Spelman College Top Questions

The best advice I could give myself would be to be more prepared and make a better effort to socialize with people. The thing about college is that you are on your own. I would advise myself to have learned how to do things such as laundy, and cooking. Also, to familiarize myself with financial aid and other procedures. First come, first serve is really difficult for a girl like me. I would also advise myself to ask more questions and get to know people. I'm generally shy, but the only way to know things are to meet people is to speak up. So Shanika, just relax and have fun and keep your priorities in line. It's college, but it only happens once.

If I could go back to my senior year, I would advise myself to take applying for college scholarships more seriously. College is very expensive and private schools do not award as much money as public school. You get the education you pay for in my opinion. I wanted a private school setting and I wanted to attend an all girls college because not having guys in a classroom makes it easier to learn and voice female opinions; because I wanted these attributes, I chose Spelman. Spelman's tuition however is expensive and there would have been a lighter burden on my family and myself as a low-income family to put me through college. We have struggle to maintain paying tuition; however, I am still fortunate enough to attend Spelman College.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as as high school senior, the most crucial piece of advice that I would offer, would be to establish personal morals and values. Before an individual enters college, I feel it is highly important to realize ones self worth. It is imperative to create certain self standards that he or she will most likely hold on to until departing the earth. Knowing what I know now, I would alert the high school replica of myself that there will arise multiple opportunities to neglect morals. I would then suggest the notion to turn away from those temptation, and remember that an indvidual's future is most important; a good reputation is essential to success.

Keep going. Although everyone around you seems to be having the greatest time and you feel like your world is tumbling down around you, don't get discouraged because the work that you are putting in now, will definitely pay off soon.

Determination. Despite what college you attend or what your major is, in college you need the virtue of determination. You will be responsible for handling financial obligations, waking yourself up on time, attending interest meetings,and networking. In order to succeed in an environment where you have all of these responsibilities and desire to have fun, you need to be determined to succeed. Passion. Many students believe that college is about getting a degree to make money. However if you are not passionate about the degree program you are in or your career goals, the work and the time will seem burdensome. Students need to majorin something that they like studying. The last virtue you need to succeed in college is honesty. This includes being honest in relationships with peers, faculty members, and organizations, as well as academically. College coursework can be very intense, however cheating in college can be detrimental to your success. Determination, passion, and honesty can take you a long way in college!

I would tell my younger self not to procrastinate when fililng out college applications and scholarships and to relax, because the years spent in undergraduate studies at Spelman College will be some of the best you ever experience.

Calm down, you were destined for greatness, you have always known that. Now it is up to you to make this happen, to believe in yourself and to show the world what you are made of. To get there, however, you really need to apply for scholarships or this will not be a pleasant experience for neither you nor your mom. Let me reiterate for you, GET UP AND APPLY APPLY APPLY!!! That will be the only way. Make good habits about scholarships also because you will have to continue to do them throughout the next year, and more. Learn to manage your time; don't let senioritis follow you into college because you are in the real world now. Make sure you chose your place of study wisely, not in your room, and dedicate at least an hour of study at night to the class you have the next day. Pick your friends wisely, and don't be desperate for the newness and attention. Boys will definitely come and go, because as someone told you ?the same boys that go to high school, also go to college." Lastly, stop stressing about college. You will surely achieve great things Zuri.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would advise myself not to take my education for granted. I would enlighten myself on the importance of college and finishing my degree to ensure my future. I'd also inform myself of the many opportunities and different educational devices set in place to assist me on my journey to success. Finally, I'd show myself the importance this educational opportunity would have on my future daughter, and how much of a role model to my family and community I would serve as.

If I were able to return as a high school senior and speak to myself about my first semester as a freshman there would be so much I would tell myself. The very first thing I would tell myself is to make sure I enjoy each and every day I have with my friends before we go off in our own directions. Being in college I probably have gotten to reconnect with my dearest friends on two accounts at most. I miss them extremely much. I would give anything to go back to the days I could visit them on a daily basis, but people grow up and must move on. Next, I would tell myself to carefully consider each and every aspect of the college I consider myself attending in the fall. I do enjoy being here at Spelman, although if I had the option I would opt to go to a cheaper public university. I came to Spelman College in order to have greater opportunities of networking after college, although while being here I have realized you cross extraordianary people when and where you least expect to. The days fly by, just cherish each openly as it comes.

