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The advice I would give myself would be not to stress out the entire year. College is important, but maintaining your sanity and health is more important. I would tell myself not to set my mind on one specific school; it just sets you up for disappointment if you do not get accepted or cannot afford it or cannot go because of some other circumstance. It is not what college or university you go to but about the experience you have there. The college experience does not make you, you make the college experience. Also, I would tell myself to apply for as many scholarships as I could. Yes, it takes time to apply, but the outcome is totally and completely worth it. The more applications you fill out, the more chances you have at winning scholarships. Finally, I would tell myself to truly appreciate my family, friends, education, and surroundings. You are only at home for so long, and you really need to appreciate everything your home offers before you leave and build a new home somewhere else. You need to take advantage of the time that you are given, because you do not have much time left.

I would tell my self that education, my education is the most important thing for a better future. I would tell myself that school is a very serious situation its important to do your best. My education is not something that can be blown off as if it were not a major goal or issue in my life. I would tell myself that It is not even that hard as long as you focus and dedicate time to your studies. I would tell my self then stop being afraid to fail and take a chance because if I dont try thats when I really fail. I fail my self. I let fear of failing hold me back in the past so I would make sure to get the point across that is ok to take a risk and worry about failure but its not ok to let fear keep you from taking that risk, when it comes to something that can imporve my life so much an education. I would tell my self by doing well in school I improve things not only for my self but for my family and friends. Giving them better oppertunities with dedicated hard work

I learned a lot of things in college, much of it in the classroom, more of it in the clubs I ran and activities I planned, and most importantly in the real world of work and friends. It is hard to pick only one thing I would want to tell myself before college, but the ?Big Dumb Smile? (BDS) definitely wins out. The big dumb smile is a skill I learned to keep my boss happy when I was having a bad day. He would get upset when the customers weren?t smiling, so I had to learn the art of smiling no matter what. What I have learned since, is that the BDS is not only the key to a happy boss, but also a happy professor, and happy people who want to be your friend. I would tell myself that no matter how sad, scared, or insecure I felt a BDS will always pave the way to friendship and support. I would tell myself there are many scary things in the transition to college life, but a smile will help dispel them. And, that the BDS often brings such wonderful things to my life that it becomes real.

Honestly, I would have had a better social life in high school. In my experience at Columbia College Chicago, I do a lot of networking to get job and creative opportunities. It took a while to develop my social skills to the level that I needed them to be at to be successful. I would have also had a better part time job, because I have a ton of loans to deal with now. Other than that, I am exactly where I need to be, and I couldn't have made a better decision than to come here.

If I could go back to my senior year, I would tell myself: Don't wait to make a decision. I took so long to decide on what I wanted to do in life and where I wanted to go to get my life started, that I put myself in a hard situation. I will have years of dept to pay and will not be able to start my dream as soon as I had hoped. Procrastination and ignorance are very bad things that not only put myself in poor situations but my parents and family as well. I left them at home with my old life and never want to see that side of my behavior again.

Study harder and don'r grow up to fast!

I would tell myself that I don't have to rush into making a decision on my major. I should take my time and explore all my options. The first year of college should be fun but know that you still should keep up your grades and if you need help don't be ashamed to ask for it whether it be from your parents or from a study group or counselors. I would also say that you can always change your mind. Never look at your decisions as final and that changing your direction is often more couragous then staying on course. No matter how far along you are in your decided major, if you want to change, go for it, and it is never too late. Take a chance and you might suprise yourself. This is the time where you learn the most about you and who you are as a person. Be confident and ambitious and you will meet and exceed your personal goals.

Assuming I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would advise mysef to save up money for tuition and try harder in all my classes for a better GPA. Although my GPA is good I'd rather push myself to achieve better. I would also tell myself to apply for financial aid as soon as possible and look at all my options. Looking back, I would tell myself about all the classes and which ones to try hardest for and which I shouldn't waste time on. I would describe the campus and all the wonderful things and tell myself to get involved in groups and demonstrations for my freshman year of college to make more connections and friends. Lastly, I'd tell myself that networking can be started early on and that it's best to network with lots of different people with different interests.

