree I have made friends that I know will be around forever. My expereinces are life lessons that I will always remember. I was taught that excellence is expected but that help is always available if ever I went looking for it or sought it out. I have also learned that there are many things that are no longer handed to us and spoonfed. We as students must actively seek out the answers to the question we have and also must do the work expected to succeed. No longer is it acceptable to do just enough to get by. Through living on campus I also learned that independence is not easy but something that will shape you into the person you are and who you are going to be. Finally, I learned that even though living on a college student budget is hard everyone has to splurge a little. Especially when it comes to food. With only a few utensils, a couple pots and pans, and a few dollars anything can be made into a meal fit for a king.

I have gotten the experience of indenpendence. I have become more independent than I have ever been and I enjoy every minute of it. Last semester I was able to travel with the International group called Up with People and my college allowd me to travel with them and receive credit. It has been most valuable to me because it is something that I can call my own. I am proud to say I am in college.

My first year of college has made me grow up a lot. I have learned a lot about myself and have done things that I never thought I could do. First of all I learned how to study and manage my time. Then I learned how to stick up for myself and make friends that will be there for the rest of my life. I have learned to let my gaurd down a little bit and to be more social. The most important thing I learned was how to manage my time well and be sucussful with my work. I think it is valuable to attend school because you learn about yourself. It makes you grow up and see that not everything gets handed to you. College challanges more then your smarts, it challanges you as a person all the way around. There is nothing wrong with challanging yourself, it makes you a better person.

Out of going to college I have gotten so many things. I have learned self reliance I know I don?t have someone looking over my shoulder and I need to take charge of the things I need to get done on my own. I have learned to be more outgoing in making friends. I have learned responsibility. College is such an important experience, it teaches you about yourself, it reveals your true character and what you are made of . I know many people believe it isnt that important, thats what i used to think as well. However i know college will be one experience i wont forget!

Going back to school has been an interesting experience. One day I just decided that I wanted/needed to go back to school so that I would have something to do after I retire, which will be in 2-3 years from now. The next thing I knew I was registered and was in a classroom in less than 2 weeks. So far I have enjoyed all of my classes, my instructors are helpful and when I missed a day of school, they actually cared. That was different and very nice. I have met friends that are going to last me a lifetime. It is nice to see women my age returning to school . I have decided instead of just obtaining my Applied Science degree in Medical Coding and Billing, I will pursue my AA. My daughter has her BA degree. I have a 14 year old and I want to show him that if Mom can do it and his sister, he can pursue a degree as well. This is the best decision I have made in a long time and I am so glad that I did. I love Heald College in Concord, CA.

I have gotten a lot out of my college experience so far. I have met many new people and learned that students can talk to their professors fairly eaisly. This has been valuable to because it helps my comprehention and understanding of the material that each class is covering. I have also learned that in order to do well in college you need to study much more than in high school. This was valuable because getting good greades now will help me get a better job in the future.

I joined a sorority and feel that I have not only gained friends but sisters. I have gained not only knowledge, but ideas. From the moment I went on the tour for the first time, I knew that this was the place for me. I love the people, atmosphere and professors. It is hard to afford it because it is a private school. My parents dont make enough but make too much to get me much financial aid. I am paying for everything myself and every little bit counts. I want to be able to keep these friends, sisters, knowledge and ideas and this scholarship would allow us to do it.

If I could go back in time to give myself advice during my senior year, I would tell myself the following: "College is a challenging experience. It is not easy, and it will test your limits, but have faith in yourself and your professors. They are there to help you and by taking one small project at a time, eventually the big picture will fall into place." The first semester of college for me was overwhelming. As a student who is pre-physical therapy, I have to take a lot of academically difficult science classes. I have grown so much this past semester because of the hardships I have faced. I would also tell myself: "Talk to te upperclassmen. They have a lot of helpful hints about campus and professors that make life a little easier. Most of them want to share their opinions to help you." On of the greatest things I have learned so far is to trust my peers, especially the upperclassmen. In hard programs like mine, learning from eachothers' mistakes has helped to make the experience of college a little less frightening.

To go back would be an amazing experience. If I could go back, I would tell myself to be a little more social on the first couple days to meet new people, and tell myself that a social life and keeping friends happy is a lot less imortant than keeping my grades up. In college, it's about my future and I don't want to get distracted by trying to make everyone else happy before my own concerns.

