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I would tell myself to never give up. Remember your goal in life: to become a teacher. There are so many opportunities to succeed at Gannon, so take advantage of as much as you can. Do not be afraid to ask questions; the professors know what they are talking about and are there to help you. When you get discouraged by the workload, stay determined because it will all pay off in the long run. Finally, do not forget who you are and where you came from. Stay true to your morals and thank your family for supporting you through this wonderful journey!

If I had the ability to travel back in time, I would give myself the advice to be outgoing as a freshman in college. I would tell myself that my peers are in the same situation and are looking for a social outlet as well. The best advice that I recieved was to join a Fraternity. After joining the Fraternity, my social life exploded and made my college adventure a much better place. I had more friends to turn to, as well as making a network that I will be able to turn to later in life.

Having the chance to go back in time, I would tell myself to focus more on maintaining a good GPA, and making sure that I can take the appropriate classes and to pass them all with A's. That determination, focus, self-motivation, and a direction in college will help me succeed with the classes needed towards the career path. Organization is totally a major key and staying on top of deadlines and due dates. Applying for more scholarships and making sure financial aid is taken care of will help in the long run as well. Lastly, to create relationships with fellow students and making sure to not be afraid to ask professors questions if you do not understand something.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior and provide advice regarding the transition from high school to college, I would give the following suggestions. Firstly, learn the importance of time mangement and apply it to your life. College is a very demanding place, especially when there is social and work stress placed on top of academic stress. If time isn't managed properly it'll be hard getting work done, and this will be relected on your grades. My second piece of advice is to be yourself and to develop confidence from within. Don't let others change your personal values and bring you down, because in the end all things are possible if you put your mind into it. The last important point I would like to make is that it is important to always try your best no matter what the circumstance is.

Don't stress too much about getting perfect grades or making everyone happy. College is rough, but you'll survive. You'll make plenty of great friends and have a blast. Its not hard balancing school and fun, as long as you don't take too many 8am lectures! Use the weekends to unwind and relax and catch up on the sleep you lost working on papers and homework during the week. DON'T get the biggest meal plan, you'll never use all the meals even if you stay on campus every weekend.

Learn to study in high school

I would start off by saying.... "Not everyone knows what they want to major in college. It's ok, that happens. The average student changes their major 3 to 6 times. What ever you do decide to go with, make sure you committ to it. College isn't just all about being serious, its as fun as you want to make it. You can join club,s participate in activities, and be active. College isn't for everyone, but if you're sure that this is what you want to do then dont let anyone hold u back from taking that wonderful opportunity."

I would tell myself that I need to extensively research my major and what the future holds. I knew what I wanted my major to be, and I still am happy with my major, but I would be sure to ask questions and be prepared with questions to ask my advisor. I would also make sure that I study. In high school I did not need to study to do well, so the transition to college was difficult. I would reassure myself that I will make friends with people I dont know and we will have so many wonderful memories together. I would remind myself to take my time and enjoy every second. I am already in my second year and miss being a freshman so much!

I would tell myself to not lose hope. When you apply make sure you answer the questions fully to the best of your ability. I would also tell myself to not worry over the small things and to also listen to your parents.

I would offer guidance and say that the things that I place importance on at 17 years old will soon be obsolete. I would suggest writing down my goals and then explaining them to someone. As a counselor I would also ask my younger self, where did I want to be in five years? What realistic steps would I take to be in this specific place in those five years? I wouldn’t force anything on my younger self but I would offer that guidance that I wished someone would have given me. I think that teenagers often still need direction. My older self wouldn’t hold my younger self hand, but I would recognize that this is someone who does not understand the real world and is perhaps even overwhelmed by it all. I would also encourage becoming involved with various activities so that I can become apart of the school and develop school spirit. I also believe this would be a benefit because it helps students to focus on timely graduation as well as excelling academically. What I would stress the absolute most to my younger self is to enjoy life, but think long term.

