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What i would want to tell myself is to do all of the assigned reading. High School is very different from college. In high school you can skip the reading assignment and still recieve an easy A in the class, but in college it is a whole different story. In order to succeed in college you must do the readings. The reading is also a lot different; hey are longer and more complicated. I honestly wish I could tell my high school self to do all the assigned readings so I would have a much easier time now. I would be able to read a lost faster and comprehend the material more if I had completed all of the reading in high school. If I did more work in high school, my college experience would be a lot easier. That is something that I overlooked in high school and what I would want to tell myself as a high school senior. Take twenty minutes to do the reading assignment so that it will not take you hours to do it in college. Do the reading and it will pay off in so many ways.

Echo I need you to listen! I know you are hard working and stubborn, but hear me out. Do not be in a rush to get into the workforce and let your education take a backseat to a paycheck. Even if you doing really well in your respective field you will top out unless you have that magical piece of paper called a degree. You will see an increase in young, educated people promoted around you while you try to finish a degree. The biggest challenge is that the older you get the more responsibilities you will have that will become road blocks to you attending classes. You will work hard all day and then try to squeeze in a few classes here and there. You will be tired and still have to go home and tend to bills and other grown up responsibilities. You will feel older with each year that passes and the students sitting next to you will only get younger. Money is not everything and I promise your need for a higher income will only increase with age. Be smart sacrifice now for a less stressful and more enjoyable future. You can do it!

Assuming this were possible, I would travel back to tell myself to do more research about the school I was going to. Kent wasn't my first choice. It was more of an attempt to leave my home state and discover myself. I would assure myself that although I will be on my own, I will learn so much about my motivation and aspirations to further my educational curiosity. These are definite pieces of advice I would give to my high school self, but the best advice I could give myself is simply relax. Most of my stress and anxiety came from worrying about the future. If college has taught me anything it's how to be patient and realize that I cannot control everything. There were moments I felt helpless, useless and unaccomplished. Now, I will be graduating soon and these moments seem less intense. I have so much more time and energy to do whatever I dream possible. That's it really. The best advice for my former self would be patience and realize it doesn't matter how much I have freaked out in the past, it was worth it to have these dreams come to fruition.

If I were able to go back in time and talk to my former self as a high school senior, I would smack him up side the head. I would tell him to focus more on school than work, but to never forget why he was there in the first place. I would tell him to appreciate the time he has with his close friends, and to always listen with open ears and an open heart. I would tell him that there are no absolutes in life, and that living in a cloud of pessimism is poisonous. I would give me a list of great books to read, amazing music to listen to, and maybe even a guitar lesson or two. Oh, and one last thing. I would probably tell him to invest heavily in Citi Group in September of 2008 and maybe even shoot Steve Jobs and email about a device you had thought of called the Ipad.

If I was to go back in time and talk to myself about college life I would inform myself of many things. The first advice I would give myself would have to be to take all my math classes right off the bat and get them out of the way. Instead of taking a lower level math class like I did (which didn’t count towards my major). By taking Algebra first I would have finished all my math classes in three semesters instead of six. Another piece of advice I would give myself as a senior would have to be, take classes that count towards my major. By taking random classes that I believed to be “fun” just put me behind and, in the end, proved to be a waste of money. Many universities offer diverse courses as LERS and by taking advantage of those a person receives at least a few new ideas that might be inspiring. The last piece of advice I would give myself would be, there is nothing to be afraid of at college. Kent State has proven this to me time and time again. Professors are extremely helpful and always readily available.

As a high school student, I valued education, but did not work as hard as I should have. I figured when time came, I would work hard for honors in college. Now, as a college student, if I could go back in time I would tell myself a couple of things. First, I would tell myself to not worry about the teachers that were "out to get me" or the friend that stabbed me in the back or treated me bad. I would say, "Don't worry about your personal mistakes, those won't matter in college." Second, I would tell myself once I got over the little mistakes, to study hard. In high school, I didn't realize how my actions would affect college acceptance. I could have education payed for instead of working full time through summer, and having to alter my school schedule to get in 17 hours of work during fall and spring. I would tell myself I have a 3.9 in college, so strive for that in high school, because when time came, I'd rather be studying for my degree than struggling to balance work and studies to simply stay in school.

