Kansas State University Top Questions

Go with your heart and go to KSU instead of USD. Keep an open mind about what you want to do with your life and don't worry about changing majors.

Honestly, I feel as though a college experience is one that helps students grow into the people they are meant to be. I wouldn't prepare myself for the transition to come because that is part of the experience. There a variety of bumps and bruises down the road, but how you handle those situations is what makes you a strong person. Therefore, no preparation is sometimes the best approach if it is comfortable for you.

First off, I would tell myself to apply to schools that would allow me to follow my dream of being a golf professional, no matter how long I had wanted to attend Kansas State University. Secondly, I would address the situation of fraternity life. It can be very hard to transition from a small private Christian high school, to a house full of 75 guys with no parents watching over your shoulder. Things can get a little out of control. I would tell myself that no matter how tough the living situation got, stick it out and stick with your beliefs. In the end, beliefs and values shape who you are. They give you the wisdom to discern between right and wrong. Lastly, I would tell myself that college is a time to explore your talents, and develope new ones. Try as many things as you can, and learn what you like and dislike. Use those opportunities to help choose the career path that best fits your abilities and personality. After all, college is the ticket to a life full of excitement and discovery.

Take more AP classes, and study more. Even if it means that I can't always participate in sports. You can do a lot more than you think academically.

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to chill, and not stress out over a major. Majors in most colleges mean very little in the "real world" - history, english, chemistry, or biology majors end up everywhere. Instead, it would be better to just take classes that sound interesting and engaging for the first year or two, then pick a major based on the class curriculum. During this time, you (I) should talk to professors, find out what their field is about and why they're in it. It's best to talk to people who are passionate about their studies than a random career advisor who may not have the passion for spatial statistics that a geography professor will.

I would advise myself to take more chances and to not work TOO hard. Looking back I wish I would have taken more opportunities to get involved on campus and try crazy and unique clubs. When I got to school I just focused on my work and grades which is good, but I wish I would have stepped back to enjoy the oppurtunities that college presents that you don't get to try later on in life.

I would tell myself to be prepared for change, to be open and willing to embrace it. College is all about finding yourself and where you belong. Don't be scared, rather take one small step at a time and enjoy it! But be cautious that you are making the best and healthiest decisions possible for yourself.

I would tell myself to not be worried about going to college. Try to not be shy and talk to people, becuase most of them here are friendly. Open up, be yourself, work hard, and have a good time.

I would have made myself go to Kansas State University my freshman year of college instead of going to a local community college that was near home. I was scared to go to such a large school since I come from a small town. Now that I have made the transition I think it would have been easier to get involved with clubs and organizations if I had been up here my freshman year. I am still going to purse these opportunities for the remaining years I will spend here.

I would say to research all your possibilities. And to apply to all the schools that you can, even if you think you've got the one you want.