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Wow. If i knew what I know now, back when I was a senior in high school, I would tell myself to literally stay focus on the prize (Bachelors degree) and make the most out of it. So many people have told me that they wish they would have done something different if they had the information they have now, then. I had tooken a semester off in order to move out and to be able to support myself, but by doing this, I pushed myself back another semester away from graduating. I never lost sight of graduating since I reapplied to finish my degree. I would tell myself to stick with it and remind myself of how much jobs in the future will be wanting this "Requirement" in their job description and how much of a benefit this is through out all the stress and expense. I wouldn't change anything nor do I regret any of the decisions that I had made previously. Each decision I have made after my senior yr in highschool, was for the good of me and I am happy with where i am today. Soon to have a Bachelors Degree in Psychology.

GO TO EVERY CLASS! I know that you have the new freedom to sleep away those 8 A.M.s after a rough night of studying but trust me, tests and quizzes are so much easier when you actually attend the lectures. Actually, if it isn't too late just don't schedule any 8 A.Ms because they are living hell. I am in my second semester with no 8 A.M.s and no Friday classes and I do not think I could be happier with my schedule. Make sure to bunch the classes together though, because if you have those 2-3 hour gaps in between you'll probably just end up napping instead. One last very important thing, NEVER pull an all-nighter the night before a test. Space out the studying and you will do so much better, but if you have to pull an all-nighter, do it at least two nights before. Somehow through fraternity pledging, the stress of the new environment, and all of these mistakes I made first semester I still pulled a 3.04, so if you listen to my advice I think you'll do great!

I would tell my high school self to go away to college. As a high schooler, I was very quiet and didn't have a lot of friends. So, I was excited to start college as a fresh start but also afraid the pattern would continue. I continued to live at home to save money which was helpful financially. However, the pattern did continue. I was barely on campus and wasn't around for dorm movie nights or yoga in the cafeteria. I was always to afraid to start up conversations or join groups so I continued to have trouble making friends. I was comfortable with this because I still had a few friends from high school who also stayed home for college. If I could do it over, I would have gone away. Far enough away that I couldn't run home when I was scared. That I would be forced to make friends or be miserable. That I would've put myself out there and had the true college experience. While it is a huge deal that I am graduating almost debt free, the relationships and experiences that I missed out on would've been priceless.

I would have told myself to focus more on schoolwork, take more AP classes and graduate with a higher GPA. If i could've gotten a better scholarship my life would be a lot easier. I had the ACT score but not the GPA.

If I were to go back and talk to my high school senior self, I would have let my past self know of all the difficulties he would have faced going into the real world with a degree that he would not use. I would let myself know that though the easy route of sleeping in until 1pm, browsing websites during class and playing video games until 3am though fun, would not put myself where I really need to be. Even though I would end up graduating with a bachelors degree engineering, it wouldn't be until much later that I realize that I should have went with my true ambition of working in the medical field and sought the other degree that would've allowed me to enter that field. Instead, I now have to face the difficulties of college on my own without any of my peers that I had originally entered college with. Now I have to work 3 jobs and maintain good grades in all of my classes. In the end I would've made sure my high school self would understand that working really hard for four years would all pay off in the end.

Do more scholarships and focus more on your studying. Don't focus on what people think of you and don't worry about boys. In the end, none of that matters. Focus on yourself and everything will turn out great.

Dont ever give up or think you are any less than anyone else. There is always hope and if you aren't happy with the situation you're in or the people you're around then change it! There is no reason not to be happy. Making friends will get easier if you just open up and start a conversation. Friends are what make life worth while- theyre there for you through everything and create a thousand memories with you. Don't be afraid or nervous to try something new and don't underestimate yourself. College is a huge change but allowing the resources and amazing people around you to help, the transition becomes so much easier. Don't take life to seriously. Have fun when you can!! Love yourself and your choices and be confident in yourself that youre doing what is best for you. Some changes take time to adjust but you'll look back and love every moment. Hope keeps us alive.

