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If I could go back in time, I would bombard myself with so much advice I would probably get sick of myself. The utmost important thing I would stress would be to save money; I would tell myself anychance I got along with putting sticky notes everywhere as reminders. Money has been the most important factor thus far, and I wish I had saved it. I would also tell myself not to spend the refund money I received on comic books and various other pointelss things I could do without. I would also make a point of telling myself to throw out more stuff and bring less with me. I have no where to put anything, and I don't use half of it anyway. The last thing I would tell myself, aside from saving money and to stop being a pack rat, would be to be more outgoing and social. It would not kill me to talk a little bit more to my fellow Wildlife Biology classmates.

I would tell myself, Latrecia even though it seems like you have it hard, life only gets harder without education. Take advantage of everything available to you, and the things that are not, try, try, try, and those things to will be available. Latrecia remember in life you cant fail or succeed without attempting something. Don't let fear keep you from being the best and all you can be.

If I could go back and talk to my high school senior self, I might have told myself to apply for more scholarships and study all summer. My first semester of college classes was much harder than I expected and I did not do as well as I should have. I might have told myself to join the track team in the fall instead of early winter. Maybe I would have told myself to keep in touch with high school teachers and friends; because you never know when you might need a letter of recommendation or someone to talk about your new life with. Perhaps I would have told my high school self to go out and join groups and meet new people and be open to new things. Overall my experience has been great at the University of Montana. The mistakes I've made have helped me grow as a person so in the end I would only tell my ignorant high school self to and enjoy college as much as possible and be spontaneous.

Life is going to be hard but don't let it get to you. Keep your head up. Keep moving forward and don't look back. Learn from your mistakes. It doesn't matter what others think about you its what you think of yourself. Listen to what your family says but stay true to yourself.

As a senior in high school, I was very afraid of making the transition to University. Not knowing how well I would make friends, and being fearful of the difficulties of my classes. Having made this transtion to University, I would tell myself as a high school senior to calm down! The transition was nothing I was expecting. Everyone I met was very open and inviting, and just like me, they were looking for new friends too. As for class difficulty and homework, I would tell myself to keep time for studying and projects. I have found that by doing assignments and class work early, the amount of my stress was drastically decreased. This works out well not only for stress and grade levels, but it allows time to hang out and enjoy new friends. Really the transition is much easier than expected. New students are experiencing the same difficulties that you are and there is a lot of support from Resident Assistants and family as well. Going to University is a great experience, one that you will not soon forget.

If I could talk to myself as a high school senior, I would start by explaining why she should go to college and not let her fears keep her from pursuing her dreams. Then I would talk about how to be successful at college. To begin with I would tell her that most people are nervous about college, no one is perfect, and education is beneficial even without having any particular goal in mind at first. I would emphasize that life is a work in progress, there’s no absolute path to follow. I would tell her she could travel in the summers, if she needed a fresh perspective and inspiration. Next I would tell her that life isn’t about having things go well all the time; it’s about dealing well with how things are going. I would encourage her to seek out all different kinds of resources when she needed to solve a problem (big or small, academically, mentally, or physically). Sometimes it’s necessary to search long and hard before an answer is discovered—never give up. Finally, I would tell her that the challenges of going to college far outweigh the benefits in every manner.

Never quit. Always study and work to the best of your ability untill the end. Also don't forget to have fun and enjoy the time you have with your friends and family.

Go exactly where you're heading: you're on the right track. Although it would have helped to start some paperwork a little earlier to get more financially stable when college started. Otherwise don't falter now, this is a good road to follow.

I would tell myself to not stress. I spent so much time in my junior and senior years stressing about what schools to apply to. I constantly filled my brain with "what ifs?" and worrysome thoughts about college. I would tell myself to relax. In the end, I got into my dream school, with an amazing program, but I'm sure I could have said that about any of the schools I could have attended. High school students need to remember that everything WILL work out in the end when it comes to college. The next advice I'd give myself is to not be afraid of what people think of you. I'll be honest, the first few weeks of college are awkward until everyone has made real friends, so just be yourself, and eventually you will find a solid group of people to hang out with. I'd urge myself to attend any club meetings I could at the beginning of the year because they are a great way to meet people with the same intrests as me. I'd then remind myself to breath and to not stress, because college is a blast no matter what!

