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While your senior is filled with enticing distractions and situational goals I ask that you STOP! STOP what you are not doing! Slow down and take close and careful observation of your true possibilities. You are about to go through some massive transitions! Not just as it relates to the obvious, your post-secondary education, but life in general. I offer you the following advice… I ask that you challenge your fears; the outcomes will result in amazing surprises. Don’t dwarf your dream simply because you lack experience, company or support. I ask that you conquer your doubts; no – not alone but with those resources that exist. The resources are not a coincidence – those that have gone before you and have a proactive approach to ensuring progress have made those resources available. You will have your opportunity to give back if and only if you take and make use of what is provided to you. If you fail to conquer your doubts you will never truly reach your full potential and perhaps even worse - live a life of regret. Finally, I ask that you intelligently predict the future. Skillfully, realistically and open –mindedly determine how much you will accomplish.

To my high school self give this advice: start preparing now for your world travel dreams!! As a high school senior I was concerned primarily wth tanning on the beach, little did I concern myself with the future beaches and mountains and valleys I could be seeing in the nearer-than-I-could-guess future. Having graduated high school with around a 3.0 GPA I can at least tell myself that I accomplished that. If only I had known then how soon I wuld be regretting not setting myself up for travel sooner. Yet I WAS preparing in at least two ways; I was learning history (one of my favorite subjects) and French. Thank you high school Liana for taking four semesters of French so that I may take more advanced French in college and feel that much closer to my European adventures. If I could do it all again, I would save every last cent I earned, as I have heard that spending those on a European vacation always has been and surely always will be completely worth it.

Stay in your hometown, and transfer to a bigger university once you've adapted to the college life. Its very different from high school. You are going to need to motivate yourself in the biggest ways. You need to have very good grades or you will be kicked out of school and they'll take your financial aid away. ALL OF IT. Try your hardest, and Good Luck!

If I could go back and give myself advice as a senior high school student, I would give myself some very rewarding advice that would benefit my college years. One of the most important advise that I would give would be to take college classes while still in high school. One reason for that is because while you attend college in high school your classes are free and your allowing yourself to graduate from High School with college credits as well. Having the chance to take college classes in High School gives me the opportunity to enter college as a sophomore or junior instead of a freshman. I would also advise my senior self to read more and learn to love to read because majority of college revolves around reading books. I would also advise myself to enjoy High School so when college starts you don't take advantage of your college education. Your college education is very important and failing one class can really ruin your GPA and it will be extremly hard to raise it back up. However, college is a wonderful experience and everyone should get the chance to experience the College life.

Advice to my high school self: * Confidence -- I would tell myself to have confidence in myself because there is nothing more attractive and comforting than someone that has a good amount of self confidence. NOT cocky, but comfortable in my own skin. Love your body. I think it is something that high school students, and unfotunately college students struggle with every hour. I feel like if I had started training in high school I would've have had a head start. * Slow down - I was one in high school that took on a lot. I don't regret it because every club, sport, church function etc taught me invaluable lessons, but it just went by SO fast. High school seems so BIG in the moment, but it really is just a blink of an eye looking back. I wish someone would have told me to stop and enjoy the moment a little more. * Encourage everyone - Some people say that their high school years were the worst of their life. I wish I recognized that they were having a hard time and encouraged them more. Told people how special they are. Kind words last a lifetime. Thank you!!

Going back I would tell myself to not let my worry about the hardships that come along with transitioning into college and adult life, stop me from enjoying all the wonderful things that come along with it as well. I would tell myself to apply for scholarships sooner than I think I need to. And I would tell myself that its ok to ask people for help when you need it because it is harder and more stressful to try and deal with all of it on your own than letting some pride go and getting help.

The advice I would give myself would start by completing all four years in the girls soccer team. The beat feeling in the world to me was playing on that filed with great teamates by my side, knowing that I can trust them nlt only on the field but as friend. Being part of a team, club or any school social program could open so many doors for you. Enjoying the time you have on great activities with great people around does not come so often. Finding out where you feel comfortable and decide that this is what you enjoy. Do not think it over and just do that brave move and go for it, because we really don't know how quickly timw flies and we don't want to be think of what could of happened instead of what did happen. Make it your greatest memory not your biggest regret.

If I was able to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself to enjoy college. I would tell myself to not take any breaks and attend the summer sessions. Another important thing I would say would be to ask more than one person for help and not trust the advisors 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c}. I would suggest to be aware of what the requirements for each course are to not fall behind for not asking. I would encourage myself to never give up and that it gets better as the semesters pass. I would also suggest to seek for help when not understanding an assignment. Most importantly there is NEVER a dumb question and you will be able to do it!

