Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Top Questions

Hey Melvin, Be sure to hold onto this letter because I'm going to prove that I'm your future self. That girl you're talking to right now, Emily, she's going to dump you to go back to her old boyfriend. She's not worth your time, you've got other things to focus on. Now that we have that out of the way, let me explain the situation we've put ourselves in. Remember how you're so smart in high school and never need to study? It's still true, to an extent. The only reason you don't need to study is because you're attentive in class, stay true to that and you'll be able to keep yourself afloat. When you get to this position, you'll have a big opportunity to achive more, all you have to do is try. It may seem like I'm asking for a lot, but only I know you better than anyone else. As with the way we always are, what you choose to do is your own choice, it's not the best place here right now, it could be better, don't forget that.

If I had to advise prospective students about the transition from high school to college, I would tell them a couple of things. First, enjoy the time you still have living at home, because once you go to college, it won’t be the same. Second, when you do get to college, it is important to meet new people so that you aren’t by yourself and constantly missing your family. You’re supposed to meet new people in college so don’t be afraid to put yourself out there. Finally, I would recommend talking to your parents once a day. It could be a simple text message, or a long phone call. Your parents just want to keep up with what is going on in your life, and it’s easier just to talk to them than it is to fight it.The worst thing you could possibly do is push your family away. They will always be your family, and they are your support system. You may not realize it when you leave for school, but at some point in your college career, you are going to need them.

If I had a chance to go back and tell myself something about college, I tell myself that I need to improve on my study habits, and not be afraid to ask for help. Teachers are willing to help they are just waiting for someone to come up to them and ask them. I would tell myself to have better study skills because at Louisiana State University I have to study, there is no way I would pass a test if I did not study. I think I would also tell myself to make sure I make friends, because they will be there for me with whatever I may need, whether its school related or not. I think if I would have known this before I came to LSU my transition would have been so much easier than it was my first semester here.

I would tell my high school self to make a certain decision before committing to a major and to explore ALL career possibilites. When I applied to college, I was very close-minded and only looked at career opportunities and classes within the business college, it was only once I was in too deep that I realized my interests lie elsewhere. Basically I would tell myself to explore all options before being so quick to commit to one because it is an incerdibly important decision and making the wrong choice definitely causes complications later in life.

It's difficult to some up everything. I was told that as long as i got good grades in High School i could attend the college of my dreams. Well that is a big miss communication. A four year college/university is very expensive and although you might not be the wealthiest family not everything is going to be paid for. I would have also told myself that applying for scholorships doesn't garanty your going to recieve them, saving also has to be part of your process. Applying for things early is also important, room and board waits for no one, its first come first serve. I would also tell myself that although you need loans you might not always get approved. Sometimes due to credit your parents can't help you either. And lastly, i would tell myself never to give up because although college maybe hard to manage coming out of High School there are always people willing to help. I would tell myseld not to be shy and seek for help because there are people out there who kyou will need help from.

If I had the chance to give advice to my 17-year old self, I would tell myself do NOT take your first year of school for granted. Try your hardest in every class and be grateful for your experience because not everyone gets the same." Now that my college education is in serious jeaopardy because of family financial crisis, I feel gulity for not realizing how fortunate I was in the first place. Unfortunately, going back in time is an impossibility and learning not to take your blessings for granted is a lesson that comes with maturity, just like many other life-lessons that one learns upon begining their higher education.

I would tell my younger self to do everything the same way I did excpet for two things. I would tell myself to not take the second level of calculus as a freshman and to take the first level to get an A and help build my GPA sooner. The second thing I would tell myself is to take Physics first semester instead of Art History. I began as a Mathematics major in the beginning of my Freshman year and swithced to Mechanical Engineering after Finals of my Spring semester. I do not regret starting out as a Math major. I only regret not taking Physics because I am now behind almost an entire year because of it. Also If I had taken the first level of Calculus instead of the second level, I would have been able to spend more time focusing on my other classes instead of Calculus and end my first year with a much higher GPA.

I would tell myself to choose Child and Family Studies as my intended major. I would tell my senior self to attend all classes and not to procrastinate on any assignments. I would also tell myself that it is okay to put yourself out there, so that you can make new friends and enjoy new experiences that you will remember for the rest of your life.

Take advantage of all of the opportunities that college has to offer. Focusing on your schoolwork is important, but there are so many other activities and opportunities that college has to offer that will be just as beneficial to your future. A good GPA isn't everything to future employers; a variety of experiences and involvement in different activities throughout school are just as important to employers. These activities also help you to discover who you are and what kind of person you want to be. That's what college is about - learning who you are, who you want to be, and what you want to do with the rest of your life. So use your time wisely, and take full advantage of your college experience.

If I could go back in time the advice I would give myself as a high school senior would be to stay focus. After staying forcus don't let nothing distract you. Always put God first in everything you do. You should always study hard and ask lots of questions. Sit close to the teachers in class, get extra help if you need it. Don't party alot and college helps get you ready for the real world, go to summer school or work for the summer at the college and save your money if you can.