Knowing what I know now about Spelman College and having been acclimated to Spelman College now for a whole semester, if I could go back in time and speak to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself to stress less. All throughout highschool I stressed so much in hopes of being accepted to Spelman College, and now that I am here and know all the stress was not neccessary, that is the only thing I would indeed go back and tell myself. Being that I was in AP & IB & Honors courses, the stress came naturally to all my peers and I; however, it was not truly unneccessary. Conclusively, I would tell myself "TAKE A BREATHER Ashley, IT'S GOING TO BE ALRIGHT. LIFE GOES ON." Other than that, I have no regrets, and would not change all that happened senior year for anything!

Assuming I can talk to myself as a High School senoir I would encourage myself to dive into a various types of extra curricular activites. I would have also advised myself to apply to more scholorships. These two pieces of advice would have saved me alot of stress today. During my high school I did alot of voulnteer work in the education spector. While I did venture away from education for a short period of time I wish I had did an internship in a law office and medical office to get a feel of that field. In terms of the scholorship as many people know college is expensive and I feel as if I was not prepared for the cost of books and tution. Attending public school my entire life the only expenses for school was towards clothes,lunch and class trips. The idea of spending hundreds of dollars on books and thousands on tution was not realstic to me. Scholorship money will alleviate the student loans I will have to pay back in four years.

If I could go back into time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself take into account a lot of things when it comes to choosing the right college/university to attend. Take into consideration the location of the school and the neighborhood and how accessible things and places are. When I was a senior in high school I had no idea what to expect when I started college and had no idea where I wanted to go. I would tell myself to start visiting interested campuses early because what you read about could be totally different from how it really is being there first hand. I didn't plan on going to Spelman until I visited the campus and fell in love. I would also advise myself to make sure I don't get too caught up in the campus life that I forget about my morals, values, friends and families. It is so easy to get caught up with being alone and free from parents rule that you forget about the important things. Time management is the key to succeeding in college, without it you?re bound to fail.

If i was able to travel back in time and advise myself about college life I would suggest that i look into more scholarship opportunites and to follow my dreams and no one elses. The reason I chose these two pieces of advice was because I always believed that going to college would be easy financially. But in all honesty attending college has done great things for me but it has also done some cruel things. My finances are currently a problem and were the same way last year. And I'd choose to tell myself to follow my own dreams because my mom talked me into following her dream of me being a scientist instead of me just studying art and being futher on my way in my major. But other than those two instances I would not tell the past me to change anthing else.

I would advise myself to finish strong. Finishing strong and successfully is essential to feeling complete with your academic experience. I realized that my senior year, I became slightly laxed because I was almost done with high school. I did not put my best effort forward all the time when it came down to the end of my classes. I guess I caught "senioritis." Looking back on it now I completely understand that doing your best should be done all the time.; even when the finish line is just around the corner. When I did finish with my best work and effort I felt complete and assured. Now I always put my best forth throughout my academic studies and work. When I feel the urge to step back instead of moving forward, I remember that how I finish is much more important than how I began.

Keep what you bring between school and home to a minimum. Travel can amount to a very expensive venture, and a large amount of clothes would only make it worse. Definitely get a storage facility. Save money for books and events on and off campus. Try not to order food unless absolutely necessary. Have fun while staying safe.

"Set priorities and goals for yourself Sa'Myra!," would be the quote I would yell to myself as a high shcool senior transitioning to college. My college life consits of freedom, education, managable classes and parties. Knowing the person that I am, the quote has set me bound to succeed in college. College isn't a place where everybody could afford, so when I found out that I was accepted into colleges, I knew I had to buckle down and focus on my. I would give my self advice by realing what is more important and how can it benefit you: Parties or Class? "Stay away from the phone!" would be another advice I would give myself since I went to school out of state. I couldn't have made the perfect transitioning if I still thought about the things and people in high shcool, or become home sick. The last advice I would give myself is a poster board that quoted , "Your throwing your money away if you dont go to class." That quote would remind me everyday that college is important and expensive.

