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If I could go back in time, I would tell my high school senior self to get my nose out of the books and go out and try different things. My first semester in college, I did not step out of my comfort zone and I ended up paying for it. I lost out on connecting with professionals in my field, I missed out on meeting some great friends, and most importantly, I did not learn anything about myself. In my second semester I was depressed and wanted to leave Adrian College, but my roommate convinced me to give it one more chance. That semester I tried anything and everything that I could fit into my schedule, and while there are a lot of the experiences, I only tried once…by trying them I learned insurmountable pieces of information about myself. It is through these experiences that I found out who I truly am. While studying does come first, and is the most important part of coming to college, I learned that it is not all that college is about. It is about finding your passion, and that is what I would tell my high school senior self.

Don't slack off on class work and work harder to achieve a higher grade point average. Be careful of who you befriend and the decisions you make.

Dear High School Sarah, I am writing to give you advice as you start your freshman year of high school. I know how nervous and terrified you were throughout freshman year, but I am here to let you know that once you break free of your shyness, your experiences in high school will be unforgetable. Have a little bit of confidence in yourself, walk through the hallways with your shoulders back and head up, letting everyone see your bright blue eyes and contagious smile; this way they will find you approachable. Take advantage of the friendships that you are enjoying right now, because believe it or not, you will lose a lot of them. If there is one thing that i could stress to you, it is this; do not wish the time away so fast. Take advantage of the time you have in high school, because once it's gone you cannot get it back. And trust me, you will want it back more than anything. Have fun today, and make every second count! Sincerely, Sarah Lombardo, College Freshman.

I would tell myself do not rush and do not become stressed about choosing a college,

I was more then ready for college. But I wish I could have convinced my parents to let me go to the school I wanted out of state. I got excepted to every school I applyed for but money was a factor. I wish I would have worked more because I was the one funding my own education. I made the right choice with Adrian, even though it wasn't really what I wanted. The professors when I went to three different visits to the school sold Adrian to me. They are friendly, and they have and continue to help me with anything I might need. Also would have told myself to take German and Japanese insted of Arabic and Japanese. Arabic sounded intresting and fun, it was but my passion was German. I did make the right choice with Japanese, but I am currently trying to catch up with German.

College does not suddenly turn the challenging-volume up to 11. It is simply the next step after high school, in difficulty and general environment. Make friends, branch out. Home will always be there, spend this time away from it growing and learning. Ask questions in class, speak up when you have something to say. Don't assume everyone already has all the friends they need, you might just find out all they've been missing is you. Join a club. Go to a party. Study. Study some more. Finish work in advance. Don't procrastinate. Try your best, don't give it the minimum amount of effort, even if it suffices. Step outside your comfort zone. Try new and unfamilair classes on for size, you just might find your passion. Call your mom. Send letters to grandma. Keep in touch with your friends from home. Stand out, be who you are because no one knows you as the person you were in the past. Take the time to make smart, adult decisions. Save your money. Have the time of your life.

Out of my college experience I have learned many life lessons. I have learned the importance of friendship and being apart of a team. Participating in groups in a classroom environment as well as a team member in athletics, I have been able to develop many relationships that will be life long. I have also learned that it is important to work together and accept others for who they are in order to succeed. From my college experience I have discovered what it takes to make it in the "real world." Attending this college has been valuable in a sense that it is preparing me for life after school. It is relieving to know that once I graduate, I will be ready to take on anything that comes across my path. With hard work, determination, and a good mind set, it is possible to achieve anything.

My college experience consitantly evolves with growth over time. For instance, knowledge is like an orange growing on a tree. Usually the orange grows until it's fully ripe, but I feel like the orange needs more nourishment before it can become fully ripe. With a little help of this scholarship it can help nourish the orange, so I can keep attending college in the future without any barriers to battle in my life. I've battled many barriers in my life to get my assoicate's degree, but to keep attending college for another two years can be troublesome by balancing my family's financial situation. I really want to fulfill my dreams and finish college by recieving the next degree. That's why attending college is so important and very valuable to me everyday.

My college experience has taught me much more than the book smarts that everyone believes college will teach you. Throughout my time in my courses I've learned what the institution insists is learned as well as many, real life, experiences that I couldn't possibly have gone through without my professor's and my peers around me. In addition to learning my basic core subjects in my time in school, I've developed a greater understanding for the real-world application in which college will teach me. My classes have ranged from the science department, to the math department, and all the way to the communication department. Each has taught me something new that I will be able to carry on with me for the rest of my life into my career, my home, and my overall life in general.

I have recieved a lot of positive things from Adrian College. The people in the Academic Services are awesome people that are willing to help any student with any type of Academic need. They do not discriminate for any reason and everybody is equal. I have also recieved the ability to manage my time better as Adrian offers up to 18 credit hours a semester and over 35 varsity sports. I think Adrian is the best school for young student athletes who wish to continue their dreams of playing college sports, but most importantly to get an excellent education. Adrian's classes are not only challenging but they are extremely interesting. I have not had a class yet where I have sat there in sheer bordem. That is the positives that I have taken with my experience at Adrian College.

