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Being from Dallas, Tx a new state and city opens many new oppurtunities and you meet new people. The experience a person gets when away from their hometown is bitter-sweet but all worth it for your education. Here I plan to make new connections and keep those throughout my life.

I have gotten many things already out of college. I am a freshman at the University of Arkansas, and I have learned so much. I didn't realize that there were so many different kinds of smart and unique people all around. I have made friends that I know will be around for a long time. The higher level of education here is great. In high school, there are people who don't care and blow it off like it's not important. On the other hand, at college, people actually care about their work and participate in class. I love college so far, and hope to learn many more things as I continue my college career.

Out of my college experience I have gotten to met some awesome people and take so really fun clases. The teachers are really nice and talking to them is really easy, so going to office hours isn't stressful. I always know I can go ask or e-mail my teachers for help about something. Asking for help to study for a test is easy because everyone is really nice and finding someone who is taking that class or has taken that class who is willing to help is super easy.

friends and connections! the dorm first year experience is definitely the way to go

In college I have learned that life is all about balance. For the past two years I have been a full time student and work over twenty hours a week. It is good practice to work while going to school for the future, because I will be working for the rest of my life. This also teaches me how to be smart financially and manage to stay focused on school works, but all work and no play seems like a boring life. However, there are twenty four hours in a day. I still managed to keep up with my social life and give back to my community. I hold a biweekly youth event for my church. My faith is still aligned and I am still the life of the party.

i have learned how to balance my time wisely, and pick out my priorities.

My college experience has given me friends for life, leadership experience, and the knowledge that I'm stronger than I thought I was. Attending college has become a requirement for those who wish to excell in any career; therefore, my college experience will enable me to further my professional career. However, the value of attending the University of Arkansas extends beyond merely a degree, it has given me valuable friends, life skills, and networking connections.

The most valuable thing I have gotten from college is that I do not know everything. There's a reason why I'm in school; to learn. And I have learned patience, endurance, and perserverence. Some teachers don't care about what you want to learn, rather than what they want to teach. But these are life lessons that were necessary to learn.

Students need to be aware not only of the situation at hand but also of the precedent set for future situations. I believe that a person cannot be truly successful with a mentality that every individual should only worry about themselves and in the end things will work out for the best. Being here at the University of Arkansas-Fayetteville, I have been strongly encouraged to take the chances, reach out to the unknown and never give up. My advisor has given me some of the greatest insights to use now and in the future. Life on this college campus has brought me a social and academic drive that will carry me through a successful career and life. Community involvement is strongly supported here. Community service is a crucial part of a well-rounded education. I feel participating in community service prepares a student to be productive members of society by allowing respect and appreciation for others and their surrounds. If I were to apply for college tomorrow the University of Arkansas would be my first choice. I feel honored to be an Arkansas Razorback.

One word that would sum up my college experience would be "maturity". While this is my 4th year of college, I need to attend an additional year to complete my major. During these four years I have experienced many trials. You have to learn time management, money management, dating issues, study habits, and how to handle social issues. Deciding the path you take in college is very confusing. You no longer have your parents there to guide you. The first year of college is the hardest because there are not many 18 year olds that know what they want to do when they grow up and you have freedom you never experienced. I feel I have matured during my college experience. I have made some mistakes I wish I could do over but, through those mistakes, I have matured. You learn to handle difficult situation and how to relate to people you have never had to deal with. Life is not easy and college is a great place to learn this lesson before you head into the real world where you are responsible for yourself and, hopefully, one day a family.

High school seniors are a difficult audience to make any kind of lesson actually stick longer than the bare necessity so in short I would stress the beauty of the chance you are given in college and to not squander it. Besides classes you literally are free to do whatever whenever, and while this new found freedom is wonderful it can also be wasted quite easily. Whatever you are passionate about find others who share that passion and simply do it. Whether it be sports, music, or any other activity I can guarantee there is a club or place for you at any university. By merely having something to do outside the dorm you will find a new world outside the comfort of home. College is a reset button on life and you can become or do whatever you wish, and drop whatever bad habits you have and pick up new good ones. Oppurtunities like college literally only come once in a lifetime, and to become proactive in making you the best possible you is the one piece of advice I would try to leave with a high school senior.

If I could go back in time to talk to my high school self, I would start by saying, "Get off facebook, it's time to put your big girl pants on and get to work!" I would clear myself of all preconcieved notions that college is easy because your parents and high school teachers aren't there to scold you when you put a toe out of line. I remember thinking that I didn't have to go to class because most teacher wouldn't take attendance. In fact, its these things that make college harder. You have to set a goal, and meet it on your own terms, without anyone's help. I would remind myself that one must work hard to realize their goals because nobody else is going to do the work for you.