Dear Past-self, You’ll get accepted into your dream school; I promise. I know you’re all excited about a new life and a new beginning and all that, but you have to slow down. College goes by so quickly; you feel like you’ve only been there for a semester and suddenly it is two years later. So stop staying up all night dreaming of what could be and enjoy what you have! Enjoy the days when your parents tell you to go to sleep at 10:00 PM, because that doesn’t happen here and you’ll wish you could go to bed that early. Enjoy the warmth of the half-broken furnace in your high school, because when you get here you have to walk between classes in a foot of snow. You even have to enjoy your homework, because that paper you’re complaining about now, a total of two pages, is nothing when you realize you have a ten page paper due in the morning. What I’m trying to say is just relax and have fun, because next year you are in for quite a ride. Take care, Future-self

I remember you perfectly. You always thought of yourself so highly, and I'll admit: maybe you had reasons to. You were caring, and you listened to everyone when they had something to say. I respect that. You were goofy and outspoken. You were originally a dirty blonde but accidentally shocked your hair straight black. You went from the cute little prep girl to the punk--only because you were sick of being stepped all over, or taken advantage of. You felt bad. Bad as in...powerful. And then look what happened. November 23rd, two o'clock, just after school. You officially fell in with the wrong crowd, and wanted to prove it. You stole something because you felt so powerful, so unstoppable. You had no reason to. Nobody told you to steal, nobody peer pressured you. You did anyway. You were caught, and you realized how stupid you really were. I am in college now and you're still there, back in my past. Life is beautiful, life screws you over. Analyze the important things: happiness, family, friendship. If you do anything to upset that triplet, you may never be you again. All I can say is: that stings.

One of the things I wish I would of thought more about in high school was saving my money. I never really realized how much buying books would cost or other things like a parking pass. I also would of told myself that I should of tried my best in High School and never slacked off; so I would of gotten the GPA I was capable of which would of given me the chance to recieve a lot more money from Kent State to go toward my degree. But I definitely think that the thing I wish I would have known while being in high school was the amount of stress you get while being a full time student and trying to work at the same time while living on your own. It is not all fun and games like you believe it to be.

The advice I would give to a senior in high school getting ready to go to college is to be prepared. To plan early and have a game plan on what you want to do. The best possible thing is know where you want to go and complete all your forms early, because the earlier you do this the better off you will be. To work hard your senior year and instead of taking the minimal amount of classes take classes that will benefit you in college, that it will lessen your chances of taking tedious remedial courses. That preparation is important and being prepared will help you more then you realize.

If I could go back in time and give the younger me any advice. I will would tell him to stay focused on the future and go to college right off the bat. Waiting till i am almost thirty and being a single father makes it harder to return. Going back to school to follow your dream is better sooner then later.

To talk to myself in the past i would have to start by telling myself that i need to make the most of the four years ahead of me. Already being in college for a year has gone by faster then expected. These are the years of your life that you form bonds you will carry for the rest of your life. I also would tell myself to keep on myself about studying and getting my work completed on time. In college, the work load is exponentially increased and it can be stressful if you slowed down in your senior year of high school. Make sure you give yourself the best chance to succeed in college because you will need every bit of help you can get. And the final piece of advise is to ask for help when you need it. At first it might seem like professors are just there to teach you and go home. But in fact they are there when you need them at any time and if you are having a hard time, just ask and they will be more then willing to help you out.

If I was able to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school junior/senior (I graduated a year early), I would have told myself to save up money and to ask a lot of questions. Coming into college, I felt as if I didn't know anything, so I wish I could go back in time and tell myself to speak up when I was confused. I would have also told myself to look for scholarships before because college is expensive and it's hard to get the payments in on time without some help. Looking at the more positive side, I would have told myself to stop worrying about what people were going to think of me when I got here because I ended up meeting people that I know will be friends of mine for the rest of my life.