Congratulations, I am a high school senior. I have excelled academically, applied to college and accepted to the college of my choice. The excitement of going beyond the boundaries of high school is unbelievable. I am so ecstatic with going to college and looking forward to CHANGE. Making the transition from high school to college is overwhelming but organizing my personal time is more challenging. I didn?t know that time would move so fast after graduation and the month of August would come so quick. Now I realize that time can be your friend or it can be your enemy. The high school era has ended and with it the procrastination cycle has run its course. If I don?t address my personal time management issues I am setting myself up for failure. Time management is very vital to my personal success throughout my college career. Effective planning will leave little room for procrastination and frustration. It is crucial that I master my personal time. I will activate my cell phone message center with my daily events, sticky notes will serve as reminders and posting my weekly schedule on my room wall will also reinforce my time management skills.

When I was in high school, the only things I thought about were getting out fast and I rushed through it. I would of told myself to slow down because those days were limited and it is so different than trying to be grown-up at college on your own. In high school was the last time I touched a basketball court and just played for the fun of the game, but now its all about bein serious and getting money for it. I should of studied for the SAT and also the PSAT, because that could of gave me scholarships that I am working so hard to get now just to finish off my first semester of school. In addition, I would of told myself to manage my time wisely and give up on procrastination because in college that is the worst thing to do. I would have been very big on using my time wisely in high school and would have listened to my counselors and teachers, honestly. Altogether, I would have been more focused my senior year and took school more serious because I know I really need it now.

I would tell myself that attending college is a big step. If i really want to go, I need to find the major that is best suitable for my career goals and to be aware that I will love my school once I get there, that it is not a competition and to go where I wish to. I would also tell myself to apply where I will receive scholarships. That college is very expensive and to make sure I could get some type of aid in order to go to school and continue all the way through.

As a high school student, I was very tightly wound. I focused on my long-term goals and took AP classes in order to prepare for my future. Of course I had some fun, but I was anxious a lot of the time. Now that I have spent nearly two years in college, I think there is only one thing I would tell my high school self: Enjoy yourself! I was never spontaneous and I worried more than I should have over inconsequential things, but I knew I wanted my time in college to be exciting. A couple of good friends I made in college encourage me to be more outgoing and I am very grateful for them. I still enjoy studying hard in college, but I think balance is crucial in becoming a well-rounded individual. I don't know if I would listen to myself; I'd probably have to leave home in order to grow the way I have. I now welcome new people and experiences and opportunities and I hope to keep using what I have learned in college to grow into a successful person.

If I could go back in time and be a senior in high school the advice I would give myself is nothing. I believe that going to college is an experience and it's a time in your life where you must learn to be an adult. It is a time where being responsible is very important, and just receiving the whole college experience I wouldn't take that away for the world. College is a place where you learn not only about who you are, but other people from all over. It is a time where you grow friendships and bonds with people, that would last for a life time. There is no advice to give, except to be assured that the choice of school that I made was the school that I really wanted to be apart of.

If I were giving the chance to go back in time and talk to my high school senior self, I would advise myself to prepare financially for college. I did well academically all throughout high school, and so getting into college was not a challenge for me. However, due to a lot of unfortunate events and the financial status of my family it has been hard being able to afford college. I did not spend enough time applying for scholarships and I limited my applications to those marked with huge monetary winnings. The advice I would give myself would be to apply for small scholarships just as much as the large ones because every bit counts. It has been a struggle. I realize now that I did not map out my future financially. I would also advise myself to practice good budget habits and not waist the money I did have on meaningless things. I had a job, but instead of asking for more hours to earn more money for college, I worked small shifts and wasted my earnings on thing that would not benefit me in the long run.

If I were able to 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, I would give myself advice on studying and prioritizing. As a senior in high school, I did not have the best studying habbits. It was so much easier for me to just quickly review my notes before the moment in class when we would have the quiz/test, and I would do fine. Well it does not work for me like that in college. I would advise myself as a senior in high school to honestly sit down about two days before a test to prepare. Not only would I advise myself on studying, but also on prioritization. In college it is extremely vital to have your priorities in the right perspective. As a senior in high school, I would advise myself to schedule and prioritize by what is important. In college the making the grades are important, especially since we are paying for it. The fun comes later as rewards. I believe that my advice could really influence a high school senior.

