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If I could travel back in time to my senior year of high school, I would tell myself that to truly experience college you need to live on campus, participate in everything you can and put yourself out there to meet new friends in these school settings. I would tell myself not to get caught up in the partying lifestyle that some students engage in on campus. I'd remind myself to work as hard as I could and remind myself of the life that I want in the future. I would remind myself that the past is the past, there's nothing we can do, but to bring the lessons it taught us to the future. I would say it's ok to be overwhelmed and spend the weekend lulling on the couch reading a book or watching a movie, but not to make a habit of it. Mostly, though, I'd tell myself that no matter what happens I am strong enough to push on through and succeed on the other side, because I already have overcome so many obstacles.

If I was able to go back in time I would have taken some of my high school courses a little bit more serious.

continue to set high goals for myself in life keep working hard helping people out strangers etc studying read more books to better myself even more not to slack off and wait till the end of the year to start trying to rush to get my grades back up for sure hahahaha i really think i would tell myself to stay after class get that extra help relook over my school work alot and to make sure to write down every little single word that the teacher says in class keep my head in the books more then trying to get on the field to play football

To study more and socialize a little less.

The advice that I feel would be most helpful is staying open to new experiences. There are so many different experiences to be open to such as friendships, clubs and organizations, classes, food and extra curricular activities. I have taken a variety of classes and worked with a variety of people which have enriched my college experience. I feel that as a new college student I was shy and fearful of making a mistake that I did not engage in as many opportunities as I could have. Thankfully as time passed I grew and embraced the diversity. I believe that staying open to new experiences is good advice not just for my high school senior self to anyone starting out in college. Non-traditional students have the same reservations, sometimes more, as graduating high school seniors. Simply put...try.

Dear Me as a Senior in High School; Before you embark on this insane journey of college, please just listen to your sister. She's right. She is always right (almost) go to Kentucky State. Research colleges very thoroughly. Don't make any rash half-thought out choices. If you do you'll just end up wasting too much time and let yourself get behind everyone else.

Being in College and just getting the gist, I would advise myself to the number one priority which is pay very close attention. It has to be worthy of getting assignments done when given to with it being ready the next day for the instructor recieves it for delivery. If grades are falling, there shouldn't be any typical leisure time unless the grade is back where it needs to be. College is an educational tool used in order for preparation towards a desirable career worth being a part of .

If I could go back in time to talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself that the time is now. It's the time where you need to get it together. Your grades, g.p.a, and test results might not matter to you right now, but you need to start caring because they will have a huge affect on you in the long run. It's important that you pay attention, stop being lazy, and be more responsible. As you get older you will see that if you had more education you would make more money. One day you will need that money. You couldnt get in the military because you can't pass their test. So what you do is apply for a minimum wage job that requires a high school diploma and no experience, but its not what you expected. Now your only option is going back to school. You get accepted. You ask yourself how your going to pay for school? Your trying to apply for scholarships but mostly all of the good ones require high or average standards and you have neither because you didnt do good in high school.

I would say to myself to work and study for the ACT because it really help you in the long run. I would also say to dream big and set goal to acomplish everything in your life. I would say get a job and save up money if your going to go to college because your going to need alot of stuff like laptop and food ect. Make your family stay out of stress buy telling them your going to college and save up money so they can also help you. Get a cell phone so you can always call you parent and let them know that your ok at the college your going to.

I would tell myself to give it my all. Procrastination is not your friend, and helping others can help you also. Because tutor sessions help in not only studing but in refreshing information. Procrastination only makes matters worse, while the early bird gets the worm.

The only thing I would tell my self is to not take time for granted.

