D’Youville College Top Questions

I would tell myself to take the time to develop a variety of study methods. I attended a small high school where I was considered one of the top students. I felt that the coursework was easy and hardly ever took the time to actually study for a test. Upon entering my freshman year of college, I assumed that college would be just as easy as high school. However, when my first college test came along I was rudely awoken from that dream. A variety of study methods would be helpful in college because a college ciriculum includes an aray of subjects. Each subject may require a different study method in order to do well on the test and memorize the difficult material.

I would have focused more my senior year to prepare better for college. I attended an 2 year college getting my 2 year degree. I knew I wanted to be a nurse, however my gpa was not up to standards for a 4 year program. Now I am in the program and it is a lot of hard work. If I had to go back I dont believe I would because I believe that everything in life happens for a reason. I learned from my choices in life and that has made me a better person.

Have faith in yourself, you can do it.

I would tell my self to study and do good in high school. To use my full potential acedemically, so then i could have gotten more scholarships and wouldn't desperatly be looking for money to pay for college.

I have only been in college for three semesters, but I think I would have plenty to say if I could talk to myself as a high school senior. I would initially tell myself to enjoy and cherish the rest of high school, but know that college is indeed an exciting experience. I would also tell myself to make sure I order my books on time, and to study more for that first Anatomy lab practical. Beyond these little pieces of advice, I would tell myself to not let anything hold me back. I would give the advice to be more outgoing, in every aspect of college life. I would tell myself that while picking the right college is very important, a college experience is less about which school you attend and more about what you put into the experience. I would tell myself that being a commuter can make the transition to college life a little difficult. However, it would definitely help to get more involved on campus, join more clubs, and go to more campus events, especially during the first year. I would say that your experience is what you make of it.

Take classes in highschool that you think are going to be relative to what major you are going to take in college. Focus on study skills, and note taking capabilities. Do not use highschool as a time to have fun and blow off your grades, instead use it as a learning experience to prep yourself for college.

If I could go back in time and talk to my high school self, I would tell myself to take college more seriously. I would make sure I knew that it was not as easy as high school was, and that if you want the good grades, you really need to put in the work. I would also tell myself to be a little more social when I got to college and make more friends from different groups. I would tell myself to socialize with all different people, rather than just the people that live on my floor and people that I met through/with them.

I would tell myself that it will be tough but, that "you can do it". You are hard working and focused, and the time will fly. Most importantly I would tell myself to enjoy the ride.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to pay more attention in college classes! Sometimes I find myself daydreaming and doodling during class, so when I comes time to studying for a test, I really have to put a lot more time and effort into my preparation. I would also gell myself to always go to professors and ask for help when you begin to feel like you're falling behind - don't wait until it's too late! Most professors are more than willing to go out of their way to help you and if they feel like you are putting a valid effort into their class, they will give you the benefit of the doubt. Also, find study groups! When other people are involved, they tend to motitvate you when you aren't feeling upto studying. They also give some outlet of socializing when you need a quick (or a long) break from the books! Lastly, stay determined! Keep a goal/picture in mind and don't stop until you get there.

Dear past Devan, I know that senior year is a difficult time and that you have a lot of things going on, but you need to focus. Really think about what you want to do with the rest of your life. You don't want to become a pastry chef, so stop with that nonsense. However, I know that you're stubborn and will not listen to me. So go ahead and apply to those culinary schools, but also take the time to research some other really great schools so that when the time comes to choose you will have numerous options at your fingertips. You'll assume that choosing the appropriate college is easy and will just fall into your lap, but it won't. I part of the reason you're hesitating about applying to all these schools is because you're uncertain about what you really want to do with your life. I would like to tell you to not be afraid and to put in the extra effort when it comes to your future. Finally, don't sit back and assume the world will come to you, you must go to it!