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If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, there are many things I would tell myself about college life. The most important thing is to apply for scholorships and federal aid early. Start a budget. I would also say that there is a serious need to learn to manage time wisely. Always be proactive when needing help don't wait until the last minute. Visit advisors regularly and get to know your professors. If attending a big school with big lectures try to sit in the front and participate in the class discussion. It is okay to have fun, but remember that you came to school to learn and to get a degree. Another important thing to note is to get involved and meet new people. Learn to socialize and network. Find at least five people that you can talk to about your problems who will help you. College is not like high school, you must study and do your work. When dealing with roommates it is best to compromise. Get a lot of sleep and eat healthy so that you do not get sick. Have fun!

Go to a big school where everything will be available and you know you'll find a group to fit in with. Also, TA's are awesome. They're young enough to still be in school and remember their undergrad. They're also in the middle of their graduate work so they're passionate about what they study and teacher. The little schools try to sell you on the fact that there are no grad programs and, consequently, no TAs. But graduate students are a great resource and I really appreciate going to a school where I get to work so closely with them.

If I were to go back and talk to myself in high school I would tell myself to listen to my gut and look at my interests, skill levels, and abilities. In high school I took a health care careers class that introduced me to a variety of health care fields. I thought nursing was the field I wanted to get in. Though as I went through my college courses and started failing in all my science pre-requisites I got really worried and wondered what I was supposed to do with my life! I came home and went to community college and found my nitch in early childhood education. I was destined to become a preschool teacher and work with younger children. I worked in a child care my whole high school career and babysit as soon as I was old enough. Looking back it is kind of a duh children are where you are destined to be. So if I could go back and talk to myself I would tell myself to follow my heart, listen to my gut, and get a degree in something that I know I love and could be really good at!

If I were to go back in time and offer advice to myself, I would say to stay focused on academics. Despite personal stresses, it is still important to study as much as possible to receive the best possible grades. Also, despite Paul's deployment (fiance) it is important to stay loyal to him yet still go out and have fun with friends and campus activities. Meeting people is just as important aspect of college as academics. Even when it does not seem necessary to study, it probably is because the test will most likely be more difficult than what is expected. Lastly, form a relationship with teachers and do not just count on your own efforts. Asking for help does not mean that you are a worse student and independance does not always mean not asking for help.

Take chances.

College is hard, but only as hard as you make it. The key word here is you. I wish I had known that when it comes down to it, now is the time to start depending on yourself. Only you have the power to make yourself happy and fulfilled. Allowing yourself to crack and crumble at the will of others will only ruin your experience. Trust your instincts, and trust that they will lead you in the right direction. It may seem uncertain at times, and it may be the scariest thing you've ever done; but in the end it will also be the best. If you want to learn Arabic, why not? If you want to join the Marines, why shouldn't you? Don't let others dictate you life, and take a chance once in a while. And if, for some reason you do fall, dust yourself off and try again. It's not as humiliating as you may think. Everyone is using this time to experiment, and chances are, someone else is right there on the ground next to you. "Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game." - Babe Ruth

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself to always put education first. I worked a full time job after I graduated high school and I wished that I would have taken my education more seriously at an earlier age. I would also advise myself to not focus on growning up too fast or trying to be responsible so soon because I feel I missed out on the opportunity to enjoy my youth. I would tell myself that it is ok to fail, its just not ok to give up, which I did so easily with my education when I was younger. I now now that education is the key to securing a promising future and I would tell myself that without higher education life can be more challenging than it may at first appear!

When I was 17 years old I remember only being concerned with getting out of the house. I didn?t care where, or really how, I just wanted out. At 17, I was willing to settle for anything and I settled for Ohio State University, a feeling I carried with me through four years of college. I felt like I could have been anywhere else in the world and that OSU was beneath me for four years. For a while after graduation I blamed OSU for not being enough even though I never attempted to go anywhere else. I was so absorbed in that one thought that I lost sight of everything I had gained. I have new friends and a wealth of experiences, good and bad, that I choose to learn from instead of dwell over. My advice to my younger self is to lose the cynical attitude now-it is the most counterproductive trait in the world. Also you need to take big risks, if you fail the first time then get up and try it again, failure is part of life. Oh, and you should keep smiling, people seem to like that.

