Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts Top Questions

So much to say so few words. First take the time to thank all of the people who have helped you over the years, right now it seems like you will never and could never grow apart, but time and space changes things. Thank them while you can. You do not need to worry about these changes, the people you are going to meet will have more things in common with you than you think; you just need to get out there and meet them. I know you're shy, but really the quicker you can shed that shyness the better; its the only regret I have from my four years at MCLA. Also things are not as concrete as you like to think of them and the earlier you realize that fluidity is key the better, your life has much less stress after that. Understand that what you learned in high school is just the tip of the ice berg, the subjects you will study are much more intricate and interesting than you ever thought. You just need to be willing to go the extra mile. Unlike highs chool here you will be respected and your opinions will count.

i am in my second week at itt tech in lex ky. they experience is gr8t and with me taking computor drafting and design it will enable me to make my future and not let my future make me.when i get my associates i plan on going into the marines to finish getting my bachelors. me, i find that this college offers me the opportunity to not only better the future for myself but for my family also for my father is 68 in poor health and my mother is 49 who is a breast cancer survivor and has ms.if i am given this scholarship it will help take some of the burden off of my family.my school has everthing thing that i need to help me succeed and everyone there is willing to help me in everyway that they can.the school had graduates that have went on to the service to help our country in their field.i look forward to the next two yrs there and know that it is the best decission that i ever made.

My college experience has only begun. Ive done over night visits and orientation to my college and know prior students and my college experience will be filled with sports, education, learning experiences and a lot of firsts for me.

Firstly; break up with her because she is going to cheat on you in two months. Second; turn in the rest of your homework and don't be so afraid during orientation because after you realise that everyone here is pretty cool you will make a lot of friends easily. Third; don't worry about housing because the dorms are really nice but make sure you study more freshman year and don't take that philosophy course because the teacher doesn't know the difference between Lucretius and Epicurus. Fourth; relax, do your homework first before hanging out and read the books assigned because they are actually really interesting. Lastly; get more sleep because your sophmore year here you will change your major to education and have to get up at seven every single day. Most important of all though; don't be afraid to go out and do whatever it is you want to do because you only have this one life and you shouldn't waste it by being afraid of anything.

If I had the ability to go back in time and talk to myself I would tell high school me to relax and to stop worrying. That I don't need to know what I want to do in my future yet. That I don't need all the answers. There is plenty of time to decide. I would tell myself to stop and have fun.

If i had the chance to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, my advice would be very mature and responsible compared to my seventeen year old self. I would explain how nothing should be taken for granted because no matter how upset or mad you might be, it is not that important. Especially when it comes to your parents and family, because they truly are the glue that holds you together. Also, do not take things lightly when it comes to your future. I would say, you need to realize that right now is the begining of everything. This is the begining of not only your future but your freedom and independence. Take yourself more seriously and realize that this is the most important transistion period of your life, so take advantage! Seize the opportunity by looking for ways to explore and expand your horizons. Lastly, i would tell myself that you are the only barrier when it comes to succeding. Believe that you are limitless.

If I were to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself that college is a lot of work. College expectations are much higher than at Lee High School. I would need to learn how to manage my time, keep excellent notes, and be involved with as many things as I possibly can. I should apply to several colleges? because students don?t always get accepted to the college of their choice. Now that I am a senior and planning on college I should make sure to have college prep courses in my schedule. It's up to me to get good grades and stay away from drugs and alcohol. I must get plenty of rest, have an open mind, and maybe even join a gym. It's important to learn to be fair, make good friends, and seek advice when I need it. I shouldn?t depend on anyone else but myself and do the best work I possibly can.

Don't be afraid of anything. It's okay to be nervous--after all, going to college for the first time is a nerve-wracking experience. But there is no excuse for letting fear stop you from preparing yourself for this new chapter in your life. Ask the right questions, learn the campus rules and policies, and have the courage to walk up to a professor you think you might like to have a class with and introduce yourself (without your parents holding you hands). Be proactive in attaining as much information as you need to feel comfortable at your new home before you leave for campus at the end of the summer. The connections you form at open house events and overnight orientation sessions will help you make the best of your first, and toughest, semester at college. Oh, and remember to call your parents every few weeks--you're still your mother's child, no matter how old and free you feel.

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself how integral harnessing your independence is, how managing your time can make or break your experience, that you will meet a lot of interesting people and make the greatest friends. You're an adult, and you must choose which values you want to stick by, nobody else. Use your downtime wisely, keep in touch with home, don't be afraid to break out of your shell and meet other people. Explore the town more. Pay attention early in the semester, or it'll come back to haunt you later. Don't spend all of your time on Facebook; it's a terrible addiction and a great tool for procrastination. Forgive yourself. for the little things. Try activities that seem out of your usual style. Talk to people you normally wouldn't. Smile even when it's difficult. Laugh. Don't eat the chicken marsala.

The best thing to do when looking for schools is to go visit the campus. Sure, you can look at pictures and think that it's a nice place to further your education, but you can't beat the feeling of visiting. That way you will know your way around and will be able to see every aspect of the campus. Usually the college will send you housing papers over the summer telling you who your roommate will be. I suggest finding them on facebook or even calling them so that you feel like you at least know one person before you move in, and it also helps so the two of you don't bring doubles of anything. Get involved on campus, especially as an incoming freshman because this will you help you find a bunch of friends with common interests. The best advice I can give to someone going to college for the first time is try everything once. College goes by so fast and you don't realize it until you're a Junior, like me. These are the best years of your life; don't let them pass you by.