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Save as many quarters as you can. They come in handy as emergnecy money. Don't slack in your classes just because it's your senior year. The work might be super easy but you still have to do it. Keep your friends close and don't let petty drama come between you. You only have them for so much longer after all. Also, take lots of pictures because they're usually of the best memories you'll have. When it comes to transitioning to college, don't panic. It's easier than it seems. Once all the annoying paper work is over it's smooth sailing from then and all you'll have to worry about is what color you want your bed spread to be.

Stay away from waking up too early. Take better care of yourself. Be prompt and organized.

Stephanie, as you embark on your college experience I have a few words of wisdom. Firstly, time management... While it's easy to get side tracked with the new found freedoms living on your own has to offer, school has to come first. If you get lazy and your grades suffer... it will be abundantly harder to get accepted to the graduate school of your choice. Believe me, grades are everything. If you manage your time properly, check out the schools clubs, meet new people, experience as many new things as possible. Be proactive and make an effort to meet your teachers during office hours, ask questions and ask for advice. Not only will that help you with your grades but when graduation comes, those teachers will be willing to write thorough letters of reccomendation! Lastly, ENJOY your time in college, it goes by faster than you think.

I would tell myself to study hard and to get myself out there as much as possible. I should have focused on my GPA a lot more than what I did. I didn't realize by having a great GPA I could have gotten a lot more scholarships during high school than what I did. Also, I would have pushed myself to dual enroll so that I could have gone to college for free for my first couple semesters of college. Now that I am "grown up" I am struggling to figure out a way to pay for school. Since it is so hard to have a full time job and to be a full time student, I am in need of funds for school. I hope you will consider me to be your scholarship recipient.

Hello, This is your college senior self. I want to tell you that you are embarking a journey of life that will impact your future. However, this period of your life is more than getting high grades and preparing for a career (although it is important so don't neglect doing your work!). It is about enjoying life, making friends, and creating memories. So don't get busy with only schoolwork and your jobs. Instead, go have fun! Join different extracurricular activities, student clubs, and school events. The next four years of your life is a special time so go make wonderful memories. Let this quote become your motivation. "It’s better to look back on life and say, “I can’t believe I did that,” than to look back and say, “I wish I did that.” Don't finish college and have regrets. Make sure that on graduation you feel a sense of satisfaction because you did everything you wanted to do! This is the time to enjoy life so live life without regrets!!!

If I could go back in time to talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell that me quite a few things. First of all, take college a little more seriously. Even though high school came easily to you, college is a completely new world where you can't do what you used to do and expect the same results. Your classes and studying should always come first and they will require a whole new level of commitment. Second, everything else is small and won't matter in the long run so don't let it stress you out. What matters now is school and doing well so you can achieve your ultimate goals. Third, you can have a social life and still be a great student but your social life shouldn't be your main focus. Lastly, don't worry about what others think; if they care about you they will be supportive and those who aren't supportive don't have your best interest in mind.

I want to advise you not to attend nursing school; you are not comfortable with many of the things required by nurses. Instead you should go for a medical laboratory sciences degree. Eventually you’ll be a single mother and have a beautiful, intelligent little girl just like yourself. Having her is the best decision I’ve made; however, I regret making the wrong career choice. I am struggling financially and school requires a great deal of my time, and it’s not fair to her. Also, I want to advise you that I struggled with chemistry. I started failing and dropped it on two separate occasions. Valencia College doesn’t have good chemistry teachers. For Chemistry I & II, you’ll need to go to Lake Sumter and take Dr. Katie Roles, and for Organic Chemistry I & II, you will need to go to Seminole State and take them with Professor Debra Mead. They are both very intelligent and know chemistry very well, however, the material is very difficult and you’ll have to put forth a great deal of effort to make the A’s that you’ll receive. Once you pass chemistry the worst is over. Good luck!

I would tell myself that life is very hard without direction, without continuing education, and that high school is not the end for you. Figure out what you are passionate about and pursue it. Nothing good in life comes without some real work. Your scope of life is limited right now, but will be greatly expanded in the years to come. I know you've never been driven to or really influenced to attend college of any kind at all, but you'll learn through much strife and trials a many that it was more than just the right choice. It was the only choice for you to be a successful and well rounded person. I scraped my way through life for the past 9 years before attending The Vet Tech Institute of Houston. But you wont have to if you create a goal for yourself and go after it. I don't regret those years because they formed me into the ne'er back down person I am today. I've got a challenge in front of me, and I welcome it. You can be great if you try.

