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I have learned so many things from my college experience. It has allowed me to open up to the many views and opinions of other people. It has also given me the opportunity to meet many incredible people with goals and ambitions similar to mines. My college experience is definitely one that I will cherish for the rest of my life. I have been continuously blessed and surrounded by good people. I am truly thankful for that. It has been valuable to attend because it has given me the chance to learn so many new and amazing things. It also gave me the hands-on experience necessary to go out into the business world and be successful. College is very important to complete and should be taken seriously. I have put a lot of effort, dedication and determination into college. This can only help me in the long run and give me the tools I need to be a great success and contribute to my society.

The most valuable gift I have recieved from attending Howard Univeristy is Pride. Pride is what built my persona as a student, Pride is what led me to believe that knowledge IS power and power IS determination, therefor determination WILL be success. I do not regret choosing this school to obtain my degree in psychology. In fact, I always tell prospectives to get ready becuase Howard WILL take you by FORCE :)

Pride can sometimes be labeled as a negative characteristic. It can blind individuals from the perspectives of others, thus limiting their ability to understand and relate to society as a whole. But in my time spent at college, I have come to view pride as a driving force, which motivates me to always do my best. Before arriving to college I will admit that I was the type of student who would rather stay quite than potentially be embarrassed by a wrong answer I called out in class. In my current classes, I am surrounded by people who take pride in the answers they deliver. Right or wrong, these individuals find worth in their responses. Pride shields insecurities that may prevent people from learning to their full ability. This certain trait has allowed me to become a better student because I am now in a position where I can truly learn from my mistakes and be motivated by the things I can do correctly. In my opinion, pride is an honorable characteristic to have because individuals are equipped with the confidence to overcome their fears and hunger to constantly better themselves.

I have learned so much about myself and the world in my college experience. I have grown a tremendous amount and I owe it all to Howard University. There have been many trying times and stressful times but each and every experience has prepared me for the real world unlike any other institution has the ability to. Attendance at Howard University has been so valuable because I have not only met some of the briteist and most dedicated individuals but I have also develped a deep bond that I would not find or be able to creat any where else.

What I have gotten out of my college experience, is the ability to fall down and pick myself back up again. Freshman year, I kind of slacked off, didn't do my best, and didn't make the GPA requirement for my scholarship, and therefore, lost it. College has taught me, to never slack off and always do my best, because you never what try may be your last. It was very valuble to attend, because now I have even more of a drive to succeed.

College was a culture shock for me when I began this fall. I walked on campus believing that classes would be just like high school and I wouldn't have to work hard to excel. I was in for the biggest shock of my life. Huge classes in auditoriums and long 2 hour lectures; everything was so different. Buying books, guest speakers at events, waking up early for class; everything was so new to me. So far this first semester has taught me how to create a schedule for my day. Set times to study, to eat, practice, bathe, sleep, repeat. Its also taught me that if I want to succeed I must study, hard; really hard. The many events have taught me how to network and gain contacts in the world for when i finish school. Overall, college has been invauluable to me, and will continue to be for the next 3 and a half years.

The Experience I have gotten out of college is life isnt easy and there is no more relying on mommy and daddy, now it is your time to step up and act as an adult. I has been valuable to attend becuase i would to have the most education possible in my life to reach my goals and dreams and without education i cant do it.

My college experience has given me my life back. Attending college has brought me self-confidence, strength in myself, valuable life skills, lasting friendships, the ability to have a career and not just another "job," and knowledge to last the rest of my life. College has been valuable in teaching me that to do life right, you have to feel like you're growing up until the day you die and that means having a curious nature and continuing to learn and absorb information around you every day.

Whether or not one likes the college they attend, one is sure to get a great deal of knowledge out of it. Unfortunately, or perhaps fortunately, the knowledge that one gains may be that of a defining of character. This is where my wisdom has taken me, to a point where I have learned what seems to be a great deal in physics, math, philosophy, etc and actually very little in any one of those subjects but rather a great deal in myself. I have learned my new techniques, strategies, and tactics, each teaching me about my peculiarities with each. By changing my environment so drastically in my transition from a public high school in a suburb of Chicago to a private university in Washington, DC while still maintaining excellent grades, I have learned where my environment ends and I begin through each proclivity of my mind, body, and soul. I have gained an understanding of the path to myself, and in any sense of intrinsic value that far outweighs all the collective knowledge in physics, math, philosophy, etc that I gained while pursuing and earning a 4.0 GPA.