College isn't so different from high school, so don't freak out. You'll get the hang of it after a while. What is different? The freedom. You can eat whatever you want, sleep as little as you want, party whenever you want. There are no pesky parents around to control you. The hardest thing about college is learning to become your own parent. You're in charge of eating right, sleeping regularly, making sure you have clean clothes to wear to class in the morning, which you must force yourself to get up for. You can party, but do it responsibly... aka, not on Tuesday nights. Basically, it's everything in moderation, not to sound like your mom. The other great freedom is the freedom to try new things. When you get to college, you can be anyone you want, so don't confine yourself to a tiny box. Meet new people, try new things, break out of your comfort zone. You might just find something fantastic you never knew you loved to do. Oh, and... in case you do flounder, just a little bit, there are people around to help: professors, RA's, counselors... Use them.

If I were able to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself that making it through a university, is not just about doing well in classes. I would tell myself that it is also very important to put yourself out there, get involved, and meet new people. Right now I am a freshman at Carroll, and I am a commuter student. The year is almost over and I have not been doing well in the social aspect of college. When I first started college I told myself that I just needed to focus on the academics, not the social stuff. I realize now that I was wrong. Being in college is about having that balance between the academics and the social aspects. If I were to go back, I would tell myself to live on campus, meet new people, and to enjoy this time in my life as much as I can.

I would probably tell myself to look for lots AND lots of scholarships and other forms of "free money." I always knew that college was rather expensive, but even with the scholarships, grants, and loans that I did receive, it still wasn't enough to cover the costs. I would also tell myself that two's company and three's a crowd. At my school, there are triple rooms, meaning that you can have two roommates. Being in a triple is rather chaotic in the sense that the room seems crowded and that not everyone gets along. I would much rather just have one roommate or be alone. In college, drama is overrated. Most of that stuff is or should be left behind once you graduate high school. You already have so much to worry about without worrying about what he said/she said.

After experiencing College first hand, if I could go back to senior year and give myself some advice, this is what I would say. Take as many AP courses as you can handle, they will provide great insight as to what college classes are like. In addition, you can take the AP test at the end of the year and potentially gain credit for the course, saving you lots of time and money. Next, I would drive the point that being organized is a must. College is not like high school, you have to plan out your studies along with work and everything else you have going on in your life, get into the habit early. Lastly, take a deep breath and enjoy the rest of your senior year. Yes, things will be busy and stressful with applying to colleges and balancing your school work, however you have to enjoy your last year and learn to relax during the stressful time. You will make it through the process and before you know it you will be in college looking back upon the great times you had in high school.

I would say to work as hard as you can senior year. Take as many AP classes that you can, and apply for as many scholarships as possible. College is extremly expensive, and it's not just college it's the lifestyle, and anyway that you can get ahead is what you should go for. I would also tell myself to go into college with expectations that you and your friends are going to change, whether it be for the better or the worse you need to be more open and willing to accept the changes that college and the independence brings because not accepting them will not allow you to accept the great fun you can have in college.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would have many words of advice. The first piece of advice I would give myself about my college life is to live on campus. I am commuting to my school in Waukesha which usually is about a forty-five minute drive. The commute is very time consuming and incorporates too much time away from my school work. Some other advice I would give myself is to actually read the college textbooks. By reading the information when assigned will greatly increase your performance on schoolwork, instead of cramming the day before the test or due date. I would just advise myself as a high school senior to focus on my schoolwork and try my best on my assignments when assigned, do not procrastinate.

After three semesters of college, I have learned a lot about college life and now knowing what I know, I wish I could go back in time and give myself some advice. I would tell myself to get involved in as many AP/honors classes as possible because I made the mistake of taking an AP world history course and deciding not to take the AP exam, so I was forced to take world history in college. It would be nice if I had a few credits coming into college as opposed to having none. Another piece of advice would be to get involved in high school, because I feel as though I would be more willing to get involved in college or play some sort of sport. School organizations are a great way to get ahead in college and meet people. I would also tell myself to get in the rhythm of studying more often for exams, because in college you need to study for every exam and do all the coursework that is assigned to you. Overall I would basically tell myself not to slack on my schoolwork and to get involved in as many ways as possible.

I would make sure that you are very optomistic going into college. You should be out going and not afraid to talk to new people. Always talk to your advisors or someone who can help you make the transition and make sure you're on track with your schedule and where you need to be. Friends are great outlets if you need someone to talk to. Always remember that you're not doing this alone and there are other people there going through the same thing, so don't be afraid to talk to them and help each other out. College is much different than high school, and the work load is much more. Make sure you make time for studying and getting everything done that you need to get done. And although you are here to get an education, don't forget to take time for yourself and let yourself get out and have fun every once in a while, too.

I would tell myself to listen to my teachers who gave me advice about college, like sitting in the front row so teachers would get to know me. I would make sure that I would start studying more because I would be doing more of it in college. I would tell myself to get my homework done first and then go out and have fun. I would also tell myself to just breathe and take time to relax because stressing yourself out will not help anything. Most importantly, I would tell myself that college is a big part of my life and to work hard, but also to make it the best four years of my life.