Given this oppurtunity, I would tell my high school senior self not to take easy the first semester. In high school, I was the kid who never needed to study for any test and could easily get an A, but when I entered college, I had that same mentality and it hurt me. I walked in and began to struggle from the first test and had to work from behind to save my grade. If I could go back, I would tell myself to realize how different college is and to actually study, pay attention and get to know the professor so they can help you when it's neccessary.

Among the many things that I would love to educate the girl with the giant blue eyes and the whimsical imagination and very gifted in high school; I would look her in the eyes and stress to her how important furthering her education really is. I would remind her of the struggles that her own mother faced as a single parent as she herself battled her way through nursing school. I would remind this "younger me" of the times that she tutored her own mother in Math, including teaching her foundations such as the multiplication table. I would then ask her if this is what she wants her higher education experience to mimic. I would offer her so many words of encouragement and much advice on focusing on the things that matter. I would tell her that no matter what, don't put your education on the back burner for a relationship. Never rest on the words of another that they will take care of you while they are devaluing your aspirations of achieving great things through higher education. Last, I would let her know that a great education is there for the ones who want it.

I would tell myself that it's okay to not go to college right away, take the time to get to know exactly what you need from college and such so you can focus on school. Don't take that 9am class when you can't handle it and just know eventually you'll feel okay even though you've never felt okay. Don't worry about making the best impression and don't worry about your parents, they're going to accept you even if it's shakey for a little while.

Do not procrastinate. Everyone tells you this and no one ever listens but it is very important. School work piles up. Just do your work early and get it over with but most importantly, enjoy your college years because it goes by in a blink of an eye.

The number one advice I would give myself would be not to believe in the myths about the college lifestyle. The non-stop partying, the inconsiderate professors, and the intense workload are the most popular ones. You must learn how to balance out the time for school work and social events. When you leave high school and move forward to higher learning, it is a difficult transition. Your parents and teachers are no longer with you to tell you what to do. It is time for you to become responsible for your own actions. You must make decisions on your own. You will not have time to call mom and dad. There will come a time when you will have to chose between working on homework and going out to the club with friends. Listen to the professors' valuable pointers and take them into considerations. You should bring sticky notes or a notepad to write them down. When they give constructive criticism, do not take it personal. Now you get straight A's in high school that does not mean you will in college. College is preparing you for the “real world.”

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to start volunteering at local organizations that could benefit me in the future for my career. Giving back to the community is an integral part of UCF's beliefs. I would also impart the wisdom that good study habits are essential to being successful in college. By telling myself that developing time management and organizational skills would help me in my college career, I would be setting myself up for success since those attributes are invaluable and are skills that I can carry over into the working world. The last piece of advice that I would give myself would be to enjoy my last year of high school because college demands hard work and sacrifice. My professors always suggest that for every credit hour I take, I should study the material for 3 hours outside of the classroom. I believe that this advice to my high school self would really help me transition into the college life and be very successful in my academic career.

I sat on stage with my cello resting to my chest. My heart beat panic into each sound wave and anxiety vibrated through every sinewy fiber in my body. The greatest milestone of my bachelor’s degree, my senior recital, had been ruined by fear. I viewed this performance as an obstacle instead of a life-developing opportunity. However I realize now that fear will always be present during life’s challenging moments, but it doesn’t have to be debilitating. Similar to building muscle, courage and confidence can be developed by confronting small challenges at first. During my individual practice sessions, I can remind myself to be aware of any tension in my body or mind and then breathe and release it. By being conscious of my physicality, I can fully engage in the present moment, naturally dissolving any stress and worry. This leads me to be a more efficient, authentic, and creative individual. Now, every academic and musical demand triggers a state of learning, not a state of fear. Remaining conscious and flexible as I undergo the tasks of school will yield optimal academic outcomes and, ultimately create the type of person I aspire to be.

There are so many things I would tell my 18 year old self if I could go back in time. First, focus more on studying and a little less on hanging out with friends. Leisure time is important, but if you study a little more, you're grades will improve and you could get a full-ride scholarship. Also, don't let other students bring you down. College is so different from high school; what made you different in high school - being a nerd, playing in the band, your goofy sense of humor - will be accepted and celebrated in college. People from all walks of life will be there and you will feel more comfortable with yourself because you are a little older as well. My grades have been so much better in college so far than they were in high school and it's not because it's easier. It's because I'm trying harder. There are benefits to going back to school in your 30's!

