San Francisco State University Top Questions

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would only tell myself two things: one, don't worry so much, everything will be okay; and two, listen to Mom and Dad. You see, I come from a family who is constantly stressed out and who worries about every little thing. So, it only makes sense that I too am this way. I'm always worried about things I have no control over. But, listening to Mom and Dad could have made things easier. They were always on my case about filling out scholarships and applying for financial aid. But, I was lazy and never wanted to take the time to do it. I see now that that was not the best choice. It's free money, why not put in a little effort for a big reward? But, I am happy to report that I survived my first semester of college and it definitely was not worth all the worry back in high school; and applying for scholarships is still a good idea! Other than those two things I wouldn't say anything else; it's no fun ruining a surprise.

Don't strech yourself too thin. Taking as many units as you can is not the best solution. Always go to all of your classes and don't skip a final just because you "know" you're going to fail the class anyway. While skipping class in favor of hanging out with your friends may sound appealing, in the long run it will just screw you over. Always remember to check for things daily if you have any online classes. Even if you think you've finished all the work, you may be surprised by what's been added by the teacher either for extra credit or just because they've decided you need another homework assignment. Never skip anything for a math class because they're the hardest to catch up on if you get even a little bit behind. And don't get housing with people who have been known to screw you over in favor of themselves.

If I could rewind the hands of time and travel back to my senior year of high school, I would advise myself not to fall ill to the serious epidemic of senioritis. Throughout the course of my high school career I was able to sustian an impeccable academic performance, but then second semester senior year comes along and when my work ethic should have been at its peek, I became ill with senioritis. Senioritis is the decreased motivation toward studies dispayed by students nearing the end of high school. My main symptoms of senioritis were chronic procrastination, lack of motivation, a drop in academic performance, and coasting through classes. I was fed up with high school because in my mind I had achieved my overall goal of high school, which was being admitted into a four year university. Experiencing a semester of college life and knowing what I know now about the work load and stress thrust upon college students, I know that there is no room for procrastination and bad work ethic. College is about being motivated to acquire knowledge, and excellent academic performance, and it's going to take hardwork and dedication to be academically successful.

If I were to go back in time, as a senior in high school, and had to give myself advice about the transition to college life, the first thing I would tell myself would to be open to new ideas. Since I've come to college, I've learned so many new things and learned to appreciate and accept different people's point of views. I would also tell myself to be outgoing, and try to meet as many new friends as possible. Life is busy, with school and work but i definitely would not make it by as easily if i didnt have such great friends.

If I could go back in time to advise myself as a senior, I would tell myself to take my education more seriously. I would be limiting myself in terms of income and job satisfaction if I choose not to get a college education. I would share that high school does not require a significant amount of effort to graduate. If I wanted a degree, I would need to apply myself. I would recommend enrolling in a community college to test my academic abilties. If I could succeed at this level, I would be more confident I could navigate the transition into tthe university environment. I would need some help. I would need to take advantage of the many resources a community college could provide., such as tutoring, study strategies, or academic counseling that would give me an advantage in the transition. Universities often have less student resources available. In this way I would be better prepared. My success at the community college level should assist me in my transition and promote my success at the university level.

I would begin by telling myself that receiving an education is the most valuable thing that I can do for myself. Being mature enough to understand this concept means that I understand the seriousness of taking responsibility for my education. The result of which will exponentially increase my opportunities and that the quality of the education that I receive depends on the amount of effort that goes into it.

Kasidi, I know you are ready to get out on your own and start being an independent woman. But, you have to take these next few years seriously and think about how you want to live the rest of your life. I know you think you can just go out there and do the college thing and have some fun in the process, but I know you can go overboard and not think about the consequences. Four years from now, I want you to have the best life possible. I've been where you are about to go, and I made a lot of mistakes. I blew off college and partied. I had a baby, got married and now, four years later, I have my chance to make things right and get a good education. Don't blow it off. Education is the most essential part of having a good life. I'm not saying that I have a bad life, but I wish things would have gone in a different order. Go out there, have fun, be safe and reach for your goals. Become the person I know you can be.

If given the wonderful oppurtunity to turn the cstrokes of time. I would take a step into history right before it proceeds to fold into itself in my college years, I would sum up important factors in five words: dedication, irreplacable, academics, individulity, growth. These five words respesent my previous college experiences as well as my current. I would talk to myself as the older sister I never had. I would first speak of the imporatance of dedication. How with dedication anything is possible. With dedication walls that were once put into place to stop or slow a student down can and will collapse. I would then speak of the irreplacable moments and true friends college can bring. As well as the importance of being young and enjoying because it all will not last always and because of that, the moment in time is irreplacable and taking advantage of every oppurtunity is highly important. Many believe the most important aspect of college is academics, I disagree entirely. Although an extremely important aspect individuality and personal growth will take one much farther in life. I would then like to conclude with always always always do your very best no matter what!

My senior year in high school was taken lightly and I did not prepare myself as I should have. I was try to influence myself to enroll in as many honors classes as I could possibly manage, even though that means a heavier work load I will have the satisfaction of knowing that it will pay off and save me a lot of time in finishing my general education requirements. I would tell myself that my senior year in high school will be more difficult than my freshman year in college because my main motivation will be myself. I will actually want to put forth the extra time revising an essay and double checking mathematical equations because it was my decision to be here in college working towards my dream. It is easy to get what you want, all you have to do is want it bad enough.

First I would tell myself to take a deep breath and calm down, I like most high school seniors was freaked out about going to college. Second I would tell my high school self not be afraid of my professors make sure that I introduced myself to each of them during their office hours. This took me a long time to learn, but they are your best resource on a college campus. Even if you don't like a professor's teaching style, it doesn't mean you won't like them as a person or that they won't like you. Knowing your professor can be the difference between an A- and a B+ in a class. Beyond grades professors have an intimate knowledge of the college system, after all they went through years of higher education attaining their degrees and also teach hundreds of students a year. The relationships that you build with your professors can last well beyond your college career as many of them are happy to provide references for jobs or graduate school.