There is so much advice I would give to myself back in high school that would have completely changed my transition to college in the past. First, I would tell myself to start applying for scholarships and grants as soon as possible because there is alot of money that goes unclaimed. I would also say to be involved with everything in my community and school that I can. It not only helps others but it helps yourself as well. Another thing that I would say is to not be afraid to talk to my teachers and counselors about getting help and guidance for college. Sometimes they can help you out the most. Also the library will become one of the most vital resources when you go to college so make sure to get a library card and look for all the books I need there first. I would also tell myself that if possible, try to stay in the dorms for at least one year. Staying in the dorms helps you stay in touch with other students and your school. Last but not least, I would tell myself to enjoy high school while I can and always be myself!

Don't worry. Everything really is going to be okay.

If I could go back to my senior year in high school with h knowledge I have now about college, I would try to enocourage myself to be more responsible and be ready to prepare myself for life in the real world. College is a place where time management, self-control, and maturity is necessary to succeed in a college setting. I would also encourage myself to ask more questions and get involved in as many activities as possible, as these things help to enrich your college experience.

I would start by telling that you do not need to be in a rush to choose your life's work. What you need to do is discover what you like and what you want to pursue. You have to work on things you enjoy doing if you want to be good at what you do. There will be junctions in all roads you travel and you must make a decision at each junction. You'll never know where the other road would have led, so always forge ahead on the chosen path without looking back. Schools can be very expensive sometimes so make sure you always give 110{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} in everything and get as much information as you can (networking with people from your school for example). This is your life and your future so make sure you are prepared for any obsticles and always have your head up no matter what comes through your path in becoming successful. Best, Charles

There have been many times where I wish I could have went back in time to give myself advice in the past. When it comes to college life and making the transition I could have used that guidence a year ago. When I was a senior I had a difficult time deciding which schools I wanted to apply at, what to major in, or did I want to live in a city or suburbs? All were very important questions that I know confuse a lot of high school seniors. I believe that everyone has a set path in life to reach his or her goal, it's a matter of stepping outside one's comfort zone to find it. If I could travel back in time I would have told my past self what my true path was going to be and how happy I am at my school that I picked. I would tell her to not stress about turning in loan forms or medical records and to enjoy the time you have as a high school senior, for it's one of the most carefree times of your life. High school was casual, college is formal.

If you're not 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} ready to go to college, then don't. And this might seem contradicting, but you should push yourself to be ready. Don't be afraid. But don't waste your time either. You've known for a long time now that being an artist is not just a full time job, it's more like an obsession. It requires a lot of work and dedication. As much as you know you're going to learn from your professors, don't be afraid to experiment on your own. Learn from your peers and the internet. Don't shy away from abstract art, cartoons, fashion, or anything else that catches your eye for either positive or negative reasons. It caught your eye for a reason. Everything that you look at you can learn from. Art is not created in a vacuum, so take what you can from your surroundings and try to be more open to things that put you outside of your comfort zone. This whole college thing is just another life experience for you to learn from, so make it yours.

Hannah, college is going to be one of the most exciting experiences of your life if you embrace each day with an open mind. You must take advantage of all the positive opportunities that are set in front to you and not let fear decide your fate. It is so important to step out of your comfort zone to try new things. If you find yourself in a funk, try to find ways to motivate yourself to do whatever you are passionate about. Don?t think that anything is wrong with you if you don?t know exactly what you want to do because college is your time to explore. Take everyday as it comes and don?t spend your time worrying and stressing out about juvenile things. Be open to new people and don?t judge people based on first impressions. Time management is extremely important so set up a system that allows you to accomplish all the things you want. Lastly invest your time with people you enjoy and allow you to express who you are in a non judgmental setting. Hope this will help you embark on your journey through college.

The advice I would give to my high school senior self would be a saying that I say to myself very often these days - "This is why we're here." When I first started my college career, I had underestimated my work load and the impact the transition would have on me. I experienced a lot of stress and attempting to finish projects felt hopeless most of the time. What helped me immensely was stopping to take a breath and telling myself, "This is why we're here." This phrase helps calm me down because it is full of truth. College is supposed to be different, challenging, and sometimes scary. If I wasn't dedicated to the challenges and the stress of college, then I would have no reason to be there. This phrase is very humbling and brings me back to reality when I feel like I have no control over my life. If I could have grasped the meaning to this phrase in high school, I feel that I would have pushed myself harder and accomplished bigger things. If I would have had this advice back then, I feel that I would have been more prepared for college.