As a high schooler, many think that they are experiencing the times of their lives. At times, kids think that their actions and grades do not matter. Well, they do matter. Everything matters in college. Making the transition to college and the different atmosphere took awhile to get used to. I do not even know if I have totally adjusted to the life as a college student yet. There are many pieces of advice I would give myself if I was still a senior. First, living by yourself may seem great at first, but it is hard when you do not have your mom or dad to help with laundry, food, and daily things. Just call them and ask. Next, professors are not like high school teachers. They go at super speed, they never stop unless they have time, and they are hard to get to know. If you do not take time out of your schedule to go see them than they will not get to know you. In addition, I feel as if you make the effort with your teachers it will pay off in the end. The most important thing is to work hard and study constantly.

I would tell myself take as many advance placement class as i can during high school, also takes as many math class as i can, give myself good base background before attending college. And English is my second language, as up today, i still have language problem, if i have a chance to go back as a high shcool senior again, i would tell myself to learn more English words because at that time i have more time avaliable doing my own things other than schoolwork.

Try to get a good scholarship that would pay for most of the college expenses as it can get very expensive (tuition, books, housing...). When you choose a career to pursue, try to talk to a few poeple who persued this career before as they might have some valuable information for your success. College will require much more studying than high school, be prepared for that from day one, as every day you slack off will be tough to make up.

If I could go back in time I would advise myself to save more money. I wanted to attend classes on campus, but instead I was irresponsible and did not save enough money to live on my own. I am now living with my parents, taking classes online, and working two jobs in order to make payments to Herzing. Graduation money should be used for college, and college only!

I would suggest that you stay focused and you figure out what you want to do with your life. You need to put forth all the effort possible and must learn to go out of your way to succeed. It will all pay off in the end, and you must take the smallest opprotunities into consideration. I would put school and studying before anything! I wouldnt let anyone get in my way and I would suggest to manage my time and extra-curricular activites alot better and more precise.

I would tell myself to start saving money because once you get past buying all of your books, random expenses show up and they can be quite costly. The other piece of advice I would give myself is to appreciate the family and friends I have now. Once you get to college it is hard to stay in contact with everyone so take advantage of the precious time you have with them now while you still can. Also start tracking down scholarships during your junior and senior year because they are very important especially when it comes to paying off your balance.

I would tell myself that anything is possible. If there is a subject that you had a tough time with in high school you will be able to do well with it in college. College work takes time, dedication, and perservance. If you are willing to put the effort into your work you will excell and do get the good grades that you set out to get. I would also tell myself not to be intimidated with college and the large class sizes. Professors are always willing to help and they are there to promote you doing the best that you can do. My motto for college is, "The sky is the limit, you can do anything you set your mind to!" That is what I live my everyday to be the best student that I can be and to achieve my goal in becoming a Physician Assistant.

If I could go back and talk to myslef I would express how important it is to not procrastinate on doing your homework, do not put it off until the last minute. Always use that extra time for studying and if you need help ask a teacher or go see a tutor. The faculty and staff at the Fort Scot Community College are really good about helping the students if they are ever in need. I would also tell myself to save money , college is expensive when your paying out of pocket. I would also say it is a different transition from high school to college but it is worth it. Don't be scared to take that next big step in your life. It happens for a reason and change turns out o be a good thing. This is just another stepping stone in your life, so take it and succeed in all you do. There is never and obstacle to big to handle. You work through it and come out on top.

Some words of advice that I would give myself would be to not be afraid. Although the whole process of going to college seems very scary at first, in reality there are plenty or people out there willing to help you if you need it. The University staff are very friendly and understanding if you are new to college. I would tell myself not to stress out too much about finances, because the financial aid office is always very willing to help you find the best way for you to afford school, because they want you to be able to afford your education. Most of all, do not be afraid of the professors. They want you to see you succeed as much as you do, and as long as you do your work and study hard, they will be willing to go above and beyond to help you achieve your goals. Finally, I would tell myself that there was no reason to have so much anxiety and fear, because overall it is a wonderful experience that will help you grow not only academically but as a person as well.

Advice I would give to myself as a high school senior preparing for college would be to start preparing ealry. Applying, going, and packing for college takes a lot longer than you think it will and the earlier you start the better. Also, if your school doesn't send you a list of all the supplies you're going to need for college, then google a list, because there are things you won't even think about that you'll definitely want to bring with you. Start shopping for supplies once you get accepted. Just buy an under the bed storage container, which you'll need, and start filling it with all the things you'll need. Oh, and before you start buying big pieces of furniture, take in to considertation the size of your room, and the types of things your roommate wil be bringing. Most importantly, enjoy senior year, take embarassing pictures, and go to prom. Because when they say college changes everything, they're being honest, it does. Being independent and doing your own laundry is a lot more work then you think. And do your mom a favor, say thanks, for everything.