Even if it seems silly, do not spend more time at work than at school! Yes, earning money is necessary, but finding this through loans will be very worthwhile if you choose a degree in which you are actually interested. Here is a hint: Two years after you graduate, you will be depressed and dissatisfied with your employer and seek a completely different degree. Take the time to figure out what you truly desire and reach those goals! Happiness in life is priceless.

If I could go back in time and talk to my high school senior self I would her first and foremost to take more Advanced Placement classes and to study harder and pass the tests. I would also tell her to not give up on the SAT's and ACT's and take them as many times as necessary to get the full Florida Bright Futures Scholarship because any free money can go a long way in college. Other than that I would just say to get very involved in clubs or organizations, especially freshman year because that is how you will meet people. Also just simply try to be more outgoing and open-minded. I would tell her not to be afraid to have a little fun, but also not get carried away and keep your priorities in check. Most importantly though, to keep in touch with the family because they are the ones who will help you and be there for you through anything and everything.

DO NOT TAKE YOUR CLASSES LIGHTLY! You need to maintain a really HIGH GPA (or else you're gonna end up taking a bunch of unnecessary classes that'll just take up more time!) Do very well on your SAT so you can be exempt from taking placement tests :) SAVE YOUR MONEY! Stop going to restaurants and other eating places all the time 'cuz believe me, BOOKS AIN'T CHEAP!!! Join the Honors Program of your college as soon as you enter! This will benefit you in the long run. KEEP UP WITH DEADLINES

Joins clubs! Look, they may seem like a waste of time, or even not that fun. But clubs are so much more than just meeting with other people to accomplish what the club was started for; you make new friends, open up new possibilities, and learn so much more than what your club may be limited to. Something as boring sounding as the Business Leadership Club was incredibly fun. You'll attend events like getting to hear from the CEO of Costco, meeting business professionals at the Annual ALFA Gala, and just have fun at a distress event. Besides, what are you other options for your free time? Watching that rerun of the Big Bang Theory? No, get out there a join a club!

If I could go back into time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to balance myself. Prioritizing is the most important lesson I learned in college. It is possible to have a social life, a little fun, and also be focused in school. I would tell myself to take advantage of the opportunities given to me by a metropolitan school. Get involved! I think I was mostly afraid of being hidden in the mass population. High school senior self: be you, be fun, be smart.

You need to start focusing on your education right about now. When you graduate from high school with a low GPA, it will be very hard for you to get accepted into most decent colleges. Going to college is very important than you think. This is the time for you to get into gear and try your best to get into college. Life is not very easy out there without a college degree. You will have to scrape for jobs that you really don't like just to get a paycheck. Make a good example for the children you will be bringing to this world. They will look up to you and probably follow your footsteps. Kids most of the time mimic what their parents do, If you think college is a joke, they will almost always think the same. Do not waste any time after high school, time is of the essence. You would want to finish with your education first before you think about having a family, that would help with the hardships that come when you decide to have children then a career. Think about college first, other things will come later.

If I were able to go back in time and talk to myself as a senior in high school, I would tell myself to take everything more serious and use my time wisely. I would tell myself to apply to as many scholarships as possible and save as much money as I can so that I can use the money when I attend my university. I would tell myself to do more volunteer work and internships into law enforcement so I could have that much more experience for my career. In high school I viewed life much easier and expected less obstacles. As a young man, I was naïve and ignorant of life's hardships. After telling myself to save as much money as I can, I would congratulate myself. I would tell myself that I am proud of the decisions I made that got me through high school and will get me through college. Even though my school had many gang and drug problems, I made the right choices and stayed out of those wrong paths. I could of made wrong decisions that could of made a negative impact on my future, but I made the right ones.

I would tell myself to not pay so much attention to what other people were doing and focuse on your goals and dreams. Those people who you felt like you had to compete with and be friends with will not matter because when you leave high school you thought were your competition you will never see them again and those people who you needed to hang out with you will not hang out with them anyomore because in college you will meet people who you genuinely have things in common with and you will be closer to them more than you were with the people you the same class with sense freshman year. Just like in high school you didnt fall to the peer pressures of others who were trying to get you to do the things you knew were wrong don"t worry about the peer pressures of college like drinking, partying, and having sex because it will not happen to you because you are stronger than that

Boys are dumb. But so are a lot of girls. Rachel, you have to be smart. Your first impression of someone is right a lot of times, but trust needs to be earned. There are 60,000 people that you call classmates and if you don't like one, don't spend time with them. There are always options and you never have to settle. Let people love you. Let you love yourself. Study hard but find a balance. You're not an adult yet so have as much fun as you can. Its okay to be low on money, mom and dad love you and will make sure you don't starve. Keep looking for scholarships though! You're probably going to graduate in debt but it doesn't have to be a sea. Maybe a little pond, or even a puddle. But it doesn't matter because you can get anything you want. You can pay off your debt, move overseas and actually love what you do for a living. Believe in yourself, because everyone else doesn't have to.

