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All students run across the "senioritis" page at some point near graduation. We get distracted and unfocused. Please, stay on track and keep the motivation strong. You're a great student, you work hard and you always push yourself. Don't let your focus be too far ahead in the future to the point where you lose sight of your goals now. You know where you want to be and you know you can get there. It's also not the end of the world if you don't go directly into a four year university straight out of high school. I know you will feel like you'll be unaccomplished if you finish your general ed in a community college, but I suggest it. It's cheaper, more accessible and allows time for you to figure things out. Also, it has been a much smoother transition into a four year university as a transfer student than a first time freshmen. Keep that under consideration. Also, remember to not overwhelm yourself, use this time in your life to make memories. You're so young, you should not be so stressed out. Relax, live, and don't take life too serious.

I would tell myself, to "Put the extra effort forth now, while the math is simple, because it will only get harder from here on. No matter what always remeber to keep your chin up though and keep moving forward, everyhting will work out only when you Trust In God."

Enjoy your time there and expand your social circle. Dont worry too much about the academics and let loose more, you only have only time to enjoy your college experience.

The thing that I would tell myself if I had the chance is to learn how to balance play and work.

The only thing I would go back and tell myself is to take dual credit. At my high school the councilers only pushed A.P. classes, I had no idea I could have alomst a complete year of college done before I had even graduated high school. If I'd known this I would have one year left in school and things would be better set up for me right now. I know I wouldn't advise myself to do anymore note taking, studying, or homework because I already do it all and have a high GPA because of it and I'm proud to say that I do because I have worked hard for that GPA. When in high school, I got sick and was out of school for an extended period of time, I taught myself everything from home as a freshman and kept that trend going all throughout high school. By the time my senior year rolled around I wasn't in the top 10{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} and for a hardworking, perfectionist like myself, that was devistating. When I got to start fresh in college I strived to not let my illness affect my grades and It hasn't.

I am walking down the hall in my high school and I bump my shoulder to one who looks like me as a senior. This is the time I can help myself become better at certain things so that I don’t make the same moves and perhaps take a different path to see what greatness unfolds.Greek life, it is excitement that’s shown and heard in those two words. High school Jackie would’ve not wanted to pursue it; Graduate Jackie says that I should consider it. Sure it will be time spent socializing as well as attending mixers rather than studying in your dorm room. It is fundamentally all about networking and the people you know. It is perfectly fine to seek a sorority that is fit for who I am and what I can offer them and not to think that it’s all a waste of time.Last, seek an internship related to your major early so that I will know what I am interested in and what I want to excel in. It is normal to also change your major enough to know what you want to become an expert in.

Don't waist time. College life has the ability to be one of the most enjoyable and memorable times of your life, but it can also be one of the most regretful. You must understand the importance of maintaining a stellar grade point average, while developing yourself into a professional that the world needs. Take full advantage of the resources that are accessible to you, and work hard to build long lasting relationships with your campus community, professors, and established professionals. Your future is truly in your hands and no one other than yourself can decide the life you are destined to live. Lapses in judgement can result in regrets that are irreversible. Don't fall victim to the distractions that college life presents as their will be many nights where studying will not seem appetizing. You must have a clear vision and always stay focused as you embark down a journey that will surely change your life forvever. The ability to pay attention at the most unpleasant times will surely build character and be of great benefit to you. Never be afraid to think out loud and give yourself advice like I've given from me to you.

I would say it is ok to make mistakes as long as you learn something from and better yourself. Since sometimes your mistakes can lead you to make the best decision of your life. College is not for fun or enjoying the campus life, it is another step to make it on your own and to better your standard of living. College is not something that fits your personality, rather a necessary resource that will help you out in your future.

Hey Self...you will be graduating high school soon and going into college. I know this is daunting, but all those AP classes you are taking have you in great shape. Unfortunately, you know that workload it took you one year to complete? Well, it is now packaged into a little more than two months. So, read every chapter, take lots of notes, and dedicate time to understanding material, not just memorizing it. Also, if you decide the book is too difficult to read all the way through, just pay attention to the professor. They will often skew the material into a better understanding for us anyways. But, other than studying, remember to network as much as possible. Make friends in your major and other majors. Make friends with your professors too. You will want them to remember you and have them available when you look for your first job, or need that recommendation. And remember, change your major as many times as you want. Oh, and don't worry about finances too much, you can pay that back later. So, study hard, play hard, and have the best time of your life!

Young Matthew, as excited as you are to being going to college and expanding your vast array of knowledge be aware that most of your education comes not from the classroom, but the people you surround yourself with. Be outgoing, be loud, be noticed. Help anyone you can to better themselves as it will always benefit you. Make lots of friends and participate in student body, special groups or organizations as much as you can. The people in your class are not your competitors but you team mates and will be collegues for the rest of your life. Never think you don't have anything in common with the person next to you for you both have a passion to further your education and pursue your dreams. Now go forth in confidence that you will never let a moment pass you by. Carpe Diem, my friend, Carpe Diem!