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College is a breath of fresh air, you'll love it! But that doesn't mean you won't have to put in a good amount of effort to succeed. You'll have a lot of free time to socialize and have fun, but remember what your priorities are, time management is the most important task that you must master! The great thing about college that you'll love is that you can take classes that will genuinely interest you, education will be fun for once! Don't be afraid to put on a smile and introduce yourself to new people, that's what makes the college experience so precious and memorable! The people you meet here will change your life for the better, who knows, maybe you might even meet your future husband here? Lastly, don't be hesitant to ask for help, whether it be personal or academically related, everyone here is eager to help you in every way possible. Come out of your comfort zone and really enjoy college, it's the stepping stone to a greater future for you, the opportunities of being in college will be endless. Congrats!

Although senior year is stressful and the anticipation of college is intensifying, everything gets better. The sense of freedom gained in the first moments of college is a blessing and a curse. While the freedom to make your own choices can be daunting and can lead you down an unexpected path, the stress of bad decisions can be lessened once you know what you want. Think about where you want to be by your fourth year of college, visualize the opportunities you hope to take, and do not forget it. While it may take you awhile to figure out your major or what opportunities are even available, have a few goals on your college bucket list, which can help guide your four years. But be prepared to completely change your goals, because college is all about change. Be flexible in how you view these four years. When you see an opportunity that strikes even the smallest bit of interest, do not ask yourself why, but why not? You have nothing to lose except your time, which you have plenty of when starting college, so do not worry! Take advantage of what is available to you, and seize the day!

Dear Hamilton, Please be aware of the opportunities around you because you can benefit from them in so many ways whether it is academics, finances, leadership, or etc. Do not be lazy and sit around thinking that things will come to you easily; you have to work for the things you truly want, and I know you were always in displeasure when you saw the burdens your family carried. Apply for scholarships and financial aid because you will take off the financial burden off your family. They will try to help you, but you know better. Their shoulders cannot carry everything you need to pay for. Do research on majors and find topics in the world that really fascinate you. Take that into consideration and try to choose a major that will further your knowledge so you can contribute to the goodness of the world. Take initiative on leadership opportunities so that you can make more significant changes in the world. You are aware of the fairness in equality of this world, so do something about it. With every ounce of your body and heart, pour out your soul to help those less fortunate than you. Good Luck, Future You

I would tell myself to take more AP classes, learn how to read efficiently, and learn how to manage my study time well. I regret that i did not take much AP classes. AP classes really help people prepare for college courses. Also, in college, there's little to no homework. All i do is read and read, if i know how to read and study efficiently, i'll do well in the class. therefore, i would advice myself to learn how to read and understand fast. lastly, time management is the key to do well in college. I would advice myself to learn how to manage the time well so that i can spend a good amount of time for each class.

I stumbled out of the wormhole and scanned the area near me nervously. It was a strange feeling, looking for myself. I had to be around here somewhere. What would I say when I saw me? Perhaps I should tell myself to consider joining the Electronic Dance Union. Or would I enjoy being part of the student government more? Maybe I should join a fraternity. I should branch out! Meet new people! Do new things! My life could be completely different. But I like my life. I'm taking piano lessons from a UCI graduate. One of my best friends is in my classes with me. For the first time ever I've found a real interest in my major. My relationships with friends and family are better than any point in the recent past. College is about finding yourself, and I'm beginning to think that I have. Of course, nothing is perfect. Look closely enough at anything and you'll find holes, flaws, wrinkles. This is true of everything, especially certain wrinkles in the space-time continuum, which I manipulated to travel back in time. Perhaps I should tell myself to patent my time travel technique.

