Metropolitan State University of Denver Top Questions

Scholarship candidate par excellence, am I. My plan is to perpetuate your investment by giving, from my education, back to the community at large. I am studying Business Management and Law. A substantial number of people who need legal services cannot afford them. At the same time a large number of paralegals and attorneys fresh out of college have difficulty establishing themselves in the community for lack of experience. The idea is a simultaneous solution. It is one that my educational pursuits are perfectly positioned for-- incubator for fresh law professionals and low/no cost services for the poor. It is a niche that is not currently or adequately satisfied by what is available in the market. Your investment will help this disabled person to self-sustaining independent income. A former construction supervisor and contractor is no longer able to perform physical labor of that nature. Though no longer seeing well enough to drive a nail or pilot an automobile, a computer enables reading and writing. Mere physical impediments do not have to hamper use of life experience. In fact previous managing experience lends handily to the goals mentioned.

My college experience has helped me mature in so many ways. I have become a better student, daughter, sister, and friend. I have also gained so much more respect for myself. Classes that I have taken such as Psychology and Political Science have taught me to understand the way others feel and think and to be more accepting of people's differences. I have grown to be a more thoughtful and disciplined person as well. The rigorous assignments we are forced to finish teach responsibility and time management and prepare me for tasks I will be faced with in my career and later on in life. I am better able to distinguish the difference between events in my life which are insignificant and the one's which are important to my future and growth as an individual. I no longer worry so much about petty things like partying and leisure time. College, for me, has put life into perspective.

Through my college experience, I have learned that in order to succeed there needs to be organization, hard work and perseverance. These three things I had know before but never knew the true meaning of. I am a first generation in college and did not get much guidance in anything that had to do with college, therefore I entered college with no tools. I learned the hard way that in college you need to be super organized, college requires extemely hard work, always give that extra mile, and no matter how hard the road looks, there is always a way out, always a solution. I have been motivating myself to make these three things, everyday things, for everyday situations. I set a goal and reach it, no matter how hard and how long it takes, I can do it. I can do anything I set my mind to. That is what my college experience has made me believe.

I have gained a new understanding of independence. I have experienced the joy of setting a goal and taking the steps necessary to attain that goal.

My college experience has given me more insight into what the real world is like. My professors teach the students who are there to learn and not those who choose to throw their opportunity away. My education here will give me the tools that I need to be able to work and give back my knowledge to the community.

To better my life and begin a trade in which I can help others.

In life I have maintained a level of self determination to contribute inspirational changes to my community and my country, never letting any one get in my way, not letting them limit my progression to reach my goals. I chose to go to college because I knew that as a citizen of a collective community I would not only be able to contribute to my own achievement, but that I would be able to contribute the education I receive to my community through the work I do and the good I can make. I have become more valuable, because my college has been an experience filled with wealth to be earned, allowing me to use the campus as a more controlled environment to practice knowledge gained in social collaboration, to conduct research, and constructing relationships to benefit my future work and passions. Without college I would have been an inspirational and driven person destined to make changes for social advancements and business. With college thought I have become an asset to myself, armed with an arsenal of knowledge, research, applications for professional situations, and networks of people to help me reach the goals I have established for bettering our world.

My college experience so far has taught me how driven and focused I am to becoming a psychologist. The professors I've encountered since attending Metro State have been extremely helpful and encouraging in helping me realize how passinate i am about psychology. Attending college has also shown me the impact it has on my everyday life. when I'm at school I feel motivated and eager to keep going because while in school I know I'm getting closer and closer to becoming a psychologist.

My college experience has been so valuable to me because I have been able to find myself. You start college in a city your not familliar with, you feel overwhelmed in a big city with all of the hussle and bussle and your away from your friends and family, but getting lost can be the best way to find yourself. You get to define yourself as a new person with new ideas and beliefs and you can adapt and change those things as you learn. I now know who I am and what I am capable of because of my college experience and I get to reevaluate these things everyday. If I would have gone to a big university I think it would have been similar to highschool and I would have only tried to fit in but at Metro there isn't any pressure to be one certain person. I feel excited to change who I am and grow as an individual person, plus I get a beautiful city as a back drop to my self discovery.