I firmly believe that you get what you put into something. College has been an extra-ordinary journey for thus far. At the end of the day, balancing three part-time jobs and attending school full-time (18 credit hours per semester) keeps me busy. My dream for the past 15 years has been to become a personal chef to improve the quality of life to the world around me.

There is more to college than classroom learning. College has shown me life unfiltered. What I mean by this is that going to college was the first time I had to learn to live on my own. When you encounter certain situations and have to deal with people from all over the world, you don't have your parents telling you what to do or throwing in their two cents on the situation (which subconsciously forms how you perceive things). I had to learn to form my own opinions and how to deal with the REAL world as it was presented to me. Howard University, in particular, has an issue with unorganization and inefficiency within its Administration building - the hub of student accounts and financial matters. I am generally a patient and "sweet" person, but i learned that those qualities won't always get you the results you need. I learned to be a little more aggressive, without being rude or nasty. In a world where everybody is on their own agenda, a little aggression is necessary, so this aspect in particular has proven to be an invaluable lesson i have gained that a classroom can't teach.

I have been really impressed with this college; it has top-notched, no-nonsense, professional professors; Fellow students have always been respectful and low-key. The students are well-dressed, with high-class demeanor. Everyone you meet from housekeeper, canteen attendants, security officers are friendly and approachable. I call this school a hidden gem in the heart of the inner city. I urge everyone to come and experience this unique school. There are so many programs, professional and student clubs that one can join. You will never regret it.

I received honest, open and useful insight into the business world from professors that shared their experiences with us so that we could get a true idea of what we would face upon graduation. The professors made themselves available for discussions that helped us understand the importance of gaining work experience and possessing a strong work ethic. That was what was considered the truest asset coupled with the ability to take the information and apply it in a manner that would bring a positive reflection on the student and the university. The ability to communicate verbally and in writing was the coupled with the ability to share a meal and information with aplomb.

My college experience during my undergraduate years was definitely a struggle. I was a full-time student from New York and I had a full-time job. Most of my family was located in New York so it was very difficult financially and emotionally. I developed a strong support system with the faculty members, and my friends. Howard University exposed me to so much diversity on a domestic and global scale. I felt marketable, and employable after I received my B.B.A. In Jan. 2008 I enrolled in Pace University and pursued my MS in Information Systems. I completed an internship with NYC Transit and was hired full-time as a Computer Programmer Analyst II. I received my MS in IS in May 2010. Unfortunately, my position was eliminated so I'm heading to NYU-Poly for my second Masters degree in Cyber Security. My goal is to land an IT Security job in a local federal agency. I'm sure the Masters program will allow me to enhance my skill set and cover fundamental topics that are vital to the cyber security industry.

In my opinion the best experience that I have gotten from this time in my life is knowing that in college everything rides on you, that you have to do the work and have it in on time and have it done right or your not going to graduate. It has been valuable to me because I realized that it is so different from high school and that you really are deciding what is going to happen in your future based on the work and effort you put into your college education. College has given me a true taste of what the real world is and what it has to offer me and my future goals.

Howard University is one of the greatest attributes to my life at this current day in age. This institution is full of rich history and legacy with a name for itself. Not only do I gain a world-renown education, but I also have a great social life as well. I've met some of the greatest people across the world from different backgrounds and households. Howard University has taught me so far that in college we are all leaders, but it is the talented tenth and those with the ambition to continue past the victory to be a winner at life. In addition, I've gained a wide network of constituents across the border of different realms in life and careers. Howard University has taught me that it is not only what you know, but who you know and also who knows you. He who is the greatest amongst his peers is the ultimate servant. I would be grateful to receive this scholarship to continue my undergraduate studies at Howard University and also to represent Campus Discovery well.

So far i have matured more during my college experience. I have learned to be independent and i have gained a sense of balance. I take care of all that is important before i have my share of fun. It has been valueable to attend Howard University because i am able to get a taste of what I am going to encounter when i get to the real world. I will be able to make mistakes and learn form them and use what i learn for future references.