I would tell myself to relax in my final year of high school. Because when college starts I know I'm going to regret not going out during my Friday nights. I would tell myself to stay active in whatever I enjoy doing because college can seem very slow and relaxing. In reality, college only feels like that because of the independence given to the college students. I know that I enjoy being pampered by my parents and even my teachers so I would teach my high school self some discipline. Other than those important issues I would finally inform myself to stay dedicated, motivated, and studious for the next decade of my life is going to be the most difficult. Knowing myself my high school self may ignore what I have to say so that is when I give myself a spark of reality. I would say something along the lines of, "You are not a child anymore. Everything you do from now on affects your loved ones so start picking up responsibilities and remember that your life does not belong only to you."

Honestly, I would not change anything I did in high school and the advice I would give myself would be to keep up the good work and not to worry because I unknowingly already have the perfect career in mind. After high school, I chose to attend a community college for various reasons, where I grew as an individual and discovered that what I was most interested had a name, Psychology. Before, I just knew I was interested in the human mind. I am 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} satified with what I knew at the time because I am still headed in the right direction and I have gained experience, as well as friends along the way.

College involves alot of studying and hardwork. You can't try to do the minumum to get the good grade you want. Study hard and play hard! Find a balance; balance is key to everything. Try out everything you want and know that you can always make time for something if you want. Get involved an meet lots of new people to find where you click best. Make a plan of what you potentially want to do and find your passion. Try to study because you love what you're learning!

MAKE SURE YOU KNOW WHAT YOU WANNA MAJOR IN !!!!

As soon as you get in college plan your major and minor and if you want to double major don't be afraid take the classes, take the risk, but make a decision of what you want to do. Don't take classes to see what you are going to like, make up your mind and choose the classes that go with your major and minor. At the beginning of your college life, things are going to be hard becuase your parents are going to get divorce and your father's family will hate you for that, but always remember your dreams so you can keep going and forget about your family and just do what you want to do. Don't let the language become a barrier for not accomplishing your dreams, get the help that you need and complete that task. Do not procasinate, college is a great opportunity, a dream, so don't waste it. Get involve, don't be afraid, make new friends, be proud of yourself and don't let anybody make you feel inferior. You are a fighter, so fight for your dreams and go beyond what everybody expects from you.

Live life only for yourself. At the end of the day, you are the only one who is going to have to live with the choices and decisions that YOU make for yourself. Do not live for others. Live for yourself. Of course, take advice, be humble, pray, and make friends. But never give up on YOU, on what YOU want to do. If it's time to go, it's time to go. If it's time to stay, stay. And be positive about it. This school (University of California, Irvine) can be very boring at times, and this monotony can have a depressing effect on the students, but as long as you don't let it get to you, and as long as you keep searching for and finding more ways to entertain yourself and keep yourself interested in waking up every morning, getting out of bed, and going to school, and just living life, then you are golden. You are good to go. Make the transition as smooth as you can. Avoid drama, and learn to observe and assimilate the best qualities of those around you. Become a better person by learning from others.

I would tell myself not to fret about the tiny distinctions between each college, because in the end college is what you make of it. Wherever I end up I will be happy if I make the most out of the opportunities the campus provides me. It's up to me to look for them.

The most important advice is to "not hold back." There are so many opportunities that college offers that you have to take advantage in those 4 years of your life. Holding back would be the greatest mistake you could make because you can never go back and have those first four years of college ever again. Don't be scared to join organizations, to make friends, to put yourself out there and find an internship. At first, college is frightening and may overwhelm you, but once you get a hold of it, it will be the best four years of your life. It takes hard work and dedication to do well in college, but you also need to get involved with the school to have a full rewarding college experience. It's not all about good grades, it's also about opening up to college's opportunities and taking advantage of anything and everything out there.

If I was to go back to high school and give myself advice on college transitioning, I would say go to office hours so that your professor knows your face, even if you dont need the help still go it will help to just to know the professor. Going to tutoring would be another great advice I would take advantage of because believe it or not the kids who are passing the classes go to tutoring even though they already know it, it is just good to get the extra practice. Get involved in clubs or activities on campus because sometimes studying all day or week can get overwhelming and you need to go clear your head. I would also meet with my counselor every two weeks to just make sure I am still on the right track with graduating in time or if there are any opportunities such as interns or volunteer work that will help me with going to graduate school. Networking with classmates and orgs that come to the campus to share info about there companies. All the advices I listed would help me become a better student as entering college.