When I first started attending college i did not realize the importance of education. I always heard that 'knowledge is power', but did not fully appreciate this as a younger individual. I have grown, gaining life experience and the self discipline to set goals and acheive them. Now, as an older non traditional student, I am excited to continue my educational journey with this new perspective and drive.

I started my college education this year, at age 35. I was incredibly scared of the prospect of studying and homework. I had anxiety about being the oldest person amongst my classmates. I’ve struggled year after year to make ends meet. My life has felt like an endless and uninspired routine and I completely believe it would have been different, if only I had gone to college and received a degree—a college education. Since I've taken this step, I couldn't be happier or feel more liberated! I am majoring in Human Development with a Gerontology track. My classes have been so stimulating and I already sense a change in my life. I'm excited about my future and motivated to complete my goals. I'm proud of the role-model I've become for my daughter who will begin college next year. Going to college has begun to fulfill a dream that I’ve held for a very long time. I’m changing my life to get to a more desirable place. I look forward to this journey.

I am not yet enrolled in college, but I have visited plenty of schools and attended several events they've had. In doing so, I've discovered a thirst for knowledge that I have never experienced before. Visiting these schools have made me want to get an education for myself that some of my family members didn't get the opportunity to receive. Once I am enrolled into school, I hope I inspire my fmily members to go back to get an education for themselves and change their lives for the better.

The biggest thing that I have gotten out of my college experience is that you have to work hard in order to be successful. I have learned firsthand that college isn’t one huge party that is all fun and games. In order to be successful I do believe that you equally be able to balance your extracurricular activities and school. Also showing up every day for class and lectures is a vital tool to succeeding, as well as reading your text books. The most import out of the whole college experience is you should major in something that truly sparks an interest with you and also something that you enjoy since that’s most likely the profession do for the rest of your life.

My college experience so far has been at a community college - And at the beginning I was reluctant to call it "real" college. I sort of looked down my nose at it, just seeing it as a steppingstone to whatever actually IMPORTANT things I would be doing later on. But as the semesters went by and I started getting deep into my classes, I came to a point where was learning not only about all the subject matter, but about myself also. Community college had put me in the place for really needing to form a definite plan for my future. I had been a little nervous and scared and wishy-washy about really deciding anything before, but as time progressed I found myself maturing. And now I do know what I am planning on doing with my education and my career. I know what I am doing with my life. I know what kind of a person I want to be. I know what values I want to uphold. I am no longer a drifter, but a voyager. And now that I have tasted purpose, I see how IMPORTANT college in itself is toward making my life my own.

I believe that the best thing I have gotten out of my college experience is the sense of accomplishment and the drive to want to become someone in life. I see what my friends are doing with their lives and i dont want to become that. I don't want to miss classes that I am paying for like some of my friends. I work at Home Depot and i see that the people that work there are un-educated and didn't go to college. So the most valuable reason to attend college is to give a sense of purpose and meaning to one's life. To achieve what you want to achieve and become whoever you want to become. College is the gateway to life and i'm grateful for the experience i've gotten.

By attending Metropolitan State College of Denver I am a changed person, for the better. I learned that this campus has one central goal and that is to have the students succeed and enjoy what they are studying. The faculty is passionate about what they are teaching and are thoroughly involved in the students learning process. They are able to teach to all different types of abilities and age levels and bring it all together so all the students can learn successfully. I have attended other universities prior to Metropolitan State College of Denver and the same feeling of wanting the students to learn and succeed has not been there. Metro is a diamond in the rough, not many people view it as a "good" school, but it is an amazing school. It not only provides you the education that is needed to succeed in life and be a contributing citizen, but it also shapes you into the person you want to be.

My college experience has taught me what it means to truly live. By that I mean it has given me the opportunity to first and foremost learn, to soak in all of the incredible knowledge that this rich world has to offer. It has granted me the freedom to pursue my dreams of helping people by adamantly pursuing my Bachelors Degree in Psychology. College has shown me what it means to be tenacious, diligent. To have and to stick to a strict schedule, deadlines and work ethic. It has proven to me and shown to me time and again what it really means to sacrifice and reap the unbelieveable rewards therein of attaining my goals. The experience of being a student amongst such diverse, yet still like-minded peers has taught me much about the beauty of relationships, of friendship; of what it means to be and feel exquisitely human. I strongly desire to be able to continue my educational quests but I can not do it alone! I need help! Your financial support will not only help me attain my dreams but will essentailly help others as well by allowing me to be there for them in this life!

