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Dear Stephanie, As you're preparing to leave for college, it's important to remember who you are. College is a time to explore new things and meet new people. Don't let them change who you are. This is a time to discover yourself and turn into the person you wish to become. It is important to grow, but not to vere from your values. Don't be afraid to get out of your room and introduce yourself to new adventures. When they tell you to get involved, do it. That's how you're going to meet people. Be open to everyone and everything. You're going to run into a rough patch a few weeks into the sememster. Homesickness and depression will take over, but don't let it consume you. You will get the help you need, and everything will be okay. Kick out the negative thoughts, and remember why you are there and what you want to accomplish. You'll be faced with many new decisions, so listen to your heart to make the right choice. College can be a fun and exciting experience, so make the best of the time that you have there!

If I was able go back to my high school self and give myself advice on the do and do not of college I would start with the academic aspect of college. Everyone tells you that you need to study, but they do not tell you how to study. Studying is more than just going to the lecture and reading the material, to study affectively you still have to go to the lectures and read the given material but you also have to take addition time to make notecards and learn the vocabulary, and be able to fully explain the information to someone else’s. Another key thing that I have learned in college is time management, you have to be able to balance you academic life with you social life. If you study all of the time you will not enjoy your college experience, and if you have to much of a social life you grades will in turn suffer. To find this balance takes time but if you can learn early on how to study effectively and balance your social and academic schedule your college experience will be great and you will remember it forever.

This is going to be a big change, and not an easy one. It is important to have fun but always make sure you are keeping up with school because that is what is most important. I know how badly you want to succeed in a job after college so make sure to stay focused. You will make amazing friends that will stick by your side and even though there will be a lot of up and downs that you will face, but don't worry you will manage to come out on top. P.s. You are going to change your mind and want to go to law school senior year so stay focused!

There are a couple of pieces of advice that I would give myself. First off, find a study buddy. Difficult course work is a lot easier if you have somebody to do it with. The same goes for any tutoring or supplemental instruction. If they are offered, then attend. Attending these sessions will dramatically increase your grade. Procrastination is a killer in college. Get work done as soon as possible. If you have a paper, make sure to create a writing schedule and to stick to that schedule. When studying for an exam, try and get a study group together. Study groups make the process less painful and maybe even a little fun. You will retain knowledge better if you are having fun while learning it. Another important thing is exercise. You need to have at least 40 minutes of increased heart rate every day. On the flip side, it is also important to relax. Don't be afraid to take a break every once in a while and and reward yourself with something fun. College is a transition for everybody. So most importantly, DO NOT BE AFRAID TO ASK FOR HELP.

If I could go back to high school and for worn myself about college, I would tell myself to get into better study habits. While in high school, the information taught seemed to come naturally to me. The teachers would spoon feed the information and you just had to spit it back out on a test. College is nothing like that. In college you need to study, read, and in a way teach yourself. Yes, the professor is there to guide you, but they are not there to hold your hand every step of the way.

Get a planner! If you take the time to plan your days out, you will have more time for yourself and less time for stressing. Write down when you will study and for how long, the most beneficial studying comes from 30 minute increments with ten minute breaks. Compile your notes and study them little by little over time. Your education is more important than your friends during the week, they can wait until the weekend. If you sacrifice an hour per day per class after school or work, you will see a huge improvement in test scores and less stress the night before a test! The key to college is responsibility, so if you practice disciplining yourself in high school, you will have a head start on your peers when you begin your first day at the university. Just remember to plan your days, compile information, and study one hour per class per day!

If I could go back to high school and talk to myself, I would let myself know that I do not know everything and being strictly interested in one type of school is not the right way to go about looking at schools. I would tell myself to take the time to look at multiple schools, in multiple sizes, and to keep an open mind. I would also tell myself that it is ok to change my mind and make new decisions. Within a year I changed my college and my major, I would go back and have myself think hard about my choices and ideas. I would also hope to have a little more help from my high school regarding what to do with my life. My counsler did not try to steer me in any direction and often times I felt I was alone in my decisions. I would tell myself to ask for more help and really think through what I want and where I want to go.