If I could go back, I would tell myself, most importantly, to not be so shy! Going to college is a totally different experience than high school and requires one to break out of one's shell. I would tell myself to be way more outgoing and to get involved in as many things as possible. Ohio State has so many great opportunites, so take advantage and get over the shyness! I would then tell myself to follow my instinct, and do NOT major in biology. You know it's not going to make you happy, and that it's just what your parents want. So, I would ask myself what I truely wanted to do with my life. College is about trying new things, so take some random classes and find out what you really like. Lastly, I would tell myself to not be scared or freaked out about leaving home. College is the best experience and you need to enjoy every second of it. So stop being so stressed, just relax and sit back for the ride.

I would tell myself not to be as confident in my abilities and to get over the fact that i was a validictorian and that i will need help and to seek it. With my math i realized that i was not as prepared as I told myself i was and this came as a shock when i struggled. So i would emphasuze to my senior self that i must not try to do all of the studying by myself and that using others is a great tool in success. Getting over this alot sooner than i did would have helped in my class and i would have had a better chance of passing.

Don't panic. You just need to breathe and get things done. Remember what you want to accomplish in the future but have fun along the way.

College is tough, no matter where you enroll. Classes are hard; you need to improve your study skills NOW because once you get to college, you'll find yourself with a lot more free time, and if you're not careful, all that free time will slip away unnoticed, while you're spending time with new friends and partying . Then before you know it, you're behind in classes and pulling all-nighters just to finish homework. You skated though high school, and even so, you'll be graduating in the top 15{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c}. In college, you can't just "skate by." Your grades now will determine acceptance to graduate school or your job placement which will determine the path of your entire adult life. College is a time to find yourself and to mature, but you'd better have a good grasp on your morals and values before college lest you fall prey to the many temptations you'll face - alcohol, frat parties, drugs, sex... The temptations are endless, and so are their possible consequences. The freedom from parents is intoxicating, but be careful that you don't let your new found independence ruin your GPA or worse, your life.

I have to give credit to my International Affairs Scholar's director who left me one afternoon with the words, "do what you love and the rest will come easy." It is this advice that I would give to myself as a high school senior. Now that I have settled into college I have never felt more sure that I should be here. OSU has helped me not only grow in my passion for Political Science, but I have learned that I should base my learning and career choice off of the areas of my degree that I absolutely love and not what I believe will make the most money or benefit me in any other artificial way. At OSU, college is not about competing with the other students, much like high school, but it is about working to achieve both the highest individual level of success as well as the highest cooperative level of success. In student Organisations such as Undergraduate Student Government and Students for Equal Access, I have re-found the joy in learning simply because you love the subject. As a senior, I would tell myself to not worry about competition and full my passion.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself, I would just tell myself to relax the first few weeks. I was so worried about not getting friends here and classes that I let the actual enjoyment of college pass myself by in the first month. I tried too hard to attempt to be the perfect student in the first moments at Ohio State that I completely let those first moments, that should be joyous, be worrisome. As such, I would tell myself to just enjoy the roses as I pass them. This moment only happens once in a lifetime, so why not just take it for what it is and live it to the fullest, as yourself, and not as some high-strung out-of-stater that wants to fit in so badly. I would tell younger me that you have an entire year to fit in with everyone. Just be yourself from day one and everything will work out.

If I could go back in time and give myself advice for making the high school to college transition, I would start by telling myself to be open to all the possibilites college life brings. I would make a "College Bucket List" of all the things that are essential for the full college experience because you only go to college once, and should make the best of it! This list would have things that I have personally already done in my college career and other things that I have yet to do, including be in a musical organization, join a sorority, live in the dorms, volunteer, become involved in a Christian organization, make a best friend for life, do research, study abroad, take a philosophy class, get an on-campus job, and many others. I would tell myself to study hard and never skip class, because an education is invaluable, so you must make the most of it.

