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If there’s advice given on anything, one thing that should not be included is what to do when going into college. For a high school senior making the transition into college, it is the greatest learning experience of all. The best part of this learning experience? Everyone does it on their own. After high school friends split up, you choose different majors, you take different paths, and consider different careers. This inevitability forces you to become your own person and learn to do things on your own. Transitioning into college without any advice is the most essential part of growing up and creating your own person.

Do not rush into college life, but do not take the opportunity for granted. You will make mistakes, you will forget important things, and place importance on things that are not. This is human, this is natural, make sure you learn from it and take each experience as a way to improve upon yourself. You may feel you are ill prepared, overwelmed, and there will be days when you doubt every class you take, and your abilities as a student. This too, is natural and never stop believing in yourself because if you look around - each one of your professors and educators believe in you too. Every trial and tribulation will lead to growth, don't fetter yourself by holding back. Don't be afraid of new ideas, or ashamed of your own. Do not surround the world with yourself - surround yourself with the world. Be ready to take this transition with an open heart and arms.

Going to your first year of college is exciting and terrifying at the same time. If I would have known how many opportunities can be found by getting more involved in campus my freshman year, I would have done more. College is about meeting people, challenging yourself academically, and having the most fun you can without damging your GPA. Also, if I could go back I would try to remember that professors ARE there to help. If you are struggling with a course, then you should definitely spend some one-on-one time with your professors. Most teachers, atleast the ones at Florida State University, are very willing to help students and they want kids to pass their class. Another thing that I would remind myself is that college is hard, it is extremely important to manage your study time well in order to pass with flying colors. The number one thing I would go back and tell myself freshman year would be to have fun and get involved. College only comes once in life and it is important to really enjoy your time here and learn as much as possible.

Personally, going back in time to my senior year, I would have told myself that pacing my academics is key. Taking so many Advanced Placement classes in high school has limited the amount of entry-level classes I need to take. While this may seem like a good thing, being ahead of the game, I have been thrown into upper-level courses without an adjustment period. I do not regret any of my academic decisions from high school, nor do I regret any that I have made in my post-secondary education, but sometimes I wish I had more time to investigate 1996's nationally ranked number one party school. Among working part-time, going to school full-time and being a full-time sister, best friend and daughter I rarely have any Nicole time. I wish I could have prepared my high school-self for the trepidation ahead.

If I could talk to myself as a senior, I would tell myself not to worry about whether or not I will fit in or be home sick at first because there are thousands of other people my age in the same boat. Making friends and finding extra curricular activities will be way easier than you think. Your freshman year is all about taking a variety of classes focusing on different subjects and through that you will find what you are genuinely interested in. Put yourself out there and don't be afraid to attend anything alone because you are guaranteed to meet other people with similar interests. Make the most out of what the university provides (concerts,movies and other events) because you will always regret not going.

As you are about to enter college, there will be times during your academic career when you will feel discouraged and overwhelmed. Keep pressing on! These times will be short-lived and temporary. There are advisors both at college and in your personal life with whom you can discuss your frustrations or questions and who can help you sort through the confusion. Seek them out! They do not know you need advice unless you ask them for it. There are academic advisors, personal advisors and instructors who are ready and willing to assist you, just ask them. There are individuals in your personal life; pastors and supervisors in addition to your family and friends; who are willing to support you and help you through the difficult times as well as share their real-life experiences. Asking for help or assistance is asking someone to mentor or teach you. The essence of college is to learn! It is the acquisition of knowledge about new topics and ideas, the options in life available to you and about yourself as an individual and as a member of society. Welcome learning into your life and embrace the joy of the process of it.

If I could give advice to myself as a high school senior, I would first say to do a lot of research on the colleges I want to attend until I find one that meets all the expectations I want out of a college and gaining an education. I have always been a shy person and sometimes, I let that affect my social life. I was too shy and nervous to attend classes on campus, because I was afraid of meeting new people that I didn't know and being at a place I wasn't use to. I have decided to attend college online for that reason, but I have realized I've missed out on some great opportunity in getting to know other students and experiencing the campus life. I would go back and move into the dorms on campus if I could. Apply for scholarships. There are many out there that you can win if you just put the effort in applying. One last thing I would have told myself is don't forget to study as much as you can, even if you 'think' you know the material well, it's still important to ensure that.

