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Take your GPA and course selections seriously but don't give up on your interests outside of your major. Networking is incredibly important so take every encounter seriously and professionally. Stay organized and always check your syllabi. Life is going to be in a constant state of change for you in the next four years. Don't get discouraged when money is tight or when family is far. You'll make it out OK and find yourself in a confident, settled place.

I would tell myself to not take the year off inbetween high school and college. Doing that delayed me, and I feel older then everyone else in the school. It was a great idea to go to Community College before Temple though; made me appreciate everything that much more!

The same advice as I give my self regarding life itself. Treat other's as you would like to be treated and simply try your best in everything that you do.

Try your best as soon as you start school and give school your all.

In all seriousness, I would advise myself to do exactly what I've done since day one. I came into college knowing that I was going to give it my all. I knew college tuition is expensive and wasn't going to be pay for itself. Aware of the sacrifices my mom makes for me to earn a post-secondary education, it is crucial that I work hard to get the most out of my time at Temple University. While I love the time I spend with my new friends, I don't allow it to get in the way of my education. The social aspect of college is important, yet at no time should it overpower schooling. The advice I would give myself is to be calm and enjoy myself. I came into Temple University a little nervous over how I would perform in school and what kind of experience I would face overall, yet after having gone through a year and a half of schooling, I know that I am capable of succeeding in class while simultaneously building friendships and expanding my network.

Go to community college first.

Don't stress the details. Getting into college is then hard part, but actual college work is not so much. Your GPA only matters if you want to go to graduate school or transfer. Friends come and go and you will learn the most useful and interesting things during this time in your life. Don't stress about your major too much, for you can always change it. Most people do. Most people don't even go into the same field of study. Make friends, make connections and LIVE YOUR LIFE. regret nothing and do everything. we're only young once.

Ed, You're a hard-working person and that will take you through college. Your social skills are a valued asset and will lead to great things in both your personal life and your career advancement. Volunteer and participate in as many opportunities as possible to get the experience, as maybe you could have done more of that. On the other hand, your work ethic and willingness to try new things will really improve your resume and hopefully lead to a great job when you graduate. Always try to stay one step ahead of everyone else, even if they are your closest friends. Yet these same friends have made you who you are and you should always be willing to help them out with anything if you feel like you are able to. The best advice I can give myself is "Don't say no" to any situation as long as you've weighed your options. There will be a lot of offers on the table ranging from anything such as a job or internship opportunity, a course offering, and even social situations. I trust you will make the same wise decisions I have. Just live for the experience!

Always stay focused. You cannot go back and re-do all your classes. Try to really think about a major because if you don't then you may end up taking unnecessarily. Get involved with groups on campus and community service, it helps out. Build relationships with teachers even the wierd ones. Plan financially before and remember college is just a lifestyle so learn from it while you can.

Its fun

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would adivise myself to learn to manage my time effectively. Time management is an important issue in college. I think effective time management is the key to success in college. If you can balance your social life with your academic life effectively, you will be a successful student. During college, It is easy to leave academic track by the surrounding pressures of social activities such as parties, drinking, smoking, taking drugs, etc. If you have a stong mind and will, you can stay withold from these things. While it is fair to have a little fun in college, your main focus should remain on your studies. If you can do this, you will have a successful life as college student.

Make sure you know what you will be comfortable doing. Don't always go for the most new and interesting. You will get homesick and you will miss the comforts of home. Try new things but do not go too far out of your comfort zone.

Never lose focus Karen! You might want to lay back and relax more often in the spring semester when the weather is nice and you want to go outside, but you still have to work. Keep working at the end of the semester and study hard for those finals. Have fun and enjoy your time in college, before you know it, you will have to enter into adulthood and begin a career.

Assuming I could back in time, I would tell myself, as a high school senior, to welcome every opportunity presented at college. I would definitely advise myself to become a proactive college student and join several organizations, some pertaining to your major and others for the student life. It is very important to have a balance between your collegiate career and student life. In addition, being an active member of organizations will help you learn more and become better prepared for "real world" upon graduating. I would also advise myself as a high school senior to try to do internships and co-ops because these only add to the college experienec and make learning "fun". Most importantly, I would advise myself to value my life as a student and open every opportunity presented to me.

Accelerate as fast as possible and never look back.

I would advise myself that when I get to college to be sure to make social friends, to make a friend in each class, and to get to know the professors and faculty. I will also advise myself to remember to keep my academic and social lives seperate. This is what will help with getting through college, the support system I created.

My advice would be to be as open as possible to new experiences and new people. Dont be afraid to step outside of the things you learned as a child and experience something different. Fear can severely stagnate a persons growth. Dont let it hold you back. Though your foundation is very important, be willing to try something new. New experiences and people give you an opportunity to grow and thats what college is all about.

I would adivse myslef to enter college with an open mind who jumps at opportunites presented and is not fearful.

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to relax a bit! I was so stressed out over applications, money and studying, that I didn't realize what the best school was for me. I was too focused on the outcome of the college education, not the product of my learning. I picked University of Maine first because they offered me money to go there, not because I wanted to go to that school. When I transferred to Temple, it was the best decision I ever made. I changed my major and love what I am learning, here at school. I didn't feel as much pressure when I came to Temple, I knew what I wanted to do with my life!

Well i would tell myself to see if i could find some prep courses to better prepare myself for the challenges that I would be faced with currently. I would also tell myself to be a bit more serious because if you are not then you basically flunk out of school sooner than later.