There are so many things I would like to tell myself as a High School Senior, the most important thing that I would tell myself would be very simple "Believe in yourself and keep your focus no matter what is happening." Let me explain, when I was in High School about to enter into college, my father lost his job. It was a difficult time for our family. My mom was so mad at the situation but at that time I thought she was mad at me. When I graduated and entered into college, I used college as an escape from my family life. Focusing on classes was hard to do and that led to me not doing well. The mounting pressure from home to quit won, because I didn't think I could do it, becasuse I couldn't see the ultimate goal of a good education that would open so many doors for me. Going back I would place the ultimate goal of a good education in front of me, I would not veer to the left or the right but I would put my head down and not look up until I had my diploma in hand.

I would say to organize myself and get a planner. For example, my university does not print your schedule for you so all students must know when their classes are on your own. Also, due dates are very important to remember because no one will remind you when papers or assignments are due, so always write them down! I would also say that professors literally see every student as an identification number. Some professors do not even know half of their students, so if I want to be noticed I must take the initiative and meet with the teacher myself on my own time. It is also imperative to stand out in those 300-student-filled classes because it will be necessary in the future to ask for letters of reccomendation for grad school, jobs, or anything of that nature. One more point I would make is to network with as many people as possible. You never know who you could meet that can really benefit you in the future, referring to your career, etc.

1. Be prepared to make important decisions on my own. 2. College classmates are more fun than the high school counterparts. 3. First Impressions are entirely wrong.

Michael, college is what you expect of it, but it is also very unexpecting. Go to college and you will be homesick, remember that your family will always support what you do. Don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone, you will learn a lot about yourself and will love yourself even more. Do everything you can, join clubs and meet people, because you are a very sociable person. But remember academics come first and study a lot. Being a biological sciences major at UCI is very competitive and you have to keep up with your work. Remember those dreams and goals you have for yourself, study hard and continue! Have that social aspect of your life, trust me, college is harder than you think it is, it is no Merced College!

You could begin taking courses at UCI during the summer after you graduate, so you could get a head start. Also, try not to come here with senioritis because UCI goes by the quarter system and it goes by pretty quickly. Many freshman start out slow during the Fall quarter, so try to keep up and do not fall behind in your classes. Usually, you get the hang of it during or after your first quarter. Lastly, many people do not think about this but your professors are experts in their fields. Get to know some of them because you'll be amazed at what they do and you might just get a research opportunity.

Make sure you study more than you do now. College is a lot different than high school. You actually have to manage your time well and participate in class. Don't try to make things up when you're writing your essays because the professors really care about what you have to say and what your views are towards the prompt. If you're going to dedicate your time to pursuing the major you wanted, then you have to work for it and not slack off. Good luck. College is a fun experience - don't waste it.

The addvice i would give myself about the college life would be that to turn in all paperwork on time and to keep getting good grades and it will all pay off later on when i get my degree.

Don't take for granted the amount of scholarships available to graduating seniors. Do some volunteer work and get involved with student organizations. Ask questions, get help, and study for the ACT. Make sure you're going to school for the right reasons. You must resist the urge to get coffee with friends instead of studying. Copying homework may seem like a good idea amist the chaos but, what you don't realize is that you are slowly forgetting how to do math, and at some point you won't remember the simplest equations. You'll regret this when you're paying for developmental courses. You don't know what it's like to have to go to school, work, and find study time. Federal financial aid people are like gods. They may giveth but, they may also taketh awayeth if you waste it. Your teachers, the financial aid people, and your parents cannot want your degree more than you do. If this is the case, you're setting yourself up for failure. You have to want it bad enough. Until you do, I suggest taking a semester to figure out who you really are and what makes you tick.

