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I have ade a lot o friends, I have had a lot of new experiences. I have also learned a lot of things outside of the classroom, and I feel like I will be well prepared for life outside of CMU.

I would inform myself of how different it truly is from high school. There is a lot more work invovled because you have to do it on your own. There isn't a teacher hovering over your shoulder to make sure that you get your homework done. You have to make sure that you do it on your own because the proffesors don't care if you got it done or not. I would also tell myself that you need to make sure you are committed to studying because just reading the chapters doesn't mean that you actually retain any of the information. Taking notes on the chapter is something I learned during my second semester this year and it has helped me a great deal to pay attention more when I am reading.

The most important piece of advice is to remember that education is your priority, and nothing?including social life?ought to take precedent over that. Late in one?s first semester, it is easy to tire out and feel the temptation of taking free time with friends. In many cases, your friends will have more free time than you, and this circumstance is frequently an invitation to abandon your duties and merely ?hang out? for an evening. Despite the immediate gratification of taking time off, nothing is ultimately more rewarding than academic success. The point of college is to acquire an education and a degree?moreover, the money you, your parents, and your scholarship donors spend on your education obligate you to apply yourself to your fullest extent. Never forget that you owe it to these individuals to take college seriously. Finally, it is crucial to maintain a positive attitude at all times. Embrace the work you do, love the career you are pursuing, and find joy in the fact that you are working toward a greater goal. When you finally realize that even the most mundane assignments will contribute to success later in life, you will be immensely satisfied.

If I could give myself advice, I would stress the importance of good study habits. High school teachers walk students through good study habits by giving homework every day, which gets students accustomed to spending time with the previous material each day. Spending time with schoolwork is pivotal in higher education because professors do not give out homework on a regular basis. Instead, for most classes, the professor will give a lecture and it?s the student?s responsibility to read and study the material on his or her own time. So in high school, homework is simply preparing students to get into the habit of reading and studying the material on a daily basis. Like many students, high school was not a huge challenge to me and I didn?t take it as seriously as I should have. So when I came to college in 2008, I was still in the ?high school mentality,? by believing I could do well on tests and not read the texts. I failed my first test in every class. That was an eye opener for me, letting me know that I must read, study and research the material I?m learning.

too be honest I would not give myself any advice because that idea would ruin my college experience. I started off my freshman year going in blind. I carried a lot of anxiety with me that first semester but it slowly unwinded to being one of the experiences I ever had in my life. that is why I would never want to spoil my future even if I had the chance.

What advice would I give myself? As a senior in high school, I was very active. I knew my schedule and it was set in stone. We were told what assignments to do and how to do them exactly; every little detail to help us get an A on our report cards. It has changed completely now. From learning this, I would have told myself to try and take the initiative to talk to teachers more and ask questions about the assignment. Also, when preparing papers, make sure to actually take the time to draft, draft, and draft because I had to learn this the hard way in college.I would also give myself advice, and to all upcoming college students, to learn to manage your time! This is essential. As a double major student, there are not enough hours in the day to complete things. I?m not complaining because I love every bit of it, but when scheduling homework time to ?partying? time, make sure to manage your time appropriately so you will benefit. I used to just go with the flow back in high school and hoped that it all went well.

If i could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself that it would not behoove me to wait a full year like I have. Reason being I have lost the motivation and strive I once had. I thought hey I've been in school for 12 years I just want a break. Now looking at some of my peers and seeing how far they have come and progressed it makes me more ambitious than ever. Yes, I am trying to get back on track but i can't help but think how ignorant I was to the knowledge and informative lectures i was being offered. I would tell myself, just take a shot at it you never know what you could achieve or accomplish. The transition will be alot more complicated now that I have waited so long. Had I just went when I graduated I wouldn't be having these hesitant moments. I believe It is the fear of success for a person like me. I have asperations that will nevever grow old along with the faith I bestow in myself.

