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Among the extracurricular at my college is a volunteer emergency medical squad of which I am a part of. The members of this squad all volunteer their time between and after classes in order to help students and faculty when they need it most. They are students from all variety of majors, of backgrounds, and of religions. Christians, Jews, Muslims, Hindus, Budhists, and many others working together to help other people, and when nothing else is going on, helping each other with their schoolwork. If we can work together, despite our many very diverse backgrounds and ideologies, then there is no reason the rest of the world cannot learn to do the same some day. Without that experience the world would seem to be a very dark and cold place without hope, that experience is the spark that shows otherwise ? and for that it is priceless.

If I were able to go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself that I mad a good decision. Even though Brooklyn College is not the best school of the schools I got accepted to, it was the best school for me. The atmosphere is one that I really thrive in basically because everyone is so warm and receptive of me. It is so similar to my high school and my junior high school, and it is like my home away from home because of that. In making the transition to college life, the only piece of advice I could give is to be more outspoken sooner and to come out of my shell as the people in Brooklyn College are very non judgemental and accepting of everyone. There are so many clubs to join that provide you with a ready made set of friends without you having to actually do anything. Also study groups are really good for meeting people. All in all, I made the right choice for me and I am so happy I did.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior after everything that I have discovered about college life and making the transition I would give myself alot of adivce. I would first off tell myself that no matter how hard things may seem it only gets better. I would try to explain to myself that college is like going BACK to high school as a freshman. The way that I act and or react will be the reflection of my future. Being completely focused is the number one key because any school weather high school or college, requires your full focus and ability to do better with each try. Good times come and they go, but college is what makes or breaks your oppertunity to live comfortably and be satisfied with your life. No one wants to struggle in life and the only kind of gaurentee that we can get of that is to futher our education as much as possible. That only means take life by the horns and just do it because you only live once. A college education is the best way to prove to yourself that you can acheive!!!

Dear Alison, Just one year left and you are out of here. It's been frustrating, it has had its ups and downs. That's for sure. These are the years, though, that have helped to shape who you will be the rest of your life. The friendships, the upsets, the triumphs and those bad break ups. No matter what each one (and you know it) has been an opportunity to learn and grow. You are a focused, determined, and you have a world of possibilities at your fingertips. Never be discrouaged because something is difficult. It only means it is worth the struggle. Alison, more than anything, I want to tell you, "Be happy and pleased with yourself in whatever you do." There will be times when you have difficult decisions to make. Ask yourself, "Is this what I want?" There will be times the answer may be know, but you will know if it is the right decision in the long run. You will know. You are your own person, Alison, and don't let anyone dictate who you want to be. I wish you only the very best. Yourself three years later, Alison

If i could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to look deeper. I would tell myself that there is so much more out there and if i research and step out of what I am use to and what i already know and look deeper, i can find a whole new world. I would tell myself that there is a whole world outside of New York and to believe in myself because i can do anything.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself to work harder. All the work that you're doing now is all going to pay off in the end, espcially when you make it to college. Also if you work harder I'll be getting a scholarship so you can go to a school you actually enjoy. Working hard this last year of high school will help the transition into college and get you set on working hard there.

College life can be very over-whelming and it's up to you to decide how to manage it. Meeting the right people and making the right decisions can lighten your burden. We tend to get scared looking at the huge amounts of bills and the hundred dollar books that we most likely haven't seen before. I believe that as students you should always look out for oppurtunities and grasp them when ever they approach you. When I say oppurtunities, I am referring to scholorships, grants, awards, achievements, and etc. These things will help you tremendously along the way. College can have two kinds of affects on you, positive and negative. The students who take college life seriously and who follow their goals are the ones who really survive through the hardships and the over-whelming college life. As a freshman you should try to make a lot of acquintances that might and probablly will help you through your first year of college. Keeping your head high and reaching for the stars might seem impossible during the first year of college but it's the small abstacles that help us overcome the huge obstacles.