After sucessfully completing my first month of college, I am well aware of all the wrong decisions I chose to make before coming to the University of Louisville. If I were able to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would hand us a list of two goals and explain how important it is to spend every ounce of our energy to complete them. Our first goal would be to continuously saving up most of our paychecks from work. Although $175 a week didn't sound like much at the time, if we had saved up atleast $75 a week, we'd have roughly two thousand dollars that would have easily paid off our first tuiton bill. Secondly, I would have had us take JROTC more seriously. Although we moved up in rank quickly and won plenty of awards, we never participated heavily in physical training. The time spent working out would benefit us greatly now since we would be accepted in the Air Force ROTC program. While there are many other small tips I'd like to give, these two remain a constant struggle for me as a young freshman.

I would tell myself to get out there and get involved. I spent most of my time working and i don't feel as though my experience was as beneficial and exciting as some of my friends. Try hard in every class, even if you don't want to. Down the road, it will all pay off.

Senior year was a very accomplishing year for me. I was recognized in many aspects of my school. Being a college student, I realize that I work for everything, and nothing is given to me, especially the professors, who treat all studnets as adults. I would tell myself to limit the partying your first year of college, have fun and be social, but dont be make partying your first priority. Time management is essential to your success in college. As long as you balance your time right, success will come. Also, one thing I would put emphasis on if I could tell my self this in the past, use your resources accordingly. Many times people in college do not use their resources, especially if they need help with homework, or someting simple like finding where a building is, where your class is held. Making connections and friends during orietation. The friends you make in college will benefit in the longrun. The outcome of your college experienece may turn out to be better than you thought it would be. Do not let anything stop you from going to class .

If I were to give one piece of advice it would be to take advantage of the PSEOP or Dual Credit options as much as you can throughout your high school career. These programs designed to help ease the transition from high school to college life, both in atmosphere and study skills. Fortunately, I was able to participate is said programs my senior year; however, I wish I could have started sooner. It is never too late to start earning college credit. It only allows you more time and flexibility in your future work and class schedules. And, who knows you may pick up that extra minor or undergraduate degree you were wanting just because you started ahead of the game. Not only are these programs great in introducing you to college life, but they are FREE. Please, take advantage of any free college credits your can get. They're a scholarship in itself! Be proactive. And, don't worry, you won't miss out on the high school experience. You will only gain essential knowledge and a leg up on your fellow freshman. Trust me, your future self with thank you!

There are a few things I would like to tell myself as a high school senior, but there are some specific things I would want myself to know. Don't slack off during your first year, nothing is handed to you especially not as a freshman. Make sure you know all of your deadlines and exam dates for everything. Teachers do not wait on you to turn anything in. Do all extra credit and get ahead if possible. With you being on the dance team and traveling you will miss a lot of classes but being ahead and doing extra credit will cover your absences. Set short term goals that you want to achieve within the year, it will give you something to work towards if it's hard for you to be motivated. Call your parents and any other adult that impacted your life. They are there to help you and they have been through your same struggle. Know that it only gets harder but determination will get you through it all and help you along the way.

Please, life challenges and personal progression are not promised. The key to success is perservance, ambition, hard work and a good academic education. If you can afford too, say in school or make future plans to go back. Knowledge to know or how to do, is what can change the world.

If I could give my high school self one piece of advice, it would be to not put things off until the last minute. I've had a lot of trouble with procrastination this year because that was how I was in high school. In college, it's a lot more important to plan your schedule around classes and school work in order to get it done.

My advice would be to work as hard as I can for the first two years so that I won't have to worry about my GPA in the future. The harder I work to begin with will allow me to have free time at a later time.

Just as Brad Paisley says in his song "Letter to Me" I'd tell myself " You've got so much going for you, going right. But I know at Seventeen its hard to see past Friday night". I'd explain to myself that college is more than just having a social life, there's a lot of hardwork that comes along with it. The transistion from high school to college was especially difficult for me because I was so used to the way that my teachers loosely graded things compared to professors who have strict guidelines. I would tell myself to stay focused on school. There is a time for fun but school defintiely needs to come before it. Another struggle I had with the transition I had from high school to college was my social life. I went to school with the same people since Pre-K so I was so worried about making friends when I moved to U of L. I'd tell myself not to worry or to be afraid because others as just as nervous as I am! These are the most important things I'd tell myself if I went back in time!