If i could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would say many things. First, I would tell myself to take more time to explore different careers because knowing what you want to do helps you set out a career plan and allows you to be ahead of the game. Second, I would tell myself to live in the moment because memories from my senior year are going to last with me forever so make those memories great. Thirdly, I would tell myself to spend more time with my family because once you move away all those little things that you did together you will miss a lot. Lastly, I would tell myself to try my hardest in college and to never give up because even though these next four years (or more) will be extremely challenging, when I am done I can live the way I have always dreamed of.

"Don't worry. It will all work out." How many times did I hear those words from my parents, relatives and friends in the last few months of my senior year? I knew they were meant in comfort, but at the time, I didn't feel comforted. The glamour of senior year had worn off, and I was clinging to my childhood with both hands. How I wish I had listened to those words! I'm only one semester into my college experience and, though it's been a tough transition, I wouldn't trade it for the world. Remembering how anxious and sad I was to be leaving home, there are so many things I wish I could go back and tell myself. I'd say that the classes aren't as scary as I thought, that all the high school drama that seems important will soon mean nothing, that my friends at home won't forget about me. But more than anything, I'd say the best thing about college is the freedom to choose who I want to be, and that I have no one to please but myself. "Don't worry. It will all work out."

"Morgan, you better study for that test you have tomorrow." These words were repeated frequently from my mom as I made my way through high school. And of course I would always respond with, "Don't worry mom I'll be fine I promise." However, things are completly different now. I can honestly say that one thing that would've been helpful knowing in high school to better prepare for the college experience, would be to learn to push myself to study harder. In high school I was the type of person who didn't need to study that often or even at all to be successful on a test. Now that I am in college however, things have become more difficult. I am constantly finding myself having to stay focused and study for hours at a time rather than glancing over my notes right before the test. At the beginning of my first semester this was a difficult transition for me so I think if I would've better prepared myself in high school then this wouldn't have been such a difficult transition. All in all I have learned to overcome this obstacle throughout my experience thus far.

I'm sure it would be a pleasure for everyone if we could go back in time and re-live a cjhapter of our lives. I know if I could go back to myself as a high school senior, I would definitely know what to expect from my first year at college. I think I would tell myself to be open to as many opportunities as possible. It's amazing how many opportunities there are in college. There are so many clubs and events to participate in. I wish I would have taken more advantage of them. I also would have told myself to go into my first year with an open mind. Its always good for students to break out of their shell and maybe try something new. With an open mind and a good attitude, anything is possible. Students have the ability to be anyone they want to be in college. Its a fresh start, and a place to take chances. College is a time to take advantage of new opportunities and branch out of your comfort zone! I wish I would have known that coming in to this great experience.

If I could tell go back in time, I would tell myself to work harder at my English homework and not put it off til the last minute like I did so many times first semester here at Central. I would also tell myself to get more invovled, maybe join the band or be apart of the drama department in someway. I would also tell myself to be careful with whatever I say and be more friendly and watch the way I act around people so that I don't come off as being rude or angry.

"Don't be afraid," I said. He looked up at me, his elevated right eyebrow embodying his skepticism. A bewildered smirk crawled shyly across his lips. I was familiar with the expression. It said I had no intention of slowing down or giving up - I made it a lot my senior year. In that moment, it didn't feel like I had time-travelled at all, and was merely looking at my reflection in some kind of perfect living mirror. "Afraid?" he asked. "Afraid of WHAT? If you and I are the same, then you know I wasn't scared of the 'College Experience!' What will I possibly be afraid of?" I had forgotten how sarcastic I was. His words were saturated with it - each one oozed. "When the ten-page papers begin to pile up," I began, "Don't be afraid. When campus gets dark and every building begins to look the same - don't be afraid. When your roommates come crashing inside only a few hours before a big exam - don't be afraid. When you feel homesick and realize your own bed is three hours away - don't be afraid." He cleared his throat. I walked away.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would first tell myself, do not ever give up! I would also say, that good grades are very important, so keep up the good work! I would also make sure to tell myself that college is not always going to be easy and it is not always going to be the best thing ever. However, if you make it the thing ever, chances are, you will have that attitude and beleive it is! Always stay positive. A lot of things happen in life that bring you down and you can't let that stop you from your dream! DO NOT...EVER LET ANYONE TELL YOU THAT YOU CANNOT GET YOUR DREAM! YOU MUST STAY POSITIVE!!! If you do not stay positive, nothing will go your way. Think of the negative things as bumps in the road, you just have to slowly coast over them with attention and patience. College is what you make of it, so make it amazing!