With my growth over the last year transitioning from high school to college there are innumerous things that I would tell myself. The first is to be confident. With confidence I would be able to go out and explore my new world. The second would be to open myself up to new ideas. College being a major change in my life I would tell myself to try to see the world from the diverse viewpoints that are now available to me. The final piece of advice I would give myself would to be myself. In college with such a broad range of people, you are able to be yourself without having to conform to other’s ideas. This would allow me to not only find a true close group of friends but would also allow myself to follow my career goals and dreams. In conclusion I would tell myself to not hide myself, to be open to changing myself to whatever I want, and to not hide myself behind a wall of shyness but to express myself confidently.

I would tell myself that it is important to study right away and to not hold it off. I would also tell myself that it's important to talk to professors when I don't understand what is going on. Also I would have made myself look more into schools and then job shadowed some people before I really decided on the school I picked. Another thing I would have told myself as a senior would be that I should have applied for more scholarships because college isn't cheap.

College is a time when students are able to determine for themselves what is important to them. In order to be certain, one must branch out and explore new ideas and activities. If I could talk to my high school self, I would tell myself to not be afraid to consider different concepts. Although I have a shy personality, I should step out of my comfort zone and take advantage of every opportunity to learn about other ways of thinking. Stressing the importance of involvement, I would explain that it is okay if I don’t know everything, but to pursue every experience with a positive outlook so I can broaden my overall knowledge. Because I do stress about my school work, I would try to persuade my high school self to recognize that academics are essential, however, I need to spend some time on myself. Whether it be socializing, volunteering, or being a member of a club, my involvement should be something I enjoy, even if it is not relevant for my career choice. Lastly, I would clarify that there will be some hard moments. Nevertheless, everything will pay off in the end as long as I’m happy.

I would tell my high school senior self that I would really need to get my act together more. To start studying more and prepare more for school. Also to get more involved and join the sorority my freshmen year because it would help make the transition into school easier.

If I could go back in time to talk to my younger self about my experiences at college there would be many things to say. The main thing I would advise myself to do would be to challenge myself with everything I did. For example, I would take more advanced courses, because the basic level courses hardly prepare anyone for the work they are faced with during college. I would also advise myself to be more involved with school activities. Activities are a great way to meet people; they can make the challenging task of trying to meet new people slightly easier.

I would tell myself not to be so nervous about the first semester of college. Everything will work out, and even thought it is hard work and the assignments may seem impossible, you are good enough and you can do it. I would also tell myself to be prepared for homesickness, but do not feel bad about it. It is normal to miss your family; they are your greatest support system, and although you don't see them everyday they are just a phone call away. You are an amazing person and you can get through the first semester. No matter how hard it gets, you pull through and surprise yourself in the process. Make sure to take breaks and don't get caught up in studying. Band is the best outlet you have, and don't lose it because you will make great friends in that class who make you not just a better player but a better person aswell.

My high school years could be described as anything but difficult. I was a very blessed student, having the ability to naturally excel at almost every class I was taking without having to put an extreme amount of effort into anything. Little did I know, that this blessing could ultimately be my biggest curse upon entering my college years. Now, I would describe my college years as anything but easy. Because I did not have to study hard in high school, I do not have the proper study skills to help push through my tougher, science related undergraduate classes. If I could go back, I would tell myself to go above and beyond what was expected of me as much as possible, as it would ultimately work to my benefit in the end. I would also challenge myself to take classes I just may not have seemed interested at the time, as a few of those subjects ended up being requirements for my undergraduate degree. If I could have the opportunity to revisit my eighteen year old self again, I would give this advice without hesitation. Hindsight is 20/20, but proper preparation can also outsmart hindsight.

If I could go back now, I would tell myself to actually apply for scholarships. Everyone told me over and over to apply. They kept nagging me and told me how important it was. At the time I figured loans would cover everything and that I wouldn't need the extra money. I was wrong. I needed it. I have to work extra hard and try to come up with money in different areas to pay for the out of pocket expenses I have left over after my loans. I never guessed books and living expenses would be so much. Now I know what I wish I would have known then.