I have grasped I new understanding of myself, and what I want to be. I know the career path I want to fallow when I get out of school. I am a better person because of the teachers; they showed me new was to look at life.

I believe that one of the main lessons I have taken away from my college experience so far is the importance of collective effort and second chances. My campus is a home to three institutions, and you would think that might be a problem right? Au contraire. By having such a diverse group of students and faculty members the campus is able to provide an education, help and support to a fittingly wide range of students. Everyone from the light rail operator to the deans are essential for the success of everyone on the campus. The campus and its residents are able to achieve staggering goals such as keeping the campus clean, puting on mezmerizing shows, and celebrating every cultural event imaginable. Second chances do not come our way often, or at leat it seems that way, but attending college made me realize the importance of giving humans a second chance. College is a life changing experience and it takes more than a semester to adjust. The fact that there is always room for improvment as far as grades gives hope for people who have made mistakes and are looking to better themselves. As an immigrant this immensly important.

My college experience has been extremely positive. I have been able to attend Community College at a young age, getting a head start at my education and receiving an Associate in Arts. Because of this, I have been able to transfer to a 4-year university. I will have only two years before I can recieve a Bachelor's degree. I know that this opportunity to start college early has been very valuable to me because I can get a head start on getting the education I need to enrich my life. I will be able to break into the graphic design industry before my peers, which will give me an advantage. My experience in college has taught me the skills I need to make decisions and know what road is best for me to travel.

I feel I have gotten a greater appreciation for history and the arts out of my college education. I have always been more of a math and science person. Much to my suprise, in college I found my mind expanding and beginning to enjoy english composition and humanities. I think my favorite class was Art Appreciation, it helped me to see more of the beauty in art and the world in general. I realized that if I went into a required class I was reluctant to take with an open mind I could get more out of it, and possibly even enjoy it. I feel my college experience has made me a much more rounded person and woken parts of my brain that were seldom used.

During my college experience I have not only learned academically, but also personally. I have learned about myself in ways that I could not have otherwise. I have been inspired by both classmates and professors. In high school I felt that being excited about school was nerdy, now I see that passion in others and it motivates me to find my own passions in life. I feel that my personal learning experience has been just as valuable as my classroom experience. I am a more complete and confident person because of attending college. I learned that not knowing something is nothing to feel dumb about, but rather an opportunity to become a more intelligent person. In life I have realized that I also need to take the chance to better myself and to discover new things about myself and about my world.

My college experience had taught me so many important lessons in which I would not have been able to learn otherwise. I spent my first semester as a college student at Northern Arizona University. There I didn't really fit in and it was hard to make friends. Being twelve hours from home taught me independence and really helped me mature. It also made me realize how important an education really is, I always saw the partiers failing and it made me never want to be like that, I took a vow to never drink. I transferred to Metropolitan State College the following semester and I feel in a way completely grown up. I know I have a lot to continue to learn but I got my priorities straight and I've never been happier. Education is something that can never be replaced, knowledge is forever with you and gaining it only betters you. I have already learned so much about history and life in general and I know I have so much more to discover and look forward to if I continue my education.

My college experience has been excellent so far! The faculty is great; they make the classes interesting and really care about helping the students reach their potential. I feel like they go above and beyond in offering a plethora of opportunities for students to perform, participate in master classes, and attend professional performances in the community, often at discounted pricing for students. My private teacher is phenominal! I have learned so much from her already, and my playing has improved significantly. She is helping me to become the musician I've always dreamed of being (mind you, it is a lifelong process). There are several reasons attending college is valuable to me, the first is to finish so that I can go on for an advanced degree in music. My goal is to become a great musician and teacher and help my students reach their musicial potential. My lifelong dream is to build a school of music, locally, that will foster music education at an early age and help to instill a love of music to all students that attend.

I have attended two colleges in my first year of college. This experiance has given me so much insight to myself and what college has to offer. I have learned that choosing to do what we want to do as individuals is key in our search for happiness. I have also learned; however, that we need to take big steps in order to see what we truly want. I wanted to go to the University of Las Vegas the minute I stepped on the campus for a tour. My decision was made then and after telling everyone that I was going to UNLV, my parents dropped the finacial bomb on me. I then ended up going to Metropolitan State College of Denver for a semester where my tuition was cheaper. The next semester I transferred to UNLV and thought my dreams were finally coming true. After spending months lonely and sad, I learned that my future was not in this party city, but surrounded by friends and family! If I hadn't taken that leap though, I never would have known what I really wanted in life. It was valuable becasue it allowed me to learn much more about myself.

