Springfield College Top Questions

It has provided me with a great ongoing learning experience. Also, I was able to make great friends and mature as an individual. I feel as though I will be strongly prepared for my future career as an athletic trainer.

As a high school senior I was scared to go to college far from home. I was considering going to school only 30 miles from home. If I could go back in time and give myself some advice before heading off to college, I would probably tell myself to not worry about what I am leaving behind because it will still be there when I come back. I would also tell myself that I shouldn't even worry about leaving anyone behind because I am going to meet even more amazing people at school. I was pretty worried about the work load and I was really worried about making the soccer team in college. I would definitely let myself know that the work load isn't anything that I can't handle and that soccer will take a lot of patience, but I will make the team. I would also encourage myself to get involved in sports and clubs. They are a wonderful way to meet people and to get involved in the campus scene. I feel that I have learned so much since I have been here and it is truly a blessing that I chose Springfield College.

If I could go back to senior year with the knowledge I have now things would be very different. Instead of goofing off because it was senior year and barely making the grades I would concentrated more. It is difficult going to college when you have to take remedial classes because you didnt pay enough attention in high school. It is costly and it doesnt count toward your degree. I would take the same advice I give my boys. Study hard because eventually it would pay off. The economy is in a fragile state and if you think your going to just find a great job with minimal education, you are wrong! A college education is very important and puts you in the competitive market.

A Letter to Myself: Research every college you think you are interested in. This is important! You will meet so many people and have numerous experiences that impact your life at college, more than any other stage in your life! Make a list of everything you could possibly want in a college and next to it write down everything you like about yourself, key points in your personality which you really stress, and things about yourself that you would love to express but maybe haven't had the opportunity to up until this point in life. Use this list to find the perfect campus and community for yourself. Remember: you are the most important person in this life-altering decision! Once you have decided which college/university is for you, "go into it" with a positive attitude and open up to people. Join clubs you think look interesting, be a volunteer, try out for athletics and attend events. You will meet people and stay active! I truly believe that college contains the best years of life! An enormous part of that belief reflects on the people I have met and the friends I have made: my lifetime friends/future bridesmaids!

The first thing I would tell high school senior me is to save more money. As a young person and living with your guardian, you don?t understand how much everything costs until you enter college. You are really truly a poor college student, so definitely work hard during the summer and save as much money as possible. I would also tell myself as a high school senior to volunteer more. Volunteering is not only great for the community, but it teaches you amazing values. You learn to be independent, grateful, and more responsible. Give as much back to the community as possible, because you are extremely lucky to be attending college. The final bit of information I would give myself would to be to expand my horizons. In high school, you only know really what is at home and in your high school. You are in a little enclave; however in college you are surrounded by a diverse group of people. By branching out, try new things, and meeting new people, you are able to prepare yourself for the ?real? world. There is way more than your enclave and nothing should hold you back from discovering the world.

I would tell myself that I need to stay disciplined and know how to manage my time. There is so much free time that I have on my hands and I need to be disciplined to do my work on time first then do all the fun stuff after my work is done. I would need to be discplined to not get distracted with wanting to hang out or the internet. I would also push myself to search for more scholarships because there is nothing better then free money and all I have to do is fill out questions and or write essays.

The advice I would give my self would be as my college advisor has told me "grow up" High school to me was some sort of a joke and really killed my chance of getting into my dream school UMASS Amherst, it devastated me and made me realize what I should of done to get noticed; I know everyone say's the same line but it's the straight truth! Taking all art classes my senior year did not help what so ever, it made me seem like a slacker thinking hey it's my senior year I deserve some fun but that was the fantasy I was living in. I regret the lies I had to tell my mother just so she would get off my case but realized some day college wasn't going to be so easy as high school and needed to really "grow up."

If i could go back in time and tell myself what i know now, the first thing I would tell myself is to work hard and the work that is done will pay itself off.

I would tell myself to learn how to manage my time and priorities. When you?re in college you have to be responsible for you and your actions. So it is always good to get to know your professors so they know who you are. This shows them that you are willing to put the effort in to see them so they will put the effort in to help you. Also, get involved in on campus activities because, it will help you expand your outlook in many aspects of your life. There are many opportunities that will be presented and you just have take advantage of them. The more you involve yourself the more opportunities will come your way. College is an everyday learning experience that comes with many challenges, but this are the challenges that will prepare you for life. These things will help you have a better college experience over the next four years.

I was in the bleachers, wathcing myself receive my diploma. There I was in a white gown and a toothy smile. I even watched myself with a smile on my face, because I knew what the next year would have in store for me. As they ceremony was coming to the end, I pulled myself aside. -- "Lauren, don't be afraid to ask others for help, you will need it." "But I have always asked others for help, and I will be fine. I have done well here, and will continue to do well in my future. " --"College is a new time. You see yourself differently, others differently and your preception on education and relationships will change." " Whatever. I don't even know who you are..." I know this is how I would have reacted, but I wish I would have taken advice from others. The transition from high school to college was a very difficult one, that was filled with many tears. When I decided to listen to the advice from others is when I went to the counseling center and got the help that I need to make my transition just a little bit easier.

