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If I could talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself that time management is most important when entering college. Meanwhile, Professors in college are not anything like high school teachers each student is responsible for keeping up with due dates of homework and test. In addition reading the syllabus the first day of school will keep the student updated on their assignments. lastly, do not be afraid of the changes but embrace them and accept that making a big decision to go to college is a good investment in your future.

I would first off tell myself not to worry so much about getting lost around campus. This was quite possibly my biggest fear; I have never gotten too terribly lost though. I would also tell myself to re-think my major. After my first semester, it would turn out that the major I had planned on all of high school was not what I was really interested in. I would tell myself to get involved as much as possible with clubs and meet as many people as possible. I would also convince my high school senior self to reign it in on going out in the first few weeks of school. And not to take Calculus! It wasn't neccessary for my major and would only end up being a big headache. I would finish by giving myself a big 'Good Luck!'

I would tell myself to remain focused on my studies. To always strive to do well and give it my best. I would make more sound deicisions on choosing where to attend college, and also remind myself to start the process sooner. Waiting till the summer after your senior year to make decisions on college is not a good idea. You feel so rushed and so lost, and in the end you miss out on going to your dream college for your freshmen year. I mean community college is not so bad, but I am so glad to transfering now for my sophmore year! I would tell myself to act now while you still can and to do your best at everything!

Upon graduating high school and leaving for college, my biggest concern was leaving the friends that I have had since kindergarten. Even though I am a rather outgoing person, I was nervous about making new friends. The present me would tell my past self, "Samantha, keep your head up, look forward to Welcome Week. You will meet hundreds of people that are in the same boat as you. They will be amicable, mature, and intellectual. You will end up becoming best friends with the shy girl across the hall, your out-going next door neighbor, and even find an amazing boy. They will be there for you through thick and thin throughout your freshman year and you will even visit them over summer! Unlike the people you call friends now, they are mature, challenge you to be a better person and student, and respect you and much as you respect them. That is always what you have wanted in a friend - maturity, loyalty, intelligence, encouragement/challenge, and most of all, respect. And remember, the quality of friendship is better than quantity." Hopefully, the pre-college Samantha would listen (she was a little stubborn.)

Dear Self, Though it really sounds crazy, I am really "you" from the future. Please listen to me. I know that in the past you have had trouble listening to others, but I have important information for when you go to college. I have learned that it is really important to get a good education. The times where I am from are hard and uncertain. Without a career, it is nearly impossible to make it. You won't like working at McDonalds either, so don't go there. Just saying. Take this seriously, Jo Anne. Times change and it isn't always for the good and I want you to make it the best for yourself, your huband, and your two kids. By the way, you really made good decisions there. One last thing I leave you with is don't loose your passion for kids. It is your key. Sincerely, Jo Anne p.s. Learn APA writting skills NOW so you won't be sitting one day saying . . . . .UHG!!!!!!!

I could go to school and take all the classes I could want but if I am not connected or involved in a community that needs those classes, then chances are those classes won't be of any value to me. If I could redo my senior year, I would spend a greater effort developing quality friends. Through establishing great relationships, I would have a greater sense of which jobs are in need for the current economy and greater connections to finding such jobs. I thought that if did just what the common saying goes "Go to school. Get good grades. You'll have a good career." I would be fine. However, I found that not to be true as I have completed a certificate in civil engineering and when I had reached the end the employed civil engineers were struggling to keep an income flowing thus leaving me out of a encouraged job. Although I excel in math, I later learned through my community that I excel at developing hearts and building relationships. Though the reading and writing to become a church worker will be difficult for a mathematician, healing hearts rocks my world.

Dear Terra as a high school senior, This coming year will possibly be one of the hardest in your life. You will feel as though you have learned more in one year than you did after 4 years of high school. Your brain will be filled with knowledge that relates to your interest, and even when it seems so full, you'll continue to be thirsty for even more knowledge. College will bring you the most diverse friends you've ever had. You will learn how to be independent, but also when to ask for help. Also, try to always read ahead in your textbooks, always attend lecture, and try not to miss any opportunity of getting to know your professors (i.e. office hours). In one year you will be happier than you have been in a very long time. You'll even pick up a new sport that you'll love--water polo! The worst part of your freshman year will be saying goodbye to the community you just became a part of. Don't fret though, it isn't really a goodbye, it's a see you later! Enjoy your life and count your blessings every day.

As a high school senior I was confused and felt as though I wasn't good enough for any universities. If I could go back in time now, I would tell my high school self to get on the ball. I would tell my self to strive to get A's in all of my classes, to take the ACT as many times as I can, to apply for every scholarship possible and most importantly, I would tell my self to take a deep breath. The whole high school-college transition is an extremely stressful and scary time and back then I needed to realize that I wasn't the only one who felt as thought the world was going to end.

I would tell myself to keep up the good work and trying my hardest. Proabaly telling myself to look into diffrent ways to study and find which one workds best for me before I even started college. I would continually tell myself not to worry about meeting new people and being nervous. There are so many people that are in the same situation and feel that same way even though you may feel like the only one. Always ask questions if you are unsure because half of the time there are other students who have the same questions. Never to give up because most teachers do not want you to fail, they want you to succeed.

do better in school ,go on to college get your degree in medical you will like it you have the heart and personaily for the work and you do care about people .