Being in college for only half a year and still going strong i realized that life will throw challenges at you, and you'll be faced with two option; the option to handle the situation with respect or just give up and go home. The classes at metropolitain state college are like classes at any University, homework is the same, the teaching lessons are the same, and the speed of the class is the same. Curiculum no harder or any easier, it all comes down to how much time you put in on studying and dedication. In college studying is 50{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of all your classes to tell if your going to pass or fail, the other 50{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} is dedication to interact with classmates. If you follow both of these standards for college you'll find yourself growning up to become a sucessful person and adult. It all comes down to being responsable for balanceing time, money and social life, not letting any of these things effect eachother or putting one a head of the other. Keeping them balanced will help obtain that succesful life that every person wants to obtain.

Attendiong to college has giving me a great expirince because it has tought me how to be stronger and how ton star dependig on me and not on my family any more.It has tought me how to fallow my dreams and goals.

My past six months as a college student has been life altering in an unpredictale matter. Recevieving the recongnition and respect as an adult is what i have most valued. For much of our junior high and high school careers, we are told that school is our job, therefore we must act like adults . The administrations opinion of acting as adults is being held accountable for not only our actions but also being resonsible for our grades and means of aquiring those grades. Then, in the next breath, they mandate us to ask permission when in need of bath room facilities and refrain from using ink writing utensils for assignment. They also restrict cellular communcation, even when not in the class room, and satifying our hunger or thirst three hours proceeding our breakfast. In the collegic environment, students and professors coexsit as equals. Even if they request students not to destract themseves of the lecture by texting, they will not be hypocritically making phone calls on our learning time. I can not emphasis enough that respect is a two way road; you must give it to recieve it. Respect has made all the difference in making my college experience radiant.

In the past year and a half during my college experience I have become must more responsible because it's up to you and only you to do your work in your class and pay attention, which is completely different from high school. I feel like I have grown up a lot in the past year in a half because of my college experience. I believe that it is very valuable to attend college because I todays work place it is almost a requirement to have some type of college degree.

Though I have not complete my schooling here at Metro, I have definitely gained a lot of knowledge. I have learned from classes, professors, and just different students. We all have different interest and it is always good to be well rounded and be able to take things in from your surroundings and learn from them. Basically knowledge has been what I have gained so far and it is also the most valuable reason for attending Metro.

I have a lot of freedom at my school. I have changed my major with out too much hassel and this way very benneficial. I have had the availability to see other schools of thought and really find my path. The teachers are extremely helpful really care if you learn. The small class sizes have really given me the drive to speak my mind and not be afraid to disagree and make a point. This school has made me a much stronger individual.

I was well prepared for work in biomedical research. I have been doing research since graduating in 2000 with my BA. I am going to earn my MS this term (Sp 2010) from the University of Colorado Denver Health Science Center. I was also invited to attend Recruitment Weekend at Colorado State University Fort Collins to interview for their Neuroscience PhD Program (MCIN), this month. This was all made possible by attending Metro State College of Denver and having formed some deep and lasting relationships with my professors who have continue to mentor me still today.

I developed actual study skills, skills which were not nurtured by parents/ teachers while in high school.

After being done with the first semester in college I have learned that I need to adopt better studying habits. I have also learned that it is not as hard as people make it seem to get good grades. What is hard is finding the financial aid to keep attending college. I know for a fact that going to college is essential to succeed in life but what I don't think is very valuable is taking classes that are not going to be helpful towards the degree I?m trying to pursue but I still have to take those classes. Over all, I think that it's been valuable to attend because I'm learning how to become more responsible and I have learned how to manage my time wisely.

If I could go back in time I'd tell myself to stop procrastinateing and get on to writing my book. Life is short and I was spending my valueble time doing useless things like watching t.v. I need to get on to writing my book and my college education. Now I'm more mature and have my act together but if I had it together when I was senior then I would have gotten more done.