Clay, you can do anything you put your mind to. You have friends, your family supports you (whether you realize it or not, now, they love you very much); now it's time to catch your dreams. Don't get caught up in what others think you're good at, what they think of you now, what you think of you; Don't pingeon-hole yourself. You have no idea who you "really" are fresh out of high school. But you'll find out. I know you're nervous. That won't change. But you have everything you need to succeed. You just have to realize that. You're going to find yourself frustrated at times. You're going to wonder why you put yourself through the things that you did. But it will help you learn. That's what college is about, cliche' or no. You'll discover a lot of things that may seem obvious, truths hidden in plain sight. We wanted to be a botanist when we were seven. I'm an environmental engineering major, now. Pretty cool, huh? Last thing: Keep an eye on your check book. Money doesn't grow on trees.

I would sit myself down, take away my pad and pencil, and force myself to listen. Unlike most kids, i've been on my own since I was 14 years old, so the transition of having to take care of myself would not be an issue. My biggest issue is my habit of distancing myself. I'd say: "You can not hide behind your smile and your poetry for your entire life. There will be times when you can't be nice to everyone because they are not going to help you, in fact they will most definitely hurt your goals. So know when to say no. When you are feeling like you don't want to go to class, no one will call you, most teachers won't even notice. Not every class you take can be about Dante's Inferno or E.E. cummings' poetry. You have to suck it up and realize you must do many things, fun AND boring before you can do what you want to be doing. Before you can be a lawyer/ poet/ and linguist. Don't get discouraged, no one can discourage you, but yourself. You can be your worst enemy."

My advice to you would be to take advantage of the many things the school has to offer. Keep your mind focus, there are plenty of opportunities to have fun, with that being said, it is easy to not realize how much fun you are having. Just because your friends may not have a heavy course load or do not care as much about their grades as you do, that doesn't mean you should join in their frivolity all the time. School is about being able to prepare and advance yourself for better opportunities in the future and for one to slip passed because you were having too much fun is a feasible misfortune. That isn't to say you shouldn't take things day-by-day, it just means that like all good things, remember to keep them in moderation.

This summer will host world changing events. Man will set foot on the moon for the first time on July 20! Max Yasgur's farm will host Woodstock! It's an exciting time to be alive and young, but there are many pitfalls. I know you are burnt out from the competiveness of high school and the "need" to get into a "good" college, but be cautious not to relax too much. There are a lot of drugs around, and boys, and what seems like freedom. This can be very deceptive... True freedom lies in knowing your own values and what is best for yourself, not in trying so hard to fit in with your new friends that you skip classes, ignore deadlines, and drop out in lieu of flunking. There is so much to discover about the world and yourself, and so much that seems to need fixing, like Viet Nam, hunger, prejudice, ... These are important, but you cannot really contribute much until you know more and have the education, skills, and credibility, to make a real difference. Remember, the best way to change anything is to be the best example of what you'd like to see.

I would encourage students to start the studying early. Arriving to college and trying the pay attention and one look over will not work. It is vital to succeeding that you go to class and study daily for the classes that give you trouble. Senior year is going to be one of the greatest years of highschool. Your freshman year in college will also be great, but you must focus on your studies. So many students feel that they can pay attention and pass. Those students end up failing. When choosing your colleges to apply to make sure to research what programs are offered by the college. If you want to go to a particular college apply early. The earlier you apply to those colleges with rolling admissions the better your chance of getting in, in my opinion. When it comes to students with financial aid need apply as early as possible for scholarships. Some scholarships have short windows. There are also four scholarships that can only be applied for as a senior. If you want to go to college and your worried about paying for it make sure to talk to local groups for help as well. Great Job!

You applied for community college thinking that eventually you would transfer to a university. Wrong! You end up achieving your Associates degree but find that the University level is not for you...so you think. I would say to continue your education no matter how long it takes you. If you find a traning school more feasible for you, go for it. Never give up on something you know you can handle. Yes at times it can get boring but remember in the long run that what you accomplish will help you get ahead in life. If it means starting the the community college level then go for it. It's never too late to finish what you've started. You may change career paths and find yourself in a training school but go for your dreams no matter how long it takes. You want to be happy in the end and doing all you can to educate yourself whether it be a 2-year, 4-year school or training program will help you take a step forward in your life. Strive for the top and trust in yourself.

If I could go back in time I would definitely tell myself to learn study habits that were useful for me because college is very different from high school. I would probably advice myself to take school more serious and to work harder if I wanted to get far. I will tell myself to remember to be myself and strive for the best.