Wow first walking on the campus, i was shocked by how close to a famliy everyone was to one another. On move in day many of the upper classmen were at our cars with huge smiles on there faces ready to greet and help us with the transistion. Ever since that day I have been trying to network with as many people that I can . I feel that networking and meeting new people while in school is very key to be successful. It was very valuable deciesion to come to Howard because it would bring success in my life.

I haven't graduated college yet, but as I look back at my high school years I realize that we had it easy. Our teachers didnt exactly hold our hands the whole way, but they did also give us tools to use in the future. Each professor has a different personality and sometimes it is hard to adjust to each person. But we all have to remember that everyone is human. Having more freedom in college feels like your an adult, well these also come with adult responsibilities. No more asking your parents for money for the movies, or to go shopping or for food {{ shopping is a major thing people miss }}, but college is a chance to explore on your own to see how you can survive. Everyone should be able to at least get a glimpse of what the college life is like. Hard work. determination and responsibility always comes 1st, but do not forget that excitement is always around you in school.

I have learned that the college world is not very student friendly. At least as far as the financial aid office goes and in terms of the rising tuition costs and fees. I was trying to get Pell Grants but my parents got divorced and my mother remarried to someone with a high income after I told her not to because it would jeopardize my college financial staus. It did, and the government said according to the EFC on the FAFSA that I should be given around $20,000 per year due to "my" financial status. I haven't received a cent from my mother and her husband. My father is currently unemployed and lives in Wisconsin, as I attended UWM but he was unable to claim me due to a specific state law. So I was forced to go back home after I could not continue due to expenses. And I hear that there is so much money out there for students but despite graduating top 10th percentile, doing missionary work, and being an Eagle Scout, I haven't received much. It is mind boggling and I am currently applying for anything I can to continue getting my Bachelors.

I have gained a new perspective on racial profiling since I have been at Howard.

The college experience has given me the tools to succeed. It has taught me that the most important tools for success are self-determination, faith, creativity and a sense of purpose. College has shown me that I did not get this far on my own; I had support from my family and friends and my classmates. College has shown me that since I did not make it this far on my own, I should do my part to support those around me. It has taught me that while I am reaching forward, I should also be reaching back.

College is a place to not only find your place in the world but find out about yourself. Entering college I had many fears and worries about what college had in store for me. In retrospect, I know that many of those worries were nothing to concern myself with. In my first class at 8 am at Howard University was very intimidated because many of the other students knew just what to say and I was seemingly at lost for words. Then I refocused my confidence and realized that I had already proven myself worthy to be apart of the conversation by being accepted to Howard so I opinionatedly stated my viewpoint. Through my college experience more than just learning whats in the books, I learned about myself! In a high school psychology course we had to write a promt on "who am I", it seemed so hard then but now I can proudly hold my head up high at a Howard University woman. My entire experience in Washington, DC has been invaluable and has shaped me into the person I am today.

My college experience thus far has taught me to love myself, accept others and their beliefs and be open to change. These short 2 years have proven invaluable in my life. I was always told college is where you find out who you really are but now I am living that saying. I am learning more and more about myself everyday. I have been put in situations that I thought I would never make it out of, only to find myself stronger in the end with some gained knowledge. My experience has showed me how to fend for myself while being miles away from my family, live on my own and adjust to the real world lifestyle. College is where I learned how to be a young woman and treat myself with the utmost respect. Also, the education has showed me the power a mind can have and if used correctly the impact it can have in the world. Being around many wonderful and dedicated people makes me want to do my very best just in order to compete on their level. Howard boots out the best in black excellence and I am privileged to be a part of it.

I have a love/hate relationship for my school. On one hand Howard has a rich legacy that boasts graduating the top African American leaders, doctors, lawyers, and entertainment moguls in the country. Howard is a great place to network and make connections with people that will most likely be the ticket to you getting where you want in life. And yes I know, "you come to college to get an education, not to party" but the social life at Howard is one of the top reasons that make this University so great and appealing. However, our administration is subpar, and that's where the hate relationship comes in. Most of our administration doesn't seem to have the student's best interest at heart. I could go into detail, but the 200 words this little box allows wouldn't nearly be enough. Fortunately, the connections, lessons, and friends I have made at this school has overshadowed the horrible administration I have to endure on a yearly basis. Overall, I wouldn't trade my school for the world, the education i receive, inside and outside the classroom, is priceless. "HU...YOU KNOW!!"