Hello self, you're probably thinking, "Oh crap! What happened!? Did the world end in 2012 so all my schooling was all for naught?" Well no, it's not that serious. I just wanted to tell you that you're going to do well in your freshman year of college. I know, I know, you're probably worried about making friends and whatnot but don't worry! A lot of your classmates from high school will come and they'll actually be your classmates again! But about that though. I know the idea of having previous classmates be in your classes again might sound perfect but I just wanna say don't do that. You're gonna be offered to join the Whitney Young Program and I just want you to say no. Don't get me wrong the program is absolutely fabulous but with the career path you are eventually going to choose, you don't really need this program to help you. Yeah, you'll have a bunch of fun experiences, but no, you don't need it. Don't worry about college, it is just as you imagined it would be. Remember to have fun!

The college experience is self-created. You must get involved on your campus and want to know what is going on in order to have a good time. You must surround yourself with people that are as ambitious as you. If that means distancing yourself from previous friends that you notice are negative and do not want much from their college experience then so be it; it will be worth it. Remember that everything comes second to academics. Fun campus events, campus organizations, and even your sport come after you have finished your work. I know you will be playing golf in college so remember that golf is paying the bills. Go to every practice and workout on time and let no one steer you away from golf because scholarships are not promised. Last but not least, the professors. In college you take professors, not classes, so remember to ask around for the best professor in each subject so you will not have to deal with the burden of taking a professor you will not like. And remember that you are paying for your education so it is the professor’s duty to help you in any way possible.

Sunny, you are finally a senior in highschool. After this, your life truly begins so do everything in your power to ensure that the next years to come will be successful. Focus, and stay determined. You know that you struggle in math so pay extra attention in class and stay after school when you need extra help. Yes, your friends will want you to do things with them, but studying is more important and will pay off, trust me. If they are your true friends, they will understand and maybe even study with you. I'm telling you this because college math is no joke! The teachers expect you to know material before you get there, and if you do not know it you will be lost. Also take those same study habits and apply it to every subject because you will need to study every subject in college, no matter how good you are at it. Maintaining good grades and study habits are important, but be sure you also work on finding yourself. In college, people from all over will try to persuade different opinions and actions upon you. Stay true to who you are, and stay focused.

I have gotton a lot from my school. college teaches you responsibility and teaches you the real meaning of friendship. when i first had gotton to college i didnt do anything for myself at home. My mom did everything and when i got into college she did all my paper work. When she left i had t do everything by myself. I had to grow up and become responsible. When i was new to the school all the upper classmen came up to me and help me if i looked lost or asked me if i needed help. All the teachers , advisors, and the other staff where like parents most of the time. We could go to them with any issue and they would help just like if you were part of there family

It has taught me to be more responsible and more mature. It has taught me how to figure out things on my own.

If i can go back in time to my senior. I will tell my self to prepare your mind into studying everyday because in high school you can slide without studying . College you have study in order to get the full understanding on the text books . I wil tell myself to be more independent in do for you rself to get use of taking care of myself. College is a big step moving from teens life to adult hood. Thats a big step in an process to maintain being adult. I will just tell myself be mor e determine then ever stay on top ,and never fall for anything. As I learn doing my seven months here on campus you have be very wise and make right decison .

doing my best in my field is the best way to succeed in my life....

You should visit the college campus at least twice before you make your final decision. The first visit should be a scheduled tour. The second visit needs to be impromptu. This allows you to get a real feel of the environment. Just because they are giving away refund checks and free pizza with a credit card application does not mean you have to accept. This will cost you much money in the long run. Spend as much time as you can with your annoying little sister. Once you go to college, you will miss her more than you care to admit. Appreciate her for the beautiful, intelligent young woman that she is. It is okay to take Mr. Snuggles with you to school. He will help you get through a lot of rough nights. Be good to your parents. They are the ones that will pay all of your bank overdraft fees and send you $200 a month so you don't have to work. Last but not least, thank Mr. Davis. Not all of your college professors will be as loving and supportive as he is.

If I could go back to high school I would tell myself to prepare more academically in high school. Spend more time studying so that it carries over to college life. Don't be afraid to make new friends. Get ready for the time of your life.