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When I started college, I was pretty clueless about how the world worked and what I wanted from life. I was a dreamer, an artsy naive girl who lived in her head. While today I am still a dreamer in many ways, my college experience has taught me how to bring the world in my mind into the world, via writing, art and political engagement. Because of my involvement in campus groups, I am now educated philosophically and many people's go-to girl on what is going on in the world. I have a job lined up after college because of the education and life experience that college has brought me, and not only will I have a position in a small business but also will be working with a non-profit to change the world. If it weren't for my college experience I wouldn't be where I am now, and I am so excited to move forward into the future!

I have not been here long so far, but i find that many of the staff and the people that go here are open to any questions and they are very welcoming. The teachers are very knowlagable and they really do care about your educational experience. I feel that I am learning here instead of just trying to get through the material to get a passing grade. I feel that if i were to , for example take an online course, I would not get the same educational experience that I do here.

I have gained a lot of life experiences out of my college experience. I have started learning the true meaning of responsibility. I have started learning the importance of deadlines and the importance of networking. I have also started learning that it is important to stop and ask for help. I worked as a resident advsior for the freshman community at my school, and a double major, this hectic schedule taught me the importance of time management. All of these little skills add up to making a successful life. And so throughout my college years, and as I continue my eduation I continue to take in the life experiences and life lessons that come my way.

What I have gotten most out of my college experience is learning the cultural diversity within the community. I experienced different cultures and customs through international friendships. I am proud of my friends from Korea, Japan, France, Germany, Vietnam, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia, Ethiopia, Burundi, Togo, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, Nepal, India, and many more! I am sure I will not be able to make such friendships and intercultural relations without attending college, which made it most valuable of my college years. I believe college is the best place to develop one's cultural identity. As I venture into my junior year in the University, I have developed a sense of self - knowing who I am culturally. This can only be done perfectly by observing people around me and exchanging intellectual ideas on cultural differences and challenges. Through co-curricular activities that emphasizes on ethnic diversity, I worked with people from different places and origin, thus equipping myself with better interpersonal communication skills. Patience and tolerance are two big values I learn from these processes. Cultures can only realize their further richness by honoring other traditions. And only by respecting natural life can humanity continue to exist.

Attending college has given me the opportunity to meet a wide array of people that I would probably not have met outside of school. I've met individuals who share my beliefs and opinions and I've met others who have whose opinions stand in sharp contrast with mine. Most professors have encouraged active and vocal engagement in the curriculum, especially on controversial topics. I feel that while I am in an environment with many like minded individuals, I am also learning a lot about contrasting viewpoints and opinions. The drama that this creates within the academic environment is dear to me. If our world leaders could sit down in these rooms and discuss matters in this way, I have to assume that the ramifications would be profoundly beneficial. College has been valuable for me to attend because it has been providing a blueprint for a higher standard of communication for society at large.

For me the most valuable reason to attend is for a better future for my children. I lost my job when my employer closed down this past spring, I previously attended college and I am returning now to finish my degree. Attaining my degree will not only help me find a new job but with my previous experience will allow me to have more options and higher salary. What I am getting out of my college experience is a secure financial future for my family. My wife and I have four children with number five on the way and when I lost my job we went from a two income family to one, it was a hardship but at the same time we have saved money with my being our daycare and it has given my the opportunity to return to school and finish my degree. That is why St. Cloud State University is an ideal college for me, it's distance learning classes allows me to watch the kids and attend class. My experience with St. Cloud State is giving me the education I need and the valuable options I desire.

I have recived life long communication skills that will help me better communicate and interact with other people.

I have not gotten anything out of college as I have not yet attended. What I can tell is how valuable I will be believe it is going to be to me and my future. I believe that it is valuable to attend college because it can provide many open doors, as far as job availability and success in anyone's future. For me it will mean no longer having to work minimum wage jobs and barely scraping the bottom, but actually being successful. This would mean the possibility of being able to own my own house, car, and not having to worry about what my parents and family members did when I was growing up. All in all, as anyone would want is to be a success to the future of their own family as well as having elder members proud of them. I think also that at the end of the day feeling that you as a person having pride in your accomplishments.

Since I have been in college, I have learned a lot about the type of person I am and who I want to be. Along with learning about who I am, I have gained knowledge that will last me a life time. These things are valuable to me because they will help me be an amazing teacher. My goal is to share all my knowledge I have with my students and through the process hopefully help them discover who they are and what they want to be.