If I could back to when I was a high school senior and give myself advice, I would tell myself not to second guess. I have a bad habit of second guessing myself, and changing my mind a lot, I am too indecisive. I was accepeted to Gannon right away but did not accept until 2 days before classes started because I was planning on going somewhere else. I now realize I made the right decision by coming here. I would tell myself to save all the hassel, the money, and filling out applicatiions because Gannon University is where I am supposed to be. I would also tell myself not to slack off in highschool, it is a lot easier than college. I realize now that if I would have recieved better grades, I could of saved a lot more money and been in a better financial situation right now. All in all, I would tell myself to go with the flow, work harder, and be confident!

If I could go back and give myself as a high school senior advice, I would first say relax. College will get stressful but do not let the stress over take you. I would tell myself to join many clubs and participate in any on campus events to help meet new people in the first few weeks of school. Do not assume your roommate is going to be your best friend- you will never be best friends with anyone you live with. Study hard but also take time for fun. Apply for scholarships and be proactive with applying for work study jobs because the less you have to pay now the better. You're going to grow away from your high school friends, it is a fact of life; however, you will make up for that with new friends. Enjoy every minute of college because the years will fly and you will never get them back.

My advise to my self would be not to take life too seriously. Enjoy every momment you can and learn from every mistake. I would tell myself that college is not about completing a degree, but learning and exploring within and outside ourselves. I would tell myself that it is not important to finish in four years or to only take classes pertaining to one's program. It is more important to explore all the avenues, so that you can find one aspect, topic or subject that "lights you up" and motivates you; allowing you to become a better person and contribute positively to the world. When we are younger we have more time to explore different aspects of life and getting a really good job right out of college is not as important as, enjoying the job you want to get, and doing the things that make you happy. There is a lot to be said for students who go to school because they want to not because they have to. Be a student that has the desire and passion to study and help make the world a better place.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a highschool senior, I would tell myself to focus on my studies. I would warn myself, that Unviersity is very serious, and that you cannot get by easily like I thought. I would tell myslef in order to focus more, to better balance my school and my extra curricular activities.

Autumn, buy laundry detergent. Halfway through the year your roommate will realize you’re stealing hers and goes on a politeness crusade. Through jaw breaking fake smiles and passive aggressive tactics, she will make you regret the day you ever picked hers up. Second, try to be more bold. I know you are a shy person, but there is more to life then sitting in your dorm all day and staring out the window. Third, study every night, no matter how tired you are. And last, but not least, get help. You've struggled with and been ashamed of your depression for seven years. That's a long time to hide. And now its time to let the truth out. In college, people are more understanding. There are counselors who will help you through the crippling pain and sadness. There are people who will understand that you can't help but cry yourself to sleep because you feel worthless and undesirable. Depression is not your fault, you are not weak for seeking help, and people will not hate and look down at you because you take medication. Everything is going to get better. I promise.

Just because you can do well without working hard doesn't mean you shouldn't give it your all anyway. Performing well without effort is not nearly as gratifying as performing well with heart and discipline.

If I could go back in time to talk to myself as a high school senior student I would tell myself to focus more on the SAT's and ACT's. I would explain that if I scored higher I would receive a full scholarship to Gannon University. My current self would make sure my past self was aware that graduating valedictorian would not be enough to guarantee the education I desire. I would encourage myself to save more money from my part-time job to help pay for all the unexpected expenses that every student incurs.

I have learned so much from Gannon. I am currently a sophomore, but I have already experienced and learned from many situations. I have had roommate conflicts where I had to overcome issues and make decisions based on what was best for my educational experience. In this regard I have learned that any situation that prohibits you from concentrating on your education is one you should remove yourself from. I also have a work study job which forces me to obtain a successful balance of work, school, and leisure. I attend Gannon because of its great Occupational Therapy program. I take my education very seriously, especially because of how much debt I am putting myself in. I know that it is all worth it because of the life lessons and the knowledge I am obtaining. Thus far, Gannon is doing a great job in preparing me for a successful career and life after college, which is of the utmost value. Gannon has taught me that above all, I should never give up on myself and my goals. Even during hard times, I should believe in myself and work hard to obtain the education that I came here to get.