College is definately different than high school. It can be a challenge and you have to motivate yourself in order to do good. You can't slack off as much as you did in high school and still get by with good grades. You are on your own and responsible for yourself. There is no one making sure you go to class or do your homework. It can be fun be a little overwhelming at the same time. You should enjoy college, go out every once in a while but don't gve up on classes and let it slide because doing so can be damaging to your education.

I would tell the younger me to live life with no regrets. I would tell myself to spend less time worrying about the costs of college and the application process, and live a little. Also, I would advise myself that people change and even best friends can turn into the best of enemies, so don't let anyone get you down. Friends change and leave, and it is completely fine. New friends will enter your life, and they will impact your life in a deeper and more meaningful way than the friends who left ever could have. It is no use to cry tears over people who do not want to be a part of your life anymore. Learn to live and let go. Let go of the past, and look ahead only to the future. Trust yourself, and go with your first instincts always, because only you know your limits. And most importantly, listen to mom and dad, even when they may sound like they do not know what they are saying. Trust me, they do. And usually they are almost always right.

Try to do better at school to keep up a better GPA after high school. Do a lot more volunteer work when you can because during college there is less time for that. To save money and to try to have my goals straight before picking a degree. To not procastinate and manage my time better. I would have joined a bit more clubs and educate myself more on everything my campus had to offer.

Although I am happy that I ended up at UC Irvine, I would tell my high school self to apply to more colleges and keep my horizons open. In high school I was very focused on just getting into three schools, when I should have been exploring my options. I would also tell my high school self to not get too excited about college and hold it up on a pedistal, because there is no way my expectations would been met at any school. I would tell myself to pace myself with college classes because they are much harder than high school classes and actually require doing work. I would tell myself to be open to new experiences, and get out of the dorm more often. I would tell myself to go to more sports games and talk to more people. But, even with all that being said, I think I turned out alright for not having any of that advice. The best way to learn is through doing, and that is what freshman year is all about.

I would tell myself to get involved even more than I did and to not get a job at least the first quarter. Although it was nice having the money, it stopped me from hanging out with friends or getting to know my dormmates better. Also, it's okay to not go home a lot. You're in school to meet friends and grow, your parents and siblings will always be there, this is time for yourself.

College is not only about freedom from parents, from annoying siblings, from ex-boyfriend, or running away from past mistakes. College is the place to find one place, build a self esteem, believe that no matter what, one can achieve only the best; learn from others while setting examples for others to learn from you. College is about having A+ and F+ experiences. Those who takes A+ experiences and always keep it A+ are true life achievers. However those who take F+ experiences and bring turn them into A+ experiences are those who know how to succeed in life. A great moto for college is: Never stop believing in yourself because once you do, you end up quitting in life.

As a High school senior I was already pretty good at time management since I have always been a perfectionist but now as a college student I began to realize how important it is to use your time wisely. It is crucial to select your classes as soon as you can because once those doors open for a class many other students are also going to apply for that same class and the classes fill up real quickly. So priorities and don not lack off. From my past experience I would also suggest that during Finals/Midterms you focus on your classes and studying because that test can really screw you over. Just remember to manage your time wisely and to priorities your tasks before you face the consequences.

Since I was homeschooled a majority of my highschool career, I would tell myself to stay in public school a little while longer! Public school would have provided a lot more opportunities for me, in order to prepare for college. I would have done things such as the Tech Center, which would have provided me with college credits & training before entering the field. I also would have advised myself to take advantage of any scholarship opportunities that came my way! College is very expensive and anything would help.

