Bethany College-Lindsborg Top Questions

Stay focused. All of those fun things will be there later. The campus socials, the homecomings, the parties they will still exsist after you've done your work. You must learn how to manage your time, time management is the key. Use sticky notes, use planners, set reminders on your phone. ( you have a smart phone, USE IT.) I can't stress this enough, make sure that you constantly post your upcoming assignments around your room, make sure they are visible so that way you don't forget. I know that boy is super cute and he's totally checking you out, but you have three homework assignemnts due at 11:59pm! Stay Focused! Don't let these things distract you, there's nothing worse than recieveing a "C" because you would've rathered partied than do your 20 minute assignment! STAY FOCUSED! You don't know it but in a year, you'll be at home sad because you negelcted what should've been your number one priority. School comes first, everything else can wait, fun doesn't expire and every tick or tock from the clock you spend not working, is going to cost you. Stay Focused.

If I could go back to high school my senior year and talk to myself I would say that I did a great job making decisions. During high school, I made some decisions that may not have been the most popular ones with my peers. I stood up for what I believed in, stuck to my morals, and made ethical choices on a daily basis. I admit that it was a difficult thing to do, but I held to what I believed was right. I believe that making these decisions gave me practice of saying "no" when I reached my college days. So, I guess I would tell myself, "Stand for what you believe, practice saying what you need to say, and trust in yourself. Follow your dreams, set your sights high, and strive to do your best in everything you associate yourself with. When you are familiar with these ideas, they fall into place when you are out on your own. " Perhaps the most important advice I would give myself is to ask for help if you need it. It won't make you a weaker person, it will make you a smarter one!

Avoid the word "no" when addressing positive peer pressure. Although course work can be demanding and overwhelming, part of the college experience is discovering you! If you have studied and made the grade, you deserve to have a little fun. Thus, if someone invites you to go bowling, say yes. There's a basketball game at 7? Put on your spirit wear and stand in the bleachers. Board games in the student union? Go ahead and go! The best way to meet people and locate your niche is to attend all sorts of events, even if they are a bit outside of your comfort zone. Now, going outside of your comfort zone doesn't justify pulling a Kat from "Ten Things I Hate About You" and dancing on tabletops after a drunken escapade. For every invitation to go to the movies, there will be ten invitations to have a drink. Another part of the college experience is navigating the answers to difficult questions. In order to solve these tricky situations, remember the reason you're there: to get an education. If the invitation puts your degree in jeopardy, it simply isn’t worth doing.

Hey friend. Quit being a dick. You are smart and creative and have the capacity to be so kind, so stop thinking you're better than everyone else. As soon as you realize that most people are doing their best and have their own dreams and their own insecurities, the better your life will be. Learn how to study. Even though US History is the easiest class you ever had, I guarantee your college History class will require some actual critical thinking. Alcohol can be fun, but don't ever try to solve your problems with vodka. You aren't a very good artist yet, but you will be if you work hard. Always remember why you want to be an artist and don't let a failed professional turned professor tell you, you can't do it. Remember you are loved by many, and never let a boyfriend, girlfriend, or roommate feel like you aren't worthy of love. Buy a filter, the water is gross here. Remember you are here to learn, don't waste your money and your time by half-assing anything. You're going to be fine. Live the life you have imagined. Love, Dave

Towards the end of my high school career, I had my life all planned out. I was more than ready to work my hardest to get myself through college by applying for as many scholarships and even working two part time jobs. The one thing that I regret having planned for myself was my living arrangements. With any sort of opportunity, I would have lived with close friends to withold a more sociable life. With all the time and effort I put towards school and work, it is hard to find time for my past friends and to make new ones. During college, I realize that it is extremely important for me to have the support and love of friends during the most stressful times of my life. Friendship is one of the most important bond that a person can cherish because when we do not have our family around to comfort and help us, we have our second family, friends. Friendship is as equally as strong as the bonds we share with our family.