If I could go back as myself and talk to my senior self, I would probably tell myself to focus more in school and study more. College isn't like high school. The professors don't care if you miss assignments or if you show up or not. You can go to a college class and listen to music the whole lecture time and they wont tell you anything. In high school, the teachers have to have your attention. I would tell myself to prepare for a new adventure of late night studying, tons of homework that has to be completed and a lot of temptations to walk out of a class just because you don't want to be there. I would also tell myself something that my dad has always told me, which is put God first, focus and keep going. Never give up over any obsticles you may come across.

If I were to go back in time as a high school student, I would reassure myself that college is the only and best option to succeed becuase it allows you to find your passion and trade. My first semester in college has been a great experience. I am pursuing Body Shop and I love it. My professor is knowledgeable and smart and cares for my success. I had no idea what a great experience college would be as it has allowed me to have a true professional to teach me what I love the most--painting cars. Advise to myself, college is the next step after high school.

I would tell my self to excel more, to put a bit more effort into every sinlge task. To work harder and try to be one of the top ten percent. And never give up, becuse even if things seem to be lost, theirs always a chance to make it and excel.

If I could go back to my high school year I would tell myself to take any opprtunity given to me. To take advantage of what a school has to offer. I would tell myself not to be afraid of change or different. Experiencing things out of my comfort zone or out of the norm is sometimes good. I would advice myself to push forward no matter what, to stay focused and to always remind myself that the most important things in life are God,family, and school.

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to fight for what I wanted, rather than settle with community college. Many events shook my senior year. In mid August, my school burned down, significantly hindering any academic advisement I may have received. Also in August, my grandfather was diagnosed with lung cancer that would ultimately take his life in June of 2013. This is pertinent as any funds, outside of scholarships and student loans, would be contributed by my grandparents, and I was unwilling to hassle my grandmother about money as her lifelong friend and partner slowly withered away. I regret allowing myself to cave into the nay sayers, ignoring the few who supported my aspirations beyond two years at the local community college. I should have believed in myself and my abilities.

I would tell myself to take everything serious. I didn't know it at the time, but I could've had to many opportunities to be a better musicican. I'm currently pursuing a degree in Music Education and while I struggle just a bit every now and then, I know I could've done alot more in high school to prepare myself for college. I would've also told myself to develop study habits. It is really hard to study when you are exhausted and I could've also made it easier on myself to develop good study habits. Also the last thing I would've told myself to do is to be social and talk to people. Friends are there for you and to help you along the way incase you fall down. I was shy and nervous when I went to my first day in the University, I don't know if I could've changed that, but it Would've helped if I knew some of the people from the classes before hand.

If only they'd invent time-machines already. I would go back to August of 2009 and sit my disobedient / know-it-all butt down. Give myself the longest lecture my ears would probably fall off. “it is not about having the most friends, or who goes out the most, or who has the best shoes.” Gosh, kids could really be ignorant. I would go back in time and tell myself to focus on school and not to worry to much on the 'she said he said' because honestly you don't speak to about half of those 'friends' after high school anyways. life would be so different for me.

The advice that I will give myself will be to always meet with the professors after class if something was not clear enough and never to be afraid of asking because that is why there are there. To assist you in every way they can. Try to go to tutoring on my free time and look for any additional resources that is helpful for my classes. Because now that I'm a senior in college I look back and ask myself why I didn't take advantage of so many resources but at the same time each one of them I somewhat discorvered them on my own and if not they arrived late.

The biggest advice I would give myself would be that college should not be taken softly, that every decision, no matter how unimportant it seems then, will have a huge effect in the future. Furthermore, that no matter what happens it the outside world school and personal problems and griefs shouldn't be taken to school. I would also advice myself that things happens in one's life that can ultimately jeperdize one's education, but not to let those events change you, instead, grab those events and use them as a means of motivation as to why you want to obtain a higher education. The last advice I would give myself would have to be that we are all humans and we all make mistakes but its how we deal with the consequences that shows our true character and that moral stature outweighs any type of material gain and one should always remain true to who we are as a person.

I would tell him that he needs to start saving up money now, because college isn't free it's actually quite expensive. The transition between highschool and college has a few key differences. There is a level of wanting to be there required instead. In regards to highschool, he has to be there and he has to learn whereas with college he has to want to be there. That is something difficult to learn but I would express to him the importance of it. I would tell him that he should get started on applying for college right away instead of doing what I did and apply for one semester but take an extended "break" for several years only to come back at a later date. If he learns from what knowledge I impart on him he could already have had a four year degree.