If I were to go back in time I wouldn't tell myself anything because if I would have I probably wouldn't have honestly listened. What I mean by that is that because in high school I haven't experienced college so I really wouldn't be paying much attention. It wouldn't hit me til I got to college when I would be like "Oh yes I should have listened to myself." I would like to say I should have told myself to work more, but I feel as if I worked as much as I could given I wanted to do sports and still do well in school. Finally I feel as if I went back in time I wouldn't be able to really make it clear what college was like because you just have to experience it to know what to expect.

I would tell myself to focus more on my grades. I would also tell myself not to wait til last minute to do task

First, I would tell myself to soak up every minute of my senior year in because I miss many of those times with my friends, coaches, teammates, teachers, and other community members. Next, I would say that the college classes offered at high school are extremely beneficial as you transition into college. Another good piece of advice would be to stay on top of emails and the entire college process. This makes it easier as you progress toward the start of the year. Do what you want to do and don't worry about what other people think. Don't second guess yourself so much and stay organized because it helps when you have so much on your plate. Talk to people about what you are stressed out about especially your parents they have excellent input. Share good times with your friends and keep those relationships. Also, thank coaches, teachers, and others that have assisted you in anyway with your senior year and college transition. Lastly, don't worry so much everything works out one way or another. HAVE FUN AND ENJOY YOURSELF!

Dear Saera, I wish you did something you really wanted to do instead of hiding and did what your parents wanted you to do. When you did that did your life really turn out well? All you did was waste years of your life doing things that aren’t meaningful. Sure you got experience—great, but in the end it feels like you wasted a part of yourself. The money was o.k. and everything but your work didn’t satisfy you as much as you’d like. You should’ve known people like different things not just one thing. I’m glad you turned into a person who made o.k. money also but the difference was you loved your job. It’s ok you took your pace as you liked it. I wish you weren’t so serious in everything and getting angry at people for the wrong reasons. But I’m also glad you enjoyed being young having a great time with people. If you picked the wrong choices, you would’ve got yourself into more trouble. Frankly who knows what the wrong choices were in the extremes, I’m glad you followed your heart. Thank you

Being able to go back and give advice to myself would be extremely helpful in three ways. First I would emphasize the importance of investing into each and every class because the information that is given to students from freshmen year through graduation is extremely important. Secondly I would mention that being a "STUDENT-athlete" is important, becoming a successful student before becoming a successful athlete will allow you to reach all of your goals and better you on the field. To go along with that the importance of being in constant contact with the coaching staff and professors so that no class work is missed and that the sporting events do not take away from the education. Lastly I would tell myself that there is plenty of time for fun, the time that you spend outside of the classroom needs to be balanced and it has to be productive so that when an opportunity for fun arises you know that you have accomplished the important things especially the school work. These three things would be helpful for me if I had the opportunity to go back in time to speak with my high school self.

I was forced to quit college in 1996, looking back I should have pushed other parts of my life instead of college. Mother of 4, to show them the importance of education should have been a bigger goal. As i return in my mid 40's I am more sure of myself, and my goals. To work in a field I can contribute to, is my goal now. Helping others, especially children and elderly. I want to contribute to the world as an advicate and supporter of the human race. Choices, creating and celebrating our selves as people of the Universe. Life coach, writer, empowering peoples personal choices.

At the age of 18 I was a senior in high school. If I had the oppurtunity to go back in time and give myself some advice, I would have a lot of things to say. Most importantly I would stress to myself the importantance of doing good in high school because the grades you get in high school determines your placement in college courses. I would advise myself to do more studying then I did do. I would also tell myself to not skip classes, EVER! It is extremely important to attend each and every class and gain as much information as possible. Attendence is very important in college because so much material is taught in one day. I would remind myself to still have fun but to make school my number one priority.

I would tell myself that I need to keep in mind that college is hard but it is well worth it. It is important to not get discouraged and to always be outgoing. The relationships one makes in college can be the most important ones that will last a life time. College is a wonderful experience that everyone should have the opportunity to have. Also, living on campus is the best way to meet new people. Being homesick is normal, but you meet people that can help you through everything. And most importantly, never give up your dreams of becoming a nurse.

