Farmingdale State College Top Questions

If I were given the opportunity to go back in time as a high school senior, I would have made a lot of changes to the ways in which I challenged myself. I have spent my entire life striving for success and achieving high grades. Although this ambition took me very far, I think that at the age of 17-18 I should have allowed myself to do things that I enjoyed instead of being so uptight about making my parents happy. This forced me to miss out on everything that most teenagers get to do. Having a social life is just as important as getting an education. I lost a lot of friends because of this. Now that I have recieved my bachelor's degree, found a job, and own a home, I realize that I have left all of my high school friends behind. My best advice is to myself would have been to enjoy my youth while still pushing myself to succeed. Otherwise, life will pass by all too soon.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself I would say "hey kid, youur young and might not think much of your future, but I know you will do well. i would tell myself its not all fun and games, but with the right attitude and ambition you will will succeed. College is hard work and no matter how much time and effort you put in you will fail sometimes. But always remeber to get back up and keep trying. I would say go to all your classes and make friends and meet new people because they can help you succeed later on. be a part of your schools acticities for students, leave an impression. Most of all do what you think will help you become what you want to be, because these next four years will be the best."

Knowing what I know now, high school would have been different. I would of taken some AP courses, I would have continued my senior year in BOCES for my LPN license and it would have made it easier to become an RN. But knowing myself I probobly wouldn't have listened because I was a very stubborn child. As a senior I would have taken advantage of all that my high school had offered and would have put myself ahead of the game.

I would have a few important conversations covering a few topics. One topic I would discuss with myself is the importance of knowing my strengths, and to think about what careers would align with my strengths. Since I was not entirely sure of all of the strengths that I had, I would strongly encourage taking an assessment. I would encourage becoming knowledgeable of various careers, and taking advantage of resources available at the local library to learn more about them; since I did not know these resources were available at the time. I would encourage myself to find people in careers that I was interested in, and communicate to find out more about their lives and satisfaction in their positions. I would also strongly advocate internships, and volunteering in areas that I am strongly interested in and even in areas where my interest exists mildly. Perhaps the most important topic of discussion would be about finding what I would love to do, regardless of the salary I would make or how long it will take to achieve my goal; rather to pursue a career that I would be satisfied doing without pay, to find the ultimate, satisfying career for myself.

My college experience so far has exposed me to a higher level of academia. It is giving me the tools that I need to be a responsible, headstrong and productive member of our society. From being and on campus resident, I am also networking with people who may be my future colleagues in the work force after I graduate with my degree. College is also giving me the opportunity to be independent and learn how to take care of myself outside of my parents home. I am learning time management skills as well as how to balance a social and academic lifestyle. This college experience is giving me the opportunity to prove what i am capable of to myself as well as my family. I know without a doubt that after I recieve my degree and go into the world on my own, I will be a great mother and wife.

I have been attending Farmingdale State College for over a year now, im in my third semester majoring in Mechanical Engineering technology. What I can say about what I have gotten out of my college experience is that I've learned many things I had no idea about. Many of these things will help me earn a job in the future in the fields Im interested in. My experience has been valuable to me because as I already stated, I am learning many new skills and information that will help me earn a job in the future. It's also valuable to me because I am a diabetic and I will continue to recive my health and dental coverage as long as I am a full-time student at a college. This is very imprtant for me as it allows me to to attend school without worrying about huge medical expenses. My overall college experience has been a pleasant one and I hope to continue to expand my knowlege for my future.

Just do It! I didn't graduate from my high school and the one thing I regret more than not graduating is missing out on that "younger" college experience. At 30, I look around at all of the "kids" around me in my classes and I wish I had been able to experience college life then. I would tell myself finish high school no matter the cost and go away to school. I would recommend Farmingdale, but school has always come easy to me so I don't think my 18 year old self would have a problem transitioning or accepting college life.

I was really on the ball as a high school senior- the only advice I would give myself would be to make sure I had some "fun" classes right off the bat to offset the science and math stuff - learn to sail, take a dance class, etc.

Being that I am an adult now I would definitely finish college straight from graduating high school. There is should be no excuse in getting your education it can take years to get your feet back into the classroom. Having a education is so important these days. I wish back than someone would have pushed me in going to a four year college instead of two year college therefore i would be finished and maybe working on my masters.

If I went back to high school as a senior, I would have accepted my original scholarship to Iona college instead of going to SUNY New Paltz. I chose to play basketball instead of going to a prominent school for a discounted price. If I went to Iona, I could've walked on the basketball team Iona and still ent after my dream of playing collee basketball. I definitely would have spoke to my sibblings more before I chose classes. I am dating an academic advisor and the conversations we have make me upset that I relied so much on my coaches and academic advisors to pick my classes for me. I went through a lot of things during my time in college that definitely made me stronger. My parents got divorced and then my father got a stroke and almost los his house to foreclosure. I also would have taught myself better spending habits. I was not very responsible with credit cards and budgeting. I am a master at it now. I really wouldn't want to change anything because I learned a lot through my expreiences. I am just excited that I have a chance to finish college.