I would say this: "Consider the future as an adventure. You might be tempted to be swayed by distractions in college but try to maintain vigilance and focus. There will be times when you will feel like giving up and 'throwing in the towel.' Remember, college is not about failure; your teachers and those around you wish for you to succeed. When you go through mental blocks, get behind in your tasks, or frustrated with the many pressures of the work around you, ask for help. Seek counselors and follow their advice. This is the defining time in your life where you will become the man that will carry you throughout the rest of your life. Use this time for your betterment. Don't take for granted the opportunities to learn and to teach, to meet others and build relationships, and to develope your character and hopes for the future. If you follow these words then you will surprise yourself by what you can learn and by what you can accomplish. If you follow these words then you will be successful. "

If I could go back and give my self advice about college, it would be that just to take things as they come. Before I went to college I had this ideal where my life would be perfect I would have my nice car and it work great, I would still have my liesure time and I would just overall suceed with no pressure. When I firsted started it seemed like my dream would come true now I see everything in a different light. My car continuely breaks down often at the most inconvient times, between working full time and school full time I am lucky if I get enough sleep, and I am always studying. Now of course I have gotten used to breaking down on the side of the road and always making sure my phone is charged. I have also gotten used to the fact that I don't always get to do what I want I often get to do what I have to do and I am very thankful for when I have time to do what I have to do. I would tell my self hold out for the sunshine it will come eventually.

To go back in time to when I was in high school with the intent of giving advice, an interesting thought when one thinks about it. For myself my advice would actually be fairly simple. In high school I was a poor student, with very low grades. Depending on my high ACT scores to carry me on to college and past someplace I didnt enjoy in my high school. I would try to impart the importance of the everyday school work unto my past self. Try to explain how important that homework assignment may because there will come a time when the study skills of the everday are critical in accomplishing your goals later. That eventually no one will care about your test scores or your grades even really. You will be judged on your knowledge, and you should try your hardest to get as much of that as possible out of school.

If I could go back in time and talk with myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to be patient during this transition. I am learning more than just academics - I'm learning to relate to friends and family as an adult; to be confident; to allow myself to make mistakes. Though I hate change, and though I would rather be in the work force than attending school, this truly is a valuable (though uncomfortable) time. I would advise myself to remember my goals - the reason I am going to college, or the job I want to do after I graduate. I would tell myself not to get so frustrated with the obstacles I see in my way but instead look at all I have already accomplished. Although I don't particularly enjoy this experience, it is life-changing and will be worth it in the long run.

If I could go back and tell myself what I know now about college, I would tell myself to relax more. Originally, I went to a school where I thought I was supposed to go. I got burnt out very quickly. I would tell myself to figure out what I really love and to choose a school that would alllow me to do that and to enjoy my college experience more.

No one can do it all. Help doesn't make you less smart or demean who you are as a person. There are people out there that do care and will help you. It's up to you to let them know. It's hard for you to let anyone know that you have faults and hardships. Even though your used to being the one lending the helping hand everyone needs a little push to get you through things. College isn't highschool. It is hard thats why not every one achieves this goal. It's a tool for you to master your craft and find a career you enjoy. Once you know what you want asking for the help you need doesn't seem like a crazy idea after all.

The journey to success maybe the most important experience one could earn in life. Living life not having much teaches one many valuable life lessons. Having nothing teaches lessons that can never be taught in school. Such lessons are only learned through valuable life experiences. It would be nice if money and knowledge and connections were handed to me as a child. Thinking logically I have decided that I like the fact that I have to work for everything I will ever attain in this world. I know that whatever I achieve in this world will be much more rewarding and worthwhile knowing what work had to be done in order to achieve such success. I have the journey to success in my future, including all the risks, pitfalls, and challenges to look forward to. Therefore the advice I would go back in time to tell myself would be, ?Never give up, and never quit fighting for what you want and what you believe in.? Such advice would give me the opportunity to enjoy all of the ups and downs, all of the highs and lows in life. This is my world and I can accomplish anything I try.

I would have reminded myself that high school is a spring board that sends you faster and further in the direction you decide for your future. If you utilize all the assistance and opportunities you have at this stage in life you could be anyone, do anything, all you need is a little persistence and guidance. As you get older a lot of the opportunities you had available in high school go away and there are a lot of experiences that just can't be relived. Regardless of how hard and how impossible getting through high school is there are people there that can help you. This is the time before you grow up that you have all the time and energy you need to accomplish those goals and become a more experienced professional in life. The strive you carry from that jump in life decides how quickly and just if you'll reach all your dreams that you never knew you were capable of achieving.