I would tell myself to take a deep breath, and be a outgoing as I could; being shy here isn't too productive. I would also suggest focusing on time management and better study skills. I would also tell myself that special education was the way to go, so that I wouldn't have to wait until next year to apply to my program.

Enjoy college. It goes too quickly and soon, you'll wish you could keep learning everyday again.

Try to get involve right when you get to college. Meet as many people as possible, because this is really when you find out about what you want and how you look at life.

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to be completely open minded to everything. I would also advise myself to not believe that college classwork will be like highschool classwork. I would definetly tell myself to apply for every single scholarship possible because college is expensive in the unexpected ways such as supplies and books. Most importantly, if I could go back in time, I would force myself to go on a shopping spree so that it would not be as obvious to everyone else in my first quarter classes that I went to an all girls school and never had to dress nicely for class. Other than that I think I had everything else down pat.

I would give myself the advice to wait, be patient. I would either wait until age 25 to go to college, saving as much money as possible until that point, or to bust my tail to graduate as fast as possible, even attending summer classes. The summer of 2009 was not an easy one for me. I was diagnosed with Leukemia and began undergoing treatments several times a week, as I have now. You can not predict the future, but being faced with cancer will definitely redefine your life and help you to stay motivated and on task.

If I could go back I would change how I percieved college. After attending my thoughts about it in general have changed substantially. I think the most important thing I would tell myself is to wait and not rush things. I am currently working on a second major beacuse I found I was not happy with my first one. I would tell my younger self to do some self searching before I went to college. Initially I was eager to go and picked a major based off of others suggestions. I had no clue what I wanted to do. I also would tell myself to relax. College was tough at first, trying to fit in with certain social groups. I originally was at a small school and had to deal with clicks. In the long wrong life is not like this after college. I just needed to be myself. And that I would make very clear to my younger self. Do what you want to do, not something you might be good at.

If I can go back in time and talk to myself in high school I will tell myself to work really hard. I will let myself know that its time to have fun after you do what you have to do. Fun will come to you if you do what you have to do first. Having a education can help you in the future and your knowledge can take you along way. WHen comes to the time for high school to be over you will be prepred for the ups and downs. Finishing high school is a great goal to reach but you don't have to stop there, apply for college to futher your education its not a bad thing to have more knowledge and exprience in school. One thing for sure stay foucus do what work you have first from school work to homework make sure you are finish and you will feel more proud of yourself. Also don't be scared to ask teachers for help, if you need it ask don't let what people think stop you from learning. Thats what I would tell myself if i could give myself advice back in high school.

My advice to myself would be to not plan my life. As a high school senior, I had my entire life planned out before even going into senior year. I knew where I was going to school, what I was going to do and everything in between. However, I learned that plans don't always work out. Due to financial reasons, I was not able to go to the college I planned to go to. I was very disappointed. However, I would tell myself to make the best out of the situation. This is what I ended up doing, and I ended up loving Ohio State and do not think I would be as happy anywhere else. I would tell myself to plan, but not so much, that I would not be open to other ideas. I would tell myself that everything works out and that everything happens for a reason. While I may not know that reason when I am going through a hard/disappointing time, everything ended up working out for the best.

I would go back and tell myself not to worry so much. I remember constantly being concerned with whether I would be able to handle the course work, the people, the parties, etc., but in reality very few of these are actually problems. There are a lot of freshman that are in the same place as you and when you're having trouble with the work, so are they, and most times you can find people who are willing to help out. The people, for the most part, are so nice. And those people that are rude or mean are people that you can easily distance yourself from. And, I was concerned that there would be parties everywhere and that it would be difficult to study, but the RAs are very good at keeping the noise levels down in the dorms. Overall, there is very little to worry about when entering into college. The administration has done what they do for years and they will help you. As do the professors. Although they do not care if you let yourself fall behind, if you go to them for help they will be there to offer any assitance that they can.