If only I could go back and tell myself everything that I know now, my high school experience would have been worth while. Try, try, try, try, and do your best! Do not worry about friends, parties, or drama. Worry about your studies, grades, and GPA. Scholarships and good grades are so important to when it comes to college, the better the grades, the better chance you have at getting a scholarship. Do not take high school for granted. The things you learn in high school is going to benefit you during your college career. Do not waste your time trying to find friends, spend it studying, doing homework and learning new things. Having friends and going to parties is not going to help you in college. Friends and parties are eventually going to be memories, but the grades and legacy you leave behind will follow you forever. The most important thing I would say Do Your Best, not just do things to get by. Learn how you achieve your best in high school so when it comes to college you can only go beyond your best and achieve your greastest. Look towards your future not your present.

I look back now and realize that college life comes down to budgeting. Budgeting your time will keep you on top of your classes; will keep the Freshman 15 away; will keep you from going insane from lack of sleep; and will keep you prepared for the rest of your life. Budgeting your finances will keep you from drowning in student debt; from eating McDonalds dollar menu items everyday; from starving; and from dropping out of school. In highschool, I was never prepared for the budgeting that I would need to keep up with the busy college lifestyle.

I would tell myself that being prepared and focused is the key to being successful in college. There will always be time for friends and going out to places while you're in college, so don't let those things distract you from reaching your goal. Stay focused, be determined, and go to school to learn about what YOU want to do not what others want you to do.

Hello Alonso, I am you from the future. I bet you don’t believe me.. do you? If I wasn’t you, how would I know the real reason you have a dent in your car is because you backed into a pole; not because somebody randomly hit you and left. Believe me now? I come from the future to tell you four important things about your college career. I do not have much time because I don’t know how long this portal will last. First off accept the provisional admission offer from CSULA, you’re going to pass your geometry class. Second when you register for classes, DO NOT attempt to take 19 units your first semester, College courses are a lot faster than high school courses. Thirdly do not limit yourself because of your girlfriend. Don’t let her be the reason why you do not expose yourself to new things. Alonso, please follow my rules and I guarantee you will have a more successful and pleasant college experience. The fourth thing I have to say is, pick up your pants! Nobody wants to see your underwear, grow up. Now stop reading this and start our adventure.

Never, never, ever take an 8 am class. Ever. For any reason. Make lots of friends. Be more open to different ideas because you are not always right and you may learn something. Do not do the bare minimum to get by, but take pride in your work. Don't take out more student loans than you need. You will regret it when you have to pay it back.

The following is a list of what I would tell my high school self: 1. Apply to University of Louisville 2. Apply to more scholarships 3. Get involved in the community 4. Work on getting your license 5. Most importantly never give up on you dream to become a doctor

Erin, Most importantly don't take a foreign language your first semester and stay away from those early morning classes! They're difficult to wake up for! Focus on studying for Philosophy and don't wait for half of the semester to slip by before you realize grades still count in college. Most importantly, start applying to every scholarship you can get your hands on! You need money for your dorm! P.S. Don't forget to have fun and enjoy your college life!

If I could go back and give my high school self advice, I would advise me to study more. My high school career didn't prepare me for the work load given in college. I would also tell myself to venture outside of music classes. I loved my band director; he was a great teacher. I tended to stick to music based classes, and now that I am enrolled in the college of business, I feel as though I am behind the curve. I should've branched out in high school. I am very happy with how my high school career went, but I would change some things if I could. These are the things I would advise myself to change.

Get on top of things. Don't assume you are right about your audition process for Murray State. Call the music department and ask them the actual process. It would have saved you a lot of stress and anxiety. Going to Murray for two years may seem awful, but when you transfer you will enjoy school that much more because you know how horrible it was before. Take advantage of every great memory you make your senior year. The trip to New York with the band will be one of the greatest times of your life. Listen to your family when they tell you that your mammaw doesn't have a lot of time left, because they are right. If you don't spend time with her you will never forgive yourself. You never know what you have until it's gone and she was one of the greatest people this world has ever had live here. You should know she's still proud though. Take all of those memories with you because they will get you through the tough times. The best thing, though, is that your high school sweetheart is still with you through it all.