If i could go back ,and give myself more advice i would tell me to be less lazy and to focus more on school, than on my social life. Also if i could focus more on school i would be elgible to play football, and maybe by now i would of had a football scholarship, and would be playing football for college.

Don’t worry, everything going to be fine. It will get a lot easier with time. Even though English is not your first language, it will get better. There will be a lot of great people on your way that will help you, who will understand and support you; however, there going to be some people, that don’t believe that you deserve to go to college. They might feel that you not good enough to attend University, but they are wrong. Don’t let this bring you down, it's not worth it, they don’t deserve your tears. Don’t drop out of school. You deserve to be here. You moved to this country nine years ago, look how much you have done. Full time job, full time school, minimum loan. Don’t let anyone to tell you, that you can’t do something. Take a deep breath, do your best and forget the rest.

There are two things that really stick out to me that I wish I would have known as a high school senior. Those two things are get involved and stand up for yourself! I would tell myself that academics aren't everything. Put down the books and get involved in school functions whether it be watching/playing in sporting events, clubs, after school activities, or volunteer work. The second thing I would tell myself is to stand up for myself and not be pushed around by others just to make them happy. I would have gotten rid of my no-good boyfriend, stood up to my roommate that made my first semester of college miserable, and done things for myself instead of pleasing others more than myself. I would tell myself that I can't be held back by what others may think of me and instead do what I truly want to do and not what others think I should be doing. There is so much world out there, the only thing I need to do is step out of my comfort zone and learn who I really am and want to be.

I would tell my self to make sure i managed my time the coreect. Also that there are many things to do on capmus but I can do all of them. i would let my self know that its okay to venture outand meet new people because the more people you network with the better.

If I could go back in time and tell my senior-standing self about college, I would tell myself numerous things. The first advice that I would give myself is DO NOT FALL BEHIND. You need to study EVERY DAY and keep up with all of your classes. It is very difficult to try and catch up at the last minute and try teaching yourself chapters of information at one time. The second piece of advice I would give myself is time management is the key to success. Having all of your work organized and carrying a planner will save your life. You must space out your work accordingly, so you are less stressed. The third piece of advice I would give to myself is partying and a social life are not everything. Being at college is a privilege, and it is best not to mess up your academic standings. Academics are what you are attending college for, and furthering your education and succeeding is your goal. The last piece of advice I would give myself is to be kind to everyone and do not judge people, because everyone has a story behind them.

If I was given the chance to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would have a lot of advice to tell myself. In high school, I was a B+ student, but they were raised to A's due to the fact that my charm and sweetness toward my teachers allowed me to have higher grades than what I deserved. I thought that trait would follow me to college as well, but it did not. I would tell myself that I would have to work harder for my grades in college. Working meaning after homework was done, I would still have another 2 hours of studying to get done. After the addtional 2 hours of studying I would also have to attend SI sessions as well. I would also advise myself to get as many scholarships done as possible. Coming in to college I owed $200 that my parents did not want to pay. I would advise myself that there are many more scholarships out there, money sitting around that people want to give away and to go after it. I wish I could really go back and start over.

If I could go back in time to speak to my self as a high school senior, I would give myself plenty of advise for the many things I would be facing in the next year or two. First off, I would tell myself that all the hard work will pay off, and to be patient with the whole college processes. I would also tell myself to live out my high school year to the fullest and to not forget that my senior year only happens once and I should not miss anything. I would reassure myself that everyone going into college is in the same boat as me, so try not to be so nervous. Any transition into a different atmosphere is difficult, but coming into the situation with a positive attitude and making the most out of the experience is important. I would tell myself that the next year is an exciting time but to not forget that the main thing I need to focus on is my school work. Just as I worked hard in high school and that paid off, my hard work in college will pay off too.

I would tell myself that no matter how much teachers tell you they are preparing you for college, it never amounts to the real experience. There is no slacking off in fashion design and time management is one of the biggest issues for every college student. I would also tell my self that no matter how dark and dismal things may seem they will get better. And if you can just push through the dark, you will eventually see the light.