Go for it, learn more , study more help everybody more.

Dear Cynthia, It is almost time for you to begin your college career. I want to inform you that I have traveled to the future, and I now know what college life is like. I want to warn you that it will not be easy, but do not give up. You are one intelligent young lady, and you will achieve your goals because I see here you are an overcomer. I saw in your future you walking in a ceremony of your graduation, and guess what you earned your bachelor's degree! You did awesome in your journey. I am extreamly proud of you, so do not give up any step of the way. Take notes in everything the professor says and always remeber to study on your free time. If the professor gives out any extra credit work do it do not let it pass because it can help you one day! Become friends with your advisors and join groups. I know for a fact already that you have achieved your dream, now you just have to believe in yourself, and in my words! Sincerly, Your inner thoughts.

i would maximize my studies to the fullest, because leaving out a few formulas here and there for math had a huge impact on what i left out when i attendedcollege. i would have applied myself more and more each time. its something i learned and could honestly tell future college students.

If i were to go back in time i would tell myself "learn to take better notes"

Assuming I could go back in time, and talk to myself as high school senior about college life as well as making the transition, I would have just one simple piece of advice: to loosen up, and to not be so scared for the next chapter of my life. Because this life, college life, is different from high school. Everything is exciting, new, and completely different. I would tell myself as a high school senior that while it is okay to be a little scared, to look at college as a new opportunity. That I will meet some amazing and incredible people, who not only care deeply about your success in the future, but about me as well. That I will learn so much in such a short amount of time, but I will also have so much fun doing it. That these experiences will last a lifetime. In short to not be scared, but excited, because I am finally beginning my life.

The party isn't going anywhere- it's always there! Dedicate time to your studies, and don't pass up school to go out and party. There will be plenty of chances to go out and make bad choices- like during the summer! LOL... Seriously though, with the way things are (or will be) an education is necessary. You don't want to have children with a high school education- it will get you nowhere, and if it does, you have a long struggle ahead of you! Don't forget scholarships- go get them! Loans may seem like a smooth ride, but guess what, you have to pay for them later on even if you don't finish school! They're as devilish as credit cards...live within your means! Dedication, planning, and perseverance- that'll get you through college. In the end, you will enjoy it and see your hard work paid off :)

the advice i would give myself if i could go back in time, it would be to choose a school like UTB to attend rigth after high school. this school is great with teachers that are willing to work with the students no matter how difficult things might get, the teachers are there to help everyone. There are small class rooms , the students are very friendly an the campus is easy to get around on.

Do not skip classes, be on time and do not procrastinate.

Meeting my former self, I would tell him to do better during your last year of high school, and really study and prepare for tests, quizes and finals, later on in the year I would learn that I did not achieve much in my last year of high school, and I do regret my past decisions to avoid studying and slack off. I would urge myself to look into scholarships, grants, and more summer classes to get a better head start for college and tell myself to not be nervous about meeting new people, to be open, and listen to your parents more often. With all this advice, and me actually listening to it and using it for my benefit, I know my future would have changed dramatically, and I might be better off then I'am now. However I can't let past regret allow myself to continue to discourage me, you just have to pick yourself up and keep going.

I would tell my past self that I need to read more for pleasure. I would also like to tell myself to relax and not be so uptight about attending college. My university is full of wonderful people that help each other succeed. Nobody picks on you anymore for reading during lunch break. There are little to no bullies at the University of Texas at Brownsville so I will not have to worry about skipping classes at times. Your professors are wonderful so don't be intimidated, they love students that love to learn. They also have a gym that you can go to as long as you have your school ID to avoid the dreaded freshmen 15. Don’t forget to improve your math skills because they're going to be much more important throughout your college years. And lastly I'd tell myself to keep my head up start my college years with a smile.

I would begin by warning myself about time management and how critical it is to master this skill to set a strong foundation for a successful academic career. Next, never procrastinate, but learn to be proactive. Never be scared to ask a question because the only dumb question is the question you don’t ask. Get involved with organizations because you meet new people, learn new things and give back the community. Always introduced yourself to your professors because it is a professional way to begin to network. Always be on time to class, put yourself in their shoes and how you would feel if someone interrupts you in the middle of your lecture. Steer clear from the wrong crowd. Visit with the academic advisor and ask what best fits your career plan. Never buy a new book from Barns N’ Noble. Always order books at least with two months of anticipation online, suggestions Amazon or Half.com. Go prepared to the first class day with printed syllabus, text-book, and at least cover first chapter. Prepare for mid-terms and finals since the first day of class and remember to have fun.