If I could go back and give myself advice as a high school senior, it would be to save your money for different college expenses. As a high school senior, I had two jobs and no financial responsibilities. All the money I made went to frivolous things, such as clothes, shoes, hair appointments, etc. My parents would tell me to save money for school, but of course I did not listen to them. Now that I am in college, I realize why my parents were telling me to save my money. Besides the room and board and tuition, college can be very costly. I have been paying over $300 a semester in books alone. There are also cost for being involved in different organizations. And if you want to do anything besides staying in your room on the weekend, it will cost money. I was unaware of all these cost going into college. If I had saved even half of what I made in high school, I would be living a little easier. Now I am truly living like a ?broke college student?.

Given the chance to go back in time to offer myself advice as a high school senior, the most important thing I would explain is the importance of becoming involved within the residence hall and campus community as soon as possible. Making those life long connections not only creates new relationships but it also allows you to feel more connected to the school and community. Being involved really showed me how to better mannage my time while still being able to keep up with my academic and social responsibilities. The one other thing I would stress to myself is the importance of taking advantage of opportunities both on and off campus. Take the chance to try new things, you're only in college once and Central offers a variety of events to try out. Go out and have a good time, that doesn't mean you have to drink either. Some of the best memories are the ones you make when completely alcohol free. Staying in all the time allows others to think they can take advantage of you, which is simply unfair. Most importantly, ENJOY your time in college! You'll never get these years back.

I would have told myself to try and search for more colleges. Spend more time trying to get all the information that I would need to decide which college to attend. Make sure you know all the facts. Go for more than one tour of the campus and study the maps of each one. And most importantly to spend a little more time looking for scholarships that will help affording the college I wish to attend. The more you recieve the better chance you have of being able to stay enrolled and complete your college education.

If I went back to senior year to counsel myself about college, I would stress three pieces of advice. The first would be to sweat the little stuff now and develop good study habits because you are going to need them on your own time in college, the land of no no-nonsense, required doctors notes and required reading. The second would be to keep an open mind to campus size, location, and housing. Attending a small high school should not set a limit on campus or living space size. Visiting colleges once or more than that is the only way to formulate your own opinion about the college including campus size amongst other things like academic programs The last piece of advise I would give myself is to find means of making money while attending school. Whether this involves putting saved money from the summer in a savings account or finding an on campus job in the summer time depends completely on the individual but it is of absolute importance to keep saving. Once at college adaptation happens undoubtedly, however taking it upon yourself to find the right college will ease and decrease undesirable changes needed to be made.

I would tell myself that while choosing to live in a dorm with strangers instead of your best friend will seem tough at times, it serves an important purpose. It is essential to make new friends in college, but keep the old. Try your best to form friendships with people in your residence hall, in classes, in any groups you may join. Focus on classes and doing your best, but it really won't be as hard as you think so don't stress out too much. Also, in high school you would never dream of going out and doing something at midnight on a Wednesday, but take the chance, it might lead to great things.

Dear Young Amanda, We haven't talked in awhile, and I realized that you need some advice as you get ready for college. First, be open! One of the best parts of college is getting to know new people and seeing the world from their point of view. There are people from all over the world right in your hall! So take the time to get to know them; see what others have to say. Second, do NOT be afraid of change. At first, college may seem overwhelming. You will be away from friends and family, adjusting to a new environment, and going to new classes. However, there is no need to worry! This experience is meant to change you and help you to become an independent adult. Just take a deep breath and have fun with it. Remember the importance of studying. How could I give advice without bringing up academics? With all the new activities, new responsibilities, and new boys, studying may fall to the wayside. It does for many college students, but don't let this happen to you. Remember your main purpose for being here! Keep everything balanced and you will be fine. Sincerely, Old Amanda

If I could travel back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, there are so many pieces of advice that I would want to give myself. Out of all the things that I would want to tell myself, there is one thing that I feel would be most important. That one thing would be to make the most out of my college career. This can be taken many ways, and my intention is to cover all of those ways. I would want to make sure that I studied harder and did better in some of the classes that I have already taken. I would want to make sure that I fully participate in different organizations within the college. I would want to make sure that I make the most out of the whole college experience. That is what I feel would be the most important thing that I would redo if I could.