Going back in time and being able to talk to myself as a senior in high school I'd have a few things to say. First of all, that grades and academics are everything. I'd tell myself to work as hard as I could to get the best grades I possibly could as well as to get involved in as much as I could. Getting involved in college once you arrive is the fastest way to get over being homesick and a great way to meet and make many new friends. The next big thing I'd tell myself is to try new things and to try my hardest at those things. Doing your very best in everything you do is the best way to make yourself a better person. All in all, I'd tell myself to work to the best of my abilities on my grades and academics as well as getting involved and to never give up.

I would like to encourage myself that college is not a place to fear. When incoming freshmen visit, they get this feeling of fear college. They fear the new life, the social environment among others, or they fear the classes. This feelings are experienced by everyone and myself, I felt this. Being far from home, I try to motivate myself to stay busy with school work, athletics, or other activites on campus. Being able to watch myself grow up into the college life and witness myself walking on campus, very nervous. I would encourage myself to be talkative, energized, and outgoing with anyone. Facing reality now, I want to redo some changes and tell some friends what I think about them or how I feel about them. Anyone can be a college graduate, smart or dumb, it wouldn't make a difference to try your best. This is what I would tell myself; to make 4 years of college very exciting and memoriable.

Through my first semester of college I have lived at home, off campus so that college would be more affordable. However, if I could talk to my self as a senior, I would tell myself to try and live on campus in the dorms. I know the reasoning was because of the costs of college, but living off campus I feel makes me miss out on many things such as being a part of the students, making friends, and just simply experiencing the college life. Telling myself this would I think make me have a better college experience where I gain more insight on how living "on my own" really is. My goal is to be awarded a scholarship so that I will be able to afford to live on campus.

I would tell myself that it's not all about the sports and education is very important as a college student. Education is what will make or break my future degree and allow me to provide for myself in the future. I would enlighten to not be shy and be yourself. It's funny how far you can get in relationships with people when you act just the way you are.

Here is some solid advice, go to every single resource you can find on the college campus. Talk to people and ask questions. Take down names, phone numbers, websites, and grab business cards to those who can help you. Do yourself a big favor and stop off at the counselor’s office on the first visit to the college. You should take the aptitude test and nail down a career that will suit you the best. Stay organized! Show up to every class, and turn in all of your assignments. There is no skating through like in high school. Take a lot of notes and stay on task. You will do fine in college classes as long as you stay motivated. Also, people will say that grades really don’t matter, but in college they really do, especially if you want to get into graduate school. Try to breathe a little because being grown-up isn’t so bad. One last thing, don’t forget to play outside and smile otherwise you will make yourself miserable. Oh and have fun by making friends and reaching out to others along the way.

Go out and have fun, never doubt yourself because people will always like the real you.

I would tell myself to not take anything lightly. Going to college students sometimes become lazy because they have so much freedom now that they refrain from studying or doing homework. Do not procrastinate! College kids have a bad habit of waiting to write papers or do homework until the last minute when they have lots of free time to do homework. Do your class work right away and do it right. Waiting will only hurt you in the long run. Also, put yourself in a situation to succeed. Dont' surround yourself with friends who want you to constantly party and not go to class because you will start acting like them eventually. Make friends that want you to succeed and will help you in any situation.

If I could talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to not get too carried away in the independence that you receive in college. I would say that although it is not always required, go to class and the meetings that are held. They are here for your benefit. Also, attend all of the fun Student Activities Board activities. Any opportunity to have fun or learn new things, go visit it because it will not hurt you, only help. Get to know everyone as well. Having many friends in college is great and makes the experience only greater!