College has provided me the oppurtunity to change my families socio-economical status, while fullfilling many personal goals. I was able to travel to Africa and Europe and those trips opened my view of the rest of the world up and has enriched my life. I have also had an oppurtunity to help many high school students explore and persue higher education which is very fullfilling. I have also been blessed enough to be looked upon as a role model and inspiration in my community and in my very own family. These are a few reason I enjoy my college experience and look foward to growing and becoming a better student and a productive member of society.

Growing up in a small Midwestern town the general feeling is that of security and familiarity. Coming to a larger and more crowed city and a school larger than my home town was quite a stretch for me. It opened up the ideas and perspectives of those around the world in a very real way to me. Everything was not just as I had always known it to be and neither were the ideas and opinions of those around me. The knowledge that is gained through academics is good. But for me the awareness of different points of view is what I have benefited from most. Not that my own point of view has changed on issues and subjects, my point of view and opinions are what make me who I am. But my views have been broadened to be able to look at an issue from a different point of view and understand the motivations that cause different peoples decisions that I may not have agreed with or even tolerated before.

I have had the opportunity to find out who I am throughout the last three years of my life in college. I feel in high school it's more about fitting in, whereas in college, I am able to still create life long friendships, but also be completely career- and goal-oriented as well. I feel that I have learned lessons about education, budgets, and goal setting that every moment at SCSU has been valuable because I learn something new everyday.

Through my college experience I have not only been able to further discovery who I am as a person but what I want in life. I have been able to grow up quickly while learning many lessons along the way. I would love to continue enjoy learning and meeting a variety of different people while getting an education. My college prides itself on diversity of people through their ethnicities, religions, cultures, and much more. I have been provided with so many opportunities to become intellectually and culturally more rounded both on campus and all over the world, I couldn't ask for a better experience.

So far what I have gotten out of college is also what has been valuable; such as half my associate degree, new friends, job leads, new knowledge, a greater thirst for more knowledge, increased self confidence, and an overall joy to be alive. I have discovered that the knowledge I am gaining is changing me like a watered seed. I understand myself, people, and the world better because of my educational experience and I am excited for more. I am not excited however about the ageism I might encounter but I feel confident that I will be able to sell myself to those who will recognize my lifes experience, coupled with modern scholastic endeavour, makes me a valuable team member. I can see that this journey is only going to get better and I look forward to it. I do see one possible obstacle and that is finances for my continued education. I have learned that I need to be proactive and thats why you are even reading these words. Any money I receive will be money well spent. You see money is like water for this seed called me, dont let me die I might manifest a future garden.

Thus far, I have experienced freedom and success from my college experience. It sure is an adjustment not going to the high school one becomes familar with after several years, but going to college has so many advantages one will use for the rest of his or her life. Time management, building relationships with roommates and peers, respect for classmates and professors, and responsibility to take care of oneself are all skills that will be acquired in college. All aforementioned skills are so valuable because they are skills that will be taken and used in my personal life and when I enter the workforce. It is so rewarding when one receives good grades, a compliment from a professor, or when one creates a new bond with someone from a class or dorm, because these will all be things that are memorable, valuable, and that will be carried to one's professional, adult life.

Since I started attending college, I have had a lot of knowledge on what it takes to be educated for example, my English composition class has had a great influence on my speech articulation as a foreigner, and math as well as economy classes has helped me a lot to understand not only calculations or applications of problem solving or economic recession but it has also made me to understand taxes in a better way. My social life has changed in the sense that, I have more confidence in my social interaction with students and faculty. If there is one thing college has offered me is knowledge of life in general; it helped my thinking process and has boost my confidence in applying concepts. As a foreigner, I believe in the American dream, college is a big part of it. My dream is to be a medical doctor, contributing to my community and making a big impact in my family as I become the first doctor in all of my generation as I look forward to that nothing gives me more encouragement and hope than college. It’s a lot of benefit and values like preparing you towards your dreams.

helping others and working in groups is very helpful.

I feel like my college experience has made me a more well-rounded individual and each experience helps me develop myself more as an individual. I've learned a lot about the world rather than from my homogenous background at my high school, and I'm learning what really interests me, makes me unique and ultimately what I want to do in life.