Take it slow. There's no hurry to finish your education, and if you don't get in done in exactly 4 years, it's totally okay. Attending a community college is not the end of the world either. Sure, it's okay to suck and you're going to hate it at times, but it is well worth and you are going to save a good amount of money. You want to stay full-time, but that doesn't mean you have to take 18 credit hours every semester. Again, go at your own pace and figure out what works for you. Also, get tested and treated for ADHD as soon as you can! It made a huge difference and learning the study skills and starting treatment will make you the great student you were meant to be. And don't get caught up in partying and being with friends, you'll always have time for that later. Make sure you get your work done (done well, especially) and then you can go do all the fun stuff. College is hard work, but just remember that it will all work out in the end.

I would tell myself not to wait to go to college. Go straight to college right after high school. This one choice effects the rest of yours and your families lives. I understand it is a scary time in your life. So much is uncertain. This is your opportunity to make a significant impact on your life. With this one choice you set the wheels in motion that will direct your life on its greatest journey. Do you want to be someone who drifts through life, or do you want to be the person who takes control and steers your life toward the direction your choose. Going to college affords you the chance to make your life yours. Take this opportunity and succeed at taking charge of your life. Use these experiences to shape yourself mentally for the challenges ahead to ensure you are the person I know you can be. Chances like this are not easy to come by and you should take advantage of life while your have the chance. You can do this. I believe in you. Choose right. Choose smart. Choose College. If you don't, trust me, you will regret it.

I would tell myself to stop wishing my last year of high school away. College is great, but high school makes you who you are. You will appreciate everything from high school so much more once you graduate. My high school was literally one big family and I never thought I would miss it as much as I do. I would tell myself to get as much as I can out of my high school sports as well. Going from playing sports 24/7 to not playing at all is a huge transition. Its crazy how bad I wish I could play one more high school game. I would honestly just tell myself to make the most out of my senior year ; focus on the positives and forget about the negatives because none of it will matter next year. Your high school helps you grow and develop and college is the next step in life. You want to look back and say that high school made you a great person who is ready to take on the world.

College is coming sooner than you know. I know you like to procrastinate, and enjoy the pressure of a time crunch, but it is in your best interest to kick that habit as soon as possible. (Begin now!) Getting financial aid and being accepted and getting the housing that you want will be much easier when you get on the ball sooner. Then there is no stress other than moving day. Don’t worry about making friends so much. There are all kinds of people at a university and all the other freshmen are going to be just as freaked out. Relax and put yourself out there. People will flock to the most confidant people. Also, you will not be in high school anymore. You’ve got to make yourself do your homework and study, and go to bed early. No matter how great that party with the other agriculture people sounds, studies should come first. Try to get comfortable where you go. Just because the first semester may be a bit bumpy, and it will be, that doesn’t mean you need to run back towards home. Stick it out a bit longer; you may like what you find.

15,000 hours dedicated to your schooling career at this point. Now is definitely not a time to slow down. College is a place to grow tremendously as a person and find out who you are. You are given more responsibility now that you are on your own. You have to dedicate more time for each coarse to study and prepare. Seek your professors advice for every piece you turn into him. He will guide you and assist on bettering your work to fit the classes needs. Stay on task with your work because it pays off. Always go to class because hearing the material helps when your studying because it will be easier to memorize. Always keep in touch with your adviser, he always knows best. Staying in touch wih him allows you to monitor your classes from a more broad perspective. You get to see what coarses you will need later and how to schedule them appropriately. Be prepared for anything and stop at nothing.

If I could go back in time and speak to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself not to procrastinate going to college because the more you do, the more you are liable not to go. Putting off college was a poor decision because I could be half way done by now. I would let myself know that not trying my best in school could lead me to not trying my best in life. I would tell myself that I know how hard high school could be but without a education beyond it, I could wind up with a plant job or a job where my abilities cannot flourish. I would tell myself to apply to the best culinary arts schools and keep cooking and making up my own receipes. If I could go back in time and talk to myself I would tell myself that I can do anything that I set my mind to if I work hard and do my best. The las thing I would tell myself is that I need to motivate myself to become a better person if I want to accomplish my dreams and goals.

Be patient with yourself, the system, and others. Don't be afraid to try new things and study different subjects. Keep going.

don't listen to what bad things people have to say everybody has an opinion and are entitled to it, i know you been through alot and are holding on to the past and its slowing you from finding your path in life so let it go. Find a place to play football early also and if you get rejected go somewhere else and redshirt, don't stick around at that school, i know its hard with gas and paying for college thats what makes it really difficult but you'll find a way if you really make it happen. also dont party these people are sinning there life away for nothing they dont believe in the same morals as you do and thats fine but you must believe in yourself and what you think to the fullest and dont forget who you are and where you came from. you can bounce back from where your at it sucks because nobody is helping you right now and your all alone but you can fight and make it dont let these tragic events hold you back or ruin you because you are a good person and will succeed in life!