Ryan, college isn’t the intellectual stimulating atmosphere you think it is. College isn’t that much different from high school, you still have to jump through hoops to get to where you want to go. Only now the hoops will be smaller, on fire, and your classroom sizes ten times larger. I am not saying this to be drab, but to keep it real. So disappointment doesn’t take you into a nose dive you cannot lift out of. Money will still be tight, but you’re used to that. You will not have the luxury of mommy and daddy’s credit card like so many of the other students you see, but don’t let this get you down. Plan out your finances; at the beginning of each semester figure out your rent and put it into your savings account to draw out of each month so it will always be there. Financial planning will be your make or break point for college. I wish you the best and remember, just because today might suck, it doesn’t mean that it always will or has to. Keep your end goals in mind and never stop working towards them.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself to practice confidence. During the application process you need confidence while writing your essays, during orientation you need confidence in deciding what classes you want to take, and during the beginning of college you need confidence in making friends and getting involved in school activities. I envy the new students who can be class presidents, club leaders, or volunteers. If i had practiced confidence during my senior year I would be able to do many things that as of now I am too intimidated to try. Confidence is key in life and college life is no different.

No matter how awful things may get as the weeks seem to drag on and the sun never seems to shine, you must continue in your pursuit of exellence and strive to do well in your academics. Perservance and the belief that relentless effort and hard work will one day payoff will get you through the darkest days and eventually bring an incredible feeling of triumph once everything is completed and you begin to reap the fruits of your labor. Take pride in yourself and what you do and disregard any doubt you feel about your future success. Never be afraid to speak what you truly feel or show people who you really are and do not allow those who disagree or dislike you to see yourself as any less than you know yourself to be.

Believe in yourself. Do not give up if you ever feel that something will eventually fail. No matter where you go, whether it is a community college or Yale, college is college. It is on a joke, nor is it time to party. It is time to focus on your future and make goals in your life. You should start early and continue saving because you never know what might happen in your future. It's okay to have a good time but always remember to make sure you still have the ability to not slack on your homework, and to always follow the teacher's instructions. Professors do not give you lectures to annoy you, they give you lectures for a reason. Always keep in mind that they have been teaching as long as you've been alive, sometimes longer. They have more experience and knowledge as much as you may want to deny. Prove everyone wrong and make the right decisions. All of this hard work will pay off in the end. You might have thought that high school was a competition. College is more of a competition and more serious. Good luck with everything.

I would tell myself that I need to work harder and stop procrastinating on homework. I would tell myself to start to look for scholarships in high school and to start to save up money for college.

The first advice I would give myself would be, focus focus focus! College is definitely harder in different levels for different people. For me, it was a struggle getting accustomed so I think the best would have been to have taken more AP courses. More AP courses would have not only helped me prepare for the move advanced level of learning in college but also it would have helped me complete courses faster and provided time for my major. Another advice I would've given myself is, save money! Although I am extremely grateful to have received the Bright Future's scholarship, college has so many different unexpected expenses and finiding a job isn't always such an available option because of having to focus on classes and such. At the end of the day college is an experience in itself and we can't learn from things we have yet to live so I would tell myself, be ready for the unexpected and stay strong.

Attendance is the key to success in college. If your not there in class, you miss so much information considering you only have 16 weeks in a class. Also, just be yourself! College is a new, fun experience completly different from high school so enjoy the experience. Paricipate, participate, participate. It is a major role in actually understanding the material your professor is lecturing.

I would tell myself to not let the social aspect of college distract me from what I need to get done. I joined a sorority before school even started, and don't get me wrong I love my sorority but it has definitely had its impact on my schoolwork. The sad part is that I could have had better grades even while in the sorority but I just slacked off and did what I thought all college kids were doing, which was going out and partying. I learned however, that while yes college kids do party...A LOT, they still take their schoolwork seriously, otherwise everyone would be flunking out. By not taking it seriously the first semester I lost some of the funding that helped me pay for school. So I wish I could go back and tell myself this, while college is all about having fun and exploring new things about life and yourself, you have to think of the big picture and that is, where am I going to be in five years? Will I have graduated and have a good job? Or will I have no money and be stuck at home with my parents?