Knowing what I know now about college and everything that the transition entails, if I was able to go back in time, I would have a lot of advice to give myself as a high school student. First of all, this is my second time around as a college freshman. I am now, a mother, a wife, and have an entirely new set of goals to accomplish. I would have told myself that college was never intended to be a social party or that I wasn't there because that was the expected "next thing to do". College is something that needs to be taken more serious, an opportunity to learn life skills; it provides the knowledge and the resources to become somebody that could support themselves and their family. Specialized training is very essential in getting the most 'bang for your buck' and in my opinion guarentees a better outcome. In order to find success one really needs to have a higher appreciation for their education, their opportunities and the money they spend to help them get to the other side. College is a terrific and valuable next step if it is taken responsibly with care and consideration.

I would tell myself that it's all about time management. I did fairly well my first quarter, but I wasted precious hours doing nothing, and those could have given me even better grades. Learn to manage time and almost everything else works out great. I would also tell myself that you should talk to your adviser whenever you need. Mine helped me figure out what direction in life I want to head in. Also, I would tell myself that scholarships are not something to put off. I did absolutely nothing and I'm paying through the nose. Just try writing another essay, it wont kill you. I would tell myself that there are plenty of opportunities of people wanting to help you in college. Let them. The last thing I would say to myself is that although it's stressful, enjoy it. Don't worry too much, but don't become apathetic. Strike a balance and you'll be set.

Don?t be so nervous, that everything will come in time. When packing for the dorm, you don?t need to take everything you own.

This is an easy answer. I would not change anything or give myself advice. The decisions I have made have put me right where I want and need to be. If it weren't for past mistakes I would never have known what I know now. I feel stronger now than I ever did in high school as a person and what I am capable of doing. I felt limited in high school, but now I realize that those limits were only in place because I put them there.

If I was able to go back into time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would have plenty to say. First of all I would tell myself attend every class, especially those classes that the professors supply all your in class notes online. Most people including myself once believed I did not have to go to class if the notes were posted...big mistake. You will easily get behind with the course and even if you find yourself squeaking by in the end and pulling a good grade, you will not have truly learned anything from that class because all the studying you did for that class consisted of cramming. It has been proven that when you cram for an exam you do not retain the information as long as you would if you studied a little bit each night the duration of the course. Another thing, your GPA does matter! Do not be satisfied with pulling average grades, because when it comes time to apply to graduate school you won't stand out which is necessary for acceptance. Lastly, find a good balance for your social life, academics, and work schedule. Do not overwhelm yourself!

First, I would tell myself to stay in pennsylvania, out-of-state tuition is just not worth it without a scholarship. I would definitely tell myself to STAY FOCUSED. Hardships are going to happen, thats life but keep your head up, and do not let them stand in your way of success. I would also say apply for more scholarships and please avoid slacking and procrastination. I would convince myself to be as involved as possible, STARTING FRESHMAN YEAR, do not wait. It is also very important to expand your surroundings, affiliations, and friends when in college, there is no reason to stay sheltered or accustomed to the same things all the time. Avoid the "freshman 15," (utitlize gyms on campus because you are definitely paying for it) and try to eat just a little bit healthy. Do not let social life interfere with your grades, remember what you went to college for, friends will not get your degree for you. Spend ample time deciding on a career before you go, this will save you plenty of time, stress, and money. Finally, do not worry about homesickness, it will pass and you will be fine. TRUST ME

Don't be scared. College is a fresh start, a virtual rebirth, a way to make a new name and reputation for yourself. Go out and have fun. Don't sweat the small stuff, relax, enjoy yourself. Do things becuase you want to do them, ask a girl out you've never met before, and don't be afraid to tell somebody they're pissing you off. Be yourself. I know this whole spiel might sound trite, but in the end life is just a long series of platitudes, and its what you make of them counts. So go out and make it count.