Looking back I would tell myself I would have choosen a public college instead of choosing an expensive catholic college. I ended up taking out a loan because my financial aid did not cover all of my expenses. I would have choosen the school i transfered after i left the catholic college. I would told myself that though that school has an awesome program the school is that helpful and thatit is not that diversed or the teachers arent helpful to you. I would have choosen the community college which helps its students financially and educationally. It would have saved me my TAP now because now i dont have money for books and tools

My biggest mistake in college was going to a private school. My high school wasn't terribly helpful in finding a film school, and I didn't do a good enough job the first time around. That led to two years at a private school in New York City. Seventy grand later, I found the college that "fit". So, if I could go back in time and point younger Denis in the right direction, I imagine it would go something like this; (Script format, in honor of my major) Den (me, at 21): Hi there. How're you doing? Denis (me, at 18): Uh... Den: Yeah, I grew facial hair, get over it. Listen, are you still applying at Pace?Denis: Yeah, they gave me a scholarship! I'm really glad I'm done with the search. I'm really excited -Den: No, wrong answer!(Pause to punch him/me.)Denis: Ow!Den: Listen, Pace is the academic embodiment of Satan. You'll rue yourself for it. Denis: Alright, so what DO I do then?Den: WE go to Brooklyn College. And the scene would continue. Not your classical definition of "advice", but it's what I'd need.

I would advise myself as a high school student not to slack off, and continue to work hard because in college, no one will be there to pamper anyone. Be confident and try not to get overwhelmed by anything. Also, depending on the degree an individual applies to will determine how much work they have to do. Some programs might be easier than others, but if its come to the science field, people need to work hard and believe in themselves. The science program is not a joke, if anyone is planning to procrastinate, they will be sorry for opting for that.

If I could go back in time I would warn myself to be prepared for the more independent life that awaits in college. No one in college is there to hold your hand like they do in high school. The work is more difficult ofcourse but if I applied myself then it wouldn't be that difficult. Also to do all the work given to me in a timely manner because college is based on a time schedule where everything has a due date. I would tell myself to ask questions more so I wont be confused.

If i was to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior i would tell myself a lot of things to make me reason and to take control. On of the main things that i would say would be to focus on my education. The reason why i would say that, is because in life you need an education to be successful and be proud to say that you are somebody in life. Another thing that i would tell myself is to take a look at my mother and see how much she has worked and suffered for us to have a better life. Now i have realized the importance of focusing in school and getting a career. I would ask and tell myself if i just want a job that i dont like going to or do i want a career and work in something that i really enjoy doing. Making a transition to a college is making a transition to a better life with a career.

if i had the opportunity to go back in time to talk to myself as a highschool senior i would tell myself that in college you will change as a person. College allows you to develop into the type of person you really are and the person you want to be in the future.Nobody judges you and in highschool dont worry too much about what other people think of you, just have fun and be who you are because the friends who stick by you since highschool through college are your real friends and the ones who judged you wont be around anymore. And at that point being somebody who you aren't is bad because you'll only be lying to yourself about who you really are.

I would know not to attend a private college and that community college is just as good, there is no point to pay alot

The advice I would give to myself on college life is to develop relationships and make more friends. Most of the time I have been relying on myself for the work. I keep believing that there's no one out there possibly is going to help me. Another advice is that I should have better communication with my professors in addressing my concerns since they are the key to my success academically. Last, I would tell myself that there is no need to be anxious about my future and succcess. Achieving success involves many trials and overcoming many failures.

When I was a highschool senior I was worried that I was unprepared for the college workload. If I could go and have a sit-down conversation with my senior year self I would remind myself of all the hard work I did in highschool and prove to myself that I was ready for college. I would make sure to bring my official highschool transcript and my first semester college grades as proof. I would tell myself to focus on time-management. By this point, in senior year, I would be unaware of the fact that I would have a part-time job in college so I would warn myself that time-management will be important for that reason as well. In my senior year one of my concerns was making new friends and keeping my old ones from highschool. I would tell my high school self that the friends that truly care will stick around and that the other freshman in college feel the same insecurity about making new friends. I would also advise myself to speak up more, to ask more questions and to feel comfortable about it. Lastly, I would say good luck and don't worry.

