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If I could go back in time and tell myself one thing about college, it would be to not procrastinate. College can be overwhelming, so stay organized with a planner, and do not let the "fun" side of college get the best of you. These have been some of the best years of my life, and just be a sponge and soak everything in. The professors are some of the most helpful and brilliant people you will meet, and can be some of the best contacts you will have when applying for grad school or jobs. Take advantage of the amazing gift college truley is.

My advice for myself if I could go back in time is to not be afraid to leave your comfort zone when you first arrive at college! Those first few days are the biggest opportunities you have to familiarize with the campus and to make new friends. Also since I chose to live in a dorm I would also advice to ALWAYS keep your door open while you're in your room! It's the perfect opportunity to meet some of the people who live on your floor. Also don't be afraid to introduce yourself to other people who have their dorm room doors open as well. In addition I would advise participating in as many activities as you can during the first few days! As well as signing up for ones to join that'll take place during the semester. Meeting people and being involved on campus can ensure you a great year at college!

Don't be afraid to get involved, people aren't as scary as they seem. By simply jumping in you will learn so much and regret nothing. You'll meet great people and create a solid community and better yet solid friends. Sitting around in your room isn't going to get you anywhere, you've got to go outside of your comfort zone and be willing to try new things. Take advatage of those new expirences, they don't come around everyday and they will be the things you remember for a life time. Also, big part of balancing your new life is not being too prideful to ask for help, and equally important, to give it. You're going to encounter things that you can't figure out or handle alone, but don't worry, there are tons of people who are willing to help and it's not a burden to them. Don't be afraid.

Yeah, you are on top this year. Live it up because things will never be this simple again. Now, calm down, don't worry, you will like college, even though you complain before it starts that you hate it. You will make friends with wonderful people. Nonetheless, before senior year ends, express to the people you have known for years that you love them and will miss them. Tell them that you wish them the best. Do not judge yourself based on others, in any way; not in grades, athletics, or looks. Everyone is unique and individual. Oh, and when that boy asks you out to Prom, be a good date. Talk to him? You know who it will be; he has only had a crush on you since forever. Also, listen to your mother and get the blue dress! It is okay for you to be pretty! Don't let others make life decisions for you, but listen to their advice, and know that they only want the best for you. You do not have to be afraid of change. By the way, it would not hurt to apply for more scholarships. Quit complaining and find them!

I would tell myself to start teaching yourself how to study. I would push myself to do better and doing the maximum amount of work available in order to get used to the class load in college. I would have made my mazimum amount of effort. I would have made sure that I was building up my will power in order to be prepared for college life.

The advice I would give myself is simple, sweet, and true. Don't sweat the small stuff. You will find a college where you fit in. You will make new friends in college. Your roommate will be alot taller than you (1' exactly), but you will get along swell with him. You will get involved. You will look for programs that get you prepared for college because they help you make new friends and get accustomed to the campus. I feel like I diddn't make this clear "dont cry over spilt milk" . College is more fun than you will ever imagine. The homework actually pertains to things you are interested in and the friends you make will be real. One more time to make it three. Relax everything comes with time.

So you're entering college? Here are some words of wisdom... 1. Try to avoid isoltaion- open youreself up to different cultures, ideas. Don't forgo your religious training, sow love. 2. Join a study group or culutural society, try different foods! Variety is the spice of life! 3. Smile, leave all attitudes at the door ! The world will smile back and with an open mind you'll approach new things with positivity and humility! 4. Stop, look and listen! Resist the temptation to be heard , don't force your ideas. You'll be amazed at what you will hear! 5. Exercise daily! A healthy body begats a healthy mind and you'll be able to eat without regrets or fat accumulation. 6. Expand your vocabulary 7. Learn another language, besides exercising the other side of your brain it's humbling and gratifying. 8. Reach higher! Dare to go beyond the "isms' of lovers, loved ones and friends. 9. Lastly don't be afraid if you stand alone. Maintain your vision! Accept your fear and walk through it. Just as the sun burns away the clouds, so shall your dreams be realized as you press on , focused on your goals!