Salutations Dayna, please try to believe that I am you in the next two years. What I’m doing here is to alleviate your concerns for the future after you graduate from high school. Why, to help myself be secured with what you’re about to be challenged. Know this detail that when you enter college, temptations will arise each and every day with procrastination, to sleepless nights, and second guessing your decisions. I am completely aware that my being here might change the experiences that I have, but if you can make a more substantial future for yourself: physically and spiritually, let it be the possibility. There are better guys out there to be the one, just be patient. Enjoy getting soaked with college experience and search your inner self to know who you really are. Decide what is best for you and not what others think for you. You’ve heard all the positive sayings to help you in life: listen, memorize and live through them. Eventually you’ll found your own saying to help others live their dreams. Don’t expect too much of everything, life is short as others would say, and God Speed beautiful one.

I would try and convince myself to take classes that really matter and to really think of a future career. This would keep me on track and have less distractions in college. I would explain how easy it is to get distracted and that completing your education in college will open up so many more doors for life. I would also explain how expensivethe college experience can be and that saving and planning for scholarships is very important. No one knows what the future economy holds and being prepared by accessing any and all scholarships will help in the long run. Lastly I would say have fun but keep it in perspective of a few years in college with a lifetime of opportunities. What you think now will be the best time can hold from having enormous experiences after completing college.

Hello Stephanie, Do not procrastinate. Keep up with all work and do not let any opportunities pass you by. College is tough, but you can be tougher. Keep your head in the game. Oh, and do not wait until the last possible moment to look for colleges and a way to get there; community college isn't so rough, but doing anything as a new transfer student is. Yours truly, Yourself

Dear Catherine, Please take the time to read this letter as it contains valuable information for the years ahead. College is an exciting time. You are entering a new life as an adult. It is okay to have fun, but be responsible and never loose sight of your faith. Don’t be in a rush to date, the right guy will come around and let you know he’s the one. I know that you cherish each of your instruments and you will love the lessons on all of them. Just be sure to spend more time on the piano since it is your major. You should also push yourself to memorize more of your music so it won’t be as tedious for you later on. Consider taking more general education classes from Casper College. It will be cheaper to transfer them over than to take them from a four year college. This will also allow you to graduate on time and continue on with the rest of your life! Your parents raised you well, so keep your morals and your faith at the front of your mind and life will go smoothly. Best of luck in college, Catherine

I would tell myself to breath deeply. As a senior I went through a lot of heartache with the lost of friendships and some very important end of the year exams. By the end my nerves were so frayed I could honetly start crying at the drop of a hat. I would tell myself not to worry about which college to choose because the right no was right in front of me. I would tell myself to to weigh other opinions on what I should do with my life so heavily becasue at the end of the day I, not them, will have to live with that I decide. I would also tell myself to not worry about people in my new town, they are just like the ones in my old, just as kind and just as caring. Lastly I would tell myself that although life seems bleak at times, the sun will always rise in the east and for at least 8 hours I will always have that to look forward to.

Education has always been a very important aspect of my life. I knew that at an early age that I needed to do well in school to move not only up in grade levels but also ahead in life. I finished high school in the top 25{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of my class. Now I attend Bethany College and I am doing quite well as a Biology Pre-Med major. College is a big step for almost everyone. Bethany College made the transition extremely easy. The people here at Bethany College make sure that a person adapts well, as for me, I am thriving in everything I do. I participate in cheerleading, chapel choir, and hold a part time job. Bethany makes it easy to accomplish my goals and pushes me to do my best no matter what. College in general has been a great learning experience and will help me as I continue on the path to hopefully change the world by helping premature babies.

I recently received my A.A. degree from Valencia Community College. This month I started at the University of Central Florida. Being a transfer student, I have had to go through many processes to just apply for a new college. Everything is so important when applying because, I have realized... college itself is so important -- especially to succeed and survive successfully in the real world. Obtaining a bachelor's degree in English Language Arts Education is my current main focus in life. Each day I attend a college class it gets me more excited to become a teacher. I have realized in college that life is exactly what you make it. The teachers are not there for themselves, yet for us -- the students. I want to give to students in return for my teachers giving to me. The idea of karma and the saying "what goes around, comes around" really relates to my college experience. The more I put in to my school work... the more I will obtain in the future. Just knowing, understanding, and realizing that excites me beyond belief.