Assuming that I can go back in time and become a high school senior over again, one of the pieces of advice that I would give my self about going to college would be to take advantage of the information on various financial resources such as scholarships, loans, grants, that are offered by the counselors at my local high school and the future college that I would had like to attended. In addition, I would have done some extensive research on the specific financial resources that are available. For example, I would have look for specific criteria that I was eligible for like being African American, or my academic status involve in school. Another thing that I would do differently would be to take the necessary math, and foreign languages classes to apply to a four- year university. At the time that I was a high school senior, I did not take in to consideration the advantages of going to a four year school. If I had known then what I know now about going to college, I would of have taken that next step and went to a university. I was thinking very negative and not positive about school.

Its tough Work hard and it'll pay off

If I could go back in time and talk to myself I would say how important it is to set a specific time for getting work done. Time management is one of the most important ingredients for success.

I applied to fourteen schools because I was so unsure of how academically successful I was. I would have told myself that the top 5 were good enough, because I ended up at my number one school anyway. I would have also told myself to check into scholarships before I needed them. I missed out on a lot of entrance scholarships. I would also patted myself on theback for not taking high school too incredibly seriously. Those kids who killed themself with AP credits and IB, wasted their time. 5{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of them ended up with scholarships or Ivy League admittance. I wouldcongratulate myself on making the smart decision to dually enroll. I came into school with 18 credits, easily. I don't have too much too be sorry about because I amwhere I love to be, but I wish I was where i loved to be, for FREE!

First, I would advice myself not to waiting time, start college application process as early as possible. If I planning to stay in the dorm there will be room available because of first comes first serves. Next I also talking to my family about program study, set up mile-stone marks to evaluate my performance. Money matter is a big issue so planning your financial, scholarship and student loan. My family and I would take a tour at the college, checking out the neighborhood especially at nights. Furthermore, find out about the town, shopping, buses route. If you live in the dorm at FSU do not bring car parking here is a big issue. I would be proactive talking to friends and net working with others. Lastly, I would not waiting time either the college application process or apartments hunting, start early and you will thank yourself later.

Your first two years are the most important years of your college experience. Most people will talk about the freedom they've come into but they may fail to educate you on the fact that you may fail. It is your responsibility of making sure that you take care of your business but if you fall short, it isn't the end of your chances at becoming what you want. No one is going to get your degree for you, you have to earn it so stay dedicated to your classes and your education. Scholarships are year round. Just because you received scholarships coming out of high school doesn't mean that they will continue to be given to you. There is plenty of free money that people want to give you but you must be proactive and ask for it. Build a rapport with all of your professors, teachers and employers because eventually you will need someone's help as far as recommendation letters are concerned. Resources are out there for any help you may need whether it be psychologically, academically, or financially. The sky is the limit. Staying strong in your faith will make your possibilities become realities.

I would tell myself to get ready to work harder than I've ever worked before. I would tell myself that there is no room for laziness or procrastination in college. I would say you're going to meet a lot of people but only some of them will be real friends. I would tell myself not to rush into to anything, to be patient and wise. I would tell myself to save as much money as possible and make a strict budget to make sure I have all of my money in order. Then I would tell myself that I am going to do well in college and it is going to be one of the greatest times of my life. I would tell myself to not wish my life away and just enjoy the moment that I was in because I would never get it back. I would finish by saying that time flies and you're going to have a great life.

I would give myself the advice that when you are making the decision about the school you would attend decide whether you feel like you fit in on the campus. Be sure that the campus makes you come alive and that is somewhere that you ill want to spend the next 4 years of your life. Then once you have a decision contact your roommate and see what you both can contribute to the drom (i.e. microwave, t.v., etc.). Then I would say maybe look to see what you might want to get involved in while you are there, like organizations, youth groups, political affiliations. And lastly think about who you want to be in college and what you want to make of your four years, but I would definitely tell myself to not set-limits on what I will do or achieve. I would say be open-minded to my experiences.

Plan your time wisely (its easy to over book yourself). Grades are most important and be honest with yourself and only pursue a career or education if you genuinely like it you'll do a ton better grade wise and your skills will be so much sharper.

Go into college with confidence and an open-mind. Attempt to ask your professors questions as much as possible. Meet and form study groups with other people in your class and above all, go to class!

I've learned to fly! I've opened up my eyes to new worlds. Where I used to see an endless dark hallyway, I now see possibilities and adventure through a thousand doorways. College has let me see how amazing and free life can be and exactly how precious and meaningful it really is. College shows us that we have the power to change the world.