If I could write a letter to Paige Rieboldt a year from today, it would've went like this; Dear Paige, Things start off tough your senior year, there are a lot of distractions and incidences that come along with growing up, but keep your chin up and work hard. You know what you need to do in order to be successful, so just stick to it. There are some things you have no control over, but your future is something you can make happen. It isn't going to be easy and not at all what you have been expecting, but do not let that get to you. You are full of motivation and college is next year, so apply for your dream schools and everything will work out in the end. Basically, just do not let the things you cannot control bring you down. Your future is bright, you just have to take the steps to get there, so go ahead, take that first step. Take the SAT's and the ACT's and do not let any hard classes stump you. I believe in you. Sincerely, Me

Although college is often described as the time to branch out and explore new opportunities, I believe that students should begin this during high school. During my high school years, I spent the majority of my time in the theatre, which limited my friends, my opportunities, and my activities. Therefore, I would tell my high school self to get out of the theatre and try to find other things of interest. Personally, I believe that starting "the age of self-exploration" in high school would have made the transition to college much easier; I would feel much less uncomfortable to branch out and conversations would be much more diverse.

Dearest Paula, Enjoy your senior year! Stay away from any drama and stick to your true friends, the ones that will still be there in college. As for college itself, remember to keep an open mind! Don't be afraid to try new things [like going to the gym for freshman 15]. Don't be shy! Take a risk and initiate the conversation. Not only will you become friends with fellow students who can help with school, but you'll also make companions that may last a lifetime! Don't be afraid of rejection from people, just go out there and be yourself! On the note of rejection, again, try new things! You might not like it at first, or may it's too farfetched, but just give everything a chance. Who knows, maybe you'll end up being extremely involved in a Vietnamese Catholic group or even play in a basketball tournament [hint hint]! Apart from those, remember to focus on your studies. Don't don't procrastinate, like you always do. Procrastination isn't allowed and it will destroy you! Keep on top of your work and you're academics shall be great! Sincerely, Your future-self

Relax and take it easy. I know it sounds simple and many people did give me this same advice, but I would forewarn my high school self that there is no fun nor wisdom in rushing. College has to be a whole experience and not just a phase that you need to get through. Take your time and enjoy your classes. You know you love to learn so take your time and go the extra mile by learning beyond the classroom. Network with your teachers and form friendships with them. It's not high school anymore. You don't have to be in that kind of relationship with your professors that you are used to in high school. In fact, go visit them in their office hours. Ask them questions. Don't forget to tell them how much you appreciate them (if you did enjoy them as teachers). Take classes to learn and not just to earn credits so you can be closer to getting your degree. Obviously, you're there to eventually earn that degree, but make sure that your goal is to learn-about your subject and about yourself. So, relax and take it easy, mate!

Put yourself out there. There is more to life than being behind a textbook all the time. The most valuable information is achieved outside the classroom. Also, if the class is harder, but the professor is inspirational, take it. Challenge yourself is better than making excuses for yourself. Understanding the concepts are more important than achieving a high grade. Some people receive A's but they still don't get it. The best advice I received from a professor and would like to pass on is: "Don't believe what I say." Don't take everything you hear as truth. The only truth you will ever find is through your own eyes, not through your ears or the spoken words of others. You will not like everybody you meet; never hold expectations for others or else you will be let down. The only person you can trust the most is yourself. Own that, and live it.

Don't stress as much over high school grades and be prepared to somewhat lower your academic standards if you play D1 athletics like I do. It's okay to get a B.

I'm a college freshman and recently completed my first quarter at the University of California, Irvine. On a campus dominated by Californians, I am one of the few out-of-state students enrolled here, and even though my home in Oregon is only a plane ride away, I spent much of last summer thinking about the hundreds of miles that separated me from my future classmates. Something was bothering me, something that everyone has been anxious about at some point in their lives—I was worried about fitting in. Somehow, I thought I would be an alien in the eyes of my peers, unable to relate to or make friends with them because of our different backgrounds. Upon moving into my dorm in September, I quickly discovered just how ridiculous my fears had been. Everyone I met was experiencing college for the first time. Everyone wanted to be accepted, just like me. Throughout my first months of college, I have been constantly reminded of an important truth: We are all more alike than we are different, even if some of us grew up on the sunny beaches of California and others on the rainy Oregon coast.