I will be the first to admit that as a high school senior I thought I knew everything, especially when it came to college. I believed my transition would be smooth, and had adopted a "no worries" attitude. When I started college, I quickly realized that I was wrong. I had a difficult time grasping the concept of time between classes. I often spent that time on facebook or watching T.V. instead of doing homework or reviewing for my classes. As a result, I was on a higher level than all my friends in "Farmville" and was all caught up on my Full House reruns, but was behind in class. Having to actually print out power points myself was a task I could never seem to remember to do. Many times I ended up hand writing my notes and trust me, hand cramps are no fun. If I could go back in time and give myself advice it would be this: listen to your parents!! No matter how ridiculous this seems, parents are fountains of essential wisdom. After you listen to them, you can even pretend the information was yours all along, just as long as you use it.

Making the big transition to college, the thing I was most concerned about was meeting people. It was rough at first to meet people, and all of the planned activities seemed stupid, pointless, and a waste of time. While looking back they still seemed a waste of time, there were other events and outings planned that I would have told myself to go to. The first couple of days at school were a challenge, waiting for class to start and spending the time to slowly move in and transition fully to college. Unpacking and getting used to a roommate were a lot to handle, but every freshman there was going through the same things. I would tell myself that to be brave and reach out to talk to other people, share those early experiences everyone is going through and be more social than I initially was. Campus is home for the next four years, and I would also really urge the younger me to take time to explore fearlessly the different nooks and crannies of campus - there is so much more to find to see and do!

If I could alter time and transport back to my senior year of high school, I would give myself a lot of advice for the college years ahead. While in high school I heard that college would offer little time for relaxation, and that most of my time would be devoted to school work. I listened to the statement, but never realized how much truth it held, until entering college. Instead of doing an hour of homework and resorting to the television for a few hours after school, I found myself glued to a chair for hours in the library. Looking around and seeing many students surrounding me ready to fall asleep, made me realize that others, as well as myself, had not prepared for the hard years ahead. Looking back I would tell my senior self to stray away from the television, and instead, read and study more in preparation for the years ahead. I would also tell myself to try and get more social with others in order to learn how to make friends. Always sticking to one group of friends in high school, made entering college more difficult, since I was immersed into a sea of strangers.

Going back to my senior year I would give myself a lot of advice. First of all since I graduated early I would tell myself to study a little harder and give it all you have now, so when you do go to college you will have good study habits. I would tell myself not to cram, but study a little everyday. Work on your papers slowly, do not rush. This will really help you with you classes in college. Second, I would tell myself to be a little more social. In college you live with a bunch of different kinds of people and you have to get to know them. For you that is going to be hard but, you need to learn to make friends. Last but not least I would tell myself to study and have fun. In college you need to study a lot but, you also need to spend some time for you and have fun responsibly. You are a great person you know what it takes to mantain good grades, but you need to make some friends and you will be fine.

I would go back and tell her that things always work out the way they should. I wouldn't tell her anything that I know. I made choices, some good, some bad, and I have learned things from each one, and that is the most important thing. Why change what ended up being good for my life. It's about learning, and if I told her to do something else, she would never learn!

I would tell myself to be open minded and meet more people. I believe I have met a lot of people but I wish I would have been more outgoing when it came to the first couple of weeks of school. I am in a sorority and I would definatly make that decision again because it has given me so many volunteer and leadership opportunities that I would not have been able to experience if I did not join a sorority. If I were to make the college decision over again, I would have visited more colleges to give myself more options; however, I do 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} believe I would still have chosen Carroll College as the school that I would attend.

BE PREPARED. Tuition is no flat-rate affair; it goes up every year so seriously take the time to scour scholarships and grants. Have a portfolio with material from as far back as high school, no matter how terrible. You're spending a LOT of money (and your parents') so don't skip class unless absolutely necessary. Make the most of your time, it flies by faster than high school did. Pay your paking tickets on time. If your school doesn't provide for you, there is a possibility of like-minded individuals who are seeking the same extra curriculars so start a student organization of your own.

If I was able to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to apply to college right after high school. I would also tell myself to stick with my sciences and to study more. I would also tell myself to enjoy the time that I have left in high school and to take chances. Chances as in applying to a larger school that will help me to succeed in my major and in life. I would also say that college is not easy, but it is wonderful! College is a great life experience and this is where you will make those friends that you will remember and keep close for the rest of your life. College is a new start or a new chapter in ones life that can be one of the greatest experiences of your life. Great memories, hard work, friendships, and success are sure to be achieved.