As a re-entering adult I went back to school for a career strong in science, something I would never have thought I would do when I was a high school student. I've discovered I love learning and I can learn anything. Attending college for a worthwhile carreer has been a real confidence booster. I'm learning to stay organized, try new expiernces and have found that I like learning for the pure pleasure of it rather than just working to get an 'A.' I actually want to know and retain all this information when I'm finished with college. I'm working hard and really looking forward to a rewarding career.

College has provided me with so many new opportunities. First of all, my school is really far away from home which was a big change for me. It has helped me to grow and mature as an individual and has also helped me become much more independent. College has definitely been valuable to attend because has allowed me to expand my horizons through all of the community service activities and opportunities provided. I have learned a lot through these experiences and feel like I have really helped to make a difference in the city of Erie. I also have been able to get involved with activities outside of my major that have allowed me be involved in things that I have always enjoyed doing but did not have the chance to do in high school. For example, I have always loved to plan events so I am involved with the Activities Programming Board on campus which has allowed me to put my interests to good use. I have also learned quite a bit from the board in terms of leadership skills which I will be able to apply to my career and other areas of my life.

My college experience has been amazing. I have learned a lot of things since I have been enrolled in Kilian Community College. As well as doing things I never thought I could do, Fractions, for one, inicate conversation and public speaking. College has given me confidence to do anything I put my mind to. I use to look for some one to comfort me, help me with issues and school work. Now I am encouraging students and making them feel welcome just as somoeone did for me. College has been a value to me because I never thought I would be able to attend college because of the learning disability I had in middle and high school. In addition I want my three year old daughter to know how important education is. As she watch me do homework many of nights and get prepared for school each day, she ask question and had I not been going to college I would not know how to properly answer her questions. With that being said college has taught me how to be a student, a better mother and a friend.

My college experience has taught me there is more to higher education than the stereotypical drunken frat boys and arrogant intellectuals. I took a public speaking course after five consecutive years of homeschooling and still managed to pass and make a few smiles. I also met an professor from Chicago who managed to mold me from a simpleton who never wrote an essay in his life to an imaginative writer who now enjoys poetry. My most valuable college experience however came in the form of my History professors. In particular, I studied under the same one who taught and advised me for two years and four courses. He taught me not only about American history and the Holocaust, but also indirectly about the importance of a good teacher. To this day I still maintain contact with him and hope I can become a professional who can inspire my own students the way he inspired me. In the end my college experience was quite sober and the majority of those I met were not haughty at all, rather I found perhaps the richest experience in my life as a student who found much more out of both college and also himself.

For me attending college was the only way to go. I am not strong and cannot do aa boring job all my life. I also love to learn all I can about everything that could possibly interest me. So i decided to go to Gannon and learn all that i can. Gannon has provided me a larger background of being a well rounded person. I have learned to be more of myself and who i am inside. While Gannon does this one little thing i find it difficult to believe that many colleges succeed in this.

Attending college has introduced me to so much. I want to be an archaeologist and to be perfectly honest i only knew of a few fields of archaeology. By attending college courses in my field I learned that theres actually hundreds of fields. It also introduced me to different cultures that I have grown to be interested in. I also joined an anthropolgy where I met fellow students with the same interest as me. It's so valuable to attend becasue there is so much more than you are aware of. If I didn't attend college then I wouldn't have met a professor who would let me go on archaeological digs with him. There are so many opportunities that one could miss out on. This is why I believe it is very valuable to attend.

My college expereince has been very rewarding, and is certainly helping me grow as a person to achieve my academic and personal goals. It has long been my desire to have a career in academia, and my current educational endeavors are helping me realize this goal. Due to family struggles in my younger years, I was unable to attend college directly out of high school. My parents were very hard working people, but not very supportive of education. Initially, I sought a career in banking as a means to make a way in the world. After five years of working in this faculty, I realized that it was not my destiny. During my time in banking, however, I was able to establish a solid base on which I could return to school. Now, I am working toward a degree in Linguistics and European Studies. This is exponentially valuable to me, because it opens the door to academic achievement and success in my desire to be a professor. College has proven to be invaluable to me, and I am using it to the absolute fullest. It is enriching, rewarding and gratifying.

