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I would tell myself to give things a chance and think positively. I initally attended a city college and wound up transferring out after one semester. My friend and I applied together and when she didn't get in I was unhappy but still decided to go there. During the first week I was not thrilled with being in a city and was already planning on transferring. However, by the end of the semester I started enjoying it more and my initial negative thoughts made it hard for me to connect with others and really enjoy the experience. I enjoyed my new school but I often wonder what things would be like if I didn't transfer or transferred at a different point. Our experiences are what we make of them and if I could give advice it would be to make it the best possible. Even when I transferred it took time to get settled and feel at home. So, give things a chance and see how they work out. Also, over study, the professors don't often follow the study guide so you will save yourself from a lot of stress by being over prepared.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would advise myself to study more. As the oldest sibling in my family, I was not sure what to expect going into college. My first year at Quinnipiac was not as successful as it could have been, specifically my grades. I passed my classes, but I significantly improved the following semesters. After my freshman year, I learned how to study more efficiently because I met friends who motivated me to do well in my classes. Being in the physical therapy program, my undergraduate classes were fairly demanding. If I could go back in time, I would give myself tips on how to study better. Procrastination is not helpful in college!

If I were to back to my senior year, knowing what I know now, I would tell myself to become closer to my classmates. As a high school senior, I was not the most interactive student. I often times would keep quiet and shy away from others. I missed several large events at my high school like the annual Fashion Show, several fundraisers, and prom. I didn't enjoy being around my senior class and I wish I could have changed that. The social aspect of a student's career is just as, if not more, important than their academics. In college, I realized that making friends and opening up was a necessity. However, I wish I was able to do so a year earlier. Using my advice, I would most likely have had a wonderful and exciting senior year, every single day.

One of the most important things I wish I could tell myself as a high school senior is to relax. The last year of high school can be extremely stressful for students. With all the deadlines and decisions that have to be made for the following year, most students are overcome by the feeling that there is always something to be done. If I could go back in time and give myself some advice having made it to college and being happy with my decisions, I would let myself know that worrying and stressing is a waste of time. I would tell myself to do my best and to get my work done as early as possible in order to allow myself some time to relax later on. It is important to reward yourself and simply take a break sometimes. Completing a task and being able to cross a big step off of your "to do" list is an extremely gratifying feeling. Doing your work this way prepares you for your life in college, as you have more work to do on your own. It can train you to complete work first, allowing fun to come second.

I'd say, "The hard work will pay off, and you will be happy wherever you end up." I had a very academically vigorous courseload in high school, while taking classes at the University of Scranton, while working part time, while playing basketball and running track, while sending out my college applications and trying to decide which school was right for me. Needless to say, the amount of stress I endured was nearly unbearable, especially knowing I'd be leaving the comfort of my home and uprooting my entire existence to live in a strange place, alone, and take on an even more rigorous coursework than I had in high school. I was absolutely petrified. If my present self could have a conversation with the old Julia, I'd be sure to say ", Choose the college your gut tells you is right you'll be happy wherever you choose; the transition is very difficult, but you are also very strong and capable and need not be so stressed and apprehensive." I'd also tell her ", Being a pre-med student will come close to breaking you, but your loved ones and your own determination will never abandon you."

Do not choose a school just because it looks nice.

College is not a place to be care-free. There are lots of fun times to be had, but it takes a lot of hard work. If you work hard, professors will be willing to help you and your high GPA will motivate you to do even better. Strive to be the best, academically and in the community. I know that you think you have your whole future planned out, but do not worry if those plans change. College is a time to discover what you really want to do with the rest of your life. Work hard, get involved in the community, and really reflect on each class you take, because that could be your new future!

I would tell myself to hold on to the values your family and friends have taught you. There are going to be a lot of people who have different views and backgrounds than you but that doesn't mean you need to change who you are. Make sure you are prepared to do a lot of studying, but you don't need to be perfect. Worrying about the little things will drive you crazy. Make sure you do your work but leave yourself time to enjoy being in school and living so close to all of your friends.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, the main thing about transition that I would prepare myself would be to not take an easy route senior year. I feel that my senior year I slipped away slightly from my immense focus, especially with my studying techniques. I learned at college that I had to find which studying technique worked best for me for each subject. Certain studying techniques are better for some people more than others, and better for certain subjects more than others. For example, flash cards for memorizing, and chapter outines for content based exams. The more organized I am at college with preparing my studying materials a few days prior to the exam date, the less stressed I find myself while studying. If I had known this and comprehended this as a high school senior, I truly believe that my transition to college would have gone a bit smoothly. Any advice I would give is don't be afraid to ask upperclassmen about their studying techniques, because there are a lot of ways that you can find which will better you in the long run.

i would tell my self to work on time managment better, and to try to stay focused on school work and let myself know that you have to do the readings in college, you cant slide through school with doing the bare minimum anymore.

I would say that you definitly have to live on-campus. It will be much easier to adjust to college life if you are living on campus. By being a commuter student, you are basically going to feel like you are still in high school by having to drive to campus every day and then going back home after classes. It will make it easier to meet new friends and to fit in to the college environment. Also, I would say that you have to make sure you keep up with your studies and homework. College is different from high school in the sense that you will not have teachers holding your hand throughout the class. When you are given an assignment, you are the only who has to make sure that you get it finished on time. Another thing that you must make sure to learn are better time-management skills. You must not procrastinate and leave everything that needs to be done until the last minute. There will be alot more work than in high school, and it will keep piling on so you have to plan accordingly when you will be able to get it all finished.