I would stress to myself that in order to provide a wonderful and amazing life for my future children I should do anything and everything I can to get into college. I would tell myself that I wont be happy stuck in a job that is not fullfilling or interesting; and to take my love for animals and run with it, that the possibilities are endless and I can accomplish so much. That I will be able to provide the way i should for my children doing something that I love everyday if I dont settle and run for my dreams. I would also tell myself NOT to get wrapped up in the parties and the boys and to focus on building a future that I can and will be proud of.

I would tell myself to really think about what I wanted to go into as far as a career. I would tell myself to work a lot more and really try to keep a job to transfer to the college community. I would tell myself to stop worrying about chasing boys and trying to keep that popular status, when none of that really matters in college. You make new friends and hardley talk to the ones from high school. I would stress that grades and studying are way more important than staying out way too late with friends. College's don't accept you based on your social status, but on your academics and involvement. Which is another thing I would talk to myself about. If I had been more involved in the past I would really have a lot to say on my resume when applying for a career. I would tell my self to keep my head up and that the best and most important years of my life are about to start. I wish someone would have told me to look forward to my future, because from what i see now, things keep getting better.

If I could go back to when I was a senior in high school and know all the I know now, I would tell myself to work hard and to never give up. I would tell myself to do all the work and never slac off. I would encourage myself to apply for scholarships and/or grants so that I can pay for college instead of my parents trying to help me out. I would tell myself to think about what I would like to see in my roommates. I would tell myself to keep my head up when times in school and classes get tough. If I could go back to my senior year knowing what I know now, I would change so much.

If i could go back in time and talk to myself as a highschool senior about transitioning into college life I would tell myself to study more and work harder. The harder you struggle makes it all worth it in the end, and your determination pays off in the long run. I would have told myself to never give up and to always strive to my fullest ability to achieve my biggest goals. But everyone learns from their mistakes and now is my time to shine! From this day on I will accomplish everything I never thought I could, I have the faith and determination I needed in High School. But it is never too late to reach for the stars.

Knowing what I know now about college life, the advice I would give myself would be to take AP tests to receive college credit, develop time management skills, and involving yourself with a good group of friends. First, AP tests is sound advice because I would have saved myself a couple thousand of dollars in classes. Secondly, I would tell myself to develop solid time management skills, because when I was a freshmen all I wanted to do was hang out with friends. This can lead to laziness in the classroom. While I have never failed a class, which is evident by my 3.3 GPA at Central Michigan University, I still could have done a lot better. Finally, I would tell myself to get involved with good people. This is essential to one's college success because firends at school become family. If one does not have a group of friends that cares about their well being, they will find college life much more difficult. In the end, if I were to give myself advive from when I was a senior, these are the aspects that would have made me much more successful in my freshman year.

As like many high school seniors, I had no idea what to expect from my transition to a college freshmen. High schools cannot fully prepare their seniors for the higher education level classes, the work they will be expected to complete, the amount of time out of class that needs to be spent on studying, and balancing school work with the freedom college life brings. If I could go back in time, knowing what I know now about college, I would talk to myself as a senior in high school and tell myself about what to expect within the next year. I would tell myself to schedule out my time daily. Set back time, each day to study and complete homework. if you do not set back time you will not only fall behind but also get distracted by all the surrounding activities that the college life brings. College is a time to have fun and enjoy yourself but always remember you first priority in college is to earn a degree. Partying and hanging out with your friends before your school work is completed will not help you succeed in reaching your goal of receiving a degree.