If I could go back in time to when I was in high school I would tell myself that college is an amazing place. It is a place where I could meet new peopel, learn new things, and advance myself in society. I would tell myself not to stress over it too much. College can be a scary place, but once you get used to it you will like it. The transition from high school to college is hard, but it can accomplished. With the right people, I was able to make the transition easy. I got used to college by knowing my advisors and professors. They are a great resource. I also got used to going to classes on my own time, which is different than high school. I prepared myself for exams by going to study sessions and studying with groups. The classmates in college classes make good study partners. Overall, enjoy your last year of high school and do not let the college stress you out. In reality, college is a great place to learn and relax.

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to think less in the moment and think more about the future. Let me explain. I tend to overthink social situations and because of this my social life is dwindling. I was never the crazy college student who partied until the break of dawn. Although that has never been a part of my personality I do look back on my college experience and I feel as though I missed many opportunities to make memories with those I care about, because I was too busy with my academics. At the same time I wish I would have known exactly what I wanted to get into after college so I could plan for it (my career) ahead of time. This may have saved me time later on and it would have made my later years in college less stressful. This is advice I would have given myself during high school.

If I could go back to high school and talk to myself as a senior I would give myself this message: "Follow your dreams." Do not let others influence your decision on what college to attend and what to major in. Do not pick a college or major because mom or dad went there, or because your girlfriend is going there, because college is your chance to become and individual and find yourself. It is a chance to meet new people from different races, cultures, and ethnicities. College is full of many opportunities-don't pick just one! Diversify yourself as much as possible. Learn and try new things (there is a time and place for everything...COLLEGE!). If you can't decide on a major, then take your core classes and explore and ask questions until you figure out what you want. Most importantly it is your chance for you to follow your dreams. Try and ignore the financial ramifications because there is no price for happiness. You only get one life on this Earth, so live it YOUR way and follow YOUR dreams.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, there is honestly not a whole lot I would say to myself. The only thing I was a little naive about would have to be funding. I believed that because I did well all through high school I would recieve more scholarships and grants than I did. I would tell myself to spend more time everyday applying for scholarships becasue the money is available you just have to go out there and get it. Dont expect anything to be handed to you.

The best advice I could give myself, after spending a quarter in college, is to never focus on one grade. Whether it is a bad grade for the course or an amazing grade on an exam; always be prepared to perform your best. I like to think college is a lot like a sport, you do not do well if you do not continuously practice what you are being taught and just because you did great at the last game does not mean you will do as well at the next one. There is always room for improvement, and what may seem easy for one person may not be as simple for you. Never get discouraged or make excuses, acknowledge your failures and mistakes and build from them instead of letting them pull you down. Those mistakes will help you learn what works best for you. Realize you are not alone in this, there are thousands of people out there playing the same game you are and there are just as many coaches to guide you along. College is hard and it can make or break you, but remember you are the only one who decides how well you play.

If I could go back to myself as a high school senior, I would let myself know that college life is not as intimidating as it can sometimes seem. As a senior, I worried about the transition into college life and how well I would adjust. However, once I began my experience and got into the swing of things, I realized that it felt like starting high school all over again, just a little more challenging. If I could go back, I would let myself know that I had nothing to fear, and I would definitely give myself some notice as to how much extra work is involved! I would tell myself to start learning how to go to bed early, for you see I used to love staying up late. Also, I would have to inform the senior version of me that opening and reading a book is required and really not as bad as it sounds. The old me would probably stare at me in disbelief, but before I would go back, I would give myself a reassuring squeeze on the shoulder and say: "Hey, it's only college, and it's not so scary".

If I could be a senior all over again, I would tell myself a few words of advice. Firstly, I would tell myself that even though the first few weeks will be rough, you will make friends who will love you just as much as the friends you had in high school. Next, I would probably tell myself that classes are challenging but not impossible. I would tell myself not to stress over them too much and at times, having fun should take priority over worrying about always staying on top of things. I would say that you will find your routine eventually, and although it is unlike any other experience you have ever had before, you will thank yourself later for letting go of the safety that has been living at home for your entire life. Knowing all of this now, I am having a much easier time of things, both when it comes to studying, having fun, and ultimately succeeding academically.