I've learned many things through my college experience thus far at Howard University. One life lesson that has stuck with me the most is that college is not solely for advancement in book knowledge. College is, collectively, a rite of passage. If you only focus on studying and making good grades, you are missing out on alot of valuable life lessons that could potentially help you grow as a young adult. If you skip out on college all together, not only are you missing out on a higher education, but you're missing out on the opportunity to grow and be influenced in a different way. In my opinion, the institution of college is very necessary and life changing. College is about the people you meet, the lives you touch, those who touch your life, the mistakes you make, how you pick yourself back up, and moving forward. It is so much more valuable than just the book knowledge that is obtained. Attending Howard University has changed my life forever.

Tears. Something I wasn't really familiar with before I came to Howard. This form of emotion wasn't familiar to me. I never cried in public. That shows weakness, right? Wrong. I met people there that showed me that it's OK to cry. And tears are definitely not the only thing I became familiar with. It's OK to laugh at things that only I found funny. To dance freely at parties. To let people see the real me. Howard really helped me grow as an individual. Before attending Howard, I was a friendly person that got along with everybody, but I was still shy on the inside, begging to be free and outgoing. I wasn't a follower, but I was still stuck in a shell that I had created. By the end of my first semester however, I had made friends that made me feel comfortable with just being myself and letting loose once in a while. All in all, Howard has not only become the University that I attend, but the Institution where I broke free from myself and became the person I am today along with the person I will become as an adult.

I honestly don?t know what life will bring me after college. Life is full of so many grey areas, such that college degrees are virtually useless. Once upon a time going to a four year college or university and receiving a Bachelor?s degree, guaranteed a high paying job, however today this is not the case. My goal for going to college is to gain experience, as a Psychology major I will deal with people. What better place to meet and observe people than a college campus, where like minded individuals from all walks of life come together. Here, while gaining a worthwhile secondary education I will create networks of friends and business associates that will help me in future endeavors. Thus setting me up for success in today?s changing world, and my time at Howard University has definitely helped me move on the right path to success. I am learning more about my culture while gaining a well rounded education that will last me throughout my life. I have made lifelong friends and confidants that will help me grow emotionally, educationally, and professionally. ?HU You Know!? as we say at Howard becomes a promise to do better.

Attending Howard University has been the most valuable journey in my life. This experience afforded me the knowledge socially and educationally to prepare for the "real world". When I entered into Howard University I had to become accustomed to living in a new State and City. This transition could be compared to starting a new job. My major was business and that meant that I had to dress in appropriate business attire for my classes. I viewed my teachers like an employer or boss, which meant that I arrived to class on time and prepared. In the real world it is very important to come to work on time and prepared for your work day. As a result I developed a routine which would soon become a habit. As a result of viewing my classroom environment to a typical work day, I was able to develop key habits that contributed to my success in my chosen career field today.

Studying in America is an enriching experience and great opportunity that I never imagined could happen to me. I was born in Argentina 20 years ago and right now I am enrolled in the biggest Community College of Minnesota, Normandale Community College. The positive contribution that the College provided to me is: the diversity of the people, the education quality given by professors, and the critical thinking that I developed. First of all, Normandale has a lot of diversity. For me that is something important in life because when we face different ways of thinking we could grow as human society. Moreover, the quality of the professors is great; I find them to be enthusiastic about what they are doing and they encourage us, students, to have a dreams and a vision for them. The last thing I want to mention is that the critical thinking I developed over the past year was due attending Normandale Community College; taking classes like environmental ethics, visual arts, microeconomics help me to develop a critical thinking mind to face everyday life and cope with unexpected life-events. In an American Community College I found more than education: diversity, inspirational professors, and critical thinking.

As I am now coming to the end of my first year at Howard University I realize I couldn't have made a better choice. When I first arrived I was just a lazy, ?not-so? local girl with antisocial tendencies. Within my first week I broke out of my shell and established friendships with people that came from all over the country. Throughout my first semester I learned the value of time management and have taken extreme measures to make sure I had what needed to be done before I did what I wanted. The Howard curriculum keeps you on your toes and makes you keep track of all your deadlines. Also the best thing about Howard is the networking opportunities. I once got an intern application while eating at subway just for mentioning I was in the university?s engineering program. I, like many of the current bison and all of the bison before me, absolutely adore this school and is confident that our future bison will love it too.

Out of my college experience I have learned not only about my specific major but about the student body here at Howard. I have learned about different cultures hands on from the people with that particular background. It has been valuable to attend because I have met people from around the world, literally, with a common goal in mind, that goal is success.

I have gotten a whole lot, both academically, spiritually, socially and morally out of my enduring college experience. I've learned if not all, most of the basic tecniques to use and succeed in life, how to handle the strong competitive world around me and how to always be prepared to face off the numerous challenges that this world brings at all times. Most importantly, I've gotten the strong education and foundation that's required for me to use and secure a good future career in which I and other educated people around me can now back-up and use our learned skills to help the society we live in, especially when it comes to the needed healthcare that everyone needs. It has been valuable to attend college because I can now be sure of securing a job with my degree which shows that I'm capable of working with understanding and skills. College helped me gain the communication techniques I needed because I can now positively socialize with coworkers who influence and motivates me daily and have the same passion as I. I can also manage a family of my own through all my course studies in college.

College life comes with many challenges, whether they be academically or financially. But above all, college life is a search for self. There are three things that I would share with this prospective college freshman: Know yourself, be yourself, and do for yourself and help others along the way. These points can and will guide you through a successful collegiate career. Firstly, you must know yourself so that you do not move with every wind of doctrine. Many will come before you and try to persuade you to be a member of an organization (fraternity or anything else) that does not represent what you believe is morally right. Although the allure of the organization may be stunning, you must step back and see if you can grow positively in the group. Secondly, be yourself. You'll be around many social scenes and you need to function the way you feel most comfortable, not the way others demand from you. Thirdly, do for yourself and help others. Believe it or not, college life is a search for self and that includes establishing your career focus and achievements for life. Be confident and you will be fine.

First, I would visit the college I will be attending and figure out exactly what I need for my dorm. Textbooks are expensive, so I would find other alternatives than buying costly books, such as renting or buying books from other students at a lower cost. Great study habbits and time management skills are great traits to adopt in college. Study thirty minutes a day throughout the semester and you would not have to study alot or cram before your exams. Complete assignments before attending parties and only party on weekends. Also, registering for classes can be very overwelming. A great tip is to not schedule all of your classes into one or two day. This will limit your lunch time and cause you to be stressed. Another great tip is to make connections on campus. Take advantage of your professors office hours and ask questions in class so that your professors can get to know you. Also, check in with your academic adisor ever so often to make sure you are on the right track.

Dear Liz, Stop. Take a moment and stop everything. Review your life up until now, and know that college is unlike anything you have experienced before. Know that college cannot be conqured but it can be mastered, depending on how much effort you put in of course. In reality the real challenge is not getting into college but getting throught it. It is where, the focus on your studies isn't the only thing you need to worry about. College is a place where you express the self you found in highschool and allow it to mature into an adult. The stage in life where you really do start to acquire wisdom and the stage in life where you learn to earnestly interact with those outside of your comfort zone. As for academics, the strategy you used in highschool, will not work for college; organization will become your best friend as well as time management. My final piece of advice, don't rush into college, let it come to you. Sincerely, your future self

The college experience is one of the most rewarding experiences one can have based on one?s campus surroundings, expectations and influences. The main advice I would have given myself as a high school senior is gain balance between the academic and social activities and just be true to yourself. I am currently a freshman, attending Howard University?s School of Business, with a major in Finance. During my first semester, I met so many people from different parts of the United States and other countries. When I realized that other students were more mature due to what life bought them in their previous life before college, I wanted to get on that page immediately. I learned that you cannot rush life. It is a process of growth and development, and as we endure the process we are presented with many opportunities that can profoundly affect the rest of our life. I believe in compromise but there must be a balance, but one should one never sacrifice their morals and principles for popularity. More importantly though, I learned how to deal with defeat and learn from my mistakes to ensure that I will be the victor in the next round.