I would tell myself not to stress as much about the work load and not having time for a social life. At a community college, having time to study while still seeing friends is possible and not as hard as I thought it would be. I would tell myself to relax and not worry about the little things so much but still save plenty of time to do the big projects so that the B could have been bumped up to an A with just twenty minutes of extra work. I would remind myself that an A, while it seems so very far away from a B, isn't. Sometimes it's only a few points here and there.

In college, you have a ton of free time and you need to learn how to adapt that quickly. Also, the work load is much more than what you are use to in high school. Learn to put time aside each day to go over your school work before you do anything social. Other students can be very helpful. They can give you their notes, and help you understand the course. College is a whole other type of school than high school, so keep that in mind.

High School Me had a lot on her plate. She went through countless, terrifying lectures about the dangers of college and campus living, while loading herself down with more work than she could handle. The rigors of AP tests and SATs were nothing to the scowling faces and waving fingers of her teachers, warning her that alcohol would be the norm, and that professors wouldn't be nearly as understanding of her issues. In college, they warned, there was no one to help you, should you get stuck. College was a deep, dark world of partying and binging, of lectures and exams, of textbooks bigger than your head and greasy pizza. There's nothing I would love to do more than go back and give High School Me a reassuring pat on the back. If I could, I would shake the worries out from her head, dispelling the threatening imaginings of meat-headed frat boys and austere professors. (There would be very little I could do for her about the textbooks bigger than her head, but I would try my best!) College isn't so bad, I'd tell her. In fact, I've never been happier.

If I were to go back in time and lecture myself on the future, I would tell myself to stay focused and follow your passion. There are too many people that are not focused and end up where they do not want to be. Likewise, there are too many people that avoid taking chances and following their dreams. If you can see it, you can be it. People often choose the "safe" majors that are sure to earn money instead of risking it all and accomplishing their real goals. Sure, it may be smart to have something to fall back on, but you cannot limit yourself to what you know you can do. You have to use your full potential and see what else you can do that maybe you didn't know you could. In a nutshell, I would tell myself to "keep doing what your doing and never give up."

Knowing what I know now, I would tell myself to listen and talk to your professors because they are there to help you out and give you the tools to succeed. Participating in classes through being vocal and taking good notes is key. Another piece of advice I would give myself is to not be afraid of meeting new people. There's nothing worse than going to a brand new place, especially a college, and barely knowing anyone. The willingness to meet new people and step outside of your comfort zone will make the transition from being a high school student to a college student that much easier. Those are the main pieces of advice that I would give myself in order to have a great college experience.

The advice I would give my "high school senior" self would be endless. One piece of advice in specific would have been to research and apply for scholarships. As a high school senior I was intimated because then, I knew I wasn't the "brightest" or the most "talented" academic student. I would inform myself to try until succeeding and eventually something will come along. Not trying has brought me to the point of being 24-years old, working a dead end job and nothing to show for it. Financial aid and work studys can only get you so far. Loans can help fill the gap but the pressure of finding employment and re-paying the funds back can bring potential prospects to postpone their dream of a degree. Scholarships can be hard to obtain but the unlimited resources available at colleges and online can assist you in being one of many to obtain various scholarships to assist with school. I want to tell my high school senior self to not be afraid or intimdated by applying for scholarships, they may be your gateway into a brighter future.

I would tell myself, it is going to be tough, but dont give up because it will be worth it. I got very burned out because I was working full time and going to school full time. I would tell myself that I need to push through and finish college because it is even tougher to go back at age 29. I would also tell myself to take the time to figure out exactly what I want to be when I grow up. College is expensive and if you dont know exactly what you want to become, you will waste alot of money that you will have to pay back eventually. I would tell myself to take college seriously, dont blow off classes because you dont feel like going, make an effort and you will get rewarded with a wealth of knowledge and a GPA you can be proud of.

I would advice myself to push my GPA up as high and get the best SAT score possible in order to find the most schoarships and grants I possibly can.