If i could go back in time the best advice I could give myself is to not slack off my senior year. High school seniors think that they should just take the easy classes but actually they should take the challenging classes to help them better prepare for college. Another important thing high school seniors should do is to learn to take matters into their own hands and do assignments and projects on time. In college they don't harp on you to get your work done you just need to do it on your own time. There needs to be a balance between fun and school.

I would tell myself that even when everything seems too much, it will get better. It may be hard to believe, but things will work out. You just have to keep trying.

High school was very easy for me and I excelled in everything I did. I would advise this high school version of myself not to get caught up in the illusion that college would be just as easy. Classes are harder, there are more assignments, and many more distractions. I would console my senior self by telling her that I would make plenty friends, have so many opportunities, and be so blessed by the way things have worked out. It would also be helpful to remind myself that mistakes are going to be made, and that its important to learn from them and move on, not dwell on things I can't change. I would also encourage myself to spend a lot of time in the library and to study hard, regardless of how easy they seemed. Eating well is also very important and I would remind myself to eat fruits and veggies to avoid getting sick and missing class. Continuing my involvement in community and campus activities was also very important and I would remind my high school self to keep better records of my involvement, as well as taking every opportunity possible to give back and get involved.

Save your money, keep up on paperwork, look for more scholarships, pace yourself with schoolwork, don't do homework in bed unless its reading, and take some time to relax at the end of each day. And go to bed at a reasonable time!

After finishing my first year in college I learned valuable techniques that I wish I would have been practicing throughout my senior year of high school. If I could go back and talk to myself during my senior year I would have made sure to tell myself to be organized. That cramming your papers into your textbooks doesn’t cut it in college. That I need to have separate folders and note books for every class. I would have told myself no more waiting until the night before to start studying for a test. That I need to look over my notes every night to make sure it is embedded in my head and refreshing my memory as the chapters progressed. I would have also made sure to tell myself to always do the readings. You’re professors expect you to do them so when you’re going over the information in class you will be confused if you don’t read. I also would have told myself to get involved in class as much as possible. You always want to stay on your professor’s good side; you never know when it will come in handy.

If I could go back in time there is many things I would tell myself to help with the college transition. The most important advice I'd give myself is that studying really helps. I went through high school without ever having to study because it all came to me so easy. Once i got to college I realized that there is alot more to remember and that the only way I could possibly hope to keep them in mind is to study. Studying would have definately helped me get the high grades that I am used to getting. I would also warn myself about staying up, and hanging out all night when there is class the next morning. It is easy to go out, and stay up all night with friends, but it is not as easy to wake up for class the next morning. The begining of the year is always the time where freshmans are sucked into hanging out and getting to know people. One can eaisly lose track of school work so I would tell myself that staying focused is also important in the college transition.

If I could go back in time and talk to who I was as a high school senior, I would tell myself to have as much fun as I can but don't lose sight of what's important: that college degree. I would also tell myself to not worry about the friends I lost throughout high school, because once you walk on that college campus you'll meet the friends that you're going to keep for a long time. Lastly, I'd probably tell the high school senior me that no matter how hard the class is, or how difficult the professor is, that you should always try your hardest and remember why you're there.

When you first get to college, don't stress out over trying to fit in and whether or not you'll make friends right away. You're going to meet so many great people, not only the first weeks but all year long! Don't force yourself into a certain group, you'll start to click with people sooner than you think without needing to analyze exactly where you feel you 'should' fit in. At the same time, be a little outgoing, even if it means venturing outside of your comfort zone at first. As for classes, don't be afraid to speak up in them. Professors LOVE when you participate even if you don't always make the greatest points because it tells them that you're prepared or more importantly, engaged. Actually, participate in general. Join a couple of student orgs, or at least go to the first couple of meetings for some of the orgs that sound interesting. It's great to get involved because again you'll meet so many awesome people that way! Just don't stress over everything - you're choosing this school for a reason, it all falls in place after a while.