Well, college is tough. If I were able to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would definitely encourage myself to take more college level courses. It would have given me a better idea of the course load, as well as more college credits to transfer in. Other than the intense course load, college also gives you more freedom. I probably would have told myself back in high school to appreciate my mothers concern a little more. As a high school senior, I wanted the freedom that was soon to come as a college freshman, but of course my parents didn't agree. I fought them on that subject probably all year long. If I were to go back, I would tell myself to lay off a little, because in reality, they were right. Going away to college has changed my life in so many ways. If I were to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to enjoy my last year of high school, and really take in everything I had learned, for I would definitely need those lessons in the future.

The most important advice that anyone can utilize is based entirely on finances. It is easy to get caught up in the social life on campus, and with that comes increased costs of living. Ensuring that the student maintains financial security and stability will enable the student to focus entirely on academcs without having the fear of needing to drop out of college due to poor fiscal management. Stay away from credit cards, or if one is needed, pay off the balance every month by subtracting it from your ledger balance in your checkbook. Create a budget that shows you how much money you will need for bills, such as food, gas, rent, and cell phone, and how much money you will have left over as spending money. It is also wise to place a little bit of money in a savings account just in case the car breaks down or another financial problem comes into play. Of all that financial talk, though, some of the key things to remember about college is to always take time to study for class, meet people from around the world, and never stop smiling. You never know who is looking your way.

If I were able to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would say not to hesitate to introduce yourself or to network. There are so many opportunities to meet new people who could not only become life long friends but useful people to reference when finding a job after college. I would also say be sure to get involved in some kind of activity or organization on campus because it's a great way to be a part of something bigger than you. Joining a group is also a lot of times a good way to do something for your community because these groups often times do volunteer work. In addition to these things I would tell myself not to be afraid to ask questions or to take advantage to the resources available to you on campus. Also you can get so much more by remembering simple things like manners! People appreciate it when you are polite and curteous. The last piece of advice I would give myself would be to have fun in all that you do, but at the end of the day remember why you are here, to learn.

As I graduated from high school and began my first semester of college as a "big girl", my world as i knew it got shaken up like a snowglobe. There are so many new experiences available away from parents when you're at college, both good and bad, and you really discover who you are and what you're about. If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior today, there are four main things i would advise myself to do. 1) Be open to new experiences that aren't against your values. I made mistakes such as having sex despite my religious values to stay pure. College is about finding more of yourself, not losing it. 2) Take a step outside your comfort box. You might not be very outgoing, but by starting with a simple "hi" to the girl next door could spark a lifetime friendship. 3) Chase after your dreams, no matter their size. The things you can accomplish in college are limitless because you are surrounded by so many people with talents and dreams as well. 4) Go to class...even those early 7:30 a.m. classes. It pays off.

To make sure that I wouldn't get nervous about the situation. Keep a calm and collected mind throughout college. Stay positive and keep my head up. Take any opportunities given to me. Always stay focus no matter how many distractions and set backs there may be. Keep pushing towards my goal. Don't give in to peer pressure, just because they do it doesn't mean that I have to do it just to fit in. Try not to take things too seriously. The goal in college is to get my education, but at the same time I want to have a little fun as well. So think of my new college life as an experience that I will never forget. The main and important thing for me is to be happy. It was my dream to be successful and make it to college. And now i finally get to have that chance. I can't wait to I graduate. It's going to be awesome!

By definition, a renaissance is a re-birth and college has been this to me. it is an opportunity to start over with a clean slate. This new-found freedom is an opportunity to reinvent yourself. For the first eighteen years of your life, your parents have guided you to develop into a well-rounded person and now you have the ability to apply those habits defining your own identity. So when the girls down the hall are having movie night, or the guys from your bio class are having a pick-up game of soccer, say yes to their open invitation and use it as an opportunity to make memories and maybe even life-long friends. They say you make some of the best friends of your life in college and I believe it. Residence halls are the most phenomenal experience. There is no comparison to having hundreds of friends at your fingertips to study with, confide in, and laugh with. College will change your life in so many ways, just make sure you aren't too scared to get involved in new things and really take advantage of the renaissance it is capable of creating inside of you.