My college experience and education has always been valuable to me. As a first generation American, and a women, I feel very fortunate to be able to pursue my dreams and attend college. My parents grew up in poverty and immigrated to this country as a result of a civil war. They've never had the opportunity to go to school or partake in the opportunities that I've been given. My college experience has helped shaped me to become a better person and has given me the opportunity to pursue my dreams, something I wouldn't be able to do if I grew up in my parents native country. I value education greatly, that's why it's my dream to someday become a teacher for students in special education. I want to help students who are often forgotten, overlooked, and are struggling in life. My experiences throughout my college education has given me the knowledge and courage to do what I love to do most--work with children and youths in special education.

My college experience has been great because it changed my life in many ways. It was my first time being away from home, so it was hard adjusting to a new environment being five hours away from home. It was also hard because I am a Mexican-American and went to a school where most students were caucasian students so it took me time to get use to different cultures. All these changes were positive and made me a stronger person because I became independent being away from home, and it made me open-minded to learn new cultures and get the best out of it. Lastly, college is a place where students can learn and open up to new things that will make them a more rounded person.

College expanded the possibilities I had in the job market. It also helped learn social skills, including interacting with and for various personalities (students and teachers). Overall college was a means to further myself into the real world, get my feet underneath me, learn responsibility, and learn how to work hard for the things I want in life. Attending Chico State was a valuable stepping stone for the progress of my educational goal and ultimate life goals.

Up to this point in my college experience I have learned the importance of planning and time management. During my freshman year I, like many new students, fell victim to the sudden freedom that you feel upon moving on in life. My shortcomings came in the form of an inherent lack of discipline and the ability to apply myself academically. I instead spent the majority of my time being involved with campus social events and developing new friendships. Not necessarily a negative thing in and of itself, but the lack of some form of a priority system let me down on the educational side. I feel that nothing really happens without reason and this instance is no exception. The social foothold that I developed will more than assist my re-entry into the educational world, and I know that I will be able to accomplish my goals with the newfound confidence I developed. I am on-track to continue my work towards a pre-med undergrad, and I know I will be successful. Some people go about accomplishing their goals in different ways, even if they don't know it, but the opportunity to succeed will never disappear.

I'm ashamed to admit this, but when I was in high school I was probably one of the worst daughters in the world to my parents. No kidding! They were always so supportive and gave me everything I needed and didn't hold me back. They pretty much let me do all the things that were important to me within reason. My mom tried to give me everything she didn't have and tried to teach me many of lifes skills. Unfortunately I treated her so badly and was so mean that it ultimately damaged our relationship. I am very ashamed of my behavior from high school. Since entering college I learned that everything she did really was in my best interest and she loved me unconditionally and tried to guide me as best as she could which was something I didn't allow her to do. I've grown now and it really is different being out on your own and paying for your own college. My hope is that someday I can grow enough to go to my parents and say thank you. Until then, I'm still growing and learning.

I feel as though I have benefited by going straight into college after high school. The college experience has been very rewarding to me. I feel much older now that I am in college., and it has been quite the trasition. Now I am living with a roomate in the residence halls and I have only been home a couple of times. This new way of living is very valuable to me because it has made me grow up and learn responsibility fast. St. Cloud State has been a great school in my opinion. I am looking forward to spending my next three years at this school. The enviroment is great and the teachers have been very friendly. I really enjoy studying many different subjects. College is great because of how much freedom you are able to have. I make my own schedule and I can do what I want in my own time. I am very pleased with this college!

I have learned a lot about how I handle situations, like living away from home. Real world experinces like the ones I face everyday at SCSU will prepare me for the future. I might not always be happy and sometimes will be lonely, but the world continues to move forward. Learning to accept flaws in your imagined life path is important.

My college experience has allowed me to see a new level excellence in my life. My success in my prior employment was not as fulfilling as my success academically. I am on the path to a new career that I anticipate to be quite rewarding.

If I could travel back in time to lecture myself when I was a Senior in high school, I would stress to the old me to be more serious when it comes to college. Knowing what I know now about the transition from high school to college, I would have wanted myself to have done more research about colleges and took more initiative when it came about to looking for scholarships. It is unfortunate to know about the wonderful opportunities like scholarships and grants that I could have received when I was still in high school and then learn about them when it has already been too late to apply. These scholarships could have helped in so many ways in terms of college life, they could have helped me pay for food, living expenses, classes, books and more. If only the Senior version of me would have understood the importance of college, the stress and the reality of college, maybe I would have envisioned college with more severity and seriousness. Once again, the thing I would have wanted the senior version of me to do is to be more serious about college and stress upon college's importance.