I honestly have to say that listening to advice is not always that easy for me, but I never thought about giving myself advice. Now that I think of it, I do know something I would tell myself as a high school senior. That piece of advice I would give myself is to choose the right school the first time. I was rushed into picking a school and was only pushed to pick that school because they offered me the most money. I found my time at this particular school not too much fun. The friends I made were the best, but the school just did not fit me. I found myself transferring to Columbia College Chicago at the end of my freshman year and I can honestly say that decision was the best decision I ever made. I felt comfortable and at home. Money should not be the deciding factor when choosing a school; I unfortunately had to learn the hard way. Choose a school that you know you will love and know you will look forward to going to everyday. College is meant to be fun, so pick a school that will paint your imagination.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself again, I would ask myself, one all-consuming question: What do you want most from life? And, after asking my young, naive self this important question, I would grab myself by the shoulders, look myself straight in the eyes, and whisper small three words: ?Never forget that.? Someone seems to have forgotten to tell me, to tell everyone . As much as college is an intense course of education that ultimately leads to a degree, it is also a journey of self-discovery and self- revelations. It is a time of independence, new environments, and odd circumstances known as ?academia.? Consequently, it is during this time of complete, uninhibited freedom that a young person learns the true meaning of peer pressure, social influences, and ?adult fun.?There is no warning though. Many students, including myself, get sucked into college life and all its social distractions. Amidst the binge drinking, substance abuse, Bar outings, and just overall social atmosphere it?s easy to lose yourself. A person must fight hard to keep focused. Thus, I would advise myself to exhibit a strong sense of intrinsic motivation, ALWAYS working toward my goals.

If I could go back and give myself advise concerning college, I would tell myself to keep on the path that you are on right now that it is the right one and when you are on that path no matter how much you want to quite don?t because you do have talent and don?t let any one tell you different. I would also tell myself to not let things get to you so much and that even though everyone seams really nice when you first meet them but be careful because you will so discover who your true friends, but in general people are amazing, and do not let those relationships with your friends get destroyed, also all the instructors are amazing so pay attention to what they are saying even if you think they are just pulling stuff out of no where because it will make sense in the end.

A light breeze entered through a small crack located on the window of the senior?s snack room . I shook my leg back and forth, with the list of endless colleges that I needed to apply for;scrolled through my mind like the credits from the ending of a movie. Reading and narrowing the ?to do? list that I had scratch down, I realized no where to be found was ?apply for scholarships?. Looking back at my life to where I am now married with two children, roughly 40 college credits; which I somehow struggled to accumulate through several city colleges. A tear rolled down my cheeks, when I saw my high school friend?s invitation for their college graduation arriving to my residence. During my high school years, my main targets were being accepted into college and earning excellent grades. Truly, now is when I can finally look back and see that the golden key is balance. The impeccable grades that I had successfully obtained would not pay for any of my college tuitions, neither would any of the college acceptance letters. One must struggle to search for all avenues in which would lead to financial assistance for college.

Enjoy this year. Next year, you?ll have tons of homework, even more debt, and more responsibility than you could possibly predict. Senior year is the last time you?re really being provided for and you have the opportunity to kick back. Go to the games and plays, pull good grades just to prove that you can do it, and leave things on good terms. I don?t care how much you hate it now, you will miss it. But I don?t expect you to take my word for it. Other than that, just don?t be dumb. Parking tickets, fender benders, broken bones, lost textbooks, damaged property, and everything other ?oops, I swear I didn?t mean to? mishap is costly. On that same note, don?t spend like a dummy, either. You don?t need another phone. Or a prettier laptop. Or the eighty dollar pair of jeans that made the mannequin?s butt look good. You?ll need that cash later on. And trust me, no matter how good that mannequin?s butt looked, those jeans won?t get your butt into college. Just keep that in mind.

Plain ahead! Don't wait until senior or even junior year to figure out your plan for college. This will save you much stress, because you will have a plan for your finances and your field. Get your fafsa done as early as possible. This will help you gain more money for grants and loans. Look deep into the college you want to attend, see if it fits you . apply to multiple colleges so you can have a plethra of schools to choose from. Never give up on your dreams and goals, they will shine as bright as a star one day. Through the pain, hard times and unclear skies. The star will shine.

Don't be afraid to go for what you really want because you're scared you won't be able to make a living out of it. Do you want to go into film? Go into film! Do you want to minor in art history? Minor in art history! You may not make a career out of what you study, but chances are, the skills you learn in those classes will be put to good use in the future. Don't fall into the trap of majoring into something just because you'll make more money in that field. If you're not passionate about it, it'll show, and hinder you from being successful. Just follow your heart, use your head, and you'll do just fine.