Assuming I could go back in time to talk to mself s a high school senior, I would advice myself that the transaction is not as easy as it may seem. Experiencing my freshman year in college miles away from family and friends it gets hard sometimes because your support system is not in th same house as you, so dont take your time for granted. Academically in senior year of high school senioritis got the best of me. Today I would make sure I advice myself to take my time and better my writing skills, in college there is more writing then you thought it would be. Although the papers may not be lengthy, there are many essays for all of your classes.

If i could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, i would probably tell myself to do the very best that i could in high school and apply for as many scholarships and grants as i could because if you can't get anything, that it's going to be very hard to pay for everything that you nee. I would also tell myself that it's not all peaches and cream in college, and that some of the professors don't take any excuses like high school teachers do. Then, i would tell myself to do all my homework, show all of my work on everything that needs to show work. After i have said all of that to myself, i would then tell myself that i need to show up to class on time, and if i am going to be late make sure to tell your teacher. The last thing of advise i would tell myself if that it is alot more harder to adjust to the college life than it is to high school, you have more classes in college, you have to earn your credits.

The advice I would give myself if I had the opportunity to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior would be to embrace my learning disability. Once I embraced my learning disability I was able to matriculate with ease and understand the way I processed information and learned to manage my disability. I spent so much time tying to prove that I was ?normal? that I did not use the resources that were available to me that would have assisted me in learning. I now know how I learn and know where and when to go for assistance. I think if I was mature enough in high school to accept my differences I would have not struggled so much academically. The first year at Spelman was the worst for me however once I worked with my disability I was able to excell. It is still difficult at times but I am enjoying every moment.

Dear Self. Congrats on making this far in your academic journey. As a current college student, I would like to tell you that graduating from high school is only the beginning of your academic journey. Although in a couple of months, you will be graduating and will feel like the greatest fish in this big world pond, i need you to know that although you may not see other fishes they are still there. In fact, there will be times where it will be your job to find them. Often times, we as people get so consumed with acheieving our goals we forget there are fishes or rather people there to help them. Similarly, some people will find you before you find them but essentially that is the goal of life; to serve. If you remember anything remember to do community service and help those in need because in the end, you never know when you will need it. Love Always! -Older Self.

Given the experience I have now with college I would say to my high school self that perserverance is key to success. During these last few months I have learned that college is not as nerve wrecking and tedious as it seems, you only get out of it as much as you put in. Hardwork and focus must always come into play. Always remember everything you've learned or have been taught is for a reason. It is all about self control and your ability to sustain from what looks like the right thing to do and what is the right thing to do. College and even life is all about choices, so weigh all options and choose the choices thats best for you.

College life is everything you think it is plus more; you are ready. I understand that you think you have a strong sense of self now, but you are going to experience things that will truly help you to discover yourself. You will be alright as long as you remember all of what you have been taught in your up bringing. Do not be afraid of change, but always maintain your core values. Although you are not use to loosing, prepare yourself to handle loosing gracefully, because everything you attempt will not always come easily to you. However, you must maintain the fight. Last but not least APPLY APPLY APPLY!!! At no point should you stop applying for scholarships. The Country is going to basically be in a recession so that means your financial aid will be decreased due to lack of state funding.

Please be open to the new experiences ahead and don't sweat the little things. Dance, sing, be free, and enjoy the sunshine! Remember to keep your focus, especially during the harder times. Don't forget why you're there, and don't be afraid to speak up about the things that bother you. Confide in your roommates and keep in mind that sometimes they need to be heard too. It is okay to feel lonely or unsure, it means that you're still growing and lets you know that you're human. Sometimes you'll want to cry- for every reason in the world, or none at all; let it out. When people ask you how you like the school or the environment, don't lie. Don't fall in love with him, resist as much as you can. And finally, always remember that things are not always what they seem.

I would give them one very improtant piece of advice which would be to stay true to yourself. There are so many different groups of people at college and in an attempt to fit in you may be tempted to change yourself to please others. This is the worst thing you could do. While changing yourself to make others happy, you will eventually be upseting the one person that really matters, yourself.