I would tell myself to either get a part time job or apply for a lot of schoarships. I am looking for a part time job right now and previous work experience would help with that. I didn't know exactly how much college would cost and I was very stressed out when I started college. I would also tell myself to take more duel enrollment classes to go toward the major I have now. Although I didn't have my mind made up in senior year on what major to choose. I would have saved money if I knew my major then and took more classes for it. I had a hard time choosing a major because I was torn between an artistic degree and an engineering degree. I decided to pursue engineering. I would advise other students to choose a major even if they think it is too difficult for them. I feel that an engineering degree is worth more for the amount of money I am paying; and I can still have art as a hobby.

Be more vigilant when signing up for college

A band known as city and colour sings a song called "against the grain" in his song he states, "when the day seems lost from the stars, you must follow your heart". Do not get discouraged from aspects of everyday life. Life is hard, but hard work pays off. Sometimes you may have to put your friends on the back burner to study. They will understand. You must also give your brain a rest and set aside some time to relax. If you do need to work find a job that you can study while you work or one that will work with your school schedule and allow you time to study. Take advantage of the free stuff! It's there for a reason. My school gives free tutoring sessions, helps you read over your papers, all for free! So why not get an A instead of a B? Also, apply for scholarships early and often. Apply for everything you can get your hands on and start saving for college now! Research your professors. I use www.rateyourprofessor.com as a bible to help me pick out the teachers that teach in the way that I learn.

I would tell myself to pay more attention in classes and not to treat Senior year as a goof off year. To take more college prep classes, and to study and actually try hard. I would tell myself college is a lot harder than high school, and since you pay for it yourself, you need to pay attention. I would tell myself that homework should be done as quickly after class as possible, because if you put it off, you won't do it.

I would tell myself that college is not as hard as all of my high school teachers made it seem but I would give myself a heads up that the classes are going to be huge and I am going to have to get used to that change. Study, Study, Study because that makes all the difference in tests. You can't just go to class and expect that you will do well on the exams because you need to study but I would also say that there needs to be a balance between friends, work, and school. Having a balance will help the stress and burn-out of the pressure from school work and a job if you are able to see your friends and unwind every once in a while. I thought in high school that professors were very strict and would not give any leeway for anything and were always mean; but I found out that professors are not mean and are easy to talk to about the class and your grades. The best way to get by is to have a good relationship with your professor because they only want to help and teach.

I would tell myself not to be so nervous about social life. I did not fit into my high school very well and felt constantly stressed by peer pressure. I assumed that going to a school so large like the Unveristy of Central Florida would be a similar experience and I attended my first 4 classes in my first semester with shakey hands and my head kept down. I would also tell myself to live on campus rather than to live at home as I chose to. The transition was not hard at all and I enjoy college life a lot more than I enjoyed high school.

If I could go back to my high-school self, I would tell myself to enjoy my free time. When I was in high-school I was so preoccupied with getting into a good college and getting good grades and don’t get me wrong that is very important and that got me where I am today but I should have spent more time having fun. Now in college it is so difficult to find any free time because your time is consumed by studying. Another point of advice I would give myself is to take advantage of duel-enrollment. I am so thankful I participated in the duel-enrollment program my senior year but I wish I would have done it my junior year also. The most important advice I would have given myself though is to spend as much time with your loved once and cherish every moment you have with them because if you go out of town for college you definitely do not see them as often.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to open up more. I went from a high school with a graduating class of 37 to a university of over 60,000 students. This is a huge transition, for anyone. I have always been on the quiet side until I really get to know people. Knowing that, I would tell myself as a high school senior to just open it and step out of my comfort zone. Stepping out is the only way for my to meet new poeple and make new memories. I cannot focus on the past, but instead make the best of every moment while in college because these years will fly by!

I would tell the old me not to be so worried about college. College is over-rated; studying and working hard are the only two things you really need to be succesful. I would thank myself for being so involved because that is what made me the friendly and driven person I am today. It is what you learn outside of class-- not inside. I would also tell myself to enter into more scholarships. If I had entered into more, I wouldn't be in the financial predicament that I am in now: loans, loans, loans.