Throughout my high school experience I was always one to minimize studying. I believed that I knew everything and luckily enough I was able to do well in school with the attitude I had. However, with not having much experience studying, going into my first college exam was a complete disaster. Returning college students always talk about how college is just like high school except you are not forced to go to class. The one major piece of information that is lacking with college students returning home to tell their experiences is how important going to class is and how important studying is to your college education. If I were to go back into time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself that going to class is mandatory and if you don’t study; the people who support you will be disappointed and you will be thwarted with yourself as well.

My college experience is the best five years of my life because I made some life long friendships and learned a lot of things. I really enjoyed the social aspect of my college, maybe too much. During college I had trouble relating with people and as time moved forward, I got better at that. I also enjoyed the independence of being away from parents. The only way you grow and mature is being independent and learning and doing things on your own. College gives you that chance. I also got a good education that makes the high cost of tuition worth it. Some of the classes I took, I really enjoyed. Some classes taught life long skills while others gave me and synopsis of the course material. I'm glad I went to college because it helped me grow as a person, gave me the social life I wanted, and gave me a good education. I know college isn't for everyone but it was necessary for me!

My college experience, which is still going on, has been valuable and I wouldn't take it back for anything. My college experience is the best learning tool I have come across. During my college years, I have really buckled down and figured out who I am, personally and as a member of society. I have learned self-discipline and responsibility in a way that I don’t think I could have learned anywhere else. I learned to take care of myself, and I discovered there is so much pride in doing so. College has opened my eyes and allowed me to be around amazing people, whether it be a professor or a student. I learned that working hard and taking a more challenging route comes with many benefits. The only reward that comes with taking the easy way out in life, is that it’s easy. College is an amazing learning experience, but also a great personal experience. I am grateful to be a student at a school where I feel so at home.

When I first began attending Kent State, I was a magazine journalism major with half-baked dreams of writing for Cosmo. As I began taking classes in my major, I started to realize I didn't like writing; it was formulaic and tedious, and my hard work often came with little or no reward. With the help of older students and faculty member, I was able to find a new major: Information Design. I love my new major. It allows me to be creative and innovative, and while it still doesn't come with a whole lot of praise or physical rewards, I find it personally rewarding. If it wasn't for the people I met here at Kent State, I wouldn't have found my true calling as a designer. I am grateful for my time here because it has really prepared me for what I hope will be a rewarding career in information design following my graduation.

I am currently attending a two year community college. I was unable to go straight to a four year school because of my families financial situation. But I will be transferring in fall 2011 to complete my bachelors degree. So far my college experience has been great. I haven't met too many new people because I go to a commuter school, so the students don't really interact that much. However my classes have all been awesome and my classmates are pretty school. I have really enjoyed the general education classes I have been taking. At first I thought, ok this is ridiculous I just graduated from high school why do I need to take these types of classes again. But once I got in them, I loved them. I can't wait to transfer to a four year so I can meet new people and have an even better college experience. Winning this money would mean the world to me.

In January of 2009 I began my journey towards obtaining my Associates Degree at Clark College. I had been out of school for many years to raise a family and to work; however, I am excited to be back and ready to achieve my goal. My long term goal is to become a licensed Speech and Language Pathologist. Having worked in the public school setting for many years, I observed many special needs students struggling with speech and language disabilities. It was through those observations, and by working side by side with these special needs students, that created the passion and desire within me to become a SLP. It is the desire and dedication towards achieving my goal that has led me to be successful in my studies thus far. Currently, I have a 4.0 GPA at Clark College. I know my diligence will continue to pay off in my studies. Returning to school has envoked in me both a desire to be a better person and to help others. Furthermore, it has also demonstrated to me the importance of education in today's world. My hope is that I can share that importance with children through my career.

My college experience has helped me learn to connect with people. I used to consider myself to be somewhat introverted, but at Kent State I easily learned to communicate with people and make alot of friends and meet alot of people I probably wouldn't normally befriend. I really learned to motivate myself and be a responsible adult, and hold my education and future in my own hands. It taught me how to be an independent, highly motivated student.