The advice that I will give myself If I could go back in time will be to study harder and have more fun. During my senior year I had four AP courses and two Advance courses. I had a stuff senior year because I was working and I was studying a lot in order to earn a good GPA and a good rank. I am proud to annonce that I had a unwaited GPA of 3.49 and I graduated with honors. The only thing I would really change is to have more fun during my senior year of high school.

I would have told myself straight up to take college courses during my summer vacations. There was only one class that offered a selected few to take college courses and it was more of like a "secret application". Many of my friends wish that they would have let evertbody know that you could take college courses to earn during your high school years. If I had been able to take even one college level course during my summers I would have definitely been a bit ahead in my college education. Now I feel like I could have eliminated wasteful time with my basics and already starting my core classes. I would have told myself to have the courage to have asked the counslers or teachers to let everybody have information to taking college courses in high school. I would have been to intimidated to ask them since they probably would dismiss me but I would have given myself a huge kick in the rear back as a high school senior.

If I could tell my high school self anything it would be that even though college classes are hard at times, the self-fulfillment that you get after completing each class is worth all the hard work. I would tell myself that even though it seems like it may take years to complete your goal, those years and the information and skills you learn over those years will make you out to be better at the career you choose. That your goal of being a nurse to help, may one day be so great that you may even say that you helped possibly save someone's life, and because of that all the hard work you put in to it will be worth every penny spent, every hour spent, every class taken!

I was born in the United States, but I lived in Mexico since I was born. I moved to the U.S. like 3 years ago. Learning English, adapting to this new culture, and among other things were little struggles. However, I overcome those obstacles thanks to my determination. If I could back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior. I would advice that nervous and sad guy to keep his goal. I would say to myself "Alvaro..the sacrifice of leaving your country, your family, your friends...is really worth it. Your future is bright, keep dreaming, you can do it"

I would have told myself to study abroad during the summers, or even a semester. It would have been an eye-opening experience to live abroad during University. There is so much I could have learned from living in another country and interacting with various people.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would definitely tell myself to stay focused and party-free. I would let myself know that I have a condition called Attention Deficit & Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and that I need to seek medical attention so that it doesn’t affect me academically in the future. I would also advise myself to apply at a private, smaller institution that could help me out both financially and academically through scholarships and personalized attention. I would tell myself that I need to remember what I am in school for; I need to tell myself to behave and never give up, no matter how hard things can get. I would try to educate and inform myself that the beauty of life is making mistakes so that we don't make them again in a future. I would encourage myself to never get disappointed at the many challenging situations I am about to face in my transition to adulthood. I would finally tell myself to develop an interest for Philosophy, since it is the greatest method to achieve clear thoughts and overall success.

Get your Associates Degree at an accredited community college. Then transfer to a state school. You will receive a quality education at a fraction of the cost. No matter what, don't quit school, stay focused and don't let outside influences within your control such as partying, women and derail your vision. Work is not as important now but you should get educated so you do not have to do menial jobs later on in your life. Your education is an investment into yourself so be serious, get serious and stay serious about graduating.

I would primarily advice myself to take college course classes to be able to recieve college credit while taking my high school classes. Secondly i would advice myself to take my senior year a bit more serious to take in as much information that is offered towards different college opportunities. Thirdly I would advice myself to really pay attention to my senior year classes because the college basics are a bit similar to them and conserve as many notes of math as possible. Lastly and most importantly I would advice myself to really try and learn a bit more about the career of my choice, not simply go by what everyone wants to study but find what really interests me.

I would had wished I would of had better advising taking my courses and for the school for it not to be very competitive among the programs.

I would first start off by saying to myself that college is the foundation of life. Yes, highschool was very importatn as well but college is where your life begins as far as being an adult and understanding that some things like working full time and making decent money can wait. Simply because you will spend the rest of your life working and making money, so why not jump right into college right out of high school and start maing that great money sooner. I would remind myself that the current job i have is not somewhere i would like to see myself in 10 years, not even 5 years. I would push myself to enroll into a college and continue my education well my high school education was still fresh in my head instead of waiting almost 5 years to start. I would remind myself that the most important thing that you can have in todays world is an education and that my son would eventually be asking me the questions that he does today. I would tell myself that moving out and having cool things aren't really that important and that i'll have them one day.

I would tell myself to start doing scholarships and college applications earlier in my highschool career. I would also tell myself to pay attention better in school and not worryso much about trying to have as much fun. If you werent so distracted yo c ould have been valdictorian instead of salutatorian is what I would tell myself.

I would tell myself to look into the scholarhips and not to put them off. I would tell myself to look into work study opportunities and to keep on track with my degree. I would advise myself to not put off classes necessary for my degree and to be more involved.