The biggest mistake going into college was taking career/major level classes right out of highschool, durring orientation they mentioned to take MNTC classes first but I did not believe them. I started taking business classes right away, the problem with this is that student life is different from high school and college and the MNTC or gen Ed courses are really good transition courses, so not only was I taking classes that wouldent all transfer over but they were much harder then I was ready for. Now that I have started from scratch going with the MNTC I am on the fast track to getting my degree quickly and with good grades. I would also tell myself not to procrastinate, to get the FAFSA and school paperwork in as soon as possible.

If I could go back in time and speak with myself knowing what I know now I would have a great deal to say. The transition to college life was definitely something I wasn't prepared for, and I'm positive if someone had explained to me what I had to figure out on my own I would be further ahead in my education, then I am now. The first piece of advice I would give myself would be to not to start college for anyone except myself. The reason for this is when you enter college life you're not getting the push from your professors like you may have gotten from teachers in high school. No one is going to tell you, you have to come to class, or going out the night before finals is not the greatest of ideas. Studying and having a drive to succeed in your education needs to come from yourself. Another point I would discuss would be to take time to learn everything you possibly can. The more knowledge you gain, the more intelligent you become making education the greatest way to help you get where you want to go in life.

If I could look back and give myself a little pep talk in my senior year of high school I would say, STOP STRESSING OUT! I was so nervous about making new friends, if boys would like me, and how my roommate would be. Let me be the first to tell you, it all fell into place just right. I found an amazing life long friend as my roommate, I'm in a steady relationship, and I've met so many new friends. People will like you for who you are so don't try to pretend you're somebody you're not. Really stick your neck out to make new friends and try new things. Join a club or volunteer your time, because you will have plenty of free time. Nobody is going to tell you to brush your teeth and yell at you to go to bed. You are on your own, and you make all of your own decisions. Take a chance and do something you never thought you would ever do. Live it up!

My main advice to myself would be to research, research, research. If I were to be a high school senior again I would want to go into college knowing what I wanted to do as a career. That way, I would've been able to take appropriate classes and would have been able to save a lot of time and money; possibly even graduate a year earlier. Also, I would have told myself to apply for more scholarships. I didn't think they were a big deal in high school but now I realize how nice it would have been to have some free money. Finally, I would have told myself to continue taking advanced classes in high school because they really give you a jump start on your college career.

If I were to go back in time and talk to myself as a senior in high school, I would tell myself to have fun and not let anything hold me back. I worked a lot at my job, and didn't take the time to spend with my friends and have some fun. I also missed out on a lot of sports opportunities because I was more concerned about my job. Now that I am in college and moved away from home, I rarely get to see my friends from high school. Granted I have friends in college, but being I was constantly working in high school, I missed out on a lot of opportunities to spend time with my friends. Now that we are older and college students, we are living away from home, with different class schedules and new friends. I would go back and tell myself not too worry about money, and make sure to spend quality time with the ones who matter most. Afterall, I have my whole life to work and make money.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself two things; first being to relax about college and enjoy being a senior. Second I would say to not spread myself out by doing too many activities and just focus on the ones I want to do. The transition between high school senior and college freshmen can seem very scary, however when it really comes down to it, everyone understands and wants to help. There is always someone ready to help and to point you in the right direction; the professors are nice, understanding, and will try to help in any way possible. College is a great experience and not something to stress about. Go to a good school, get good grades and just love being at college.

Dear Eighteen year old Dani, You've just graduated, congradulations! But I know your very confused, frusterated, and anxious to make your college choice. First of all realize that it is going to be a shock at first being alone. I know your a very independent girl, and able to take care of yourself, however college will be a big change so be prepared. If there is anyone thing I can tell you it is to be prepared; for classes, the unexpected, know what you are capable of and do it. Do not let anyone misuse or misguide you, you have a good head on your shoulders, and no one will change that. You are going to go through many changes, a hint: check out the mass communications and theatre departments. I know that when you look back on your college career you will feel truely accomplished, you may not feel this way now, but really trust me!

i do not think i would give myself that much advice. Life is a learning experience and all of the mistakes and wrong paths you go down in life lead down to the right ones. If did have to give one piece of advice i would just say that relax. College is the time of your life and i know that you may here that alot from other people but it is honestly the warm hearted truth. You will meet so many amazing people and soon your high school life will soon be just a blur. College is the opportunity to live and discover yourself even more than you already have. It is the time to figure out what you want to do with the rest of your life and meet the person of your dreams, although i may not have done either one of those yet. College gives you the opportunity to be able to find both of those. So...just wait and you truly will be able to find yourself, do not worry about high school, everything just oges up from there. Including from college, everything can only get better.

