Old Dominion University Top Questions

I would advise myself to develop better study habits, even though I have never received any bad grades. There are so many diffrent ways to study and I think college has helped me discover which method works best for me. I was a great student in high school, and I carried that work ethic with me to college. I do not really struggle in college because I continue to be hard working and make sure my studies come before anything else. I would tell myself to continue making smart decisions, and focusing on my school work.

When I was a high school senior, I thought I had everything figured out. I thought I would be graduating from a private university in my hometown. Little did I know that after a year and a half at that private university, I would be getting married and transferring to ODU to be with my husband who is in the Navy. If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to enjoy time with my friends and family as much as possible. I would tell myself to put school before my job, and I would probably tell myself that I should be a journalism major. However, I cannot go back in time, and I'm thankful for that. I am completely happy with the way things turned out in my life.

Go to a community college first so you can save some money. After you get your associate's degree at a community college then you can go to a four-year college. Enjoy college but do not procrastinate on your assignments. Choose the major that you want and not the major that your mom or dad want you to pick.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a High School Senior, I would tell myself the things that I have learned so far about College life. However, before I tell myself that, I would advice what classes are best to take since I was already set on a major I was going to pursue during my Senior year. Taking AP classes would have helped tremendously, subtracted the payments, and listen to most of my teachers and peers. Do my research on the universities that I wanted to apply. Also, let myself know that the mentality as a High School student would change into thinking as an adult where you have to learn responsibility when you enter College. There was sometimes no second chance and a student will suffer consequences if they don't try their best as well. Improve studying skills, completing assignments on time, learning better habits, and etc. Growing up seems to scare most individuals, but it is part of human life. We can't hide or run away from it, but we can learn to face and embrace it. It is a challenge, worth overcoming and everyone's experience is different.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would have advised myself to take a few more AP classes, especially AP Biology. By taking AP Biology I would have allowed myself for an easier transition into college level Biology. I would also advise myself to develop a few more independent study and scheduling habits to help transition into a self-created effective time management college schedule. Additionally, I would remind myself to continue to act the way I am, not adapting my attitude or my morals to fit in with the new people I would encounter.

If I could go back in time and tell myself some advice about college, I would tell myself that it is a very hard transition but to just not give up. College is harder than high school is and you are spending your hard earned money on this education so you better take it seriously. Making new friends is not a simple task either, it takes work to balance your social life, work, and school. So try your hardest and in the end it will pay off.

I would go back in time to give myself an extra pat on the back for working so hard. I would reassure myself that the road I'm taking will help me on my journey to college. I would let my Mom know that she raised a great person and that me going to college just let's her know she did something right.

I would tell myself to look at several different colleges so that I could find the best college for my education that fits me. I would have spoken more intense on having my parents start up a college fund. I possibly could have taken all my prerequisites before my completion of high school. My counselor could have explored the SATs and ACTs with me so that I would have had those completed because, no one ever informed me of having to take these tests. Going into college I would stay focused on the tasks at hand. Taking required classes and doing the best job that I can do. My friends like minded individuals surrounding me so that together we could be each other’s support system. I plan on helping people along the way with what I know and maybe if I can help other people their college experience will be a great one. Truly I appreciate scholarships such as this that help college students like me along my way to a higher educational experience. Thank you.

Stick to your assumptions, although there are some bad aspects about ODU, it's still a great school, you'd be happy there - you are happy there, and the positives outweigh the negatives. Don't forget that all schools have negative attributes, and with what you're given at ODU you'd only be greatful for what you're provided.

I would tell myself to definitely make sure I go to Old Dominion University and stay on campus. That is the only way you can fully feel the whole college experience. Also it is no need to over pack anything, just make sure you have what is needed. The most important thing I would tell myself is that I really need to start to get into new and better study habits. Overall have fun and enjoy the time you have to find out who you truly are as an individual.