White collar oxford shirts with the combination of black or khaki dress pants were standard to me in high school. Since day one it was pressed upon us that this is the time that we start to build a foundation for the colleges or universities that we feel would be fit for us to reach our future goals and obtain our aspirations. It was something instilled in me from that day forward, however, the real question I had to answer was " would I plant this in memory and make it useful"? Now that I am in college and I am more sensible about a college environment, there are mutiple things I would go back in the past to change as a high school student. First, I would change taking the work given to me in high school more seriously. Second, I would change the percentage I strived to succeed in school from one-hundred percent to one-hundred and fifty percent. Third, I would have asked for more help and pushed myself to building more time management skills. All of these things were vital parts of my knowledge that I would need to use in college now.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would primarily reitterate the cost of college. As a high school senior I was aware of the cost of colleges and also aware that it would be mandatory for me to take out loans. However, it wasn't until I came to Howard that I realized the price of my attendance at this university was entirely too expensive. This realization occured because it affected me directly. In November of my first semester as a college freshman, my mother had to pay $1800 in order for me to come back to Howard for the Spring semester. My mother could not afford this price, especially while being a single parent on a limited income; However, she found a way to pay the cost. It was at this time that I realized I can not afford to attend Howard University. As a result, if I could talk to myself as a high school senior, I would constantly remind myself that the cost of my college choice is very important and also remain attentive of my mother's financial situation.

If I could go back in time and talk to my high school senior self there would be a great deal of advise I would give her. To start I'd put a greater emphases on getting financial aid before deciding where to attend school. I would advise myself to get everything needed to apply for both schools and aid done as early as possible to better my chances to succeed. I would also tell myself to enjoy the experience and take in as much as is possible. College offers so many opportunities both in the present and for the future; all that you have to do is step up and grow as a person to take advantage of them. I would finish my advice by telling myself that having a college education is so beneficial to developing who you are and what you want to be that it will truly lead to success later in life.

Although Howard University was your first pick in pursuit of your collegiate degree, you should weigh all of your options. Definitely pursue more scholarships, especially since you were extremely involved. Don't allow others to shape your decision; with that goes educating yourself about what programs and grants are out there for you. And please stop comparing yourself to others; if you feel there is something that you need to do in your own way, take the chance and do it. Once you reach the school, take advantage of every single free event, summer courses, and opportunities to meet those head honchos (there will be plenty!). Lastly, enjoy your freshmen year and all the troubles it may bring. That initial year is where you will realize that you made the right choice and this is where your were meant to be.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior i would tell myself to make surei follow my mind oon what classes i want to take because oonce you can't withdraw from the class anymore youre stuck. I would also tell myself to be aware of my time management skills because its all up to you on what when and where you do things in college. The last thing i would have told myself was to brush up on subjects like math that i haven't taken so i won't be lost when i start taking it in college i'll have some type of clue as to what direction I'm goin in.

The advice I would go back and tell myself would be, go and talk to universities you're interested in and really find out what it takes to make it there. Such as, financially, once you get past the typical housing, food, and tuition expeneses, find the little things that tend to rack up and analyze your decision. Also, academically, continue to do the best you can, in senior year remain focused don't take it easy like everyone else because even though the universities award for scholarship, those scholarships are not always guaranteed so, you get thrown back into competition for scholarships all over the world. Also, make time to do serious amounts of community service, people appreciate the big and small efforts. Lastly, I would say trust in yourself, know that you can do this, you can be just as smart as anyone else in your classes, so GO FOR IT, and stay strong!

As a second-semester freshman student I've already realized some of the mistakes I've made pertaining to choosing a college. I thought I wanted to enroll in a school away from home and with people that were very much like myself. A semester later, I've came to the conclusion that I was wrong. If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would enforce the importance of visiting all potential schools more than once. Visiting the school once is not enough. As an incoming-student one must not base their decision only on the school's appearance, but the city that surrounds it as well. I would also enforce the importance of knowing what type of people I want to be surrounded by. Enrolling in a HBCU(Historically Black College/University), isn't for everyone. Transitioning from a diverse city to a predominantly black community is difficult and wasn't exactly what I wanted. If this advice was given to me when I was high school senior, I'm positive that I would've chosen a college that suited me better.