Knowing what I know now about the college transition I would?ve told myself to be prepared. Most problems of the college transition can be solved by being prepared for future situations. To do this, one must anticipate situations and develop a plan to overcome that obstacle. Develop plans that you are comfortable with, and be able to react with them. I would have also told myself to know the professor?s expectations from the beginning, so it would be easier to succeed in the class. Teachers are much more ruthless in college, so I would say to come to class ready and on time, because it?s a good idea to be on the professor?s ?good side.? Also, I would say to talk with people who have taken the class before and figure out the best strategies to doing well in the class. Finally, I would have told myself to arrange my dorm room to optimize comfortableness, because most of your free time is spent there. It is also a good idea to be able to schedule your meals accordingly, because no longer is there a pantry of food to snack on!

While applying to Adrian, I did not recognize the small print that stated that my cost towards Adrian would be decreased only if I was applied and was hired for a work study job on campus. If I were to receive that advice I would have applied to a job during the fall semester, instead of having to pay the mysterious $1000 for that semester. Even though my high school classes were very difficult for me to successfully receive above average grades, they proved to be very helpful because I found that college was not far from the level of difficulty I experienced in high school. I would assure myself that high school was a great preparation and practice for college, and that I would do just as well and without much difficulty at all receiving above average grades; this semester I received a higher GPA than I ever did during high school. Each person I was introduced to was unexpectedly very friendly and inviting. I would advise myself to befriend them in the same way that they would me, and to realize that these people are just as nervous and lost as I was.

Looking back on my senior year, I realize that I had no idea what the transition from high school to college would be like. I would tell myself to concentrate on my time management skills, as well as improving my study habits. I would also tell myself to look into alternative options when it comes to studying. It would be important to inform myself to broaden my horizons and be much more opened minded when I get to college. The most important thing that I would tell myself, not dealing with school, would be to concentrate less on the issues at home and concentrate on my schooling because, at the end of the day, my schooling will better my life and everyone around me.

Well hello Megan at age 17, getting ready to graduate soon. College is a new place which can be pretty tough to transition too. Don't be too upset; you're going to get a not so great roommate this year. Be ready to feel as poor as a bum on the street because even if you have tuition paid off, those books will lower your checking account faster than you can blink. You think you enjoy your mom's cooking now, just wait till Thanksgiving and Christmas breaks when you get to switch from Easy Mac and pop tarts to some nice homemade cooking. The classes aren't that great either. They are much different, and even though you never had to study in high school, you better learn how to study now. Professors can grade you how they want, it's their choice. Put school first, but still have some fun in the mean time. Don't forget about your hometown friends and family. Oh, and if you want to transfer, apply for as many scholarships as you can find because you won't be getting the ones you got when you were a senior.

I would give myself advice about the college bowling team and how much it is like high school bowling other than the shots we bowl on. I would also tell myself that it is good to live on campus and to grow up a little more than to living at home and commuting. I would also tell myself that I shouldn't be scared about being on my own becuase I will make alot of new friends. I also would say not to worry about your room mate because we get along great. The only thing that is bad in the winter time is the way the ground crew clears the pathways. I would suggest to myself to bring good traction shoes and because it is so cold outside I would bring some more layers.

I would tell myself to make more friends freshman year and be more open to new things. I would say dont fall into the procrastination and get your homework done ahead of time. I would tell myself to try and read my text books more because they actually do help most of the time. I would also tell myself to pick classes that double count for different requirements. That would free up a lot of time and I could take other classes I need. I would also tell myself to take summer classes at my community college because that would free up time for other classes here and I could get done faster. I would tell myself not to sweat the small stuff and take things one little part at a time. But mostly, I would tell myself to have as much fun as I could.

If I were to go back in time to my senior year, I would tell myself- A. Don't take that Online Psychology Class, the Professor will lose your project, B. Don't take the Online Forensics Course, the School internet will cause you to fail. C. Don't be such a Jerk to everyone, it's not their fault that you had no social life, it's your Parents. Then I would relay to myself that I should not stop my workout routine, it'll cost you big time. Don't join a Fraternity until you after your first semester, you ned to adjust to your new location first, and don't coop yourself up in your room, it'll cost you some amazing Friendships in the end. And finally, To my past self- Remember, your parents didn't go to college, so yes, they have unreasonable expectations. When you fail a course, it's not the end of the world, and they need to know that, because the harsh threats of not cosigning are a lot of pressure, and practice your trombone as much as you can during your Senior summer, it'll save you quite sime trouble.

I'd tell myself to relax and enjoy the ride. Your parents will be there for you when you need them, friends come and go so don't fret, and just have a great time. It's not as bad or scary as you thought it would be. As long as you grow moderately and mature steadily, you'll be ready for anything that awaits you in life!

It is important to really research each school you maybe be considering to attend. Once you make that decision, get involved. You should be outgoing, get to know people, and have fun. You should try new things and experince different activities.

I would say that in chosing the right college you want to look at how far it is from your family and the kind of education the student will be getting there. In order to get the most out of your college experience as a student you want to participate in extracurricular activities around campus along with doing your studies. For the parents, let your student have some freedom at college. If they are good kids they will stay out of trouble and the rough crowd.