The advice that I would give myself is the advice I gave myself after I graduated form high school. The advice that I gave myself is to give 110{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} my first two years because getting off to a strong start is very crutial. I gave myself that advice because after looking back on high school I knew that if I did better my freshman and sophmore year I would have had a better GPA which could have given me a better chance at getting a scholarship. Some people say it's not how you start but how you finish, and I completly disagree because if you do not have a good start it's going to be hard finishing. Not that it is impossible to finish good, but if I only started off good I knew it would be easier to finish strong. So after giving myself that advise I stuck to it and now after completeing my fall quarter of my sophmore year I have an overall GPA of a 3.1, which I consider to be a great start and it only pushes me to get over a 3.5 to be placed on the dean's list.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior I would say to just stay true to who you are. I know that sounds so cheesy and cliche, but that's what I would say. My freshman year was challenging. I was 3000 miles from home and knew no one. It was confusing and I tried to be what others wanted me to be. I forced and molded myself into the person I thought others would like. For awhile this worked, but after months of cramming myself into a place where I didn't fit the mold finally broke. I realized that I had been lying to myself about who I was. It took me awhile to realize it but when I did I decided no more faking it. I lost some "friends" who didn't agree with my new attitude, and that's okay. At the end of the day the only person that I care about making happy is myself. I think that's such an important thing to tell high school seniors. Things can get complicated, but as long as you have stayed true to yourself, they will be simplified faster.

Going back, I would encourage my high school self to get involved with the community, remain in any extra-curricular possible, and apply for as many scholarships as I could. Community involvement is simply a great way to become aware of the problems plaguing our society everyday. As a Political Science major this involvement would not only look great on a resume but it is also great preparation for the problems I currently deal with in class. My extra-curriculars ranging from marching band to my high school bowling team were great organizations that taught me hard work leads to success and also how to lead my peers. As for scholarships, the importance of applying is beyond words. Any funds you can obtain equivalate to less debt upon entrance to a university. This can be a life altering decision.

Knowing what I do now about college, I would tell my high school self to keep up the hard work. Don't slack off in class just because its your senior year and everyone else is doing it because it will pay off. Its ok to be a little scared and overwhelmed about going to college; its normal to feel that way. Don't worry about leaving your family and friends. You will make new friends and have a good time. Make sure you pack everything you need; mom and dad don't like having to come get you or bring you things all the time. Don't dwell on what you're leaving. Focus on all the new opportunities you are giving yourself. You have the chance of a lifetime. Take it and run with it.

Coming from a large all boys college prep high school, I feel that they prepared me well for college as far as study techniques and time management. I was an active student being involved with the Mock Trial team, Drama club and student council. With all this said - I still found college life to be a little overwhelming at first. I think that the advice my older brother gave me when I was entering high school is the same advice that I would give myself about college. Don't be afraid to get involved and ask questions when needed. Be outgoing. Stay focused on your studies and remember why you are here. Oh Yeah - make sure you have plenty of warm clothing for the cold walks to classes during the winter months. I am managing a full time school work load, a part time job and starting up a new fraternity. My parents wanted me to go to a college near home and live at home to save money and not have as many student loans. A am glad I made this choice to attend OSU. I following the advice and my heart.

As a high school senior, my mind centered on prom, parties, graduation, and leaving my friends. Embarking on the next 4 years of my life never really dawned on me as a high school senior and going back I would tell myself to re-consider a lot of things. Definitely go explore your options. Do not just the safe bets with your friends or the places that are close to home. College is truly a time to explore oneself and challenge how we view the world; move outside the comfort zone. It's more than just an education but an experience that helps shape your years far after college as well. Come in knowing who you are but willing to accept changes. Also, start the concept of saving money now because you go from "zero responsbility" to paying rent, utilities, cleaning your own bathroom, cooking your own meals, etc within 2 years of graduating high school. It's scary and the things you don't want to think about when "having your own house" but it's reality. College moves fast so live each moment like you'll never have it again.