A student going from high school to college might not be aware of how much he or she will intellectually grow from the college education. As being a freshman in college, I say that college has given me a direction towards my career in the future. My high school world was very limited—surrounded by many rumors about how the actual professional world is. The college, on the other hand, exposed me to the reality which is to learn and apply the textual knowledge in the real life situations. When I was in high school, I barely had an idea of science profession that I’m interested in. For example, in high school, I thought studying biology could only lead to become doctor. The college exposed me to the variety of pathways that I could take after I graduate with the degree in bachelor’s of science in biology. Currently, I’m happily pursuing a major in biological science with a goal of researching and getting into a medical school in the future.

During my short time so far at UCI, I have learned that what I thought was the major for me, Biological Sciences, actually was one of the worst majors I could have taken. Now I am trying to figure out what direction I want to go in for my new major, and my school has been really helpful. I am taking classes in various subject areas and I have spoken to counselors about different options that I could have. I have learned who my real friends are, because those that really care about you will stick with you when times are tough. My experiences at UCI have been extremely valuable because I am learning who I am as a person, and the classes and professors that I have taken have been invaluble to me. Thanks to UCI I am figuring out who I am instead of who my parents want me to be.

One thing that I've learned and that I've always told my peers and incoming freshmen is simply to get involved. The school's responsibility is to provide resources, clubs, activities- but it's up to the student to attend and get involved. Putting myself out there and stepping out of my comfort zone is probably the most valuable thing I've learned and will carry with me for the rest of my life. Many students at UCI unite to get students involved, but again, it's still up to the student. From my experience, I not only got involved and recieved many different opportunities to promote my academic success and enhance my social life, I also learned how to be independent and responsible. I learned t hat everything I learn in a college setting isn't just the teacher telling the student exactly what he or she needs to do. They must have to aspire to learn and acquire the knowledge that is given to them. It was a challenge for me to really take the responsibility as a student to put in my 110{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} to do well in classes, but I managed to challenge myself and succeed.

I have learned to be more independent and bold and to not let anything stop me. If I want something I should go after it and do whatever it takes to achieve it. I have learned to be very open minded and accepting of different people and ideas. The education is ver valuable and I have learned so much in my major and it makes me excited to learn more about the world.

College has been valuable to me because I've learned new things about what I want to do in life. I want to make video games, and though I’ve only just recently started attending the Art Institute of Seattle, I have learned things I never even dreamed were possible. Things like how to model images in three dimensions using a software called Maya, the techniques of camera angles to make an animation or game more dynamic and engaging, how to differentiate and even draw in all three perspectives, and use the tools of the trade like triangles and T-Squares. However, attending the Art Institute of Seattle hasn’t just been an irreplaceable experience because of the knowledge I’ve gained, it is important because of the people I’ve met and the connections I have made and will continue to make for the duration of my stay. All the teachers at this school are my seniors in the work field. They are people in the industry and they know people in the industry. By knowing these men and women and learning from them, I have a network of resources that will benefit my career when it finally launches.

From my college experience, I've learned that to earn strait As in college, you have to do more work than your professors tell you to do, and enjoy doing it. You also have to give the professors what they want no matter what, despite your own veiws or normal methods of doing assignments (which, sometimes, may simply be being lazy). I've learned that even with full ride scholarships, it is impossible to live on campus without forking over your own money. I have also learned that everything costs money; when you lose you pencil, you have to buy a new one; when you take a test, you have to purchase scantrons; to meet with a professor, you sometimes have to treat them to coffee! All of this has been valuable, though, for attending college has given me my first taste of real life and what effort it requires. Plus, as my challenges force me to act in ways that I never would've imagined acting, my faith and love for the lord has only grown stronger, for never before had he shown me that without him and his mercy, I would not be as successful as I am.