Work harder. Concentrate. Don't accept so many student loans. Apply for every scholarship you can. Take at least 15 hours a semester.

I would tell myself to go into college undecided, allowing myself to explore all the opportunities infront of me. College is the one time in your life to figure out which path you want to inbark on. I began college pursuing nursing and was miserable. After seeking out other majors and exploring other possibilites, I found social work. I excelled in the program, graduated Magna Cumme Laude and found full time employment right after graduation. Never settle for a major that does not fully intrest you and make you want to become a more educated and well rounded person. Take every opportunity presented to you and throw yourself into all thing possible. Take classes for the fun of it; you never know what you could fall in love with. Find new friends, for they become life long support systems. Build your resume with intresting activities that make you stand out from the crowd. Figure out the adult you want to become and never settle for anything less than your goals. Now is the time to make mistakes and learn from them. College is the time in your life to take charge and create the "you" that you want to be.

Be more open-minded! College is not all about getting an education; it's about growing mentally and socially and discovering who you are as a person. When you're responsible for yourself, you discover who you really are. This is a time where you will many choices, both good and bad. But that is a part of growing up. Try to keep the bad choices to a minimum, and learn from the mistakes you've made. But most importantly, while you grow, don't forget who you are! Your college should not define you; you should define your college.

I approach a young lady who nervously adjusts a conservative top. She has never been to school outside her home and has only seen a classroom on television. She doesn’t recognize my sharper face. My hair, unlike her yard long locks, is cropped into a buzz. Ever chatty, she expresses her fears; poor grades, bad friends, drugs and hard teachers. “I’ve had a C.” I reply, “I learned a bit about time management and that didn’t happen again. My friends have been all kinds. Don't be afraid to look outside your age group. “ I continue a bit more darkly,”Don't allow bullies, tell those who are pushy no. At her "Ok..." I continue, “All my teachers want me to do well. Just keep a good dialogue going. Even in online classes do the smart thing and introduce yourself. Let them know you care to succeed. It really works.” She nods understanding but her face still betrays uncertainty. ”Really the thing you need to fight against is being afraid. You can feel afraid but don’t let it sit. Talk to your friends and teachers. Ask a million questions a million ways. You’ll do great!”

Don't procrastinate until the last minute and pick a school just because a friend goes there. Don't give up and stop going to classes when it gets difficult and don't quit school for the same reason. Stay in school and get your degree because it's going to make your life so much better, not only financially but it will make you feel like you've accomplished something and done something important with your life. It's going to be diffucult but you have to get through it and don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it, that's why teachers and tutors are there, they only want to help you make something of yourself. Keep thinking "I can do this!" and don't be negative and think you can't make it because if you say you can and work hard, you can do anything.

Complete your education in four years and then go back to grad school when you decide what you really want to do with your life.

The advices that i will give myself if i had a chance to back in time is try harder is school and don't think about the popularity. Apply all the scholarship you can because you will really need the money incase if you don't have any moneys to pay for books later on in the school year. i will also tell myself to concentrate on studying for the SAT and ACT so you i can get a better score on it and try to apply for bright futrue. I will also recommended myself to take advanced classes because it will help you later on in college with the course that is mandatory. I will also try to convince myself to do community services while you have the chance because one you are in college, you barlery have time to do it and the only time you will be able to do it is your own free time which you are barlery going to have with all the studying you have to do.

Since I am an older student making my 2nd attempt at college, I would tell myself to show up for class the first time so I wouldn't have to attend at 37 years old.

How the parking situation works. Underclassmen parking passes are good for the parking lot at the football stadium only (unless you're a resident, then you can park at the dorms), and you have to ride the bus from the parking lot to campus. It really isn't a hassle at all, but it's nice to know before hand how it works.