My parents, coaches and teachers all tried to prepare me for adulthood. I'd tell myself, "Listen to the people who have the strongest influences on your life. There is a reason, they have made an impact on you." However, at the time, it probably would have gone in one ear and out the other. The arrogance and tenacity I had as a high school senior could only be humbled by my first year of college. Growing up in "the bubble" of Southlake, Texas has it's ups and downs. If you are in the bubble, life can be as perfect as Lake Tahoe at dawn. But once outside the bubble, the blinders and bliss of ignorance that help you sleep at night disappear. There is a real world to be seen and heard. Nothing could have prepared me for the drastic transformation I have made in the last 4 years. No words or advice could replace the profound experiences and mistakes that have lead me to who I am today. Quoting composer John Powell, "The only real mistake is the one from which we learn nothing."

Assuming I could return to high school and advise myself on my future in college, these are some points I would stress for success: - Take nothing for granted - Enroll in as many higher-level, advanced and AP classes you can to prepare yourself - Don't get in the habit of procrastinating - Relish your last year of high school for it's memories and special friendships you have had all your life - Get in a routine of getting up and accomplishing tasks daily - Make each day count toward your future - Tell your teachers how important they have been to your success and thank them - Volunteer to help at school, in the community and church - Tell your parents, siblings, and family thanks for making you who you the success you are today - Look forward to college as the next milestone in your life, not your escape route I believe if I had know how important all of the above points are to my success as a college student that I would indeed be a more successful college graduate.

If I could to go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to simply stay calm. Life is full of changes, and the transition into college is one of the larger ones one must go through. And yet, if one keeps a level head and keeps his mind focused on a goal, this transition becomes simple indeed. I would also tell my younger self that the difficulty level of college classes is nothing to worry about, that they are not very different than the many Advanced Placement classes I had taken. They were designed to prepare me for college and to earn some college credit along the way, and they had done their job admirably. Most importantly, one always needs to keep in mind that when taking college classes, he needs to always stay one step ahead of the classes. Falling behind is one of the worst possible things to do, it is exponentially harder to recover from such a lapse in college than in high school. Keep a daily planner and always update it with new assignments. If one can stay ahead of the class, then the credit has already been earned.

If I could go back in time, I'd tell myself to consider more options. Don't settle. I would say that chosing the first college to come to your head when your mom asks you to make the decision isn't the best choice. I'd tell me to visit college campuses more than once. Also, don't rule out any college based on price. I'd tell myself not to let my parents pay $3000 dollars in order for that company to "find you scholarships to pay for your college completely." Truth is, it won't work. I'd also remind myself that life goes on after stressfull decisions. Actually, I'd say not to waist time being stressed. I'd let myself know that the college experience, no matter where you go, isn't always good. It will be tough the first month or so. You will feel like you are completely alone, even if you know people. Girl, everyone else feels the same way. Just remember that it will get better. Plug into the programs right away, get involved. You will find your place, I promise.

The transition to college can be one of the most scary, and wonderful things you will ever go through. First, do not be scared. Learning the ropes of living on your own can be daunting. My advice would be to take a deep breath, and keep forging ahead, worrying about one day at a time. College can be one of the most wonderful things if you allow it to be. Find friends, and stick with them. This will be the time when you learn who you are, and what you believe. Do not be scare to try. My final tidbit of advice is simply never give up. There will be days when you think that nothing can get worse, and invariably it does. Do not give up. Keep forging ahead, keeping your eyes on the prize. The payout of believing in yourself will be greater than you can even imagine.

I would advise myself to study more often, work together with more people, and take advantage of the financial assistance that was offered through scholarships, local grants, and other financial opportunities.

I would advise myself to work on building good study habits, sticking with a budget, work hard, and it is okay to change your mind, but go at whatever is you want 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c}.

I would tell myself that in high school you have teachers. In college, you have professors. In high school your teachers teach you. In college, your professors guide you. You have to learn things on your own in most cases. A professor once told me, "I'm not here to teach you, you're here to learn." It opened my eyes. It's something that most be realized. Everyone tells you, "College is not high school," but they don't tell you the difference. That is the difference. Professors do their best to tell you WHAT to learn. HOW you learn it, and to what extent, is entirely up to you. Good luck.

As a senior, I thought I had it all figured out...college couldn't scare me. But if I could go back, I would have so much to say. I often find myself pulling the cliche "trust me, I know" to my friends that are still in highschool. I would tell of the amazing, but dangerous amount of freedom. It is so easy to get wrapped up in how much freedom and time you have on assignments, and therefore tend to procrastinate. I would say, a planner will be your best friend! I would tell myself how wonderful it is to be free from the conformity of highschool, you meet all kinds of unique individuals...each with something to teach you. The best and worst part is that you are completely accountable for your sucess or failure. College is what you make it. You can slide by with laziness or you can choose to truly challenge yourself and learn lessons in life as well as your major. Refuse to be lazy! College can teach you how to function in society and truly shape who you want to be, if you let it.