Don't take the moments you have with friends and family for granted. Being in highschool you worry about a lot of things that are not very important like what to wear, what to do on the weekends and how to get out of doing your homework. Looking back I wish I would have had more movie nights with my parents and thanked them for everything they did for me. I never realized how much everything revolved around me from being in marching band, tennis, soccer and youth group. Being away at college has really opened my eyes because now I am on my own and so is everyone else and I don't always have my parents to fall back on. There are some things that don't change. If you think you are stressed about school, don't think that it gets any easier in college. Let highschool be what prepares you for college, take homework and tests seriously and set high goals for yourself. The harder you try in highschool, the better you will do in college. College can be the time of your life, but remember you are coming here to learn, dont be fooled.

i talked the opportunity they have if they study in college. All the things you could achieve with a career that they like. IN order all the advantages of studying in the university.

Dont hold anything back and strive to achieve all that you can. Your senior year is most important, dont slack off.

Be patient with yourself and others. College is all about growing. You will meet new people, make new friends, and be exposed to individuals with cultures and backgrounds much different than your own. You will learn things you never knew you didn't know, and you will be tested in many ways. Your character will be tested. Your values will be tested. Your goals and theories will be tested. Figure out who you are and what you stand for, and never look back!

Right now, as I start to look back at myself as a high school senior, I feel the hair on the back of my neck stand up and it sends a cold shiver down my spine. Going back to high school, even as a senior, is a scary thought. I often wonder how my high school career would have been different if I had known what I know now, then. I think about all the things I wish I could have told myself and all the things I would have changed. The one thing that I wish I could go back and tell myself is HAVE CONFIDENCE IN YOURSELF! Those four simple words have more power than I could have ever imagined. I would say, "Stand up straight, look yourself in the mirror and know that you are smart, talented, witty, beautiful, and you can do and achieve anything you want." I would tell myself not to listen to the rumours and the pressures of high school. In one year, none of those materialistic things will matter. None of the superficial frienships will exist. In one year, there will only be one person that matters, and that person is YOU!

There is a lot of advice I would give myself, to start I would first apply for more scholarships in high school so I could pay for school without using student loans. I would also want to tell myself to know what my degree needs and start working on it as soon as I can. While doing that I would also want myself to work harder in college, and try to take teachers more than one semester that way I would be able to get more recommendation letters for getting into graduate school, to do that I would tell myself to take advantage of the different free tutoring and help that the school offers. The most important advice I feel I would want to give myself is to schedule my time accordingly, for example spend more time going to school and taking a full time course load rather than working so I would be able to go to graduate school sooner.

The main thing I regret about my senior year of highschool is not taking the opprotunity to visit as many campuses as possible. This includes both private and public univerisities, because you never know what could be. Second, applying for scholarships and grants is extremely important. Underestimating the cost of a secondary education is not a wise decision. In addition, when applying for colleges start early so that you are prepared to make a decision. Once in college make an attempt to meet as many new people as possible through campus sponsored events and in the classroom. One of the best things about college is a chance for a fresh start and new beginings. Finally, make your school work and studying a priority. College in an investment for your future so you must take it seriously.

I would deeply advise myself to start sooner and get college done with so I can start my life sooner with a degree and career that I enjoy and cherish doing. Participate in more activities and take more AP courses so that I could knock out certain basic courses required in college. Start thinking more and reflecting on what specific degree to pursue which was part of my difficulty in starting college in the first place.

As a sophmore in college, I would love to travel to the past to visit myself as a high school senior. The advice I would give myself, and give others, is to have prepared a plan during Summer/August of my senior year. I would have decide 10 schools that I would look into; I would have printed off the dealines, the admissions information and the requirements for each college. I would also advise myself to be persistent in my college endeavours. During my high school senior year I would have taken the opportunity to attend early college at St. Petersburg College, to complete some of my general requirements, as well as help me with the transition into college. Finally, I would have advised myself to follow my dreams, and apply to schools that I was afraid to apply to because of size, farness from home, and cost.

