Florida SouthWestern State College Top Questions

Through my high school, I have taken Composition I and II at the school's campus. This class has been the best class that I have taken. I have learn so much about writting and about myself. I learned different ways of writting and how to do certain things the right way. I also learned a bit more about what college expectations are like. But mostly, I have learned about myself. I have learned many different ways that I learn, from trial and error to repetition. I also learned a lot about how I think and how I manage to get things done. It was a great time to learn time management and independence in my school work.

I will be attending Edison State College in the summer of 2010. It is important to attend college for me, not only because will I be the first person to recieve a degree in my family, but also, having an education is the only way to suceed in life now and days. With my education, I plan to rehabilitate endangered and threatened species. Earning my degree can help me change the world.

I would have to tell myself to get over my shyness. To go to class no matter what. College is alot easier then some people lead you to believe. If you dont try you will never succeed.

If I could go back in time I would apply for more scholarships and really focus on getting financial help for school. I would also study more and practice not prograstinating because in college procrastinating is hard to get away with.

My advice would be to attend college straigt from high school.

I would tell myself to relax. Back then, I thought that every minute of my life I would be studying, trying to make deadlines, and just be completely overwhelmed. But that's not true. Instructors realize how hard life is for us since we are trying to get out into the world. They give alot of essays, but they also offer lenient due dates. Classes don't even consume the entire day like in high school. You can take your class for a few hours and still have the whole day to live. Now I tell myself "Don't panic."

I would tell myself how important having a education is. I would have told myself to try as hard as you can now, and it will be sure to pay off in the long run.

I would first tell myself that money does not grow on trees and to save it, not spend it as soon as I get some. I would tell myself to make a budget and save. I would also tell myself to not stress out. Life is short and there is no need to stress over little things. As long as I do my best I will have made myself happy. I can always retake a class, and everything is replacable so just live in the moment, and breathe. The most important thing I would tell myself is there will always be boys, I do not need one. Also if I loose one there will be more, and at my age people are not as mature as I am, so get through school and do not worry about boys, there is plenty of time after school. If you do find a boy and he is truely great then take it slow and remember you are only young once so have fun, but be responsible. Basically I would tell myself live smart, but do not age yourself beyond your time, worrying will get you nowhere, just live the best life you can.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would give myself a few tips about college. First I would tell myself to be a good student. The definition of a good student is not someone who gets straight A?s. A good student is one that shows up to class on time and prepared. Also I would tell myself to take advantage of professor?s office hours. Meet with the professor for extra help. This will give you a better understanding of the course work and the professor will see that you are trying hard. Finally I would give myself the secret to studying. Make flash cards and get your work done ASAP. By making flash cards you are writing which will increase comprehension. When you get your work done you have time to let your professors review it.

If I could go back in time I would advise myself to choose your career path carefully, develop good study habits, be patient and don't rush. Meet with a counselor and take the time to truelly examine yourself and select a career path that will be something that you can see yourself doing in 20 years or more. Also consider why am I choosing this path. Make time for and develop good study habits. You can get good grades by cramming at the last minute but you won't retain the information unless you truelly learn the material. Be patient, college life is more about following rules and learning to navigate the system. You have plenty of time to live your life. Take these years in college and make them the foundation for the rest of your life.

I would tell myself to make sure you your research as to what profession I need to focus on. I dont want to wander aimlessly just taking general ed courses and not pinpoint on a career. College is expensive and you want to make sure you can pay off your student loans once you are done. Also, make sure you do research as to what professors to take. A bad professor can make or break your grades and success . I would also, make sure to study what I love. You want to love your profession. It will make studying easier and eventually going to work everyday easier. Lastly, stay away from the free credit cards offers. Accepting a credit card while going to college is absolutely ridiculous. They shouldn't even be allowed to come onto campus.

As a highschool senior I couldn't wait to get out into to the real world. I did whatever I had to do to get out quick. Knowing what i know now I'd give myself the knowledge of the real worl of how things can be so difficult. I would have paid more attention in class and made sure I would understand the information instead of rushing it in and out. Once I graduated I took 4 years off, now I wish I would have kept going like everyone said I should. So here I am, just starting college and struggling. Working full time to support myself and paying out of my own pocket. Listen to your parents when they tell you that the real world is hard, they went through it and they know whats best.