If I could go back and give my high school senior self advice, I would tell myself that the transition is not as scary as I thought it was going to be. I would also tell myself to focus on my senior year and a little less on college. College is just around the next corner, which means that senior year is going to be just behind the corner before I know it. I need to stop and focus on holding onto those moments because they will soon be gone. Lastly, my senior self needs to spend more time with my dad. Even though I'm ready to be out on my own, my dad is not. He still views me as his baby girl who needs him for everything. Senior self, humor that about him. He needs to feel needed-it keeps him going. Tell him that you love him everyday and send him a message out of the blue telling him to "have a good day!" or "I love you and appreciate you, dad!" It will mean more to him than you could ever know. Senior self, cherich this advice. You will wish you had known it.

Knowing what I know now about college life and making the transition, I would advise myself to have endurance. We have become a society of instant gratification. We expect great big results on little work ethic, we want fast money with little education, we desire marriage and family without chivalry and dating, all of which generally take time. I did not realize the dedication and perseverance it takes to continue your education. Many things, absolutely anything can be a distraction if we allow it to be. I have learned furthering my education is not a sprint of quick learning but a marathon of educational loyalty. My youngest brother is a college freshman and I continue to encourage him by explaining that he must endure all obstacles that come to knock you off your higher learning path. It is important to me to pass down the experience I have gained the last ten years so that he will supersede my educational endeavors. Then, he will pass down his experience to my son who we expect to surpass us both in the educational realm.

Stay focused and try to finish every class you start. You'll screw up a little, but you'll come out on top in the end. Perhaps mistakes are what have made you strong and capable of achieving any goal you set for yourself, but try not to make any anyway, when you can help it. You're going to have to maintain a job to pay for living expenses and college costs, so try to work on your time-management skills and worry less about socializing. You're an intelligent person - everyone tells you so - believe them and be confident in your ability to overcome obstacles.

I would try to work hard and use more baking soda.

I would tell my high school senior self to study AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE. When you're a senior in high school, you think you know everything in the world. But the first day of college, you realize the world is so much bigger than you thought it was. And suddenly you're a small fish in a big pond. And then you go in to take that first test of the semester in your Biology class, and you realize just how unprepared you are. You thought you could miss a lecture or two, skim the chapter the night before and ace that test. You graduated high school didn't you? You can apparently do anything, can't you? Wrong. Never assume, never get cocky. You are just a high school senior with much to learn. College is a whole different world with a whole new set of rules. Professors aren't as understanding as your favorite English teacher that let you hand in your essay late because you had a game the night before. In knowing this, you have to adapt to college life, and a huge part of that is to study and prepare yourself like never before.

I would tell myself not to rush the college experience like I have been. Taking it easy and getting good grades is better than having to rush through your degree. However, there is a medium. Don't take six hours. Take as many classes as you think you can handle. Also, to put in an ample amount of study time for each of your classes. Study even if you think the class is easy. Once you get further into the semester, it won't be easy and you'll need all of the fundamentals that you didn't pay attention to during the beginning of the semester and will have an extremely difficult time catching up. Put school before everything else, because you're moving to Louisville to go to school. You're not going there to focus on work or have fun constantly. You're going there to better yourself and make a future for yourself. Don't take out loans unless you have to. Work your hardest to earn every dollar by scholarship. It'll help you out in the long run.

I would tell my self to go to a smaller university, out of state. I can be a very out going person, but that the size of UofL is overwhelming and that i will be more challenged if I move away, out of my comfort zone. Also that there are too many things for me to do in Louisville that I wont focus on the university and how I can be involved there. To have the best college experience I need what is the exact opposite of what I thought I wanted, a small school far from home, where I can make new friends and become completely independant.

If I could go back in time and talk to the high school senior version of myself, I would first and foremost tell myself to take my school work much more seriously. Pay attention in class and put all your effort into every assignment you receive. The high school version of myself doesn't know what's coming with college assignments and exams, and I wish someone would've told me. My high school allowed us to exempt out of our final exams if we had good grades in that particular course, but if I could go back I would take those cumulative exams anyway. My first college exam didn't go as well as I imagined and I wish I could've practiced and prepared. Besides academically I would tell my high school self to calm down and relax. College is amazing and there was absolutely no reason to "freak out" or be as anxious as I was. Leaving home was hard but you will develop a whole other family within Louisville through your sorority, your nursing school classmates, dorm mates, and all the people you encounter on and around campus. Good luck high school Kelsey!