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I would tell myself to not wait to go to college like I did. Just jump into it and don't look back. There's nothing to be scared of, it's just a necessary part of growing up. Friends may be lost in high school but plenty more are made in college.

I started my journey in college in 2004 with concurrent enrollment after returning to high school after a two year span of dropping out three different times my junor year in 2002. I earned almost 30 credits and a glimpse into the future and the possibilities I did not think would ever be available to me. I gained the self confidence of knowing that I no longer needed to be scared of "growing up" and I could have the life I dreamed of with a career that revolved around me instead of finding work that I would have to revolve around because nothing better would be available for me. After being out of school so long I had forgotton how intelligent I could be and was headed down the wrong path in life. I only attended the two semesters between 2004 and 2005 and thought I would never be able to return without the financial support of my parents. In the fall of 2010 when my husband who himself had dropped out in 8th grade and is now 34 years old wanted to return to school so that we would have a future, I realized we could have it all!

When I first enrolled at my school, I have learned a lot of new things. I learned how to register classes online after looking the course catalog. I learned how to use the syllabus. The staff at the computer lab showed me how to create and activate my account to use their computers and they were very helpful. Made a lot of new friends while attending this school. My instructors were very helpful. The staff at the student services and financial services were helpful and kind. I have learned a lot of new vocabulary from my school. My academic advisor understands me and is very helpful. This school definitely help me reach my goal to become a successful person with a good job after graduation and make my dreams come true. If you have a problem, this school will help and resolve it.

I have gotten so much out of this experience, it has completely changed my perspective on many things! I have met people who i will cherish meeting for a very, very long time. I have new friends from literally all over the world thatnks to this college. The proffessors here are so down to earth and just know what's going on in the real world since they themselves are so involved in our community. I am extremely grateful for all of this and all of the benefits we have for simply being students here at the college of Southern Nevada.

I have gained knowledge and insight. It has inspired me to pass my new knowlege with the children I will teach one day. It has allowed me to realize new interests and new ideas. I have gained new perspectives on life and the world. I have became a better student and know that I will always be a student because I will keep learning.

I have recieved plenty of exciting "hands-on" experiences. My couselors make my day with their motivational advice and my instructors put a smile on my face because of how passionate they are about their students' education. That is why College of Southern Nevada has been valuable to attend.

Attending college has shown me a whole other life that I would have never known existed in me if I hadn't attended. College has made me become more outgoing and I am beginning to grow into the person I know I am supposed to be. It has shown me what I really want out of life and I how I want my life to turn out. You step out of your comfort zone, take chances, and meet so many amazing people. College is a time in my life that I will never forget and probably always want to go back to.

I have learned that college and adult life is not like high school life. In high school parents and teachers are there to hold your hand and remind to turn in papers, to do homework and guide you. While in college your professors and parents still maybe there to help but it is mainly up to you to get your education. If you miss a day of school, YOU have to see the professor, you have to make sure that your paper is turned in on time and it fulfilled all the requirements. Also from attending college I have learned that just attending is not enough. You have to challenge yourself to learn and to grow. You have to push because sometimes classes will be hard, test are gonna make you want to quit. But you cannot you have to achieve your goal.

Out of my college experience I have learned how to make friends and pass classes. I have also learned some other vital things, when I was at College of Southern Nevada, that are really valuable to know. One of those things is to always look up a teacher on the internet before signing up for his/her class. It really could help you. I have also learned that some classes are very hard to get into so to make sure to register early and know your dates and time when you can register. It has been valuable to attend College of Southern Nevada because I was able to learn a lot of interesting things on different subjects. It has also given me a foundation for my future college experience.

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I have received a lot of information just attending school again. When I graduated I was not sure if I was going to return, but when I did I realized how important it is to continue an education. I have become more discipline with myself and learned how to become more orgainized. I have learned how to do accounting and to work with numbers in a different way, also I have become better at english, especially my writing. School has been valuable to me because I know that it will help me go further in my career goals. It will give a better look as to what I can accomplish. Thank you for taking the time to read what I have written.

I consider myself a little older and wiser than a typical 25 year-old college student. After all, I completed my Masters Degree in Social Work Administration in one year when I was 22 years old. I worked very hard to get to that point only to realize that although I loved helping others, my heart belonged with my part-time job in pharmacy. If I could go back to myself as a senior in high school, I would encourage myself to slow down. Think about what I really want to do with the rest of my life. Also to weigh all the options and not be so harsh to make a decision based off an idea. Don?t make up reasons to justify that this is what you really want to do because you settle with the idea and don?t believe in yourself that you could ever do anything medical. I know myself, I am very stubborn. I already had my mind made up and there?s no going back. I just hope that I would be able to share my experience and hopefully get myself to listen enough to stop and think before leaping head first.