If there is any one thing I wish I could go back in time to tell my high school senior self is to make sure I knew where each of my classes were before the semester starts. I wish I would have known to walk around campus to find all the buildings before the first day of classes. That one piece of advice is essential to not looking like a lost puppy or being late to class. Attending one of the largest schools in America I should have better prepared myself for the vastness on the campus here at the University of Central Florida. I finally got the hang of it after a first two weeks, but I could have saved so much time if I had planned ahead of time to know where the exact locations of my classes. Now I know my way around and I even know some shortcuts. My transition from high school to college went smooth so there is nothing I would need to go back and tell myself to do differently. I guess being the youngest of two in my family I already knew the dos and do nots from watching my older sister.

Do not be afraid! Don't let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game. Being "closer" to home won't make it an easier. You will do great, give faith a chance and take the leap. Trust me, you'll thank me later.

I graduated from high school almost 19 years ago. If I could go back to 1994 and advise my newly matriculated self, I would tell myself that I must earn my degree immediately after high school, no matter how difficult it is. I would tell my younger self that finishing college right away would be worth the sacrifice. Lack of family support made me believe that it was impossible for me to finish my college education after I graduated. I couldn't find a job that would both provide for me and allow me to go to school. I quit school because I felt I had no other choice. Looking back now, I recognize that there were sacrifices I could have made. Life would have been difficult, but the struggle would have been temporary. If I had decided back then that quitting college was not an option, I would have achieved my Bachelor's degree in 1998. As a result, I would now have worked fifteen years in my dream job, be halfway to retirement and have most of my education paid for at a much lower cost. Most importantly,I would not be STILL pursuing my Bachelor's degree!

You really need to be ready for the transition from high school to college because it's a whole new playing field. If I could go back in time and give myself some helpful hints about college I would definitely tell myself to take college prep courses. AP classes would be a huge help, especially if you pass the test at the end of the year. Dual enrollment allows you to be a college student while in high school. You get the feel for what college classes are really like. Both of these options are beneficial and allow you to save money on classes because you have already taken them! I would also advise myself to get a job and save money; this teaches responsibility, and you need plenty of this when you're away from home. Your parents aren't there to remind you to complete your homework assignments. It is always good to be positive and outgoing so you can make new friends. College is a place where people grow and truly find themselves. Be yourself and you'll fit in perfectly.

I would tell myself, "Hey, you're going to make the transition to college just fine, you'll make new friends and grow closer to the ones by your side. You will find that you work best under pressure. You'll start turning grey before you make it out, probably from a lot of sleepless nights trying to finish your assigments, but you'll always manage to get them done. Your classmates will probably hate you for it sometimes, and your professors will admire your work. But get this straight, the idea that no matter what, you'll refuse to become a statistic and change your major, you have to clear that out of your head. If you're not happy with your situation then change it, nobody will give you grief about it, and its not worth giving yourself the grief of feeling stuck. Sometimes it won't be easy, but college isn't supposed to be, and besides, you love a challenge. Do what you do best and make the most out of being unexpected. If you feel stuck, don't worry. Sit back, think, and let the answer present itself. Oh, and read more for pleasure!"

I would keep it simple, invest in Apple, Gold, Silver and Google however and don't invest in RIM. Take part in Vemma. Bet 100:1 assets that Barack Obama wins the 2008 presidential election. Patent Kinect Software. Don't forget to invest heavily in Marvel and Lucasfilm.

When I was in high school I did not take courses at the community college because I wanted to fully experience my years at high school. Now that I am in college I realize that it would have been beneficial to take college classes during my senior year to help offset the finical burden of taking these courses in college. I graduated high school as the Valedictorian of my class and was able to fully focus my attention on high school. However, now that I am in college I fully understand the savings it would have been had I taken some of the core classes while I was in high school. So my advice at this juncture in my life would be to take college classes in high school. Once I graduate college I am sure my perspective will change. I will come to realize that one should fully embrace each and every part of their lives. High school is a short time in everyone’s life. The ability to fully appreciate the golden years of high school may in the end provide the kind of memories one should have as they travel through life’s journey.