I've met a lot of great people. I'm looking forward to spending the next few years of my life with them. College is a truly wonderful experience. While you are working towards your future you also get to enjoy the present with people that you can really connect to.

My college experience thus far has been invaluable. I have been blessed with so many opportunities to meet new people and partake in many new experiences. Our university has a wide variety of students here and we are given lots of opportunities through the school to socialize and learn about people from different cultures. Additionally, although I have only been here for one semester, I have learned more here from my amazing professors than I have in my whole life. My professors have not only taught me about my classes and given me information pertaining to my major, but they have taught me about life and helped me through any situation I have found myself in. Gannon gives me an opportunity to be independent while still allowing me to feel safe on my campus. It's an amazing campus filled with many amazing people. The faculty and staff are always very helpful and friendly. I have yet to come across an unhappy person on campus. I have gotten so much about college so far. This first semester at Gannon has changed my life. I have learned so much about myself and even become a stronger person because of it.

from my college experience thus far, I have really found myself as a person. My morals and values have been challenged and I have been forced to make decision that had I been living at home with my family I would not be forced to do. College has opened my eyes to the real world outside of high school and sports teams. It has showed that there are many things going on in world that I will be exposed to and may not agree with but it is up to me to make the decision as to what I am going to do with it. College has allowed me to grow into my own person and be who I want to be. I realize now that I am the only one that can make me succeed and that I can do anything I want as long as I am willing to work. Attending college has helped me to see that furthering my education will not only make my future better but will help me to reach out and help others futures as well. College ha had nothing but postive impacts on my life.

It is valuable to attend college because you not only learn a lot about your prospective field of study but also yourself. In high school you are confined to one area with the same people all day, where as in college you learn how to interact with different people and how do deal with real life crisis.

I have learned very valuable lessons during my brief time at Gannon University. The most valuable lesson though has been that the friends you make your freshmen year are the most important people in your "college life". My friends have been the only thing to keep me level-headed during stressful times and motivated during the rough times. They keep me on task and make sure that I get my work done instead of just blowing off all of the work and not getting it done. We all keep each other competitive and wanting to do better than each other, which causes us all to work harder. My friends have been an invaluable aquirement of college that I would never trade for anything.

I grew up in a rough inner city neighborhood going to Gannon University granted me the oppotunity to meet people from different backrounds. Meeting people form different geographical and socio-economical backrounds helped in my personal development. Ultimatley this opportunity taught me better interpersonal skills and gave me an escape from the crime and violence that happens on a daily occurance where i grew up. Seeing people achieve success from different walks of life motivated me to never quit when faced with adversity and gave me the confidence to pursure a masters degree. I also met the love of my life at Gannon who came from the completely opposite backround ; meeting her taught me that the way people are living in my old neighborhood wasn't an acceptable way of life and that through education I can overcome any adversity, achieve success, and some day use my it to have a positive impact in my community.

i think it has been a great experience so far during my college experience. you get to meet people you never would met. You start to come out of your shell and talk to people and do things you never would have done otherwise. The activities that they have here are exciting to attend. they have things for everyone no matter what you are interested in. If i never went on the freshman retreat i never would have met three of my best friends. If i didn't come here to gannon i wouldn't be hanging out and talking to my best friend. I have gotten involved in the habitat for huimanity here on campus where we help people re-build their homes. I am a mentor for junior high kids with problems through CHAMPS. I am so happy that i chose gannon and that i have been getting so involved while i have been here. Everyone should get the college experience because not only will it help you succeed in life in the long run but it will have been a great experience for you personally, i can garentee you that.

I have always wanted to go to college,i understand that being a college student comes with a lot of responsibilities. throughout my college experience so far i learned how to responsibe and this is valuabe to me because i know this is going to determine my future and my main goal of college is to get the education i need for my future career.