If I were to talk to myself as a high school senior knowing what I know now about college life, my biggest advice would be to get involved and take some risks. You usually get only one shot at college so why not try to make the best of it? Try to take that swing dancing class you have always wanted to participate in, go out and join the group that is going to serve lunch at a soup kitchen or travel with International Student Volunteers and make a difference in another person's life. Make as many new friends in as diverse of places as you can, they can only make you a better person. The people you meet here can be life-long friends and can make you look at things you previously had not looked at before. The trick is to balance your school work, social life and heath: if you can do that, you will have an amazing college experience. Last but not least, I would tell myself to not worry so much and try every so often to push myself out of my comfort zone; that is where you will find a new you.

Past me, take the time to apply to more schools and scholarships. I know you think that it's a waste of time and really annoying because you KNOW all the best colleges will be fighting to get you. I can tell you for a fact, you do not know it all, and unless you have more athletic ability than I remember, no college is going to fight for your enrollment. So sit down and fill out those applications and scholarships. You will not regret it. Also, do not sign those college applications with a declared major like engineering or business. Instead, sign all of them as undecided. I realise you know what you want to do with your life, but I have changed my major three times. Also, really look into internships and international experience. Job opportunities in the future do not care about what sports you played or how many friends or clubs you joined. They care about if you took a leadership role in those clubs or what job related experience you have. Believe me, doing a Disney Internship and Study Abroad were the best part of my college experience so far. so you do it to!

I would apply for more scholarships. I would plan in advance more about money. I feel that academicly i was prepared but i would have been more prepared with money

I know that you are worried about fitting in at college. Whether people will like you or whether you'll never find a niche. Stop worrying. Trust God. Everyone finds a niche at college, if they don't then they haven't tried. People at college are way more accepting than in high school. No one here cares about your sense of style or you taste in music, the main thing people notice about you is your personality. They only judge you based on your friendliness. Just be open to new people and new experiences and you'll find exactly where you are supposed to be and who you should be around. You'll find out soon enough how much more responsible you'l become in college, so don't worry know about how your shy when it comes to shopping or ordering food. You'll find your niche, you'll grow into the true you, and yes, you'll still have problems, but it'll be okay. Trust your instincts, they'll never lead you astray.

I would tell myself the next 4-5 years are the most important days of your young life. The decisions you make during this time will affect your for decades to come,. Education is a passport for a multitude of oppourtunities that can enrich your life. Knowledge can empower a person to pursue a career they truly enjoy. Lifelong freindships are cemented that will benefit a person in many ways. As a young adult you now have the time and oppourtunity to search for what truly inspires you to make a difference. Lastly, I would advise myself to enjoy the time but not at the expense of acheiving the goal of a college degree. Adults do complete education sucessfully later in life but not without sacrificing your family life in some way. Don't waste the opppourtunity of a lifetime and seize the moment. Get your education now.

The transition is not as bad as you might think. Pack smart! Only pack what you know you will absolutly need. There is only so much space, and remember, you have to share that space with at least one other person. When it comes to classes, attendence is very important. Good study habits are also useful. If you ever need help, there are a lot of resources to help you be successful. Cell phones and the internet are two of the greatest inventions if you ever get homesick. Don't feel like you have to go home every weekend, just call if you get a little homesick. Finally, go out and try new things, and make new friends. You only get this experience once, so make the most of it!

I would focus more on studying, I spent my first two years of college barely focusing on my education and now I've had to make up for it. I would also tell myself to enjoy those years since they're gone and the things I've done at other schools and the people I've met are mostly just memories now so enjoy it while I can.

Many high schoolers hurry their way through school because they are eager to get to college. This is how I was when I was in high school. I focused on the future, and always wondered how college life would be. However, I made a critical mistake that, if given another chance, I would drastically change. Now that I am in college, I am beginning to realize how much I took high school for granted. I miss playing high school sports. I miss spending every minute of every day with the same friends. I miss the good times. I miss the memories. If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to live in the moment, not the future. I would tell myself to focus every ounce of my energy on making lasting memories, and to fully utilize the time that I have left. Paralleling this advice with college, I would tell myself to do the same thing once college starts. I would tell myself to enjoy every semester of every year of college, no matter how stressful or difficult it may be, and that you only get one chance.