Advice that I would give to myself would be to not get lost in the newness of college, and to focus on maintaining my high personal academic standards in this confusing transition time. My first semester had more hidden challenges that I expected, so I would tell my younger self to take college classes even more seriously than I did the AP classes that I took in high school, because these are more difficult and they do demand more time and attention than I would be used to after my high school classes. I would tell my high school self to try to set up a schedule, to establish a routine, so that I know for sure there is enough time to get everything done that needs to be completed, not pushed off until the last minute. I would also tell my younger self to utilize things such as the campus gym, because it is important to try to establish and maintain a healthy lifestyle, especially in a time of transition, and because there are no additional membership fees with this service.

Spend more time researching and looking into the benefits of the major/minor you want to have. and pray more about what you're going to do. don't be so serious about everything, because everything you thought was important wasnt really as imporatnt.

Work hard, play harder. Take school seriously and don't be lazy. You will make mistakes, but the important thing is to learn from them and gain valuable experience. Don't stress over the little things and be proud of what you've accomplished. Appreciate the people around you more for they won't always be there. Don't be an idiot!

Don't procrastinate. Your homework amount may seem easy, but it can catch up with you. Plan a schedule that allows you to make time for all your studying. Majority of the professors send you a course calendar so it's easy for you as a student to know when assignments are due. Check your e-mail as much as possible and in all your free time find things to do to. Take the chance and rush for a sorority. I know you will have an opportunity to your sophomore year but it's worth it to try your freshman year. Make as many friends as possible and just enjoy everything to the fullest. Appreciate your parents, they gave you the means to go here and they will miss you like crazy. Remember that every credit you take is step towards your future so work hard because in the end it will be worth it.

That it is ok if you are not popular or have friends or even miss a few high school activities or do not go on field trips because when you get in college it will make up for it by all the new friends you meet and that even after high school you will still encounter people who will try to hurt you but make sure you stay true to yourself and be who you have always been. Thank your mom for making you take dual-enrollment classes because you have more time to learn and get hands on experience faster than everyone else. Make sure you do not lose the energy to do things that you like or trying new things.

Firstly I want to remind you that you are young and there’s so much more in store for us. The world seems to get bigger as we learn more about the vast opportunities there are. Every experience and circumstance is there to help us expand our mind. It might seem as though everyone has everything figured out, but no one knows what lies ahead and that is a part of the growing process. In college taking the first step is what matters, because after that step the next step will become visible. Every experience will guide us to what we love with new people that will open our eyes. Our mind and thoughts will be the most powerful tools we have for the rest of our life, so keep a positive attitude even if you are afraid. You will have a sneak peak at being independent and we won’t know everything all at once but keep in mind that there is always something you can do about a situation. The sooner you realize what your mind is capable of the sooner you will see how great life is and how many opportunities are available for you right now!

If I could go back in time and give myself some advice about college, I would tell myself to study more for the SAT and ACT. In highschool I never took it seriously and hoped my GPA would get me into a good school. Since my scores on SAT did not reflect my GPA, I lossed a scholarship and was forced to attend summer school at UCF. I would also tell myself to get a job as soon as possible in senior year and save, save, save. College is not cheap and it is better to have worked all year long in highschool so I can have money now while in college to have fun. Finally the most important pice of advice I would offer to myself would be to learn how to be self-sufficient. Meaning learning how to do laundry, clean and esecially cook. Hot pockets and Ramen noodles do not count. I had to learn quickly how to do all that and manage my schoolwork for first month of school. needless to say it was not a great first month.

To my post-college self I would tell him just be himself, and do what you love. There are people who accept you and there are those who don't and there are others that could careless what you do. Also to take more AP classes and try harder to pass the exams for them because those credits actually help out quite a bit. I would also tell him that the girl, man the girls on the next educational level are beautiful and brillant so get ready for an awesome time, and get ready for one of the greatest experiences of your life College Boy!!

Dear Highschool Senior Self: When you go off to college remember to bring with you only the essentials. You will not need the miscellaneous items you accumulated over the years; if anything, you should leave everything except your clothing, laptop, and pillow at home with your parents (or donate it!). Do not worry about making new friends, you will be overwhelmed by the amount of new people you meet -- some of which who will become your new best friends. Remember to keep a positive mindset and always push yourself to the max, if a paper could use another edit, do it! Complete all your assignments and study adequately before going out or watching TV. Most importantly remember this: You will not miss much by going to bed before 12am (preferably 10:30pm!) on a weeknight. Do not succumb to the midnight fast food runs or weeknight partying -- it is ultimately not worth it and will only hinder your success in college. Try to go to the gym or for a jog three times a week and stray away from the soda and ice cream machines in the cafeteria! You did well in highschool and you will do well in college!