If I could go back and give myself advice, I would tell myself not to be afraid to jump right into clubs and organizations my freshmen year. Getting involved at Quinnipiac University has truly been the best thing that has happened to me there. I have met so many new friends and gained additional knowledge and experiences that I know I would not have gained if I did not join the clubs that I did. On campus, I have joined two television shows, one of which I will get the opportunity to host next semester, I am an Orientation Leader for incoming freshmen, and I have a job at the school's Learning Center. I was happy my freshmen year; doing well academically and socially with the people in my residence hall, but I was not involved much outside of that. Getting involved has changed my college career. I would strongly encourage anyone that the best thing to do while at any college is to get involved because you not only meet hundreds of new people, but you get the opportunity to learn how other people live and see what they can teach you.

When I arrived at Quinnipiac four years ago I was very excitedto attend. However, I found that I had alittle harder time adjusting to the new life away from home than I thought. However, by my second semester of school I felt like I belonged. The friends I met freshman year and there afer have become my family. The people here are very friendly and are very inviting. The academics here have been challenging and very stressful throughtout the years. However, I have found that I am very well prepared for my career. I encourage high school students to consider Quinnipiac University for their college career, It was one of the best decisions I have ever made.

I have gotten a taste of the real world through my time at Quinnipiac University. I have gained valuable people skills through my work with the campus newspaper (“The Chronicle”) as well as through class discussions. Outside of the school environment, I have learned some real world lessons that I will take with me when I leave Quinnipiac. Not everything in this world is fair as it may have appeared to be in high school. This is the most valuable lesson I have learned after just a few months of attending Quinnipiac. With this knowledge in hand, one has three options: simply accept this fact and move on, allow it to overcome your life, or strive towards equality. Previously, I would have allowed the notion of unfairness to overtake me, but now I have learned to do something about it specifically in the realm of gender inequalities and gender stereotyping. This is why I have dedicated my free time to working against societal injustices against the female population.

College has taught me a lot, there are different people and different surroundings. Livining on campus has forced me to live on my own and take care of myself and become an independent person.

I feel my school is good. Overall college is a smart choice. I went away for school and had to depend on myself. My own friends, who stayed at home and attended local schools, complained that the school work was too easy and their parents were overbearing. Quite the contrary I don't feel this way. The school work is challenging. I make my own choices and decisions because my parents aren't here to tell me what to do or breathe down my neck. I feel more like an adult because I have more independence and responsibilities. I do my own laundry and go to bed when I want to, eat what I want when I want, etc. I feel college is a valuable experience because it teaches you independence and responsibility. To be independent you have to decide for yourself and make your own decisions. To be responsible you have to make your own decisions and learn from the consequences. The college experience is like the “training wheels on a bicycle" feeling. It’s a stepping stone to your goals, plans and future as an adult, but it gives you time to grow and develop yourself and skills.

I've gotten a sense of satisfaction out of the work I put into my first semester of college that I never quite had in high school. At Quinnipiac University I feel I have had the opportunity to create my own education rather than just memorize and regurgitate information. There are, of course, many things that have to be purely memorized, but there are a lot of things that I learned through discussion and writing. Quinnipiac is a "writing across the cirriculum" school, which to some might seem horrifying, but through writing many papers I feel that I learned a lot by creating my own ideas and discussing them with other people. By feeling like I've really earned my education and contributed to education, I have a new understanding of just how much a good education is worth. Knowledge is something that you just can't put a pricetag on.

I have really learned alot about diversity in my studies at Quinnpiac University. Though our campus is small and not racially diverse, my courses have really opened my eyes to the type of discriminate that minorites face on a day to day basis. I believe that because of the passion the teachers at Quinnipiac have, they've opened their students eyes to a world that they have never experienced before.

Pre-college, I was a borderline autistic that didn’t fit in because I was super-smart, had different interests and couldn't talk about autism because no one understood it. I felt alone, and although I graduated with high honors, I felt like the outsider. At college, I opened up about my autism in a Psych 101 class, explaining what being in between ‘disabled’/‘normal’ was like-this no man’s land-and people nodded in approval, meaning that they appreciated my courage to come out, something I couldn’t do in high school. I have also met great people in the community-people that want to better their lives, people that have lived life and aren’t trapped in ‘teenage-land’ (many of my fellow students aren’t twenty-year-olds, in fact, they are middle-aged or older). Most of all, I have a sense of accomplishment and empowerment that I have gained from working hard in college, and that I am capable of being successful in the world, despite my borderline autism. Currently, I am finishing up my transfer and 2-year accounting degrees and will transfer to do a 4-year accounting program.

I have gotten so much more than i could imagine so far in my college experience. It has been a rough journey however but I am extremely dedicated to finish with a degree in the year 2012. It has been very valuable to attend because without education these days, where can you go? Education is the single most important aspect in life in the present time. I hope to remain in college untill i reach my Masters Degree and become a spanish teacher or translator.