Syracuse University Top Questions

Don't come to college unless you know you are ready for it. Take a year or a semester off and think what's the point to go to a college. It's not the same as high school. If you are not ready or not sure if you want get a higher education don't come to college, it's a waste of money if you don't change your attitude for studying. Once you are ready for college make sure you attend every class and really think about what you want to do for your future. Take every class seriously and finish your work on time if you don't, you are going to regret when you become an upper classment. All the classes you thought that was easy and didn't take them serious are going to come back and hurt you in the end. Although it is hard to imagine how the classes are going to help you when you graduate, you still need to take them serious. Apply for scholarship you will be amaze how much money you can recieve. If you work hard you get higher grade and you get money.

I would tell my self don't come to college expecting it to be like high school. In high school if you messed up a test or assignment you could basically always find a way to bounce back and fix your grades. This is not the same case in college, once you start fooling around and not focus on school your grades will drop there no net to save you. Always take your classes seriously and you don't have to do it alone there are always people here to help you. If you get one bad grade it not the end of the world most of the time there a solution. Lastly be greatful for upperclass men they are here to help guide you not hurt you.

i would definately tell myself to sociallize more with the professors, make sure they know who i am, and take every opportunity that comes my way, and never let community service trips or student government positions go by without me doing anything about it. Basically be more out there both academically and extra curricularly.

Try harder

Choosing the right college for you is one of the most important decisions you will make. How you perform at the chosen college will impact your success in education and the rest of your future. Do no be afraid to take chances and ask questions. Your success is measured by your willingness to attempt. Failure is not doing something wrong, but neglecting to recognize there was a mistake. Work hard, always put everything you have forward because there are rarely second chances. College can become one of your greatest experiences if you allow yourself to manage it. Know what is good for you and that with a strong educational foundation possibilities are endless. Being prepared is one of the best things you can do to succeed. Procrastination will lead to stress, manage time wisely in order to avoid this. STUDY STUDY STUDY! Always remember to take pride in what you do and never alter you decisions unless it ultimately will benefit you. There will be many different views from other people that you won't agree with. Always stand up for what you believe in.

Join student senate or any other sport/club organization to bring brotherhood. Do not join a frat/serority unless its acedemic. Focus on studies don't go to too many parties.

I would give myself advice having to do with academics. The change from high school learning and acadmics to college learning and academics had a pretty noticeable affect on me my first semester. In high school I did not have to put a lot of work and effort into my school work to get A's. In college the intensity and expectations are much higher and I did not pick up on that right away. I would inform myself to stay on top of class work and to study often. I would also advice myself to start managing my time effectively because that seemed to be a problem for me as well. Overall then I would advice myself to be aware of the difference of high school and college academics along with the change in schedule and time management. In college more is put on the individual to make happen and making sure to jump on top of things early is key.

Mariah, stop worrying and stressing. Yes, this is a very important time in your life, but the fact that you are determined I know that you will learn and do great in College. Now, you may be thinking that the words "Do Great" means that you will be on the Deans list, but that is not what I am refering to. Although I strongly believe that you will make the Deans list, I mean that you will try your hardest and put as much effort forth as you can. On the otherhand you are not a "Super Kid", there may be a time that you may forget to do an assignment, but not to worry it is not the end of the world! Dont beat yourself up over a true mistake. Mariah, you were brought up by great parents and you will survive all of the hardships that the college sceen may present with under age drinking and "experimenting" that some of your peers may indulge in, JUST SAY NO! Mariah, you are strong enough and more than determined to make sure that you have fun as well as take your studies seriously! Trust me you'll be fine! =)

Don't mess up freshman year. If you do, it is hard to get back up. Keeping a high gpa is easier than getting a high gpa. Work hard now, enjoy life better later.

I would say to not worry as much about grades. They're important, but there's so many other things that should take up your time in college. Like extracurricular activities, spending time and going out with friends, working a job, getting an internship, working with professors to do research and study with them, starting an organization. It's important to find a balance between work and play...to work hard and take the classes you need to take, but also to relax, and take classes from a wide variety of subjects that you want (are motivated) to take. you're paying to go to the school, so don't waste it by sitting in your dorm room on your computer all the time and doing things you could do at home. "Milk the school for all it's worth," take all the interesting classes you can handle. But you also need time to have fun with a group of friends, of any size, whose company you enjoy and who raise your spirits. You'll only be an undergraduate once, so take advantage of all the resources given, and never miss a good campus speaker...they're only at college.