I have not attended yet, but hopefully will be in Janurary 2011. I hope to better my education for myself and my daughter so that way we will be able to live the lives we both deserve. In this economy it is very important to have a college education to be able to survive. Thank you

People say that, in college, you have to study something you’re interested in. I kind of always ignored that. In high school, I’ve been able to do well in every subject thrown at me. Of course, I had to work hard, but I’ve always been able to have it sink into my brain. So going into college, I thought that I can just fall under any major and just, somehow, miraculously do well, because..well..I always have. So I jumped into Biology when I entered UCI, just so I have a major. I thought that I would do well. I just finished my first quarter of school, and I was miserable in Biology. It was boring and did not interest me at all. The material did not sink in and I just HATED it. Then I realized that what everyone said about choosing something you’re passionate about applies to everybody. I didn’t know what I wanted to be, going into college, then I realized, college is exactly the place to find out.

Since I am only a college freshmen, there is more to come in my college life. However, in this past quarter, I have learned to manage time. In addition, I have also learned that it is the individual that chooses to study. There is no one constantly watching over you or telling you that you have to achieve something. My aspirations influence me to succeed and make my self useful to the world. Therefore, I have confirmed with myself to attend all the lectures and discussions so that later in life I do not regret my decisions. Also, in this past quarter I have come to believe that, unlike high school, hard work along with intelligence will get me through college successfully. I have to work hard and really achieve what I want in life. Watching other students, I have also come to realize that time is precious, use it or consider it gone.

The most valuable thing I've gotten out of my college experience so far is just learning to be more independent. Being away from home and being on my own has given me so much opportunity to grow as an individual and continue to the next chapter of my life. I have control over my own schedule. I choose when I sleep, when I eat, and when I go to class. Also, I feel like I'm actually taking steps toward my future. I feel like I'm making progress toward what I want to be doing for the rest of my life, performing. Being at college has opened so many doors for me such as networking with people who are already in the business, learning new audition techniques that work in my favor, and gaining confidence when walking into a room with complete strangers who hold your future in the palm of their hands. I feel that attending college has put me in control of my life. I can't stay a dependent child forever, I need to get out there and show the world what I've got to give. And that's what I'm doing.

Ever since I entered college as a freshmen I was nervous just like anyone else would be. I remember going into my first mathematics class and honestly I was a bit overwhelmed by the amount of students. As the quarter went by I realized how different college was in comparison to highschool; everyone was so concentrated in their studies and took everything seriously. I was glad I had come across people like this in college because they are the one's who motivated me whenever I felt pessimistic. College made me realize my interests in the mathermatics field; however, not only in the mathermatics field also in the art field. Now that I have found my interests I am now in the proccess of finding a combination of art and mathematics; the closest career path that I have come across with that involves art and math is architecture. Honestly, I do see myself doing something sometihng in the architecture field. I know that I have finally found what I truly have a passion for, I realized I don't have to be good at what I love just as long as I enjoy it and stay happy with it.

College is an entirely different world compared to high school. We are all at liberty to do whatever we want, whenever we want. I think the most important thing to take away from college is the ability to discipline yourself in any situation. I have experienced so many things and have met so many different kinds of people at UCI; everything that I learn here will help me in life after college.

My experience in school has taught me that education and knowledge is power. When I first starting taking Human Anatomy I already had a mindset of it being a hard class to pass. It was a difficult class but I took good notes, listened carefully to the instructor, asked questions, kept up with assignments in my monthly planner, and even read every required chapter reading. While I took this class it taught me that I could accomplish anything once I put my mind to it. If i give it my all it can be done. At first I thought i would never like science but this class has completely changed my mind. Right now i am going to further my education and pursue a degree in Health Information Management. I hope to someday work with medial records and move to a bigger city where there may be a higher demand or more opportunities for this career. My college experience has been valuable to me because I now know if i put forth the effort and study hard i can and will be successful. I plan to go as far and beyond as my education will take me.