I would definitely take more time with the housing application and roommate process. I ended up with a roommate that was completely different from me and she ended up stealing things from me when I wasn't in the room. If I had known that this would happen to me, I would have searched for a roommate that had similar interests as me. You can join many different groups on facebook in order to meet people before you move in. I never really took advantage of this opportunity and I got stuck with a roommate that does not get along with me. Otherwise, I would have paid a little more money to get a single room. I also would have chosen a meal plan with fewer meals because now, at the end of the fall semester, I have many meals left over, and it is a waste of money to not use them all.

As a student currently attending college, high school, and going through the college admission process in order to finish my undergraduate studies I can readily give valuable information on the topic at hand. While in high school you must learn that it is never too soon to begin the preparation for college. Whether it is studying for standardized tests, working towards your desired GPA or accumulating multitudes of extracurricular activities, you must begin as soon as possible. It may seem like the upperclassman years in high school are the time to begin college readiness but the truth is that this time occurs much sooner. This is due to the fact that during the upperclassman years you will be too busy with a job, harder classes, standardized tests, and college applications to focus on the smaller things that would make each endeavor easier in the long run. Also, diving into the scholarship search both rigorously and thoroughly will be both beneficial and time consuming.

I would tell myself that I need to relax and embrace who I am. I worried far too much about leaving my boyfriend behind, not being able to handle classes, not eating properly, not doing everything "right." Three years into college, I am finally starting to understand that there is no "right" way to go about living, and that I am far happier when I roll with life's challenges and changes instead of fighting them. I would remind myself that imperfection and impermanence can be fascinating and beautiful; many of history's greatest discoveries were the results of mistakes, and error is an integral part of art. Besides, if I were always perfect then I would have nothing to learn and would quickly be bored by anything new I tried. It is truly a struggle to believe this when I intend to enter the medical community, where the pressure to be perfect is ever-present. Yet, I recognize that expectation is not realistic, and I would let myself know that failing on occasion does not make me a failure. Coming to college with that acceptance would have made all that I have done more enjoyable and intrinsically valuable.

If I could go back and give advice to myself, I would have told myself to have gotten a job during the summer and started working on applying for jobs around campus sooner. As I have spent time on campus, I have seen countless events near by that would have been lots of fun to be able to attend. Unfortunately, I was extremely short on money. Also, having a job over the summer and during the year would help earn money to pay of loans from college sooner. The bills add up quickly and having a head start on being able to pay them back would have been great.

If I could go back in time to tell myself as a high schooler, I would tell myself to stay focused,THe road is not going to be smooth but you can do it so stay focused.

Going back in time I would have to tell myself that I need to make a list of pro's and con's of what I want from my life and how I could achieve it. If I didn't know then I would want to get all of my general education classes out of the way. That way I would have them done when I decided what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. I would tell myself to be outgoing and get more involved than I already am because it makes time go by so much quicker and it helps you experience what you don't like and what you do like. Organization is a very important tool to have in life and starting and practicing good organizations skills is a very helpful life tool.

One of the best things I could have done shortly after moving in to my dorm would have been to go around and introduce myself to people. I've met some over time and a few that first move in day, but there are people that live two doors away and I've never met them, now its gotten to the point where it'd be somewhat awkward to be introducing ourselves, later on in the school year. Another great thing is to always leave your door open, even if people don't take it as a time to walk in and talk, the more people on the floor with doors open, the more you can feel connected with the other people on your floor.

Strive for the higherst grades and study every day. Lay out a schedule and PLAN when you are going to hand in the assignments. Try to work a head, so that you are not over whelmed by too much work. Look for scholarships. Go for tutoring when you need to. Be assertive and less timid.

I would tell myself to work harder at not procrastinating; it's a horrible habit to get into!

As a college student, I would advise my high school self to really branch out. This was a problem for me when I first came to college because I was extremely shy. Talking to people in class, in your dorm floor, and not being afraid to join clubs and teams is a really important thing when making the transition. It eases the issues, such as missing home and being nervous for a big test, because there is a support system to hold you up. All the activities also make you more focused in school and look fantastic on a resume. Get involved is a phrase you will hear over and over again, but really taking it to heart is the thing that counts. It will improve academics, build a circle of life long friends, and ease every part of the transistion period.