Wow. If I could talk to myself as a high school senior, I probably wouldn't listen. I would tell myself to take every oppurtunity that became available, apply for a scholarship every day, fill out a college application once a week, and take my SAT's just once more. Maybe if I had done that I wouldn't be in the situation I'm in today. I'd tell myself to listen to my parents and try to make things right with them, and that I don't have to move out as soon as I get a job. "Kathryn Rose," I'd start, "Push yourself, be the best student you can be, volunteer, join another club, get a job, develop long lasting friendships, and don't rely on just that boy you so desperately love. You are more than you think and you can do anything your heart desires. I know things seem like they are just falling apart but trust me, you can stitch them back together and everything will work out." If someone had told me that, I don't know that I would have listened but, I sure wish someone had.

Although difficult,attend secondary schooling while you are free from most responibilities,such as children,mortgage payments and things of that nature. Don't doubt yourself and believe that you can accomplish whatever you set your mind to. Look forward to where you would like to be,instead of where you just end up.This is YOUR career,not somone else's! It is up to you when, where and how this happens.Just know that whatever course or path you venture down,it is never to late to begin your secondary education.Lood luck with whatever you do with your life.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a senior in highschool, I would tell myself how important it is to get a good education. I'm 23 years old and just now starting my college education. Although I'm so glad I am back in school, it's much harder for me now than it would've been fresh out of highschool. I would tell myself that it's not as pointless as I thought it was, and that you do need a good education to get ahead in life. Four years might seem like a long time, but it's really not. Most importantly, I'd tell myself the harder I try and the more work I put it now, the easier things will be in the future. I'm pretty sure I would take my word for it.

When you start out get a complete understand on how financial aid and scholarships work. Don't forget to study hard, and save up as much money as you can over the summer months. Alot of mistakes happen because you don't full understand things, so don't forget to take your time, and ask questions if you need to. Make sure to form study groups early in the semester this is one of the key things to do to make it easier to understand your material for classes. Plus, its a great way to meet new people and expand your social networking skills for the future!

I would tell myself to stick it out. As someone who was not very excited about school back then, I have learned now just how important a college education is. Not just for my own gains, but for those of my children as well. It became clear to me as my daughter was entering Middle School, that I could not effectively impress on her the importance of an education, if I myself was not educated. I am not only improving my abilities, but setting a good educational example for my 2 girls. I would tell my former self that my children would be very proud of me and support me in my efforts. I would also tell my former self to get over the unease about returning to school being a different age than your "normal" college age. I have found that there are many adult college students returning to better themselves.

I think we all have wished this more than once to go back and change a decision or choice. We wonder how it might of changed our future and where we would be today, "If we only knew?" This has certainly crossed my mind, especially since I am 42 years old and basically starting over, as if I were just out of high school. Now, I know everything I do counts. I would tell myself to do everything to the best of my ability, because one day it just may pop up again and I will be glad I did. I would tell myself to not give up because I'm scared or have doubts. Also, I would tell myself that when things may seem impossible, don't quit, there is always a way. Lastly, I would say don't be afraid to ask for help, because people do care and will help. A long time ago I quit and that is where I went wrong. Today, I will not quit .

Going back as a high school senior, I would give myself some advice on taking the SAT's and the ACT's several times, inorder to earn the highest score possible. As a high school senior it was hard to decide what college i wanted to attend because i was not ready to move away and to step out of my comfort zone. Since I have attended college for almost a year, none of those would have been an obstacle of deciding what school to attend. I would tell myself that there would be no pressure, you get to make your own set schedule, and you dont have people (teachers) trying to control you. So there would be nothing to worry about in the college life and making the transition because going to college is phenominal compared to high school, for those reasons.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, the first thing I would tell myself is that college is not as hard as everyone says. I would tell myself that making the transition is not that difficult, and that even though is very stressful, it?s worth it. Another thing I would tell myself to do is to apply to different scholarships and awards available, and I would inform myself better about Financial Aid and the ways to pay for school. But the most important thing I would tell myself is to not miss the opportunities to apply to different schools out of fear of being rejected. I would tell myself to not pass up all the good opportunities I did, and to just go for it!