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If I could go back in time to my senior year in 2008 and give myself advice about college I would slap myself to wake up from personal problems and realize that slowing down because of family problems, deaths, heartaches, break-ups, and fear of failure is only going to make things more difficult for myself in college. I would tell myself that every day, every test, and every book counts. Senior year is about making personal growth changes, preparing for the upcoming years of college. Also becoming self disciplined is the most important. And on a lighter note, I would tell myself exactly what classes and teachers to take in college and how to make sure I get a perfect GPA. I would definitely let myself know that early morning classes are not for me, but if I wanted to meet a lot of people or a cute guy, most people take classes in the morning and afternoon at my school. Most importantly, I would tell myself to relax and make sure that I laugh more often, see more things, take more chances, and no one can make me feel inferior without my consent.

College is a difficult transition. There is so much excitement and fun, yet there is that much stress and worry that comes along with it. Finding your place can be difficult, but try anything and everything! You will be so surprised at the incredible people that you may meet in the most unlikely of places. Also, don't be afraid to explore new classes. College isn't just about fine tuning what you know. It's about going into a classroom knowing absolutely nothing about the subject, and coming out with a wider knowledge on that subject that you would ever imagine you would have. You may think that you can't do it at times, but you absolutely can! Your job in college is to educate yourself and grow up. It would be an injustice to yourself to not give your all to everything that you do in college. This is a time for finding out who you are, and living your life to the absolute fullest! And in the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years. ~Abraham Lincoln

College is essential for those wanting to grow in all aspects of life, not just educationally. The attendance provides personal, educational, and professional experiences that are not easily accessible outside institutions therefore causing those experiences to be highly valued and sought after. The college experience has taught me to challenge myself and think critical which has allowed for tremendous mental growth. The results of such growth have aided me in achieving outstanding academic performances, being accepted to honor organizations, and qualifying for graduate universities. The experience has also helped me develop individually by introducing new concepts and beliefs and exposing diverse cultures which has left me open-minded and excepting of foreign ideas. Overall, I feel like I have learned to become a well-rounded person that is meant to help better society through my knowledge and hard work.

Not only have I found great life long friends, but I also have been recieving a great education that I think will help me in the future with applying to medical school. I feel I have recieved my money's worth. I am the first in my family to attend college, so, my mother's excitement to have her "baby" doing something with her life is also a perk. I'm extremely lucky to have the life I have and will take advantage of my education, every resource available to me, as well as the Starbucks on campus.

I am in my second week of attending Middle Tennessee State University. So far I am impressed with the knowledge of the teachers and their willingness to work with me and help me to succeed. Class sizes are comfortable and the campus has everything I need.

I have aquired new learning skills. I have pushed myself more than I thought was ever possible. I have learned to balance all aspects of my life. I have had to work fulltime and also be a full time student. It has been tough but I believe it has better prepared me for the real world.

I believe that college has really given me a sense of responsability and individuality. This is the first time in my life where I have felt like my own person. Back in high school I often felt like a ghost because my life seemed to be a series of actions woven into a daily routine by an anonymous authority, and my whole life was to go about this pattern day in and day out. When I first started attending college I was paralyzed with fear, my social anxiety was only outmatched by my chronic indecision, but I buckled down and faced this strange growing-up gauntlet of choices and uncertainty. I have never been happier than I am now . For once in my life I am optimistic and excited about my future and education, and even proud of myself and how much I have grown in the last year and a half. I hope to maintain this momentum throught my college career and my life, but I doubt any transformation will match the sheer joy I have found in my metamorphasis from a child to an adult.

I have learned the value of strong studying. High school was relatively easy but college has given me experience and the lesson that I have to stay on top of my studies. I have a strong desire to do well and have seen many people fail because they decide to take it easy. I have found that i have to study hard and do extra work to succeed in my major. I had little art experince in high school but enjoyed the subject and have had to work hard to hone my skills. College has been valuable to me because it has taught me to go beyond and above what it expected of me. It has taught me not to do just the bare minimum and i believe that is a principle that will help me throughout the rest of my life.

I have attended college both as a graduate - directly out of high school as well as a nontraditional, adult student (housewife and mother) with a previous career history. College has always been an invaluable experience - not only to gain the knowledge, skills and credentials for a career, but also to improve oneself as an individual and to stay plugged-into an ever-changing world and society. I think it is critical for students to work and learn with peers (in terms of their age) as well as work with and learn with their elders. It has been an awesome experience for me to learn to appreciate the "ages and seasons" of life as I schooled with people twice my age - years ago, and now, I am that "senior citizen" with much to offer in ways I was unable to do so before. College education is not an age or generational activity... but rather, it is a lifetime privilege and opportunity to "always keep-on learning and growing!" And all genreations have much to learn from one another! That has been one of my greatest discoveries and gifts - given and received in both seasons of my college career!

Going to college is the first step towards you career goal. Completing classes and getting a good education is a confidence booster and a realization that you are making your dreams come true. The staff is so friendly and genuine they truly care about your well being and that you have a good educational experience.