As far back as I can recall I was asked the question, “what do you want to be when you grow up?” With each passing day I would find a different answer: explorer, professional soccer player, or teacher, every day I had a new ambition. This question has been bounced around for years however; I finally understand what it truly means. I now realize that the question is no longer asking what do you want to do, it is asking who will you be? This is the question I am finding my answer to everyday at college. I went to college knowing I wanted to be in the field of education. I chose the path to becoming a middle school teacher specializing in science and social studies. As a teacher my hope is for my students to forget the four walls of a classroom and to see beyond, applying their to their daily lives. I want to engage my students with hands-on learning experiences and techniques that promote education at its’ finest. Without a college degree I would not be able to share my passion for education with future generations, for that reason my college experience is absolutely invaluable.

So far, the most valuable thing I’ve gotten out of my college experience is maturity. People tell me that college is different from high school, and that it’s hard, but there’s a lot that I wasn't told. For example, professors don’t remind me that I have a paper due, or that there’s a test next class. I found that it’s my responsibility to check my syllabus daily for due dates or upcoming tests. Or if I become sick, I can’t have my mother call and make an appointment. I have to make the appointment and pay for the visit and medication. I no longer have people telling me when and where to be or have someone there (like my mother) when in need. This forces me to become mature and responsible. Some of my friends didn’t move out and go to college. I can honestly see a strong difference in our levels of maturity. I feel that going away to college is a necessity in the maturing process, and that every high school graduate should have the opportunity to do so.

I have benefitted so much from the professors and from other students in my college, because I have really been interested in learning and in discovering new things. I took three years off of school between college and high school in order to save money for school. I was able to take time to decide what I wanted to study, and once I decided to go to college, I was ready to learn and very motivated to succeed. I have gained valuable skills in teaching, as I am majoring in education, and my professors have given me a lot of responsibility and have also supported me by being there to talk or work through any challenges I've had. Being a student again has given me the confidence I need to be a teacher.

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College in the last year alone has taught me many valuable life lessons. I have learned how to multi task more and also learned that you have to manage you time more then anything in college. College is a lot of studying and going to class but it also teaches you how to grow up as well. We have to learn how to take care of ourselves for once and know that mom or dad arent there to do it for us. We also have to make decisions on our own without our parents telling us the right ones. So we are bound to make mistakes in college but all we have to realize is that thats what life is. You make mistakes and you learn from them. Its as simple as that. College has showed me this and countless other life lessons that I wouldnt be the same without to this day.

I have befriended countless knowledgable professors and made high-caliber friends. The campus's environmental activism also makes me a proud Kent State student. The dining options also allow for a balanced diet which is nice when you're limited to finite options. Activities are plentiful on campus. Community service opportunities are easy to find. I was able to clean up the Cuyahoga River in kayak earlier last semester. My roommate and I enjoy billiards, ping-pong, lifting weights, ultimate frisbee and running. Housing has proven to be comforting as well as responsive. Housing administration readily enforces dorm regulations and helps in conflicts between residents which facilitates keeping the dorm a comfortable and safe place to live. My department advisor helps with everything from my schedule, to scholarships and research opportunities which is priceless for any student getting ready for the competitive job market of today. Overall, I don't have much to complain about concerning my experience at this university. Any student that wants to work hard and play hard would fit in perfectly at this campus.

My parents have always been interested in the financial news since I was a child. Almost every evening I heard them discussing the current economy and financial markets. Whenever they held different ideas, they patiently explained to me in the simplest language as if I might have had the solutions. Although I was unable to view all the issues clearly, I was gradually led to the arena of business and financial analysis. I found out how important the professional knowledge would be if I intended to run a successful company or avoid the unnecessary financial loss at least. I have ever since made the decision to become a professional manager with a formal training in the business school. The major of Management has always remained my top choice. Coming to China earlier to learn Chinese, a few friends of mine told me the business education in the Western countries has lasted for hundreds of years. In China the college education only started opening itself to the modern concept of business management about thirty years ago. We still have a long way to go, but should catch up quickly.