Going through highschool i thought it was just a breeze, doing my homework, taking tests once in a while. By the time senior year came around i had become lazy and would just study the night before, typical senior. I graduated with a 4.0 so i was very proud of myself and felt accomplished. Coming to the University Of Arkansas was my next challenge, and i wished i would have prepared myself just a little more. I would have gone back in time and told myself to keep up with my studies so i am prepared. I struggled for the first couple weeks of my fall 2009 semester because i had become too confident of myself, and now im back into the swing of things. The other thing i would have told myself would have been to also prepare for how independant i will have to be, because in college mom and dad are not there to do your laundry and other things. Those are the two main things i would have told myself if i were able to go back in time.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I'm not sure if I would have much advice for myself. Most of the things I've learned since then have been from experience; I probably wouldn't have learned it if I'd been told. But, having said that, if I could speak to myself as a high school senior, I would give myself a pep talk. "You can do it," I would say. "Stop worrying. Take charge. Have confidence in yourself. Be a self-starter. Learn everything you can, not just what they teach you in class. If you set your mind to it, there is nothing that you cannot do."

if i could go back and change some things i did as a senior, i would definately tell myself to keep focused and study immensely. i learned that if you do not study and just blow off school just because it is your senior year, you jeopardize your chances of getting into a good college and having a career that will keep you stable in this badly stricken economy.

First i would tell myself to go to the university of Arkansas. back in high school i didnt really know where i wanted to go. next i would say college life is awesome! i have so much free time to do whatever i want. i dont have any parents tell me to do this or do that, and even though they can be hard sometimes i missed them the first week of college and also to call them offen. they really enjoy hearing from you and it means so much to them. also i would tell myself to bring some warmer clothes. it can get really cold in Arkansas and you will need it. last thing is to just enjoy it to the fullest. it goes by really fast.

If I were to go back to my high school self I would be sure to tell myself to take advantage of every scholarship/grant opportunity offered. College is expensive! Also, I would tell myself to learn how to manage my time and stress better. High school is stressful but college is even more so because you are on your own. Finally, I would tell myself to relax and to not take every little thing seriously. Sometimes bad or unforseen things happen and there is nothing we can do about it. So in turn we have to live and let go.

As a senior in high school I really wanted to move on to a four year university. Instead I ended up at a two year community college about 5 minutes away from my house. It wasn't my idea of the college experience. Looking back though I didn't accept community college for what it was. I didn't take the opprotunity to create those lasting relationships that college has to offer. If I was to do it all over I would have cherished my time at home and embraced the opprotunity that was before me. I also took for granted the chance to make sure the courses I was taking in community college would transfer the the University of Arkansas. I was able to fix those mistakes because of hard work, but much of that hard work could have been avoided if I had taken the time to understand the requirements needed for my degree. In the end, I believe we can all learn something from our past, but what really matters is how we use it to facilitate our future.

Search for more scholarships! Don't rely on advisors to get you out on time! Decide a major quickly! Get more involved! Study harder! Meet more people!

Don't delay too long in making the decision to come to college. Don't let your pride get in the way of what I belive to be a dire situation in the working class; there will be very few jobs in the U.S. that would provide you living that will support a family without the education backing you up. I would tell myself not to change a bit and that people like us are made for college. Never underestimate yourself, stay true with your musician ship, and keep the people looking at you. Use the talents that make high school a small challenge and apply them where the challenge is extreme and at this point I can guarantee at least early success and signs of academic dominance.

High school is easy. Everyone knows that. However, it's not about just getting by in high school; it's about preparing for college and developing the tools you'll need to get your education and degree. Even if you know what's on the test and it's going to be easy, it doesn't mean you shouldn't study. Studying is a habit you have to develop and it's better to work on that habit beforehand rather than in college where you have more to worry about than just knowing how to prepare for exams. If you're just learning how to study in college, chances are it's too late and you'll pay for it. So take high school seriously, even if nobody else does... that way you can laugh at all your friends failing your freshmen year because they never knew how to pick up a book.