I would tell myself that I was going to miss the carefree lifestyle I was living and to not worry about the small things like who I was going to prom with. I would order myself to get a job and plan my schedule around my job so that there was no conflict. I would try harder to get scholarships and other financial aid. I would tell myself to be prepared for everything to change, but not to sweat it because I’ll have people to help me through it all.

“17 year-old me, please don’t continue down the path you are going. I have been there. Lose your boyfriend, you always put his needs before yours. Soon everything will revolve around him and you will have no joy in your own life unless he is around. When you break up you can’t seem to function because you have no one to give your everything to anymore. It takes you 4 years to come to the conclusion that you need to live for yourself and put your focuses first and everything else will fall into place. In that four years that it takes you to realize that, your friends from high school have graduated from college. It is difficult and you feel like a failure.”I suppose that is the advice I would give to myself as a high-schooler. High grades and learning was always important to me and I began to let that slide as I grew deeper into my relationship with Mike. Currently, I am excited to begin going back to school, however there will always be the regret that I gave up my hopes and dreams because of a silly boy.

I would tell myself to make sure I get enough balance between school and a social life. Being in high school, it was very easy to spend the whole night after school just studying and not hanging out with friends during the week. In college, it's ok to socialize and be even more involved than in high school during the week because your friends are literally down the hall from you. I also would tell myself when beginning the transition to make sure I do not overschedule myself. After finding out the 18.5 credits was too much, I wish I had never gone through that stress and instead just knew not to overload like I did.

My transition to college life was quite smooth and easy to get acquainted with. I would tell my self to no stress so much about roommates, dormrooms, and friends. You can't control where you end up and who you are going to be with. Everyone is in the same position. Hardly anyone knows anyone and you have the opportunity to meet new people. It is great! Introduce yourself to everyone. Give everyone a chance. Who knows, your next door neighbor could become your best friend. Being away from your friends and family can be a bit daunting, but you can call them, skype them, write them, or facebook them whenever you are feeling a bit homesick. I would to look for more scholarships. There are so many out there. Just apply! You never know what you can get. Your parents and your future self will thank you.

Do not burn yourself out in high school because college seems to have a higher impact and effects your future than high school does.

I grew up in a small town, not knowing what to expect in college. If I could go back in time I would have done less extra-curricular activities and would have taken more college-credit courses. I knew that I did not have the skills to play college sports, but I was told that they help with scholarships in college. This is my third year in college and I have not yet found a scholarhip that depends only on high school activities. Coming from a small town I was not used to diverse cultures. My first year of college I attended a University and I was stunned at how different people were from eachother. If I could go back in time I would have created more chances for me to learn more about diversity and be able to get involved. Now that I am used to such a diverse environment I absolutely love it and I am learning more about people every day!

Self, now you know it is important for you to apply your self in school so you can get ready for transitioning to college. You don't have time to be lollygagging around and not focusing on developing your study habits. College requires a lot more comittment and you are the only one that can dedicate that time, so get it together and stay focused. I want you to represent yourself in a positive manner and be able to deal with the change effectively without being overwhelmed. It is so vital for your to be able to manage your time effectively because basketball is going to make a huge demand on you that will impact your education. Don't make up excuses as to say the teachers are not being compationate enough, just do what ever it takes to complete assigned work and prioritize your daily task.

Dear Senior Self, In order to make your transition from high school to college a bit easier, I listed a few simple steps to follow. First off, make sure to plan out your financials on a monthly basis to make planning next quarter easier. Next, don’t be afraid to ask questions. This sounds cliché, but this your career we are talking about not just another class. Third: take every class seriously because the end products are what go into your demo reel/resume; It’s not just a grade anymore. Fourth: make friends! Whether it is your teachers or classmates, having a wide social network with others is a big benefit in the video production field! Additionally, if someone offers or asks for help on a video or set, take the opportunity! The more experience you have the better! Plus, it gives you more confidence when you enter into the job market. Fifth: keep applying for scholarships throughout college. Trust me; you need the money for parking, books, among many other things! Finally, don’t stress out! Be happy and always remind yourself that this is what you are passionate about and that it isn’t just another chore.

I would first start off saying, not to worry. Moving away to college is a natural transition. You will easily meet the most interesting people in your life. You will be able to experience more knowledge than you thought possible growing up in Brighton, Iowa. Don’t worry about being “just a number,” at Iowa State, you will meet and stay in close contact with some of the greatest Apparel Merchandising professors in the country. Don’t be apprehensive about putting your thoughts and ideas out there, you will soon find that your peers are finally on the same page as you. You won’t be different because of the way you dress or how you design; you will be equal because you chose a college and a major that appraises individuality. Finally, prepare for success, through the projects you do, the organizations that you will be a part of, and the people you will network with. Don’t worry. That would be the advice I would give myself. There are too many “what if’s “in your life and worrying won’t solve any of them. Just take ahold of your life every day in a positive way.

The single most helpful piece of advice I could have used going into college would be to take responsibility for my own education. As a high school student there are numerous safety blankets, lifesavers, and second chances that will help to ensure you graduate. Your parents monitor your grades to ensure you are staying focused on your studies. The teachers remind you to turn in your homework and start studying in advance for the test next week. Your parents even attend parent-teacher conferences to talk with your teachers about how you are doing in school. In contrast, for a college student there is no one monitoring your progress, no safety blankets, or even lifesavers. When you fail a test there are no retakes. When your grades turn south in a class, there is no one there to keep you working hard. But there are some advantages to this new style of learning. If and when you graduate college, it will be because you took responsibility for your own education. You will be able to take pride in knowing that it was you and your hard work that got you through 4 years of school to finally acquire that degree.

I would tell myself to follow through with college, that there are resources available to help young mothers succeed in college, whether single or married. I would say that life has a way of taking over and carrying you too far too fast in directions you never considered before, and of hiding your dreams from you. There will never be anyone right there telling you how to do things and make your dreams happen. You need to get busy asking questions and seeking out the answers. Trust in your ability to learn and grow, and to handle what life throws at you. Get back into church, keep in touch with family, do not get so tied up with the day-to-day routines that you forget to stretch yourself, and learn new things. You can succeed and be somebody, so get busy.

I would tell myself to relax and that's its going to be fine. I would advise myself to have more fun in high school, because in college if you want a 4.0 and a sufficient amount of sleep, you can't have much of a social life. You have to make choices. You have to prioritize and start making decisions that are going to affect you for the rest of your life. I would also advise myself to become more involved on campus right away. It's so easy for time to get away from you, and before you know it, ALL you have is that 4.0. I would tell myself to make memories, not just a GPA. I would tell myself not to sweat the small stuff. To keep everything in perspective. But also to remain driven toward my goals.

I would definitely tell myself that college isn't all fun and games. I remember when I was in high school, all my friends who had already graduated would talk about how much fun college was and how great it was. No one ever said anything about how hard the transition was, how homesick you'd be (no matter how much you couldn't wait to leave), and how school was still school, just on a bigger campus with harder classes. I would go back and tell myself all this so my expectations would've been different coming into college. I think I had such high expectations about it being awesome, and that I'd be having so much fun I wouldn't miss anyone, that it made the transition harder when I realized that it wasn't all like that at all. It's a lot of work. I would also have told myself to study harder for those AP tests, because coming in with a few more credits would've made my life a lot easier.

I would tell myself to get a job to prepare to have money so you can afford to go to college. College is expensive and do not be disappointed when you cannot go to the college you wanted to because you could not afford it. Enjoy your Senior year because once this year is over you will not have another one like it. Be on top of everything that you do and make sure you get all of your college financial aids documents completed early. People expect you to know everything and to become an adult really fast so when you go to college make sure you figure out everything you need to do from someone that you know went there.

If I could go back in time and talk to my high-school-senior self, I wouldn't say much. My transition to college was difficult but definitely not as bad as some others I have seen. Back then I was really anxious about going off to college- making such big changes, finding my way around and building relationships. I would say to myself, "Go with your gut. You have already overcome the hardest part about going to college- you built the courage to make that leap of faith. Now, all you need is confidence. Being self-assured will ease your transition tremendously. Keep your head held high, follow your heart and do what you know is right. You have come so far and there is a fantastic reward at the end of these next four years, so enjoy the ride!"

the advice i would give myself is take time and learned everything that is given in high school. Pay attention and get much knowledge that i can receive so when i get into college the transitation and work would not be so hard or tedious. It would help me to ajust and prepared for the college environment and work.

Given the opportunity to go back a couple years and have a conversation with my senior year self, I would have given myself some advice. Senior year was an exciting time of my life. The future was mysteriously waiting ahead of me. I was spending my time walking through school not knowing what was to come in my college years. I also had a slight case of senioritis. I took three Uconn courses because I was feeling ambitious, in the beginning. After two weeks I was left with one Uconn course, Human Development. I had dropped chemistry and statistics because they a lot of work. Hard work and senioritis do not fit well together. If I went back I would have told myself to have stuck with those Uconn courses. In high school they stretch one class throughout the whole school year, not just one semester. It would have been a lot easier to grasp chemistry and statistics at a slower pace. I have learned my lesson on being lazy when it comes to school. Now my ambition results in good grades and an interesting new knowledge on new subjects, instead of a drop class form

Transitioning into college life can be a little overwhelming. Theres more homework, more responsibility, and more chances for social interaction. Remember that life may seem hard at times but if you stick to being yourself, you can get through it. At first it may seem you'll have a hard time making friends, but trust yourself. People will like you for who you are. When push come to shove remember to put your academics first, this is what you are going to school for. On the other hand make sure you do things you want to do. This is your time to be free and experience things. Don't hestiate, jump into things. Don't have any regrets. This is your time to experience the world for yourself, make choices, do things, meet people, have the time of your life!

If I could go back in time, I would say, "Trust your gut, Becca." I had always wanted to go to Iowa State University, but my thoughts focused on the hefty price tag and the 30,000 students. I spent too much time second guessing myself. I should have gone for what I really wanted right away: to go to Iowa State University. I would also say, "Dream big, Becca." I almost missed my chance to join the honors program at Iowa State because of my initial hesitation. I was intimidated by the number of students. I didn't believe in myself enough to join the honors program from the start. I did, however, end up signing up for the honors program late in the game. In doing so, I missed out on a lot of opportunities. Although my hesitation and lack of courage caused me to miss out on some experiences, my choices to attend Iowa State and sign up for the honors program were the best decisions I could have ever made. Most of all, if I could go back in time I would say, "Calm down, Becca. Just take one day at a time."

If I could talk to myself as a high school senior the best advice I could give myself is not to worry about the transition. The classes may be different, and you may be expected to do alot more, but as long as you come to school determined to succeed everything will work itself out naturally. If you go off to college thinking "I'm going to be the best I can be and let nothing stop me." you will make the transition just fine. Just learn how to keep track of what needs done and what more can you do to be even more successful. If someone told me I would be House President as a freshman last year I wouldn't have beleived them in a million years. Now I am a freshman House President. I represent over 50 guys on my floor of my dorm building.

Apply for scholorships and do your research. If you take the time to get online and search through all of the scholorships and do research about colleges it will really help you make your decisions and pay for college!

First and foremost stay focused on your studies, don't get senioritis and slack off, college is no joke but it is well worth it. Second take advantage of every opportunity! There will be alot to do on campus so get out there and explore life; get involved; participate in clubs and intramurals; go to events; meet people. Life on campus is exciting and challenging. In the end you will see that it is well worth the time and effort you put in. You will make life long friends and you will learn more about yourself as a person than you ever imagined. You will grow and develop as time goes on and that is a good thing! Don't be affriad to try something new, go somewhere, and dream big, you can do it and college is a great way to achieve anything you want to in life!

The best advice that I could have gotten as a high school senior would have been this: stop worrying about what everyone else thinks! After a year in college, I have come to realize that in the real world, it doesn't matter if you are "cool," it doesn't matter what your parents think, and it doesn't matter if you do what you think other people expect you to do. You won't be happy until you find yourself and figure out who you are and what you want out of life. So take others' advice, but take it with a grain of salt. Go to college with an open mind, have new experiences, and figure out for yourself who you are. There are a lot of people at college, some who are like you and some who are different. Try to learn from everyone you meet and take it all in - college will be over before you know it!

Learn good study habits before you get to college; it's hard to form them once you're here because there is always something else you'll want to do. Studying should come first but you should still always make time to have a life and have fun. College should be the best time of your life, not just what gets you the highest paying job possible.

