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Learn how to effiecently schedule your time. College is a hectic place and if you aren't organized and go off a schedule, it can be easy to lose control of the situation.

I would tell myself that you need to learn to manage your time better. I had problems at the beggining of freshman year because I just didn't know when to say no when people asked me a favor. I ended up being in so many different clubs and organizations that I was overly stressed out.

First, I would tell myself that it is important to know what your goals are and what you want out of college. College is expensive, the more time and money you exhaust in figuring out what you want, the longer it will take you to reach your goals. Have a goal and never give up on it, no matter how long it will take to accomplish. Then, I would remind myself that it is acceptable to seek help when needed; that is what the faculty is there for. Most importantly, I would tell myself to relax! It is easy to become stressed and overwhelmed, but difficult to learn how to cope. It is important to relax and believe in your abilities.

Don't get lost in the hustle bustle of college, alcohol, dating. Focus on your schoolwork. In 5 years, the classes you skipped, the parties you went to, and the people you dated will mean NOTHING, but the grades you got or didn't get, will follow you for the rest of your life. Future schools and jobs look at your transcripts and it could make or break furthering your education or getting that dream job. Focus.

I have learned to manage a full-time job, family and continue my education. I know that by graduating from college it will help my family be more stable in the future.

After one semester of college I have learned an enormous amount of things about college and myself. College has taught me that procrationation is a habit that needs to be broken early on. With that, it has taught me how to better manage my time. With better time management I have been able to participate in many more clubs and activities outside of my studies that before I would have never thought possible. Through these activites I have met many friends that I think I could keep after I graduate. Through just this one thing I have learned so much. I have become a more responsible and mature student and person, which will help me succeed further into my college career. It has been valuable to attend because I could gain these qualities and use them to help me in the future. College has opened my eyes to the real world and all the possibilities that are out there when you earn a college degree. It was one of the best decisions I've ever made.

I have grown extensively throughout my college experience thus far. I have learned to grow as an individual without relying on my parents as well as gaining remarkable insight academically into the area of study of exercise science focusing primarily on human performance. I have met numerous professors who have my education and overall best interest in mind. I was fortunate enough to be part of a soccer team that is transforming into a respected program that this university can be proud of. As a freshman player, I gained the experience of starting and playing in all eighteen games. I have met friends that will withstand the test of time and push me to be the best person I can be. I have immensely enjoyed college and the valuable experiences it has provided. I am looking forward to my next few years.

Picture this... Meeting new people everyday that have different backgrounds than you, forming unforgettable friendships, and studying into the night just so you can smile when the grades come out. Those are just some of the things that a person gets to experience in college. The classes that you select are also part of the experience. Even if you aren't sure about your major you have the opprotunity to experiment. Some of my favorite classes have been outside of my major. I have discovered that it is valuable to attend college for more than just an education. It is about the connection a student gets to make with their chosen proffesion and those proffesors that go the extra mile to make that connection stronger. Sometimes the best teachers are fellow classmates who are taking this journey with us. College is an amazing and difficult journey, but it's worth it. I look forward to the years to come.

I would tell myself to earn more college credit. If I would have earned more college credit, I wouldn't have to take as many general classes. That would have allowed me to take more classes in my major right away.

If I could go back in time to when I was a senior in high school I would give many words of advice. A major problem that I am now facing is learning how to study. If I could return in time, I would make sure to take the time to learn before I got to college. Although I took many college classes in high school I was not prepared. I would have loved to give myself the advice to be prepared for the new. People as well as school are different in this atmosphere. Any freshman need to advice to keep their heads up. The first semester will be the hardest, but you will make the transition. Don?t give up, and save as much money as you can. College is not cheap and you still may have other financial obligations. This is not a time to slack so pay attention, get a job, try your hardest, but also have fun.