From my college experience, I have been able to start over new in ever possible way. There are no reputations that carry over from high school, so you can become whoever you want to be. With being able to do this, I have been able to make many friends from multiple places not only in Florida but also in the country. As far as the valuability goes, it is simply too valuable to pass up going to. You are not only making a better decision for your life in the present but you are also securing yourself a promising future. College also slowly pushes you into the real world, slowly but surely. It prepares you to manage your time with different projects and manage your money as well. You learn what you need to survive, which is probably the most valuable lesson you need to learn.

Well, to begin with one ofthe the most important things...I have gained friendships. I know so many people from so many different backgrounds and it has really helped to open my eyes to the world and what it offers. I have have also gained sorority sisters who all enjoy my company and look at my strengths and talents and put them to use for the better of our sorority. I have also gained knowledge, which is also very important. I have already taken many hours of classes here and the level of academics here is awesome. i have learned more in a half a year here than i did a year in high school. I have gained knowledge in other areas of my life as well. I joined the Student Government Association and have learned how to represent people while also gaining leadership and communication skills. I have become apart of a service organization that helps the homeless in our city every week and that has helped me open my eyes to what the world is and the different people in it and it has helped learn the importance of giving back to my community.

My college experience has been a revelation. And what I have realized is this: I want to be a writer. I want to be journalist, to share with the world what I find so fascinating. I want to travel halfway across the globe just to talk to the most beautiful strangers about their own passions. And the University that I attend now has helped me to realize my aspirations exactly by withholding them from me. Upon registration for classes, I came to learn that the Journalism program has recently been cut from the curriculum. But I only see this as an opportunity. It is a chance for me to attend a better suited school and to land my dream job. It is a chance to hit the ground running. My only hope for the upcoming fall semester is to attend school without having to worry so much about the money. Just knowing that someone is willing to encourage my aspirations, my passion, will be the most valuable reason for continuing to attend college.

DO NOT PUT COLLEGE OFF! It is a once in a lifetime experience that I believe every person needs to experience. College has so much to offer for students who want to make a living for themselves and embrace the world with open arms. Although college may not be for everyone, I would highly recommend it anyway. It opens so many doors that you never thought existed.

I have gotten a lot of experience from my college experience and it has been valuable because experience is a great teacher and I have learned a lot of things from it.

My college experience has opened my eyes to the multiple opportunities I will gain by receiving my degree. By choosing to attend college, I realize that I have a greater chance of accomplishing my long term goals. A college degree will prepare me for the professional world and give me a competitive edge in my search for a career upon graduation. By coming to Florida State University, I have learned how to be independent and manage my own life, which I consider to be one of the greatest benefits of my college experience. Leaving the security of home can be challenging, but by attending Florida State University I have been able to branch out and discover new things about myself. Thus far, my experiences in college have shown that I can choose to learn about and be involved in subjects and activities that interest me, and that I am in control of the success of my future. The academic priviledges and social connections that have resulted from attending Florida State have provided me with all the more confidence that I made no mistake in choosing Florida State University as the foundation for my college experience.

At the age of 55, I found myself among the millions of displaced workers, wondering what my next move would be. I decided I wanted something different, and that it was the perfect time for me to return to college. I quickly saw there were/are students of all ages at my college. I have been blessed with great teachers who are enthusiastic about what they teach, as well as encouraging us and being supportive. I feel additionally fortunate to have access to free math and physics tutoring. Losing a job in a long term career was a challenge, yet also an opportunity to return to college to pursue a new direction for my life. Architectural Engineering and Energy Management are the two 2-yr degrees I'm pursuing to place me is a career of sustainable design. The architectural engineering textbooks are updated with with information on LEED projects and ratings. Course materials are supplemented with links to valuable websites to show us what is possible as well as necessary in designing for sustainability and responsible environmental stewardship. I'm even looking forward to seeing solar panels installed on our campus roofs. These are exciting times for me.

Although my main major goal is animation, I have only taken core liberal arts classes and standard art classes in my college career thus far. Many people I have talked to wish that they could jump straight into their major and skip the english, math, and other liberal arts credits. I disagree with this opinion. I believe that through my 3 completed semesters to achieve my AA degree I have gained a great amount of knowledge that I otherwise would not have know. Taken these college courses is important because it opens one’s mind to other knowledge that is out there and gives the student a larger perspective. Personally I believe this extra knowledge will further me in life and my future career. Since I am knowledgeable about various subject matters I can apply my knowledge in productive ways. I value the extra knowledge I have obtained and plan to put it to effective use once I engage primarily in my major.