College is very different from high school. The level of difficulty and importance of college classes is enormous. Study skills and the determination to succeed are extremely important. Start developing these skills now and college will go very smoothly. You may not like hearing this, but your parents are right on almost everything. So stop trying to fight them, and work on making your relationship better with them because it will make everything easier in the future, especially in college. Apply for scholarships! Yes, you think you have enough money saved up and you do have some, but scholarships are such a great help. Your roommate may not become your best friend. It is a common misconception for incoming freshman. They can definitely be great people and a lot of fun to hang out with, but don't get caught up on becoming besties. There are so many new people and things to do, everyone is in the same position so don't stress about it. Enjoy having everything paid for because in college you will be poor. A poor college student. So save your money for those rainy college days.

Even though it is tough to stay focused, the only way to succeed is by keeping on track. Spend those extra hours studying; enjoy when you figure out a solution to a problem. No matter how frustrated you become at this moment, it can always get worse. By using these tools, you will have a better time in future classes, because you will have already learned how to stay balanced in your school work.

I would reasure myself that I will go through many changes through my years in college. I cannot expect to know exactly what I will look like when I get to the end, and I should be willing to adapt to those many challenges ahead. As long as I keep my sights on the goals which I have laid out for myself; I will not fail. Sure, I will struggle at times and I may even want to quit, but if I keep persevering I will gain much faith in the abilities that I have been given. I will become a stronger soldier in this life of up's and down's. Ryan, you can do anything that in which you put your mind to. Have faith. Be a leader. Become the man that you dream of being. Impossible is nothing. "God, grant me the serenity To accept the things I cannot change, Courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference."

I would have chosen a school that was less expensive, even though I love mine. I have had a great experience at Iowa State, regardless of my cultural and personality differences with the majority of people here, but I wish I didn't have to work two jobs. I work one full time and the other only ten hours a week, but have to work both to stay afloat. I would have much rather been able to focus more on my studies and extra-curricular activities but more than half of my college life was spent working to pay bills. Once I graduate I will have several thousands of dollars in debt and will need a well paying job immediately to start making those payments but in today's job market and with Iowa State's job placement help, or lack thereof, the outlook isn't promising.

Experiencing college now is not a task to underestimate. Resty, you are a superb student and i wish that you taken High School a little bit more serious than you did. But that is okay since we are still on a good note even now. College is not that hard unless you do no take the time to focus on it. You have to be dedicated and think that this is all for the best. Study and take some time to do extracurricular activites as well because it will really help to build a successful person that you will become. Do not be afraid at all of this new field. Yes, high school came easy but college is a whole new level. You will have to rely on yourself more and sometimes no one will be there, but that is when you can stay strong and believe. One more thing, enjoy life as well.

College should be called the gateway of opportunities. Muhammed! You have the chance to not only create an abundant future for yourself; you can help others do the same. College isn’t about taking meaningless class on subjects you don’t care about. College isn’t about just getting a piece of paper to make more money at some fortune four hundred company either. It’s about learning who you are as a human being. It’s about learning what your ancestors did in the past so you can sit in a chair, at a university, to higher you level of knowledge. College is about being the creator of the new world. My best advice to you is to take every opportunity presented to you. Help others who want to be help. Become the new leader for the new world we live in. Don’t let college past you by. Because at the end of the day, we are creating tomorrow by the actions we do today! So get up! Work hard to create tomorrow! But, be smart about how you create it today.

If I could go back in time to speak to my former self, I would tell him not to worry about anything. College is a great time to experience new things; to try. Failure and success are both apart of the transistion, both need to be accepted. Learn from any failures you have and enjoy your successes. Oh, and bring a bike!

Make sure u get into the college u now u wil do your best and be ready for it because if u get out of it you have to own money back to the school. Don't get into a college and miss classes are dont do your work because then it will be all waste of time,just make sure you ready to go to college.

I would have told myself not to assume I wouldn't like a university. I am a transfer student and went to a small private college my freshman year because I didn't think I would like the change of small classes in high school to large lecture halls. I would tell myself to be ready to read a lot, but not get extremely caught up in having to have every single reading done exactly on time. I don't mean this in an irresponsible way, but I know that I need a good amount of sleep and I know which classes are going to challenge me on my readings more than other classes. Also, I would tell myself to get to know my professors more because they are here to help you and want to be a part of my college career.