I often wonder what I would do different if given the chance to make the transition from highschool to college a second time. If I could advise myself on this second transition I would stress the importance of summer internships, clubs , organizations and networking with the students with whom I share my college experience. Summer internships would help me gain experience in my major field and better prepare me for the workforce when I exit college. Internships also help when deciding on a career path, and if taken before graduation, there is still time to change majors. I would then advise myself to join clubs and organizations because it is import to diversify my interests and take on leadership positions. Gaining leadership experience in college when I have access to the advise of supportive and experienced professors and advisers, will propel me quickly up the career ladder. The final piece of advice I would give myself is to network with my fellow students and advisers. It is important to keep in touch with the connections I make in college because I may need the guidance of an adviser, or the support of a friend in a similar field of study.

Save so much money becuase college cost a lot more than people tell you. There are so many hidden fees and costs such as technology fees and cost surrounding books and social activities. Also, plan ahead so that procrastination will no longer be the thief of time. Time management is crucial.

If I was a high school senior, I would tell myself to go with your gut instincts!!! Dig deep in your heart and soul and make your decisions based upon what is best for you. Start earlier in applying for scholarships, it will take the head-ache and heart-ache off your parents later on. Make sure you read the fine print with everything you complete and turn in. Enjoy senior year, but its ok to work a little more than you want to, the money may be worth it in the end. Do not become discouraged and never give up. You are special and everything that goes on in your life happens for a reason. Every heart-break, disappointment, and what you may think is a disaster happens for a reason. It helps to shape and mold you into what you are and what you will become. Take a deep breath, don't stress, and relax. What does not kill you only makes you stronger, and you are a strong woman. Hey! You're an Everett mixed with a little Barksdale! Enjoy your school year it only happens once!

I would tell myself to go with my heart and attend fashion school right after high school. I wish I would have done things a whole lot differently in relation to my major area of study as well as financially. So, I would also tell myself to watch how much money I borrow to fund my education and to apply for more scholarships. The less money I have to borrow, the less stress I have on my chest in terms of repaying student loan debt. Lastly, I would tell myself to strive for a much higher SAT score as that can be a key factor in getting more scholarships, grants, etc. for college.

As a high school student I was always focused and driven. My senior year I took numerous Advanced Placement and Honors courses. My transition from high school to college was fairly easy. The courses I took in high school prepared me for the strenuous labor load that I encountered in college. I would not would anything to change about my transition from high school to college. If I had to go back and talk to myself as a high school student, I would just offer myself encouragement. I would however, make sure I tell myself not to wait until the last minute to get work done, but I am sure that the younger ?me? would not listen. I would also tell myself about the importance of scholarships and financial aid. I did not realize how expensive college would be! Nevertheless, I would offer myself very little insight on college social life because a major part of the college experience is learning. Coming into college as an unknowing freshman allows for that learning process to happen. Everything that I have experienced taught me a lesson about life and I would not want to change any of those experiences.

Don't take freshman year for granted. It still counts!

Be prepared for people different than yourself. very Wealthy people

As I begin to reflect back on my senior year in high school, I see that I could have made a tremendous effort to challenge myself with higher level courses outside of my institution. Though I graduated as saludatorian of my class, I still felt a bit unsure as to how I would do, academically, my first year at Spelman College. My high school, City University school of Liberal Arts, in Memphis Tennessee, was specifically created to prepare students, currently attending low-performing schools, for college: academically, socially, and through leadership. While attending City University, I believed that I was, indeed, being prepared for the next journey of my life in all these areas; however, it was not until my first encounter with my pre-caluculus course during my first semester did I realize that my preparation was not enough. So, now when I look back, I consider what I could have done, as far as challenging myself to take more rigorous courses for my success as a college student. In all, my advice to myself would have been to take the extra step to preparing for a bright future.

Always finish your work. Do not slack off at the end. That can be the worst thing you can do to your grades, and ultimately your GPA. Also, look for the Gates Scholarship!! It could change your entire college experience, specifically financially. Join NSBE and do not be afraid to participate in those pageants theyre always having.