If I could go back in time to being a high school senior, I would tell myself to take things slow. I was breaking myself trying to get my B.S. done in four years and it was just killing me. After fall semseter of my sophomore year I finally realized its not so important. I can get the grades I deserve if I take things slow and work at a pace I am comfortable with. After all, most students don't graduate after four years. Everyone has their own pace. Also, I would tell myself to take a good look at the schools you are looking into. Don't look only at the campus. You don't spend all your time on campus. It's important to see the city/town has to offer.

If I could go back on giving myself advice when I was a high school student I would have to say be prepared, it's a lot harder than you think. However, even though its hard keep going, have faith things will work out. I would also encourage myself to apply for more finaical aid because besides homework that is one of the most stressful things.

The transition from living with a family to being out on my own was difficult at first, but the activities put on by the University definately aided in the transition. If I went back to high school, one thing I would change is my work ethic in my classes. I was mostly in all advanced classes my junior and senior year, but saw that as an opportunity to get a B in the class and just tell myself that it was good enought because it was an advanced class. Looking back, if I would have tried harder and put forth more of an effort, I could have transferred in with more credits that would have counted as general education credits, which I now have to take. Even without transfer credits, a better understanding in the subjects of math and science could have given me a stronger base of information before starting my college courses.

If I could go back in time as a high school senior I would advise myself to stop making excesses and take responsibility. In high school you teacher would let you get away with a lot of excuses. I didn?t turn my homework in because. I missed class because. In high school excuses was the way of life. Hardly ever did I take responsibility for mistakes I made. I would make excesses. In college you learn fast people who make excesses don?t stay in college long. There are a lot more distractions in college then in high school. But little to no excuses tolerated. Take responsibility for your education and prioritize. If you have a test, study verses hanging out. If you miss class ask the teacher what you missed. Don't procrastinate then find excuses to tell why you didn't get your paper done. Get in the habit and take responsibility early and the college transition will go a lot smother.

?When I was fourteen I was the oldest I ever got. I?ve been getting younger ever since.? - Shirley Temple When I was 14, I began my journey through high school, as well as a journey down the path of self-discovery. I was an awkward, shy little girl with braces and no drivers license. Somewhere between cheering at my first homecoming football game and wrapping up my freshman year of college, I truly learned who I really was. When I was 14, I took everything so seriously. Wondering if I was wearing the right shoes and if my hair cut was ?hip.? I was so concentrated on being cool, that my education took the backseat. If could go back in time and give myself advice, I would say to myself, ?Alicia, you are an intelligent, talented, kind hearted young woman with a bright future. Forget the braces, the shoes and the hair. Concentrate on education, because in college and for the rest of your life, no one will remember you for braces and ugly shoes. Respect your teachers and take full advantage of free education! You go, girl!?

Assuming I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior knowing what I know now about college life and making the transition, the advice I would ultimately give would be to never give up when you get to school and get affiliated with your classes; it's arduous and time consuming but it's well worth the sweat and tears at the end. A college education will only further and help your career path in the future. Also I would advise to be involved with your school and join clubs or apply for a job through the school. Being involved will only benefit your social and academic strengths. I believe if I knew what I know now I would have put more effort into school, but after taking a year off, I only am more determined to strive to complete my goals and aspirations and I hope I can convince other students that's the reason they are there too.