I have gotten a tremendous about of self worth and work ethic while getting my undergrad at Gannon University. Gannon taught me to enrich my life with positive activites, diveristy, and challenges. While at Gannon I learned that self worth can change your perspective on life. I went to Gannon at first because I had to go to college, but through the professors, and volunteer programs I realiezed why I needed to be there. I learned that by putting my needs and opinons in perspective that I would be a positive assets to those around me. At Gannon my work ethic was enriched. I learned to balance going to school full time, working full time and volunteering in the Erie community. By being able to handle all three aspects I have developed a extremly strong work ethic. In closing I have grown as a person because of my positive expierences at Gannon and am thankful for being expected to such a wonderful school.

Being a Junior, I still have one more year left at Gannon University, which saddens me because I've enjoyed every moment of my college career and don't want it to end so soon. But all good things must come to an end, but it's not so bad because I know Gannon has prepared me well for the job world, and has taught me valuble lessons and morals to use in life. My college experience has been extremely valuable to me on many levels. I love the friends that I've made, the classes I've been able to take, and the ability to always have something to do. There is never a dull moment on campus. Gannon offers so much, whether it's clubs, organizations, fraternities, sororities, or extra curricular activities. Almost every student is involved in something. I am involved in so much and the clubs I am in mean a lot to me. I love the atmosphere this place gives off and it makes me look forward to school every semester. I know I have increased my knowledge & learning abilities here and that I'm going to continue to do so throughout the remaining semesters.

I have always given more importance to gaining knowledge than marks. Engineering is one field where practical know-how is more important than acquiring a degree for name sake. Thus my true ability stands above my marks and marks are not reflection of my potential in Electronics. As a student in the final year of undergraduate study, I desire to pursue M.S. degree and look to refine my knowledge and skills to pursue research in my field of interest.

College has given me experience in being on my own, making my own choices and setting my own goals. I have gained experience in planning my short term and long term schedule. I must complete projects on a timely basis and work with others to make those projects a success. I have learned to take responisbility for my actions. I have to balance academic requirements with social activities and athletic commitments. I have gained experience in working with people from diverse backgrounds. I have gained knowledge in a field that I found interesting when I was in high school and now want to make my career. If I had not attended this college, I feel that I would not be the more mature and responsible person that I am today.

I have always loved to learn and I believe that we learn in every experience that we have throughout our lives. College has not only helped me learn more about the subjects I have studied, but also more about myself and my capabilities. There have been so many of my teachers who have pushed me to dig down deeper and give more of myself in my work. To not just settle for average or satisfactory, but push further for excellence. My college experience has made me broaden my views of myself and what I am capable of accomplishing, not only in life but also academically. After serving ten years in the Navy, I would have never imagined that college would be such an enlightening experience that I would enjoy as much as I do.

After attending college for four years, I have learned so much valuable information that will help me succeed in graduate school and when I start my career as a physcial therapist. As I have went through the past four years, I have noticed a change in the person that I was before I started college and the one that graduated this past May. I have become a more well rounded individual because of all the activities that I was involved in, which allowed me to see the points of views from other people that belonged to the same organizations as I did. By becoming more open-minded it made me sit back and look at the fact that as a community we need to more opened to everyone around us and welcome everyone as though they are just like us. The academics that were offered allowed me to compete with my fellow classmates to keep my grades up in order to secure my spot for graduate school. Learning to compete with academics will help prepare me when it comes to job applying after graduate school and I am trying to beat out other possible candidates for a job I desire.

There are not many opportunities provided to students in today's world in which they can enter into a small academic environment and be provided with a big time school experience. Located in downtown Erie, PA the small campus of Gannon University offers a culturally diverse experience without having to sacrifice the extra thousands of dollars to afford it. The University has a wide range of majors that attract people from all over the world to their small section of western PA. The school not only offers a range of academic programs but always focuses on supporting their many athletic programs as well. And if that isn't enough to keep you busy the school is home to thriving Greek community including 6 fraternities and 5 sororities to keep you engaged once your schoolwork is done. One of the biggest things I took away from my time as an undergraduate at Gannon was the quality of the friendships I made not only with the fellow students but the faculty as well. These friendships will last a lifetime and help me on my journey into the professional world.