As I am in my sophomore year in college, classes seem a bit boring. My goals extend into a fifth year of college, earning a Master's degree in Fashion Merchandising. I also plan to go to Italy in fall of 2011. So at this point and time, I've only taken basic classes in preparation of the in-depth classes of my major. These classes won't mean as much in the big picture, but I am so happy I've had the chance to take them. For my science classes, I was able to take Human Evolution and Astronomy. These classes interested me and I could process the information better. Chemistry and biology were more difficult for me to imagine, and I usually did not do well in these classes. College has made me realize how important your interests are in learning. English is usually another one of my sore subjects in school, but the classes I took here allowed me to write about fashion. I fully enjoyed researching my topics and writing them, no matter what the length of the essay. A focus of your passions allows you to value what college has to offer.

I've made a bunch of great friends, that i know i will keep in touch with after college. I'm also getting a great education from wonderful teachers. Its been valuable for me to attend because i know that i'm getting prepared for my future here and that i am getting the best education. I would not trade my college experience for anything, it's made a better person and has made me take responsibilty for my actions.

College has opened up the doors to life for me. It has provided me with a glimpse of reality and the pros and cons of being an adult. Even though it has only been my first semester, college has drastically furthered my education and has made me a more knowledgeable person. Through college I have gained career direction, poise, and newfound self confidence.

I have gotten many valuable lessons out of my experience that I will use once I graduate college. I have learned that I cannot allow my personal life effect my performance at college. Right now I am to treat my education as a job. I have a phenominal work ethic and my people skills have grown tremendously. I have learned to give 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} at the very least at everything I do, and I have learned not to let failures discourage me, but rather view them as opportunities for growth and learning. I have learned to use my future patients (because I want to be a nurse) be my inspiration for my school work, they are the reason I am in college for nursing, and I cannot wait to meet them. I have also learned that excelling in school should be my priority right now, but it is okay to have more priorities, as long as I can balance them. Such as spending time with friends and family, because they are my biggest support group, as well as my faith and personal health. If I cannot take care of myself, I cannot take care of others.

I came to Kent State on a whim and there has not been a day that I have regretted that decision. The uniquely arboreous and open campus environment provides for comfortable student life throughout the campus. The atmosphere both inside and outside of the campus has allowed me to open my eyes and challenge myself to step out of my comfort zone. There is also a lot of history that is associated with Kent State University and it is this history that seems to unite both alumni and current students with the commonality of understanding the importance of the events of May fourth. I have enjoyed my academic experience because the university provides for a variety of different styles of courses and instruction that students can choose from. As a student, I have felt like I have been in control of my education and that it is up to me to make the best of the experience. The academic, social, and active experience that I have had has resulted in my personal growth and discovery. Had I went to a more conservative university, I would not have gained the strong sense of independence that I now have.

I’ve gotten many valuable college experiences attending BCC, even though it’s a 2-year local college. I was lucky enough to start attending this school the summer just before my senior year as a Dual Enrollment student. I didn’t take it too fast, which is why I'm still attending college. I took it slow in school because I knew that I would be in school for a decent amount of time and I didn’t want to overload myself right away. I didn’t want to mess it up. The year before this last semester, I was the Secretary of the SGA. It taught me to be more social and to voice my opinion because people really do care to hear your opinion. I’ve learned to manage my time better, between social, personal projects, and schoolwork. After BCC, I plan to go to FGCU where I plan to major in English and minor in Education. I am most excited about this because I hear it’s a good school and because I will be made to become an adult, to work, to manage my money that I may earn, and to take care of myself.

I have had a great experience at college so far because it has made me a better person. Not only have I learned a lot from my classes but I have learned a lot about myself. I have learned how to interact with all different types of people in a lot of different situations. It has been a valuable experience in more ways than one. It has motivated me to be a better person and to strive for more out of life. Being in college has opened my eyes to what possibilities are out there for me in the career field of my interest. Mainly it has been valuable to me because it has helped me grow, and continue to grow, into a smart, motivated, eager individual. It has given me the opportunity to achieve my goals and to not stop striving for them.