I would have told myself to continue working as hard as I did in high school but to not be as focused on grades as I was in high school. College is a time to of course to focus on school work but it is also a time to grow up into the person I will be as I enter the workforce. I would have told myself to relax and enjoy the ride. Do not freak out if you don't have a GPA of 4.0 in college. Going away to college is a time to learn what type of person you really are. It is also a time to become an independent person.

I would highly recommend staying on campus. It is so much easier to study if you have people down the hall who are taking the same class that you can study with. You will be much more likely to do well in classes. Also go to Supplemental Instuction, tutoring, and go to your professor's office hours when you don't understand the material. (Unless you go to a state University and your professors don't care about your success.) Also go to all of the welcome week activities, meet as many as people as possible, and know that they are all as nervous about making friends as you are. Speaking of people you meet, the most important person (or people) is your roomate. It is imperative that you communicate well with your roomate, are courteous, friendly, and talk about ground rules. (Such as allowing people of the opposite gender to sleep over.) Trust me I speak from experience when I say that roomates who break the guidelines above are not fun to be around. Lastly, enjoy college. Enjoy the independence on your journey of self-discovery.

In high school, your teachers will always say that they are preparing you for your years ahead in college. I find that this is not true. The tranisition from high school to college was anything but easy. In college you actually have to read the book and actually study every single night for two hours just for one class. High school seniors are oblivious to what they are getting into with college. I was one of those oblivious seniors thinking that college was going to be one big party. There is so much that I would tell myself if I could go back in time, I would say study harder for that anatomy class and get off Facebook. This is your life and the decisions that you make are your own. My decision in becoming a nurse is my own. Getting there will take a lot of hard work and sweat, but in the end there is always a light. Helping another human being and feeling that sense of self worth is my light to the end of this long and worthwhile journey.

If I could go back in time and give my high school senior self some college advice it would be to pursue many different interests. I had one idea of what I wanted to major in so I decided to stick with that without looking into different ideas. I wasn’t entirely positive if that is what I wanted to do with my life but I was too afraid to go into college undecided so I just picked it. Now being a junior, I am not doing well in that field and had to drop the graduate school portion of my major. It’s now making me wonder if I would be more successful in a different field but I have limited time to pursue any other major and still graduate next year. If, as a high school senior, I knew that it was okay to go into college undecided, I would maybe be in a different and possibly better place right now as a junior.

As I high school senior, I would have told myself to develop more than one study habit that works for me because at college I have found out now that I cannot study for my Biology 130 course the same way as I would study for my Psychology 101 course. If I would have came up with more than one way to study for my courses back as a senior it would be easier for me now to not have to dedicate a ton of hours to studying.

If I could give my senior-in-high-school self one bit of advice before she went off to college, it would be this: "Don't stray from your planned path, and don't allow anything to distract you from your goals." The one mistake that I made during my first semester in college was spending far too much time and energy focused on my social life, and not nearly enough on my studies. Because of this, I often found myself trying to read hundreds of pages of books in mere hours, pulling all-nighters to write papers, and stressing excessively before presentations and tests. Had I managed my time more wisely, I probably would have learned more, gotten better grades, and slept for a sufficient number of hours each night. With more focus on my studies and my plans for the future, I also would likely have not made many of my less-intelligent choices--such as falling for the charms of a sleazy boy I met at a party or going out on Halloween with some not-so-savory friends--that lead to mentally and emotionally scarring experiences. If I could help myself avoid those, I would.

I would tell myself that intelligence isn't always enough. I would tell myself to learn the proper way to study and quick, because cramming the night before a test won't cut it in college. I would also tell myself that college is going to be the most fun part of my life. That meeting new people and making new friends is great. Finally, I would tell myself not to let the freedom get to my head. Keep your eye on the prize and get that degree Matt!

I would tell myself to actually know which college I wanted to go. I went to Evergreen State and I wasnt happy with my selection. Also do what makes you happy instead of making someone else happy. And also with financial aid, and scholarships. At my school, they didn't help with the students to get them ready for college.

Carroll is a very good fit for you! Also, get out of the sciences while you c an!