My advice would be to start school imediately and follow through, because being a single mom with no college degree I can't get a job. Good luck

College may seem like all fun and games, but it is not! Just because you have more freedom now than you have ever had before does not mean you can go party every night. You have to grow up. I know that it is a lot to ask an 18 year old, but if you do not you will be in for a tough semester. You cannot just think that it your first semester and you have plenty of time to bring your GPA up. Your grades are stuck with you for life. Not only do you need to start off right, but you need to develop good study habits while you are still in high school. Take good notes in class and review them when you get home. Reviewing your notes within 24 hours is the best way to remember your material. Do not wait till the night before to cram for the test. If you look over your notes each day, and prepare for your test in advance you will do great. Remember, if you start off right and develop good study habits, you should have no problem with your college transition.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior the first and most important thing I would tell myself is not to procrastinate. Now that I am in college, wasting time has become a bad habbit of mine. Secondly, I would say, self, you have to stay focused on the goal of succeeding. Do not go out chasing girls beause the last thing you want is to be an undergrad father. Have great time management so that all work can be done in a timely manner. Most deffinately do not go out parting all night every night, which I don't do but, I am sure it's not good for the health. Lastly I would humorously tell myself to make sure I have loads of money saved up because college is one of the most expensive things in life period. In conclusion, these are the things I would tell myself if I could go back in time to the high school days.

I would tell myself to firstly get on that ACT one more time. Also to apply for scholarships. More than i did. Make sure to also find out what i needed to do for the army to pay for my college. College is going to the funnest thing that i was going to do. Less drama and a lot better friends. More freedom to do what you want, classwise and outside of classes. The classes themselves are all fairly easy depending on what you may already know. Most of the professors are very laid back and though they seem like they dont care if you pass or not, but if you take the time to contact and ask for help they will care. The food is decent, but the atheletics program is one of the best.

You just broke up with your girl friend and you are going to be hurting for a while. Don't let thoughts of home hold you down. Keep learning. Your family will always ne behind you.

Past self, do not put off reading for your classes. To be prepared for class is one of the most helpful tips I have learned. Also, skipping class is not for cool kids, despite what they say. These two small hints will make you a much more successful student and they really are not that difficult to incorporate into your schedule.

Just because you're taking simple classes in college, in order to get basic courses out of the way, it doesn't mean you should slack off. You need to be more focused on your college education that social time, even if that means going to a college in a different state because it better suites your degree.

I would have embraced every opportunity I could. I would have searched and searched for free money for school. In addition, I would have worked constantly and volunteered more.

Figure out what you enjoy doing the most. What excites you? Build on that in school. Choose your own coarse according to those feelings. This will only help you to obtain a degree in something you'll appreciate and enjoy for the rest of your life. Stay focused and study your coarsework. The better you do, the quicker you'll get out and begin to enjoy the perks of living a grown-up life. You aren't going to miss-out on anything...trust me. You can party later and have much more fun in a responsible manner.

If you are a procrastenator and do all of your homework/studying at the last min. Try to break that habit, and start to work on homework, and study alittle at a time untill it is due. Also the reason people freak out about finals is because they slack off during the semister (poor grades, not attending class, etc...) now their trying to pull off 1 good grade to pass. College is not easy like highschool. try hard and you'll end up learning material, and skills for life!

If I got the chance to go back and talk to myself as a high school senior I would probably tell myself to do everything the same. Keep studying, reading insanely and stressing out when needed to stay on top of things. And probably to keep on juggling as well, to prepare for the future juggling club I would be an officer in. Also, to remember to take in every relationship and all the knowledge possible because the people you meet along the way will stay with you for the rest of your life and whether bad or good, the experience will help you grow as a person.

To go back in time and be able to tell myself about college life, that would be a great benefit. I would defiantly have to make sure to stress the importance of taking the required classes for a four year college whether I was going to attend or not. There were many grants and scholarships that I missed out on due to the fact I did not sign up for all the classes. I would most defiantly want to stress the importance of having your transcript in your hands by the time you graduate; it is more difficult to get it later. And last and certainly the most important, I would make sure to push on an earlier start date. I attempted the extended vacation between the transactions and found it more of a struggle to re-attend then it was to jump right into the next. Going back and being able to tell myself these things would have been wonderful. Plus while I was there traveling through time, I am sure I would have let myself in on little other facts of life.

I would tell myself to make sure I was ready to attend college, to stay focused on my grades not on a social life. College can be overwhelming and it is important to take it one day at atime and sometimes one classs at a time, Its will be worth it in the end!

Try to be more active the community. I wouldve in highschool, but i couldnt cause of the job i had.