From what I know about college life now I would have saved as much money as I could of from my job i worked at through high school. I also would have made sure I tried even harder to get a better ACT score to better my chances of getting scholarships and would have tried harder to sign up for scholarships. I know I would plan on making sure I have a more organized way of doing things so I wouldn't be so stressed and have more of a hard time finding things and doing my school work. If I could go back I would also tell myself to try and join different organizations or groups to be able to meet new people and try new things. I would set different goals for myself to stick to as well. Over all I would tell myself that know matter what happens to never give up because God puts obsiticals in our way for a reason and if he didnt think we couldnt handle them then he wouldn't have put them there. Those are the most important things I think I would of told myself to have prepared me better.

An education is forever. First and foremost, when looking for a college, educate yourself. Choose your college wisely by researching what each college has to offer you. Find that school that allows you to be yourself but also allows you to grow. Make sure the college you choose will challenge you and make you practice ready. When starting school and throughout your undergraduate years, remember that the main goal is an education. Yes, it is the first time that you will be free and independant but don't let your newly found freedom get in the way of why you are truly there. An education is forever. Take this education seriously; you are given an opportunity that many people are not given. A college education does not solely rely on books. Personal growth and becoming a well-rounded person are also important. Make each lesson learned, from people and books, a noteworthy and positive experience. Finally, be independant and assure of who you are, what you stand for and who you are going to be.

There was a lot that I didn't know when I was that young. I would tell myself to get more involved while in high school and to really consider what kind of eperience you want while in college. There are so many opportunities one you get there to join a group, choose an area of study, make friends. Remember you're going to be living with other people. It will be extremely fun and challenging at the same time. Have an idea of what your interested in and what classes you would want to take. College is expensive and there isn't a whole lot of time to figure out what you want to do. Most of all, college is meant to be fun, exhilirating, challenging, and so much more. But its only one part of your life. Eventually you'll have to go into the real world and it will com emuch faster than you would wish so make the most out of everything. In addition to the great education you will receive, you're going to meet so many different people and make friends for life.

If i could back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would first prove that it is me and say I have important advice. I would tell myself to calm down, and please don't listen to your dad. I would say you can be anything and you will so dont stress and when dad gets you mad just know in less than a year you will be on your way to something bigger, better, the life you truley want. I would also advise myself to fill out the applications 2 weeks earlier so I dont miss the counselor on the last day and cry over break because I wont get in. Lastly I would say keep your attitude in check because everything works out and you freaked out a little more than neccessary, causing people to get annoyed with you about how worried you were. Just breathe, and enjoy your prom, it will be great, and the rest of the best year ever.

Going from a small town school to attending the thrid largest university in the state is a big change. Classes are set up very differently, you are going to have to study and read outside of class time. Also, you will not develope a relationship with the teachers like you did in highschool, but if you need help don't be afraid to ask for help. Beware of alcohol. If you begin your college years drinking you will soon find yourself in a habit that is incredibly hard to quit. When school frist starts look into clubs and other on campus activities, here you will meet some really cool people. Plus, if you do it when you first start your college career it makes it much easier. Get involved right away. And never feel like you have to do something to impress someone, such as your roommates. If you don't exactly click with your roommates, just remember there are thousands of other students outh there, there are bound to be a few more like you.

Be sure you have a nice grip on time management. Classes themselves may not be as long, but the homework assignments can be a huge time consumer. If you've depended on teachers in high school for every little thing, you better grow up because although college professors make themselves available to you, they will NOT walking you step-by-step and baby you. If you want to do well in school it will cost you some of your social life. If you still want more of a social life, enroll parttime, just be aware that means twice as long to finish (4 years vs. 8 years).

Try not to worry about college so much. You're going in not knowing what you want from life, but before your first semester ends, you'll have found two programs that you love so much that you can't decide between the two. Then, you'll just have to figure out what to do with that dual major. Give it time. It'll come to you. You'll have some amazing academic advisors to help you on your journey. They truly want you to succeed, and they will love to hear about your accomplishments. Try not to be afraid to tell them your career goals. Your advisors will help to point you in the right direction. Making friends in college will be natural. You'll have made your core group of friends before your first week of school is over. They're good people stick with them. Nowhere else will you find a group of people that love MarioKart just as much as you do. P.S. Don't let your high school chemistry teacher discourage you. You will have better chemistry teachers and receive much better grades than you ever imagined. It'll all be worth it.