Apply to as many scholarships now as possible! You do not want to have to work alot in order to pay for school. Rather, you want to focus most of your time on studying and learning because in the end, all that matters is your grades. There are many long nights of studying ahead and your journey is just beginning. However, it will all be worth it.

Finding the right college is like finding a new home. It's somewhere you're going to spend a lot of time, and it has to be somewhere you know you can be yourself. You don't always needto know what you want to be when you first start your education there. Eventually, you will discover what it is that you want to do. When looking for a college, don't always go with what others tell you. Do your own research. Visit the campus, talk to the professors you will be interacting with, think of what extra-curricular activities you would like to get involved with. Don't make a sports team a complete deciding factor, but if it matters to you, look into it. Look at the cost. Will you be able to make it work? Will you take it for what it's worth and get everything you can out of your education? Look into where the campus is. Are you interested in the perks of the city or the peace of the country? Does the school have a good alumni association and are jobs available upon graduation? Take your time in searching, it is worth it.

Go with your gut, yes it's a big choice, but if you feel a school is right then it probably is. Don't let what others may think or say get in the way of your dreams. It's your life and college is the first chance for you to really figure out who you are and what your future holds. Don't be afraid to make mistakes because you will make them. Call you parents because you will miss them, and they will miss you more, so call them. Make your freshman year count, because it really sets you up for the rest of your college career. Make friends, and when you do, they will turn into your family. Live your life, order out, stay up talking about everything and anything but remember you're paying for an education, so do your homework and go to class. Don't wait to the last minute and you will succeed.

I would tell parents and students that finding the right college is all about finding the right fit for the student. I would tell parents to help guide their children when making their decision, but not to make the decision for them, as it is their child's experience. I would tell students to look for things that they like about the school that makes them feel comfortable and at home as well as to ask as many questions on campus visits as possible and don't just let their parents do the talking. Students should GET INVOLVED and this will aid in making the most of the college experience.

Finding the right college for everyone is different. The best advice I can give to a student is to make sure you really look into a lot of schools you are interested in and know a lot about each school. Visiting your selected schools is one of the most important things because once you are there you will immediately know which school feels right especially for you. Once you have chosen your school, you really have to make the most of your college experience. This is going to be one of the best times of your life and you only have one shot at it, so doing your best and giving it your all is extremely important. I believe you can make the most of your college experience by getting involved. Make friends, join clubs, go to sports events, and volunteer in your surrounding community. Becoming a part of your campus and making your mark is key to having the best college experience. However, you are there to get a great career and education, so focusing on your school work and classes needs to be your main priority. First do your work, and then it is time for play.

I would encourage parents to take an active involvement in their child's college application process. Make sure that your child has the opportunity to visit each campus of interest, and really get the experience they need in order to make a strong decision of where to attend. I would encourage students to not fall victim to "senioritis." Make sure that you stay on top of your academics because senior year counts!

Take your time and explore different types of colleges.

The best advice that I could give to a prospective college student it to listen to their hearts. There is nothing worse than being stuck at a second rate school because your parents think that it is the smart choice for you. Go where you feel a strong sense of pride. Go where you think that you will fit in best, and where you can expand your mind. I suggest picking a college in which you can get involved in extra-curricular activities and you can broaden your horizans. Personally, I picked a school where I felt like the administration cares about me, and wants me to be there. It was the best choice that I could hae made. Financially it worked for me, but that was not the main reason for my going there. My main reason for attending Springfield College was the atmosphere. I feel like these people I am going to school with really look out for me, and I will be friends with them for life. The faculty are amazing as well; they are always looking out for students and making sure that we get the best education possible.

The best things to keep in mind when considering a college are size of the school and atmosphere of the college. It is a usefull tip to compare your high school size to the college you are thinking of attending. If you are confertable in a large classroom setting with little personal attention, then a large school is for you. Obviously if you do well with more attention from the instructor, then a small college is a better choice. Also the atmosphere of the school is important. When visiting schools make sure you get oppurtunities to talk to students and ask them what the majority of the students are interested in. Focuz on the arts, politics, sports or academics mayb help individuals fit in socially and acedemically to certain colleges. For many students, being a student athlete is how they identify themselves, and finding an atmosphere that contains many similair peers helps social and acedemic success.

The right college is something that you personally need to feel. So do research on different schools in high school and remember the cost of the school as well as the education it offers. You do not want to go through college constantll thinking about the cost and debt you will have while attending college so pick something that is in a respectable price range. And also select a school that will offer the best education to you in the four or more years your there. DONT just go to a school because your friends or girl/boyfriend is going there. Do research!!