A time machine! Let?s head back to Julie?s summer before freshmen year. Look at her, buying all her dorm items! Too bad she is going to need more blankets for her bed since the air conditioning will be on in her dorm all winter. Now she is picking out a printer: copy-fax-printer combo? A high quality photo printer? A college friend told her that professors require online submissions only. Wrong. Julie?s professors will require hard copies of essays and other short assignments to be printed. Also, there will be readings that are only available online that will need to be annotated upon. Say goodbye to about twenty trees the first semester. Now we have come to preparation for the nine hour drive from San Diego, CA to Stockton, CA for Orientation and Move-In. Little did Julie know Stockton was rated the most miserable city in the United States and also one of the top five most dangerous cities. While she thinks this is a deal breaker, she must realize that though University of the Pacific is in a bad area, the quality of education is what truly matters. She will definitely learn a lot.

I remember exactly how you feel. I had let the unnecessary anxiety and overwhelming anticipation of the upcoming experience of college life overcome my thoughts. The fear of leaving everything I had ever known to spend months trying to establish friendships in a foreign place didn't sound too appealing. It's worth it though. Those endless hours spent on college applications by filling in bubbles with a No. 2 pencil pay off. Even spending hours in Target with your mom picking out the perfect extra-long twin comforter is worth it. Not five minutes after arriving in my dorm, I fell in love with it. I walked to my first lecture and loved it. I ate at a campus dining hall with my floormates that night and I adored it. My advice? Don't let the anticipation kill your self-esteem (it's the best choice I've ever made). Don't let it scare away your hope for new friends (they become your best). Don't let it tease you into thinking it wasn't the right choice (you'll always know that it was). Finally, don't short change yourself. You do deserve this. I would know.

Next year will be one of the most exciting years of your life, so don't be afraid to try something new, join a new group, or make friends with someone you don't think is anything like you. You regret missed opportunities you do not pursue. Don't let fear stop you from doing anything you want because some experiences can not be relived. It would be easy to say keep up your studies over the summer but the likelihood of that happening is slim, but once you start struggling in college do not be afraid to seek help immediately. Talk to your professors, meet one on one with your teaching assistants, and ask your peers to set up a study group. Pretending to be all knowing will not stop you from failing. Most of all though have as much fun as possible because college only happens once. Freshman year is so exciting and unique, don't try to rush it. Soak up the experiences and live as much as possible. Don't have regrets.

"Never doubt what desires are in your inmost being." There were times when I would second guess who I wanted to be and not only academically but also personally. I struggled with listening to myself . I am happily established at The Ohio State University within the Knowlton School of Architecture and see a promising path ahead. I could have gone many different ways in my college career and in my personal life. No doubt, I had some situations that had me wandering far away from my desires, but luckily I listened to that internal message. I heard my desires and I knew right where I needed to be. I would encourage myself to believe in my initial hopes and attack the challenges ahead with an open-mind and an unwaivering spirit.

I would tell myself to study a lot and really focus on my schoolwork, and use tutor rooms if needed. It's a lot harder to get a lower GPA up when you're in college than when in high school. You have to have a lot of self control to go to class and put in the effort and most times, you don't get grades for things that you just have to do to succeed. I would say don't give up and just try your hardest because if you really want to do well, you will. I would also say try to get involved in campus life because I haven't and I'll probably regret that for a long time because I don't get as many opportunities as others might get. Also, get in touch with an advisor and stay in touch because they're there to help you and answer any questions you may have. Most of all, try to enjoy your college years because they go by so fast and then you'll be out in the real world having to take care of yourself for good.

If, I could go back in time and talk to myself when I was a high school senior, I would tell myself to broaden my academic horizon instead of choosing only one field of study. I would also tell my pasy self to look for different educational opportunities, such as, post-secondary education or I would tell myself to take advanced placement courses even though I may not have to the funds to pay for it at the moment. Another thing that I would tell myself is to pray and ask the Lord Jesus to bless and guide my course of actions then that way I would not have taken so many detours in my academic career.