Congratulations on making it this far! I know that high school has not been as positive as you wished, but don't give up- don't you ever give up. You have known what you wanted to do your whole life, and so have your parents. Art is your life, and you couldn't have picked a better place to attend than Columbia College Chicago. Don't worry about high school, for it will soon be over and your summer will be the beginning of bright new experiences. College can be a bit overwhelming at first, but not discouraging. There is always something going on, and you will make new friends in minutes, and guess what? Your friends are just as excited to be there as you are. This is a place where you will always be accepted, always be heard, and always be valued. It feels so great to be here girl. All I can say is, once you start school, you won't want to leave. This is what you have been hoping for, and you have it. I know you will be happy.

I would tell myself the same thing I tell many young students in high school, including my two younger brothers. That college is an experience that you do not want to miss out on. College life is design as an opportunity and an enjoyable process that must be earned. The harder you work starting now, the easier it will be in the future. Teachers, counselors, principles, etc.. tell you the same information but you fail to give 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c}. Parents install in you to go to college but tell you nothing is guaranteed even with an degree, especially in these economic times. Making the transition from a high school student to an college student is a beautiful process. Getting a better sense of being on your own and making decisions that you never had to make is challenging but you always have the support of your school and your family. I have you to go to college and I truely know that you want to go also. Hardwork really does pay off!

Do not procrastinate Marion. If you are serious about going to college, don't wait to go a year after graduating college. I think that you should attend a college that is close to where you live and get your associate degree there, then you can move to a much more convenient area to pursue your career at Columbia College. One of your teachers recommended this college to you a couple years ago, take her advice and move forward with it. But move wisely, ask questions about what you need to do, be open for any suggestions about what you should do in terms of how to live and adjust to college life. This will be very essential to the success that you hope to achieve and will benefit you in the future. Don't let your fear get the best of you, Marion, you have too much potential to go to waste and I truly believe that you will be an asset to the lives of others as time goes on. I sincerely wish you a great experience in college and pray that God bless you.

Buy a nice duffle bag because you aren't living in on place for a very long time. Big Blue, my old soccer gear back with a broken shoulder strap and zippers that after using anyone can creat new four letter words. Big Blue and I have created a special and inevitable relationship bewteen twenty plane flights and ten road trips. Life is going to change, the places you go, the people you see, and your personality will change. One thing I wish I knew was: "Moving towns the buildings might change, but your still the same 'Phil.'" Stress overwhelmed me between division I athletics and achieving a perfect gpa in the first semester of college. Learning to adapt is a unique, eccentric, and marketable personality and while I feel I am adaptable, I have a lot to learn about the voyaging a buisness man goes through in the uprising of a career. Move forward relaxed and prepared for a once in a lifetime challenge.

I would say, "John! Get off your ass and talk to someone!" My first few weeks as a freshman were very calm and orderly. I didn't socialize and was extremely shy, to a fault really but it was so overwhelming and there were days when I really thought I was dreaming. I am from a small town in central New Jersey and going to Chicago scared me. "John," I would say, "You need to stop worrying about looking stupid and just let yourself go! Have fun for once!" The shy factor has always held me back, even to this day though its gone down drastically since high school. If there is one thing I will always be grateful for from Columbia it would be how much I've changed as a person and how much stronger and more confidant I am while around others my age or older. Finally I would say, "John, for god's sake, get a JOB!" I've worked all my life until going away to college and, to be frank, it ain't cheap.

If i could go back and give the high school ashley advice, i would tell here about a few different things. I would tell her to double check everything because college counselors don't look out for you like high school counselors. I would also tell her to take risks and take advantage of freetime because there are many sacrifices to be made in college. Also because taking risks and getting involved help you become comfortable with new people and new situations. Lastly I would tell her not to be afraid because with the right guidance and determination everything will work out just fine.

As a senior, all I knew was that since I hated highschool so much, I would never sign up for a square 4-year university. The most important thing to share is that there are schools (ie: Columbia) that are equally accredited, yet allow the student to build an educational experience around her special interests in a creative fashion. Every assignment should be owned and done with pride. When you join a community of young and ambitious people, excited about the world and the issues that concern you/it, the brain blossoms exponentially! Nothing is more empowering than the growth of the intellect and its power to affect society. Always follow the will of your innermost being after you have judged it to be conducive to the goals you have set for yourself. Objective reflection happens as knowledge increases and possessing the best intentions for every action insures you will be living the right life. The whole thing is a process and by staying in tune to your inner self, the excitement of life will not flee; no matter how 'broke' you may be!

Dear Megynn, College is great, It's hard but worth the effort you put in. Spend a lot of time in the tutoring center, it is the most useful tool you have, and it doesn't matter if it feels like your second home, the A at the end of the semester in Chemistry will make it all worth it. Find a good study group, life is a lot easier when you have friends to study with. Be outgoing , meet new people, and most of all, enjoy what you do, no matter what. Time goes by too fast, don't take any of it for granted. Like we always say, "Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass, but learning to dance in the rain."

If I could go back in time to talk to myself as a high school senoir I would not change anything major but I would definetely change a few small things.I would not change anything big because I learned form the good and bad things that I did.Its apart of life.You learn and you live and continue to live through what you have been through..But the first thing I would do Is to start on my college applications when school first started.That would have given me a larger selection of schools to choose from;not that it would be easier it would just show to how much work I put into the college applications and it shows that I am working on my future.College is not as hard as high school,its the fact that you have to stay on top of your work.You are in college to learn.Be more disciplined,stay away from drugs,parties,clubbing, and "friends"..But If you THINK you can handle it. GOOD LUCK!! :-)

Read assignments early, and get all your course materials at the campus bookstore because they give good refunds and only to editions they sell themselves. Don't take C&E from Jeff Ginsburg, take it from Kristi Bramlett. Take one science and one history at the same time, rather than two sciences and then two histories the next semester. Get involved in InterVarsity Christian Fellowship your first year of school. The University Center dining hall has great salads, so eat salads and avoid grilled cheese. Don't use the USPS to mail things to and from home, the Chicago branch is notoriously bad. It's okay if you dissagree with your classmates, just don't dismiss them because of it. Don't focus on compromising yourself during performances, focus on representing truth in humanity. Audition for EVERYTHING.

If i could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself a lot of things. Though I guess that if i were to tell myself about college life and making the transition I would have a few key things to tell myself. First of all i would say that studying is a neccissary thing to do and that i really do need to do it in college even though i didn't study much in high school. i would also tell myself that I should get out more and make more friends, not only that but I should also call back the people that i will meet in the first few weeks of school so that I will have a larger pool of people to call upon. Finally i would tell myself that I will have a rather easy transition to college life that is unlike a lot of the people i will meet. After these words of advice i would then take my leave of myself by telling myself to try harder in this last year of school.

I would tell my self to save my money, apply for scholarships as many and as early as possible, to start thinking about the final on the first day of class, to leave more than enough time to finish the projects, and to not take classes with certain professors. I would also warn myself not to bye my first car. I would tell myself not to get a certain job and to work in the costume-shop at school sooner rater than later. But the thing I would stress the most would be to apply for scholarships early and to work as hard as I can to make money to pay for school so I don't have to be part-time like I am right now :(

I don't think that theres anything that I really regret doing, I would just tell myslef to relax and have fun, because in college you learn alot about yourself and others, and music.. Have an open mind to different kinds of music because you just might enjoy it. Continue to practice everyday and keep the drive going to write and record. Don't always look for the easiest way, cause not everything everyone tells you will actually happen.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would of told her don't be so afraid to graduate high school. I would tell her you don't need to have all the answers right now to how your future is going to turn out, because once you leave high school is really when you find yourself and who you want to be. Moreover I would tell her that high school was a great experience that you had, but there is so much more you are going to find out about yourself in college, that you never thought possible. I'd also tell her you will go through a lot when it comes to problems at home, but never lose site of your education and use those struggles to make yourself into a strong leader. And know that you deserve to be getting the best education possible and don't doubt yourself so much. Always work as hard as you can when comes to studying your materials and do not be afraid to ask questions or for help when you need it. That is the best advice that I could give.

If I could go back in time and speak with myself, I would say, that the smart choice is college. I would warn myself not to try and get a job right away because that never works out. I would tell myself to try as hard as I can to succeed, that a higher educaton is what is best, that there is nothing like it. I would let myself know however that making the transition is difficult, but it is only a change an adventure. The adventure meaning, you meet new people, learn new skills, and better your life for the future. I would let me know that I shouldn't be afraid about such a big transition because in the end it is what is best and it will make me a stronger better person for it, and that I should be proud to go to college. My final words to myself would be to never give up and to reach for your own stars, because nothing can hold you back if you really wants to accomplish your dreams.