As a second semester college freshman, I have grown and acquired more knowledge about myself. Knowing what I now know about the college life, I imagine that the advice I would give to myself as a high school senior would be similar to this: Jasmine, as a student who plans to live on campus, you must mentally prepare yourself for a number of things. Living with a lot of other young ladies from different walks of life will bring about many complications, so learn to observe surroundings and trust your instincts. Also, you will find great friends, who you will want to spend every minute with, so you have to learn when to separate yourself and handle business before anything else. Residence life is, indeed, the best life of a college student, but there are many distractions so you have to prepare yourself to do what it takes in order to succeed. Being that you will be living and attending class with new people and personalities, you will be introduced to new things. You need to be able to know the difference between being open-minded to postive things and simply being a follower behind the negative things. Stay focused!

Time is inevitable, it runs circles around us as we live by its rule. In high school, time tangled me by the neck. I didnt utilize my time to do the great things i was and am capable of doing. If i could go back and talk to myself in high school I would tell myself two words. Those two words would be carpe diem, meaning seize the day. That was the concept that I missed out on in high school. It would have been very beneficial if i would have gotten involved more in my community helping others. I did a lot of community service but not as much as I wanted to do. I think about the youth programs I could have set up to give some litttle kids a better outlook on life. I would tell myself to learn how to balance my grades with my sports, but most importantly focus on my grades so i could develop productive study habit which would carry over into college. These things seem very trivial but they encompass more than the eyes can see. The last thing I would say is Abasi, you can only live once.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would most likely convince myself to be more involved in school. Although being a student-athlete is very rigorous and time consuming, being involved in on-campus activities is much more than playing sports. I feel as though, anything can happen on any given day, and if that day consists of you never being able to play your sport again, then what else could you lean back on? Knowing what I know now about college and its transitioning process, I would also try to be more personal with my professors. Getting to know my professors and them knowing me would probably be more effective when it came down to studying and understanding the material better. Nevertheless, whether it?s being involved in school related activities or getting to know your professor better, it could open many doors to things such as internships; something that could ultimately help me reach my goal of becoming a physical therapist. Advice such as these would help me be a better high school senior as well as a better individual going to college.

If I were to go back in time and speak to myself as a senior in high school, I would tell myself to visit the university of my choice and ask lots of questions even the hard ones because your paying for your education and whatever univeristy you choose should meet all of your needs in the classroom and out. Also I'd sit in on a class, I think it is very important to see the numerous teaching techniques and how the students take to a professor, getting a feel of how big the classrooms are can help you in coming to terms with what you will experience yourself as a student at the university. I would also tell myself to meet with a school counselor to review with them my plans for college and see what they had to offer in order to nurture that idea to better see if the the two ideas corresponded. In essence extensive research precautions must be taken before choosing the right college for you.

To go back in time and enjoy the rewarding satisfaction of being a high school senior would be unimaginable. Laughs shared with old friends, classrooms filled with familiar faces, going to the same restaurant everyday after school; it was all very comfortable and pleasant. But despite feeling the pride of being 'top dog' in school and creating memories that I will never forget, it's that comfortable routineness that I today regret. The most influential lesson that I learned after receiving my diploma was to never be content with a certain aspect of life. I only wish I knew this before I graduated. Life is too short to live everyday the same. Be an individual, do at least one thing differently each day, but most of all, follow your heart. If your heart tells you to join the track team then try out for track. If you feel yourself getting bored with a guy, even if he is irrestable, then ditch him. It seems obvious, but you don't realize how fast time goes and how much you'll wish you had more time. I live my life with variety now, and I am the happiest I've ever been.

If I were to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would say strive for more. In high school I didn't think I was the most intelligent student. I did not feel as though I could compete with my peers academically and therefore I lacked the confidence needed to motivate myself to go after scholarships and high academic challenges in fear of losing. I would tell myself that I can compete with my classmates and win. I have proved it many times to my teachers, peers and self. I now know that I am more than capable of not only competing, but also winning. I would tell myself to be more confident and understand that I am not inferior, I am a top contender in the world of academics and in due time, my season for success in getting scholaships and awards is on the way.