Aaron, You are doing a great job in college and getting the grades to prove it. In fact, you have maintained a 4.0 gpa throughout your two years of college. Your study ethic and determiation to complete your school work is unmatched. Your strong sense of knowing what is right and what is wrong has helped you to stay out of trouble and keep your mind on your ultimate goal. My advice to you is simple. Attend St. Cloud State University right away instead of going to a two year school to complete your generals. You will be farther ahead in your schooling. Also, major in Elementary Eduation. I know that you are undecided, but you will adore working with the kids and knowing that you have the power to shape them into who they will be. There is no greater feeling than being a positive role model to so many kids that are in search of a role model. My last piece of advice is this: Keep being yourself. In college you will be pressured to change who you are., but do not change. Staying true to yourself and what you believe in is your greatest asset. Aaron

If I could go back in time and talk with myself about college life, I would say to work hard and avoid partying, because the hard work is the one that pays off in the end. I suggest joining a club or team, because that is one of the best ways to meet new friends. It is almost impossible to get through college with good spirits if you do not have anyone there to support you. Get to know your roommate before move-in day, to discuss what to bring, and get to know one another. Knowing who you will be living with for the next 9 months before move-in day will reduce a lot of stress. At the beginning of the year, find time to take a walk around campus to get to know your surroundings. This will decrease the chance of getting lost on the way to class during the first week, as well as help you discover interesting places you would not normally notice while rushing to class. Finally, college is a great experience for everyone. Make the best of it and enjoy every moment.

First, I would tell myself to have a decent balance with academics and studying. Without a balance, it will be tough to accomplish homework and study for tests. People should still take time to see friends and have fun once in awhile, but not too often unless you're able to keep up with everything else. Second, I would tell myself that I should buy a workout pass and exercise at least three times a week. Working out and staying fit not only helps you mentally, but physically too. Taking time out of they day to exercise is also good because it lets off steam and gives you more energy. Lastly, I would say to go to as many of the free events and activities as possible each month. This is something really fun to do, it takes your mind off of school work, and it helps you meet more people to expand your friendships and relationships with others. The more people you meet, the more comfortable you feel in your community.

If i could go back and talk to myself, I would tell myself to relax and have fun. I would tell me not to worry about if im going to make friends or if I am going to fit in, I would tell myself to be me and I will be fine. I would tell myself to make sure to balance school time and personal time, because too much of one or the other could hinder my success as a college student. If I spend too much time with friends I will not get enough studying in and if i study too much I would become anti-social and go insane. Then the other inportant thing I would tell myself would be to get an membership to the gym. This is because i feel working out is good for both the body and mind. It would give me a chance to get away from the computer and books and just let built up energy and frusteration out.

If I could go back in time and talk to my high school self, I would not have much to say. Mostly I would tell myself to remember that I am paying for this education, and should not let the employees here intimidate me. I would tell me to be careful about my classes, and find out about things before I choose them. Also, to take advantage of the free time I have, and not to fill it up with work I do not actually have to do, because soon I will not have that free time. In other words, to allow myself to have some fun. The most important thing I would tell myself is to work harder at my job, to not think about my school work during it so that I can concentrate better. Mostly though, I would want my high school self to know not to worry, because it really is not that hard, and worrying only makes it more difficult.

I would tell myself to know my limits in every aspect of life; how much or little I can eat, how much or little sleep I can get, and how much or little studying I can do to be successful. I would tell myself to apply for scholarships early and often, I would tell myself to take PSEO classes or AP classes to get free college credits while i can. I would tell myself to be strong when times get hard and to be true to myself and to not change the person I am, even though small changes are inevitable. I would tell myself to study hard, make friends, and have fun.

Get a good job and start to build your cradit as soon as possible. You should also study, study your classes and make a plan for your future. You can't reach your big goal if you don't attain the little goals along the way.

I would tell myself not to be so worried and anxious. It doesn?t matter what other people think of you as long as you like yourself. That?s the kind of attitude that will make friendships. You don?t need to give into peer pressure or hide out in your room because you?re amazing just the way you are.

As a college student, I would give my high school self the simple advice to save money. College is expensive and I have had to cut back in my spending. My first year, I went to two private colleges, and had to transfer to Saint Cloud State University. I know love the school and wish I had gone to this school from the beginning, but I am still having trouble paying for living expenses and tuition. As a high school students I would be more diligent about finding scholarships and saving money for school. Another piece of advice I would give myself is to get a part-time job in the field you want to major in. I worked at the Boys and Girls Club and I want to be a teacher. This job gave me just as much experience as my schooling and helped me earn money for college. Despite having a hard time paying for college, I have been very successful with a 3.6 GPA, and I would also tell myself to continue working hard to achieve high in my education major.