I would have definitely start thinking about college as early as Freshman year. I would have worked and studied hard not only with SATs but by becoming a more well-rounded person. I wouldn't have joined so much school activities that I didn't really love but I joined simply because it looked good on a resume, but I would have just worked extra hard on the activities that I really did love and care about. I would have established a better relationship with my school counselors and teachers as well as my fellow classmates since the ability to work well with others is one of the biggest assets that college look for in a candidate. I would have ventured out in other extra curricular activities, not only in school but in the community as well and volunteered more. Volunteering is such a big plus because it shows selflesness and being an active and caring member of society and having recommendations belonging from those outside school proves that you are a very well rounded person. Also, if you are a senior and you haven't done any of this stuff, it's never too late!

As Im walking through the halls of my college campus, I see many familiar faces that I went back to school with. I simply just smile and say "hello" as I walk to my next class. It is at this moment that flashbacks go through my head of my High School and senior year. Memories that I will never forget run through my head. I smile. Im in college now, a fresh start has just begun. I don't know any of my peers, and I've notice that the majority of people are older than me. My friends, my old school, my High School soccer team, it is all gone and unfortunately never coming back. High School was more as a learning experience for me. I must admit that I was immature and was down the majority of times over the smallest things. I've made many mistakes, behaved immaturely, and did not enjoy these times to the fullest. I remember when one is in High School, all he os she cares about is graduating, and when one is in College and older, one looks back Senior year. My advice, enjoy life to the fullest, nothing more or less.

If I was able to go back in time and let myself know as a high school senior was college was actually going to be like i would say that you should read the text book that is required, and to take as much notes as humanly possible because who knows when the instructor will let you have open note quizzes. I would also that not every instructor will be fair about things but to always do your best with what you are given and you will go far in your endeavors.

If I was able to go back in time and talk to myself as a senior I would stress the importance of a college degree, money, and living the "college life". I would explain to myself that to have a career, instead of just a job, pretty much mandates a college diploma. It might seem cool now to work at the local fast food joint but pretty soon life sets in and you will want more for yourself. A diploma can help with that. Also, try to get it done in a timely matter. Being 29 years old and realizing you have been in school for 5 years with nothing to show for it is very upsetting. Loans will be a big part of your life to help pay for your schooling, and thats ok, but realize that they must be paid back. It is not free money and borrowing the maximum amount to go on vacation may seem like a good idea now, but it won't feel good when you have to start paying the loans back. Join clubs, make friends, and most importantly enjoy yourself, your college experience will be much better for it.

I would begin by giving myself the advice I sought after when I first wondered about college. I would tell myself that unlike in High School, the staff of Universities and Colleges are there to help you with anything you need. Be it emotional or scholastic most members of the campus staff are happy to help you learn. Second, I would reassure myself that even though college is one step away from the real world you're never too far from home. Knowing that, there's nothing to be afraid of when first stepping on to a campus. Finally, I would remind myself that I should not worry about a career choice early on in the college experience. By worrying about that in your first years of college you will end up always worrying if you made the right choice. By waiting until a career you really think you'll enjoy comes to you the thought of "did I really make the right choice?" will never come up. The college experience is something that everyone should go through and even though the transition can seem daunting at times you will quickly learn to thoroughly enjoy every aspect of campus life.

If I went back in time to talk to my past self to give advice about college life and making its transition I would tell myself to WAKE UP!!! I was a log in my senior year of high school. I would tell myself to get active and involve myself by applying for college. I would scold myself about completing the FAFSA application as soon as possible, putting more effort in scholarships, grants, etc., calling universities and seeking out their requirements and tuition costs, studying more for the ACT, SAT, and AP exams, and asking for letters of recommendations. There would be an endless speech of advice to give myself. But, most importantly I would tell myself to be realistic and stop searching for a full ride athletic scholarship. It hurts to admit it even now, but in that senior year of HS, I did not posses the skills or athleticism to obtain an athletic scholarship. I would open my past self's eyes and put him to focus on what was obvious to me now; thatwas getting accepted to a proper university. Perhaps if I did these things I would not have wasted half a year of my life.

I would tell myself to never take a break from school. It's usually so difficult to get back into the process of school and furthering your education. It can be done, however for most people it isn't as simple as it sounds. Do not get involved with credit cards without extreme caution. They can severly damage your credit and it could take several years or even decades to pay off balances, depending on how high the debt becomes. Do not get too involved with a girlfriend. Depending on how a relationship is handled or how intimate it gets, a relationship could be a major distraction against completing your college education. Before you know it, you could find yourself wanting to get married and even have kids. Afterwards, you would without a doubt need a steady job that pays very well to support your family that you've created. At this point, finishing or beginning your college education would be extremely difficult. The transition to college is far easier directly from high school because waiting to start a family until after college is far easier to handle, less stressful and much healthier for your family.

I would tell myself to get into a good habit of not procrastinating. Teachers expect you to have your work in on time and they do not have to give you credit if it is late. It is also good to register early and get payments in on time so that you get the classes you want. They fill up quickly. I would have told myself to not worry about making friends or being scared. I made plenty and it wasn't scary, it was fun and I got to be more independent. The biggest thing I would have told myself was to just relax and enjoy the time I had, no matter what came my way and to get as much out of the experience as possible.