I would recommend myself to apply for many scholarships because college is very expensive for me right now. To take that opportunity because it affects you academically and emotional. It would help me with my education career because I have a bad economic situation since am not working.

I would tell myself to get ready and brace myself to be more social. College is a place that you need to make friends and you need people to help you along with each class. College is stressful and is fulled with uphill struggles. I would also tell myself to break out of my shell, tone down being so timid and be open to making new friends. The friends that you had in high school are no longer there with you because they go to other schools and I think I took for granted how important it is to have friends to encourage and support you. I would tell myself that college can get really lonely if you?re not open to meeting new people. It is important to be serious and focused about academics but college is a big step and you want people around you to share the experience. I would also tell myself to be more outgoing and join clubs to make college life easier.

Make sure you study and keep your grades up!

As an adult student re-entering college life, I would have only one thing to say . I would tell myself that a career is not about what money you are able to make in any chosen profession, nor is it about acquiring prestige. The only way to have a fulfilling and joyful life, which our chosen career is a large part of, is to offer the best part of ourselves to the world. The career that makes us feel satisfaction at the end of the day...the one that makes us feel as if we can make a difference in our world...is the path we should always choose.

If I were able to speak to my high school self, I would tell myself to go in like you did at birth, head first and head strong. I would advise myself to not get discouraged because life is full of lessons that will come to me like roller coasters or a straight shot to the heart. But regardless of the little or big obstacles, keep in mind of what you want, where you want to be, and who you are because your college life is what you will make of it and it will probably be the biggest stepping stone to the next part of your life. I would tell myself that college life is not the beginning of the end but instead it is the beginning of your life as an adult. Be aware of your choices, they will take you higher or take you down like a ton a bricks dropped in the ocean.

I would advise myself not to wait so long to do it. That life passes by so quickly and a good education is a wonderful tool in leading the life you want. Enjoy, it, work hard and make it all count. Brooklyn has so many counselors, student peers and groups that are there specifically to make the transition from school to college as seemless as possible, take advantage of them. You'll feel less stressed and overwhelmed and meet a great group of people as well.

I would tell myself that ,I working hard is what pays off. staying focus is what helps you overcome challenges. but most of all, knowing the why your going to school because it leads to your purpose.

I would tell myself to be open-minded in college and take advantage of the various classes that are offered. I would also make use of all the resources around me to find internship and volunteering opportunities. Another important thing is not to be shy and meet new people who have similar interests as you and those who are interested in different areas of study too. Although many people think of college as a time of freedom and parties, getting a good education developing effective study habits will get you further than drinking and parties. It is ok to have fun, but your career is essential.

I would tell myself that college is not for right for everybody to go to immediately after high school. A person in their late teens is in a tricky position, because they are technically an adult and might think they are an adult, but they're still as vulnerable and subject to peer pressure and manipulation as ever. It's this state that makes the transition into college- especially for students who live on a campus- more difficult than you would imagine. That's why it's important to look deep inside yourself and ask if you're trully ready, if this is really what you want, and are there any other options? If you're main reason for going to college is not to become educated, than you should not go because you will most likely become a corrupt individual who can only and falsely associate happiness with excess and caricatures of fun. It might be best to wait until you have matured and can understand and appreciate the purpose of college- knowledge and positive societal contributions.

If i could go back in time and speak to myself as a high school senior I would say many things. However, most importantly I would let myself know that college was not going to be just another level of school that I had to do. Rather it was a chance of a lifetime to make changes, become more open-minded and prepare myself for the world. I would let myself know that I should pay even more attention in my last high school classes so that I would have a better foundation for college classes. I would also let myself know that college was not going to be as scary as i thought it would be considering there was no one in my family who could warn of this since they would not know. Overall I would let my highschool self that this was going to be the best thing that could ever happen to me.