I always knew from the seventh grade that I wanted to attend Spelman College. Some students do not know what college they want to attend right away so one of the most important things to do when trying to find the right college is to research the best school that will offer the best undergraduate for the students major. Nothing compares to attending a college that has the best undergraduate program. Once the student and parents have decided on the colleges the student might potentially want to attend it is best to visit the college. A college may appear good on paper but the environment might not be suitable for the student and can affect the college experience. The college experience is one of the most memorable moments of a persons life. The relationships gained, lessons learned, and lifelong knowledge instilled upon them is something that noone can ever take froma person. Most importantly, I believe that it is vital for a student to attend the college that they want to because it will be most suitable for them not where family and friends want them to attend because the next four years will be the beginning of their life.

Deciding the college that you are going to attend is more than an financial investment, it is an investment that will shape the most important years of your future. My college has not only led me to wonderful career opportunities and internships, but has encouraged me to give back to my community and be a free-thinking individual. My college has inspired me to achieve my dreams and constantly reminds me of my responsibility to be a helping hand. So far, college has been one of the most memorable experiences of my life and I would hope the same for you. Choose a place that will nuture you and be invested in your goals. Visit the campus and talk to the students and get great insight on what the college has to offer. Lastly, choose a school that in your heart feel like home and you would love to share with the world!

Make sure that you feel comfortable wherever you decide to go. Consider the cost, environment, and academics. Make sure that is where you want to be.

Visit Campus, Ask questions, and get to know professors and staff members

For the student I say find a college that fits you, do not worry about the school your parents want you to attend. It?s up to you, you?re the one who is going to be there for four years and you have to be happy or you will not do as well. Also you do not want to have to transfer after you get there and find out that you do not like the school. Go on visit, over night visit if possible. And to the parents I understand that you may be the person paying for your child education but you cannot pick the school they attend and you cannot force them to go. If you do they most likely will end up disappointing you so let you child decide. I?m not saying do not get involve in their decision but let them decide.

Finding the right college requires a lot of research; you have to know exactly what majors the school offers and what you want to major in, if the school is affordable enough, how the campus life is, and the condition of the areas on and off campus. From personal experience, when I finally decided on what major I wanted to receive a degree in, that major wasn't offered at the school I attended. It's also important for the school to be affordable so that too many loans will not have to be taken out, because I have also taken out loans in order to finance my education. But one very important thing is to engage in numerous social activities on campus in order to make the most of the college experience. Engaging in on-campus activities allows students to make more friends, have the ability to stand out, and even engage in programs that compliment the student's major and hobbies.

When you are finding a school do not look for a school solely based on the financial situation. There is always a way to pay for school whether it be by working, taking out loans, finding grants and scholarships. Whatever it may be, chose a school based on whether you like it or not, if you feel safe in the environment and if it is somewhere you cansee your self for the next few years. You should never chose a school where you don't want to be because you will not do your best and your grades will suffer. The college experience is one that should be a memorable four years of your life. Make it worth it!

I would have to say that every college is not for every person. The first thing is determining the size of the college you would like to attend, where you think you would learn best in. Then taking a look at the mission statement, this is probably the most important thing. Then there is the question can you afford it, whose offering more scholarship money so that your college experience won't be stressful wondering how your going to finishing paying off your school. The last thing would be visit the school's of your chose and speak with students, there you will get the most helpful help one choosing the right school for you.

Make sure that you or your child will be happy at the school of choice because nothing can distract you more from studying than being miserable. Also, feeling comfortable and safe is a key factor, because when you first go away from home, all you jnow is to being comfortable. The school having the major that you are interested in is also a key factor, and be sure that your school is the right distance from home, however far or close that may be.

When choosing a college or university students should look for a college that makes them feel comfortable while being able to produce the out- of- the-comfort-zone experiences. Always TOUR the college before choosing the college and most importantly please keep in mind that if the college tour does not include a showing or display of the inside of most of their buildings they almost allways have something they are hiding; which can hinder your future student experience! While in college I strongly suggest that you surround yourself with hardworking, driven, supportive and driven people. Having these kinds of friends will help your college experience more become positive and all the while you will help elevate yourself your spirit and possibly your GPA while making and developing life long friendships.