Barry University Top Questions

If I talked to myself in order to advise about college life and a transition that it would take, I would first encourage myself to think about all the possibilities available. Also, make sure I get involved with volunteer activities as much as possible, and also be compassionate with myself with the transition of countries, a different language, and a different culture. Moreover, I would advise patience , willingness, and persistence.

I would have attended college right after high school. It was very hard financially to care for a family while attending college. Time management was also an issue because of family obligations.

If I were able to go back and time, I would advise myself to research financial aid options and to make the best decision on whether or not going farther away from home is best. I have had a great Fall semester at Barry Univeristy. I am a very friendly, outgoing person, the only issue I have is that I still have a balance and it is the end of this semester. I have received the maximum amount of financial aid that I am able to have and I am unable to apply for a private loan because I do not have a cosigner, so I would definitely advise myself to apply for more scholarships and make sure financially secure. I would also advise myself to take the time to deliberate if going far is good. I would choose staying closer to home as it is much more convenient.

Life in high school was more about peer acceptance and less focus on the academic component. The friends would spend time socializing, not paying attention to the teachers, thus neglecting the schoolwork. We were never ready for exam because we did not take time to study, but at the last moment. The advice that I would give to myself is not to wait at the last moment to complete school assignments and study for exam. There is a time to hang out with friends and there is a time for school work. I would give priority to my education rather than peers. When missing on basic components of certain subjects in high school like English or math, the student would have difficulty in college understanding such subject. The college instructors often reply "you should have known that from high school" . As a result, subjects that should have been easy in college now become difficult and the academic performance is affected. Now I invest more time and effort into my education. I feel more comfortable taking my exams and maintaining my GPA.

Pick a school major and stick to it. Because, I wasn't sure of what I wanted to do it caused me to switch many times which caused me to remain in school for a longer period of time. If you received a refund from the government, don't spend it frivolously but invest in CDs in a bank or a savings account that you can't touch because when you really need the money you will struggle to find it. I would definitely complete the 2+2 program which is when you complete 2years at a community college and 2years at a university. Community colleges offer the same education and sometimes the professors work at the local university and community college. I would definitely say if you are getting a car after high school to get a inexensive BRAND new car (honda, toyota, or nissan) because for at least 3yrs you will have a guarantee and the car will be in good condition without having to worry if it will get you to your clinical site. Do not fail classes because of friends and do all extra credit whether you are doing good in the class or not!

I would tell myself that I need to take every oppportunity that comes my way to really experince everything that college life has to offer. Meaning, being more than just your average university student, I should get involve in different organizations, clubs and becoming an active participant in my university. Most important of all I would tell myself that I can make a difference in my future, my university and the world.

I would not change one thing about my senior year of highschool. I worked hard in school and graduated from two National Honor Societies and was the captain of the wrestling team. At Don Bosco Prep I balanced my time between school work and extracaricular activies, and forged friendships that will last a life time.

A few problems i have encountered many times are, getin my books too late making me fall behind on homework. From that leading to bad sleeping habits. My advice from now to my myself as a highschool student would be to buy the books early to be on time and maybe even ahead for doing readings and homework. Another advice would be to never take a difficult class durring a summer term.

I would encourage myself to think more carefully about my decision. If given the opportunity I would have went into more depth in attempting to choose the college that is best suited for me. As a senior one does not have the time that is needed to make such an important decision.

The road to success will not be easy. There will be many obstacles alone the way that will push to the egde, but don't fall, off stand strong, and fight to the end. Remember hard work pays off. If everything was giving to you on a silver plater what sense of self pride would you gain from it if i you didnt work hard for it? no at all......... So be thankful for the tough teachers, the loads of work, and exams back to back it is only preparing you for the career of your choice.