Knowing what I know now, I would tell myself, "Don't skip classes!" If you go to your classes you will save yourself a lot of grief down the line. Repeating a failed class because you didn't go the first time around is not worth the extra hour of sleep. Staying up late with new friends is an important part of the college experience, but it is no excuse for missing lectures. Even if some classes may seem boring, you can figure out a way to make the material apply to your interests. It becomes much easier to write papers and take tests when you have attended the lectures and understand the material covered. If I could, I would tell myself, don't skip classes.

The first thing I would tell myself is to stay focused. I have to remember what my goals are in life, and I will need to stay focused to stay ahead. I would mention to do my homework when I recieved it so that I would not wait until the last minute to work on homework. Study at least one hour a day for each subject just to keep the information fresh in my mind. Also, I would tell myself to get active. Join a group or something so that I can meet new people, and have something to do in my spare time. The last thing I would say is that I am going to school to futher my education. A college degree will get you a long way.

So much has changed within these past six months, that it?s hard to believe I?m the same person. I did a mass amount of maturing since starting college. It?s a shame we cannot go back to our past selves, but if we could there are three things I would say. First, go into college head first, because it truly helped me adjust to my new surroundings. I didn?t, and images of your past self can collide with the vision of your future. Remember, you can be a new person here. Another bit of advice concerns your professors. I waited until halfway through the semester before I attempted to know my teachers. This was a big mistake. If you go into talk to your teachers right away, they are much more willing to help you out. When it comes down to those last few points, they may actually slip them to you, pushing your grade up a whole level. Finally I would tell myself to loosen up and have some fun. Academics obviously come before play, but if you learn to enjoy your college years to the fullest, they will be a much more fruitful time guaranteed.

Don't believe what anyone has told you; all colleges are different, and depending on who is giving you advice, college might have changed a lot since they were attending. Also, just because you're going to enjoy learning and working in major-specific courses doesn't mean they'll be easy, you actually have to push yourself much harder. Don't procrastinate, and always do your best!

I would tell myself to calm down and take a year off of college. I realize now that i had no idea what i really wanted to do or where i wanted to go; i wasn't prepared. I would tell myself to work and save money for now. Look at colleges and really figure out what i wanted to study and then search through schools. It would be better

Columbia is as easy school to get in to. It is an easy school academically. Columbia, however, is very challenging when it comes to your faith. Hold onto your faith with eveything you have. Don't let people get to you when they question you insistanly about why you believe what you believe. Stay close with those people who are like-minded in faith, but do not be exclusive in friends to only those who have a relationship with Christ. Be open to meeting people and opening that conversation with them so that they can hopefully grow to understand you and your hope better. Don't be shy, speak loudly. Be bold and my make your voice heard.

Be more open to the possiblity that you might make mistakes. Don't feel bad if you're not in love with your school. Don't be afraid to transfer. Take classes that sound interesting to you, not classes that seem like they might be practical.

I would advise myself to not take procrastinate. Although I have more time to finish my work, and no one is making sure I finish it, I should ensure that I work on it as soon as possible. I'd also tell myself to ask more questions about my major, career field, and see what minors there are to complete.

It really doesn't matter where you attend college, as long as they have the major you're looking for... generally it's what you do while you are there, on and off campus that makes that the place you want to be.

If I could go back and find myself running from organization to organization as a high school senior, I would tell myself to relax, take a deep breath, and know that everything is going to be just fine. I would say that "school is going to be fun and you will get to do what you love. Now it will be difficult, but It will be worth it. Just enjoy the moment right now and don't worry about the future: I've got that under control."

I would advise myself to find a quite place (away from home) to study because the distractions from home can take a toll on doing homework. I would also advice myself not to live on campus unless i could have a room to myself, because the noise from other students is definetly a distraction when trying to do homework or simply relax.

I would tell myself to get involved! It sounds so cliche, but I had great friends at home. When I got to school in Chicago, 12 hours away from my home, I spent more time online talking to my friends back home or on facebook instead of going out to school activities or trying to be social. It made school all that more lonely, harder to be from home, and left me with no semblence of a social life, especially after my friends from home and I grew apart. I heard from my mother, the guidance counselors, and other students all telling me to make sure I went to school events to meet people, and I wish I would have listened. Knowing what I know now I would go back and tell myself to attend those events, bond with the floor, and even go to group dinners, it would have made the year so much better!