Well if i can go back and give some advice to a senior student it would benefit them. I would tell them about how in the beginning of the semester, to only take the courses that you can handle, dont compete with your friends or dont get discouraged that your friends are enrolled in 5 or 6 classes. Your the only one that knows where your limit stands and i would suggest taking only 4 classes will give you a good GPA at the end of each semester. Other advice would be, if you regretted joining leadership clubs/sports/etc in high school, college is your second chance. In college, there are so many different ideas, events, people, and etc. Embrace each and single day, because before you graduate, you will not regret it. College is an amazing place to have fun, meet new people and be active within your campus, but at the end of the day it all comes down to studying and preparing for your finals. Do not procrastinate with anything, do your homework first and then you will feel good the rest of the day. When finals come, group study, or go to tutoring for finals.

After recently surviving some major health issues, including a blood clot in my brain which almost killed me, I am determined to complete my college degree. I am a single mother of two lovely girls. We lost everything: My 401k and life savings is depleted; our home was is foreclosure. With disability and social security as our only income while I was unable to work, we could barely keep a roof over our heads and food on the table while keeping up with my medical bills. Now that my health is back to a manageable level, I am determined to complete my Bachelor’s degree in order to rejoin the workforce and properly support my children. My goal for many years is to pursue a Master’s in Education. If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, my advice would be not to get married so young... to stay in school and complete undergrad and gard school before starting a family. But also, I would advise to be better prepared for an emergency like the total life upheaval caused by my brain clot.

If only I could go back in time to advise my younger self on college, what would I say? You see, I graduated high school over ten years ago. I thought, as most teens do, that I was grown, mature, and had this college thing licked. This false, inflated self-perception would be my undoing. I did what I wanted, when I wanted to do it. I had been given a car and had a part-time job and was, therefore, living it up! Life was one big party away from the father who had raised me, partying with friends he would never approve of and devoting too much attention to a new girlfriend I wasn't ready for. To be honest, I didn't make it through my first semester. I hadn't attended class enough, never studied, and what work I attempted was sub-par. My high school dropout girlfriend was pregnant when we met and I decided to raise the baby, meaning my part-time job was insufficient. I would tell myself that I am too young and immature. I would tell him what he wants is wrong and counter-productive. Simply put, your father knows best!

Going to college is a big step in someones life it will take alot of hard work, dedication, and frustration. Even though it will be an emotional roller coaster due to deadlines on work not everything is work some things are fun. Remember you will normally go for a degree in something that is interesting to you so dont be shy when it comes to projects go ahead and make mistakes so you can learn from them. Use the tutorials as well even if you know the material we all learn everyday something new no matter how old we are or knowledgeable we are. Lastly dont be afraid to take an adventure from internships to group projects this will help remember experiences is what helps as well not only reading and studying.

If I could go back and talk to myself, I would tell myself to never give up when school gets hard. I would also tell myself to study harder because college is so much harder than high school. I would also tell myself to stay on top of homework because if you don't, it'll mess you up big time.

If I could travel back in time and would give advice to my self as a high school student it would be to start applying for scholarships. It is very important to start applying for scholarships in order to pay for books and school materials. Applying for scholarships is a very good way to start saving money in case you need anything for a course. Another advice would probably be do not give up and continue your studies. College might be difficult at times but later on it would be worth it. All you have to do is relax, calm down and do not stress out. Take things easy and do not rush. If possible take up to 4 courses per semester that way you will not stress out and feel over whelmed. College is extremely diffrent than high school. You will meet a lot of people be careful with who you hang out with. Some students are not a good example for you. Try to hang out with students you meet in your classes, trust me it is a big help. Try to socialize and have fun. Do not think that college is all about stress and homework.

I would tell myself to stick to one career and bring my grades up. I really don't regret anything from highschool. I had alot of fun. But I guess I would focus more on my grades if I had that chance to go back in time. I would tell myself to take my time on the accuplacer test so i would not have to take developmental courses. The last thing I would say is don't worry you'll make it.

I would say, "prepare yourself for college, read more, get more involved with the profesors and students, look ahead in your classes and do not waste your time on parties, do not sleep late"

If I could go back in time and talk to my High School senior self, I would advise myself to do the things that I did. To continue applying to the same places I did but maybe that I need to apply to more scholarships. The University of Texas at Brownsville, is affordable with financial assistance for a student who is interested in studying full time but still money is necessary. For food, for books, for gasoline if someone has a car. I cannot afford a very necessary car and I rely on the city and university buses to go around the town. I love my university and hope to continue being there until I graduate with my Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering.