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For me if i could do it over, I would definately have taken my master's courses right out of college. I would also have had my major decided and not changed it three different times. I would also say to myself my degree is for me and no one else. As far as the transition of living on campus, for me I think i would have stayed with friends more so that I wouldn't of missed my family as much. I also would have stayed in the dorm no matter what and then move into an apartment and not back home. I would also tell myself that I deserved this opportunity and I am a good student and I can succeed.

You’ve been on a straight path toward success all your life, baby, and the pressure of other people’s expectations is about to get to you. You will crash and burn a little bit before you graduate, and you won’t really find your feet again until your second year of college, but what I want to tell you is this: that’s okay. You are human and flawed and wonderful, and I wish you wouldn’t spend the next few years beating yourself up for and regretting the times you slipped after graduation. We all make mistakes, but the mistakes you make will shape your life and temper your spirit, and girl, you will be so thankful for those mistakes down the road. You’ve got an amazing life ahead of you, and once you learn to turn down the external voices and listen to your still, small, soul voice, you will shine. Try not to waste time regretting your mistakes, but remember that every moment is a chance for you to learn, to listen, and to let yourself grow. But if you can help it, try not to get mono during your freshman year of college.

I would tell myself to get ready for alot of work. Theres no playing around in college and you have to be ready for anything a professor throws at you

Stay positive and focus. You can do anything you put your mind to. College is just like starting over in high school just in a slightly bigger facililty. Get involved in groups of clubs. Just always stay focused. School work comes first and you can do it as long as you don't let negative people influence you. Never let the things other people do effect who you are and what you want to do. Study often and do not put things off until the last minute. Get enough sleep and try not to let distractions get to you.

My number one piece of advice would probably be to stop procrastinating. Seriously, though: stop procrastinating. I would say, "Brittany, you're going to save yourself an incredible amount of stress if you start your papers and projects earlier, instead of the night before." "Girl, you better learn how to study, too. I'm not talking about that 'browsing over your notes and wishing for the best' kind of studying; I'm talking about really digging deep and asking tough questions that go along with the material." This particular year I also realized that I am in a major that I probably won't pursue as a career when I graduate. I love education, but I think I chose my major because I enjoyed the high school atmosphere. I would encourage the younger me to research more major/career options. However, I would also encourage me to be open to changing focuses while taking major classes. And perhaps most importantly, I would have sternly urged the younger me to apply for more scholarships and learn more about the financial process. Understanding finances might be one of the most important lessons I've had to learn thus far.

Before entering college take time to work, travel, and have fun with friends to find out who you really are as a person, so you can make the best decision about what you want to do as a career for the rest of your life. Don't let pressure of society push you into school before you are ready because until you are truly motivated and mature enough, studying will be harder, classes won't be as interesting, and you will waste a lot of money and time just going through the motion of being a college student. Once you find that motivation studying will come easier and you will learn the information taugh in the classroom so you can carry that information over to your career, instead of learning the material for the test and forgetting it a week later. This will give you more self confidence and won't have regrets of large student loans and time wasted.

The advice I would give myself from high school would be to keep closer contacts with the friends you graduated with. There are so many more friends to make here. However, dont forget the friends you spent the majority of your life growing up with. Keep your ties from high school as well as making new ones in college.

If I could go back to myself as a high school senior I would first tell myself to join more extracurricular activities. Being a part of interest groups and clubs is a great way to make friends and network. I did not do enough of this my first year of college. I was too afraid of the new world I was entering into when I should have submerged myself into it. If I had made myself more open to all the college had to offer socially along with academically I think I would have been even more successful in my pursuits. I feel that if I had made these connections and networked I would have had a larger support group when I left college. A larger support group would have made me more prepared for life outside of college and more aware of the opportunities available out there. I would have known more people in my field going through the same things I was and we would be able to help each other. I hid too much from the social aspect of college and would tell my senior self not to do that.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior about what I know about college life and making the transition I would give myself so much useful advice. First I would tell myself to start applying for scholarships as soon as possible because there are so many out there for college freshmen. I would also tell myself to be open to new people and start the year off right by finding a group of friends that surround you with positive experiences and encouraging words. Getting involved is another important thing to remember. Having a resume with many different experiences as well as memberships to organizations shows employers that you are very involved. Overall I would tell myself to give everyone a chance and just enjoy the college life by interacting with people you know will only push you in a positive direction.

Dear Senior Megan, Hello you may have many questions as to whom is writing you this letter. Well first off I would like to congradulate you for all the accomplishments you have made through out your high school career thus far. You really have made your parents and me very proud. This letter I am writing to you is basically a tool to help you out with any questions you may possible have. Long story short I am you from the future and believe it or not, I am a second semester freshman at Clarion university. By now you have been accepted by 2 of you 3 top schools and I know that selecting Clarion wasn't hard for you. Clarion is a wonderful University and you shouldn't worry about anything that is to come. Don't stress over making friends or what to wear on the first day. Everything will work out for you. You make a ton of break throughs in college and you have a tight knit group of friends that are like your family. So enjoy your senior year, it flies by WAY TOO FAST! Trust me ;) Your Future Self :)

When I was a high school senior, I did a lot of things on my own when it came to college. I applied to colleges on my own, I did my financial aid on my own, and I applied for loans and scholarships on my own. Ofcourse I had counselors and teachers help, but I wanted to do everything on my own. I thought doing things on my own was a step to becoming a women. If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to let others help me in the process. With others help I would have received more scholarships. I should have taken others advice into consideration and not just mine. I have learned my lesson, and I am currently being helped my a lot of people including family memebers.

I would tell myself not to procrastinate on filling out college applications but not to stress out too much over where to go to school because it will all work out in the end.

If i could go back to when i was a high school senior i would let myself know that you need to study and you need to go to class. This is because if you do not do this you are left behind and your grades will fall, and like many professors have told me its like a full time job so treat it like it is one.

You've always done well with very little effort. Learn good study habits in high school because you will certainly need them throughout your college career. Your classes will require much more time and effort, and you must plan your time well in order to complete assignments on time and prepare for exams. Learn your advisor's name immediately and introduce yourself during the first week of class. See your advisor immediately when you feel like your grades are slipping, and do not wait until it's too late to do something to improve your grades. Be active on campus and you will make friends quickly. Choose friends wisely.

I know you want to compete in college but you should visit all the colleges you go to before you go there. Don't go there just once and make your decision. It's easy to have a really good time if you only go for one night. Make sure it's the place that you can see yourself before you make that big committment. College is going to be fun no matter where you go, but make sure it's the right place for you

It has been my dream since I was in fourth grade to go to school. I have gotten to meet new people, live in a completely different area out of my comfort zone, I met amazing proffessors, and I am do great in the classroom. I work at the alumni office where i persuade alumni to donate money to the university. Last semester I raised over $34,000 for my University. I love my job so much because I get the opportunity to help someone else get the opportunity to get an education. Education is the key to a successful life and career. Some people do not get that chance that I have now. I would not change it for the world. I almost got my dreams ripped from me when my parents decided not to help me with school. But I received a scholarship, I was allowed to live off campus, and i work two jobs on campus. I am doing what I have to do to get my education because it is the most important thing to me. It is very hard to work two jobs, take 18 credits, and pay all my bills but I am trying.

So far, I have learned more than I ever thought I would. Through high school it was always the same general information that we already knew, but in college it's fresh and exciting material presented in new ways. I have become a better writer, increased my understanding in mass media, and learned the basics of psychology and modern history. I have learned how to study. I never needed to in high school, so the whole college thing was a bit of a challenge at first. Through hard work and perseverence, I now can apply myself to the fullest in any class I enroll in. I have learned who I want to grow up to be like, and the types of people I should congregate to or shy away from. I've learned how to be me.

After graduating with my Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, and working for two years in outside sales, I have been compelled to re-examine my academic goals and focus on the future of my career. In order to succeed in my endeavors, I now realize that a Master's degree in Business Administration is essential to further my academic and career aspirations. I believe that by adopting the tools and disciplines demonstrated within an MBA program, I can only succeed on my path to self-enrichment. I have had a clear objective since high school in regards to my future plans, and I enrolled in college having decided on a major in Business Management. Soon after, I decided to take on a second major in Industrial Relations, and participated in an internship within the field of scientific sales. Since college, I worked as a sales and territory manager. I realize that through an intensive program, I will be exposed to management practices and other real-world functions, and will also have the opportunity to gain the life-experiences of my professors and fellow peers. This scholarship will help me finish with my MBA degree.

I am a go-getter. I believe in order to get anywhere in life you need to be that type of person. Yes, I have had some great teachers/professors in my life that have helped me get to where I am going, but I have only met and gotten to know those people because I tried. I see alot of people walk around campus complaining and whinning about this school, but then I ask them have you taken the time to get to know your professors or have you taken the time to make yourself stand out in the crowd? Usually, they say no. I think you need to make yourself different. You need to make yourself stand out in the crowd (in a good way) or you will get lost in the shuffle at a University. If I have learned one thing, I have learned to make myself stand out and be proud of myself.

I'm currently in the middle of my second semester of my first year of a two year degree. I have learned that it is possible to succeed even when I have doubts. I've learned that studing as an adult has been easier than when I was in high school, and I'm much more focused on the long term goal. Since I've started college as a single parent, with little income to support us has made my daughter and I much more appricative of what we had in the past, and the future look much brighter for the both of us.