Many people say that if they could go back in time, they would do things differently; that they would spend more time focused on school, on their grades, on getting into college. However, if I could go back and talk to myself as a senior to give myself advice, I would actually do the opposite of this. I would tell myself to let loose and have a little fun, so that way it's all out of my system by the time I get to college. College is supposed to be one of the best times of your life, but I also feel that it should be a focused time. I think that high school is your last bit of childhood before you are expected to enter into the real world, and I know that the stress of getting ready for college gets to many students. I, personally, wish that I would have enjoyed my senior year more instead of just rushing through it and getting so wrapped up in the pull of college. Stress is for later in life - I think that seniors should take the time to enjoy themselves and spend time with their family and friends.

I'd say "Anthony, what you need to focus on this year is money and academics. Don't play any sports and just work and work on scholarships because in college you will need them. Also make sure you get enough money out of a loan to live on campus. Don't screw around. This is the most important time of your life. Now GET TO WORK!!"

If I could go back in time, I would wish to go further back into highschool and give myself advice all through high school. I had a rough time of it in high school, but by senior year I had finally figured things out. My first three years though, I wish I could go back and encourage myself to work harder and get out of my slump. I wish I could go back and help myself get through the rough times and tell myself to never give up, even when things are tough. The only advice I would give myself enior year would be to start applying early so that I wouldn't have to stress about applications later.

If I was given the opportunity to address my high school senior-self with my current knowledge of college life, I would tell myself to always keep an open mind. The people and places are all diverse and should not all be treated with the same attitude. I would tell myself to always present myself in a professional manner, for one never knows the situation of the other people you communicate with. I would tell myself to get prepared for anything to happen, and to push through any obstacle to get to my destination. Finally, I would tell myself to never give up on my goal of becomming an educator. Keep your eyes on your dream, do what is necessary to succeed, and forget about petty worries. Be the best person you can be, and everything else will fall into place.

Don't be in such a rush to get out of high school and out of the house. If you spend your senior year wishing for the next August to come, you will lose out on so many things because your focus is on one thing and everything else is pushed to the side. Some of the novelty of college wears off after the first week or so, and you'll start wishing you hadn't wished away the last year of high school. So enjoy high school, friends, your parents now, because college will be there before you know it.

College is not easy to adjust to, it takes time. I believe the best advice I could give, is to prepare youself well. Obviously, nobody knows what to fully expect in college but I think it is important to prepare early. If will keep you on track and less scared for the changes that your new school may bring. Studying is something that you should definitely start to learn in high school because that is what you will be doing the majority of your time during college. Don't be too scared though, there is thousands of people that will be able to help you adjust to the college life.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would have a lot to say. I would tell myself that they are going to fine; college classes and college life are not awful as you are anticipating. Although is not fun all the time, you will love college. Not only will you get along with your roommates, they will become your closest friends. Stop underestimating yourself, you will be fine in all of your classes, just as you always were. You will even make the Dean's list. Also, don't be afraid to take risks, become more outgoing, and be more social. Don't be afraid to get outside of your comfort zone, you won't regret it.

I'd say to myself, "Self, sit down and breathe. Enjoy your life; it only goes by so fast because you're wasting your days worrying about acceptance letters and GPAs, which are panicking you to say the least. You're letting your senior year stress you out so much that it's clouding the excitement you should have for this very wonderful new beginning that you're heading towards. It's okay to go out to live and laugh - but please don't slack, it shows. You've had three years of high school already, and this last year should be no different except in the fact that your hard work should start paying off. College is going to make you feel so alive and sure of yourself. All you have to do is make sure that you have the motivation, put in the time and effort to get there, and you will. Ease up on yourself and your stress level. When you do get there, you'll love it more than anything you've ever experienced."