I have gotten a lot of debt! More importantly I have gained tremendous knowledge that I will be able to apply not only in my future career, but through life in general. I think that through my educational journey I have grown as a person and gained personal assets that will help me as an individual even after graduation. I have learned how to be more responsible in every aspect of my life, along with better time management, attention to detail, focus and dicipline. I get a sense of accomplishment with understanding the material and being able to apply what I am learning in everyday life. I feel like I am gaining more than just a degree in going to college.

Most students say that going to college is all about the parties and the social outings. When you really think about it, these are the prime years of our lives and the most important time to focus on our education. By no means am I saying that social outings are not part of the experience at all, it definitely completes the whole college experience. FSU has offered the best of both worlds. Not only is it a university filled with school spirit and excitement, but they offer a 'real world' view of things that most other universities lack. I appreciate having had the chance to really benefit from my education while still learning things that I will use outside of college. Although I am eager to graduate and start a new stage in my life, one that FSU has prepared me for, I am also glad that I have another year left at this school. I just think of it as another set of lessons I still have to learn and will benefit from, not only on an academic level, but on a personally enriching level as well.

My college experience has introduced me to a variety of perspectives I would not have easily had access to if I chose not to continue my education. Florida State University offers a diverse environment that facilitates both formal learning in the classroom and life-learning outside of the classroom. I have had the opportunity to meet and become close with other students from a multitude of backgrounds. It has taught me learning about other ways of life not only creates a welcoming, safe space for all students but it also challenges expectations and catalyzes critical thinking.

I have learned many things while attending college. I have learned new social skills and better study habits. I also learned to prioritize and about what is ultimately important.

Attending college totally change my life style. I became more responsible and more caring about my future. Struggling in finding a good job to make a living for me and my family what made me think about going back to school and matter fact I became successful in what I am doing. I found out that I am much smarter than I ever though. College made me many great friends and made me to know all different kind of people while I am working on the degree that I always dreamed of. It's valuable to attend college because I turned from a hopeless person all was looking for is a job to make ten dollars per hours to someone is working on a degree that most likely going to make about sixty thousand dollar per year. Attending college for me is my hope to build my future for me and my family.

Although I have not been a student here at the Florida State University for very long, I feel that I have grown tremendously as a person. My first, and only, semester was scary for me to say the least. I am A girl who loves her mother and her friends. It was difficult for me to adjust because I was on my own, living off campus, and had friends at other schools besides mine. In only four short months I became a much more independent person. I pay my rent on time, go to class daily and manage to keep my grades up. I have also proved to myselk that I am able to venture out into the world with out someone by my side. I have made friends that I hope to keep for a lifetime. Even though it has only been one semester, I am more than excited for the years ahead.

At the beginning of my 2010-2011 school year, I was not experiencing college as any freshman should. I was living at home and staying in my own little bubble of friends that I already had from high school. I did not participate in any college activities. But, as the second semester rolled around I did a total 180. I moved to a new school and lived on campus instead of at home. Being at the heart of the college really makes the experience so much better. You meet so many people that are extremely helpful and friendly. Going to college is worth anybody's while because you not only get an education in the classroom, but you learn many life lessons too.

College is a place to learn diversity. It is a way to step out of the norm and become an independant thinker. I have enjoyed learning a subject I am passionate about while expanding my view of the world. The opportunities I have been presented are numerous. I have grown as an individual and as a friend and also have grown in my chosen carreer. I encourage anyone willing to listen to step out of your comfort zone and dive into a new expierance such as college, it gives you the self confidence and conviction that will inevitable impact every remaining day of your life.

My college experience is something I will always remember. I have spent only a short two semesters at the Florida State University so far but as a result of my experiences my scope on the world has been opened. I have gained not only academic knowledge during these two semesters, but also real-world practicality that I would not have acquired anywhere else. Things such as time management and budget construction will always aid me throughout the business and political world. I have learned that some friends may not be in my best interest, and that others may stay with me for the rest of my life. I would say that because of my time spent at the Florida State University I have grown from an indifferent teenager to a confident young adult. My family has certainly seem the changes in me over school breaks when I am permitted to come home. My Mother says that she is proud of me and how much I have matured over the past year. I know that college is an experience that has shaped me as a person and will always follow me through life.