One of the biggest lessons I learned from graduating high school and then immediately going to college was that there really is no rush. When I first went to college, I had no direction or goal. All I knew was that it was expected of me to attend and graduate. With that in mind, I went to the University of Colorado in Boulder. I spent about two years there taking core classes and putting off declaring a major until I finally had to pick some sort of direction. I was at the point where I could no longer continue as "undeclared", and because I had no idea what I wanted to do with my life, I dropped out. I spent the next year and a half working full-time and pondering career options. Eventually, I came to the conclusion I wanted to teach elementary school children. This meant I would need to go back to college and inevitably retake many of the same classes. The one thing I would tell myself is to relax and take your time. You have your whole life to find what you want to do, and rushing into something half-heartedly will get you nowhere.

Going back in time, would love it if I knew what I know now. I would tell a high school senior to take advantage of enrolling in some college classes as a senior if they could. Heck, it's free when you are a senior in high school. I would advise the individual to also take advantage of the programs that help determine what career you want. I think that looking at a variety of options, weighing the pros and cons to every situation and going with your gut. For some individuals it's better to start with a trade school or an associates, and then transfer to a college. For others it's important to live close to home or at home their first year. While others, it might be healthy to live on campus and leave a nest. The most important thing would be to emphasize the importance of knowing who you are and why you are doing anything. To ask yourself questions like; what are your motives for going to school, what do you want to get out of the school you select, do I need schooling, etc.. Really, knowing WHO YOU ARE and going after it.

If I could tell my 17 year old self one thing it would be to listen to your heart not the advice or judgments of others. I took to heart a lot of what people told me to do with my life and three years later I regret the choices I made. I did not focus on what I wanted to do and ended up spending a year and a half doing what others expected of me. Since then I have back tracked to try and be the person I was meant to be instead of the person others expected of me. Standing out in a crowd is a good thing as long as you are happy with where your life has taken you. I am happy now and I wish that I had known that being a robot controlled by others is bland, just being me is much more refreshing of a life. Finally, take risks in life without worrying what others will think of you, because you know later that they will wish they were you.

I'm currently looking to transfer into a technical school and go directly into a certain field. If I wanted to give myself advice I would say to choose my next direction after high school based on what I want and need in accordance to my learning style, instead of just going straight into a four year institution because "that's what's expected." I value my education highly and would have saved myself a lot of time and money by going to a technical school right away. I've experienced a lot and I'm glad I have and don't regret the decisions I made. I guess I like to take the "scenic route" and discover as much as I can along the way.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, knowing what I know now about college life and the difficult transition, I would tell myself, ?Immediately apply for financial aid and start applying for scholarships, ASAP! Listen to the advice of others regarding the best fields to major in but do not limit yourself to those fields. Major in what ever subject you enjoy most. Be who you are and don?t be afraid of what others will say. Be optimistic and determined. Many opportunities are available to you on campus. Take advantage by speaking to recruiters, instructors, and advisors as many times as possible. Never limit yourself to what you think you should do or what you think you have to do. You don?t have to do what everyone else is doing. You can make a difference, be an example to others. Your parents will be proud of you no matter what. Focus on your studies and give them a call from time to time. Try not to limit seeing them to winter breaks. Most importantly, don?t be afraid to ask for help. You?ll do great!?

"Janie! Get a grip!" The voice screams in my ear. "You have a son who deserves better and you know what you have to do!" I would tell myself that the future does exist, that the unknown, though terrifying, can be controlled. It was always that fear which dominated my daily existence. I would tell myself to trust my instincts and not listen to all those around me who told me to get on welfare and just hang out, find a man, and not look toward anything but Friday night. I would tell myself that I do deserve better, that I can be the first in my family to be somebody and do great things. College life is a bit stressful and if you can stay focused, be organized, and keep your dreams close, you'll be GREAT!! DO IT!!

If I were able to talk to myself as a high school senior I would advise myself to make decisions based upon my own judgement, not that of others, to choose the most beneficial path for me rather than for someone else. To follow my heart and intuition.