My college experience so far has taught me that hard work pays off. The type of college experience and life that I will lead will be a direct result of the time and effort that I put into it. Even as a first year student I have learned a lot that relates directly to my field of study which is Education. I work after school at a daycare and I have been able to apply the things I have learned in classes to my job and working with the children there. I am so thankful to have a job where I can put the things I learn into practice immediately and see firsthand the value of the things I am learning. I have determined that the major I have chosen is definately the path I want to pursue. I have discovered a pssion for learning and for education and for this reason it has been very valuable to attend North Greenville University!

Since beginning school in August of 2010, I have had countless invaluable experiences. From the challenge of living on my own for the first time, to experiencing the wonders of Montana's nature, I've found college to be extremely valuable. College has allowed me to continue my quest for knowledge which I developed in high school. The availability of professors and the closeness of my classmates has allowed me to learn more than ever, as well as enjoy the process of learning, which is often difficult to do. In addition to learning, I've become an independent woman since entering college. I've had to balance my own check book and hold myself accountable for completing schoolwork and staying fit. I've also found myself as a child of God which is a realization that will never leave me. Finally, as a result of countless camping trips, day hikes, and fun winter activities I have grown to love nature and Montana. All of these experiences have continued to shape me as I've grown into a woman. Without these experiences I would not be who I am today. I've developed a love for nature and Montana

During my second year at the Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico in Ponce I have experienced why it is important to attend and how this can influence me in my life. Attending to the university the most important valuable thing I have experience is the values of how to treat each person. This can help to be a better person not only with myself but with others. Out of my collage experience I have experience responsibility. Responsibility has teach me to be more willing and to do things better for my own good. Attending to the university is valuable because everything I learn is beneficial for my future and I can also use all that I learn in my daily life. Out of my collage experience I have known a lot of different personalities and have known to decide to choose between right and wrong. The collage experience has created a more professional person with expectations for the future. Inspiration has created in me the journey to keep continuing my dreams and my career. The most important thing that I have learn is to not give up my dream and that with a little enthusiasms I can achieve anything.

I have gotten a lot out of my college experience. The University of Montana has provided endless opportunities to help me become the best teacher that I can be. The education program explores a diverse group of learners. I have been able to teach students of all ages in many settings. Some of the opportunities, including tutoring teens that have not learned to read have to be passed by due to my financial status. If I had a financial cushion, I would not have to work to pay my tuition. I would then be able to spend every friday furthering my teaching experience.

Before attending the University of Montana, I knew absolutely no one in Montana. I was taking a risk by moving to what seemed like an entirely different world. I am originally from Maui, HI and so coming the continental United States to go to school was something completely new and scary. I was afraid I was not going to make friends, that I would not connect with anyone, and that I would be extremely homesick and lonely. However, I was wrong. People here welcomed me with open arms and brought me into their community. I have learned that taking a chance can lead to some pretty awesome results. I have a wonderful, supportive group of friends, a great employer and coworkers, professors who love teaching, and classmates who actually want to learn. This is something that cannot necessarily be taught in a classroom. I am creating relationships here with people that I hope will last a lifetime. So yes, while I have learned and studied interesting subjects in the classroom, the most beneficial thing that I have learned while at the University of Montana is that good relationships are the foundation of a strong, positive, and supportive community.

College for me is an opportunity for adventure. I needed something more than the systemic, status quo preparation for a career. While getting ready for the world of jobs may suit some people, I belief that a career should be a body of work one looks back on, something that is defined by one's life not the other way around. .I've always loved adventures, the sense of wonder and curiosity from childhood never quite left me, and heading off to college has proved to be the most adventurous thus far. I knew that the best way for me to grow was to step outside of my comfort zone and that's precisely what the purpose of an education should be: pushing and getting to know oneself. I see no greater opportunity to take control of my path than through education. By holding myself accountable for the knowledge I gain, accountable for filling in the grey areas on the maps of my self-awareness, I ultimately take responsibility for the person I become.

For me I have seen many doors open for me that would have never opened. Without attending i would have never known my love for school and how needed it is in the world today. without college id never be able to go any higher in the world than i am right now.

College takes a big toll on my life. I attend school at night, while I work in the day, but on top of that I have to work 44 hours at an outside site every term. But, on top of THAT, I an getting my general education coursework done online. It's starting to get easier to juggle everything now, but it took some getting used to. The work that I'm doing in class is completely worth the load I have to balance. The animals I work with may be the sweetest ever or won't cooperate at all, but I know what I'm doing is aiding in their well-being. I'm learning to become a Veterinary Technician, and it's a very accelerated, hands-on course. The knowledge I'm gaining from my school is something that will constantly be with me throughout my career...my life. I don't have any extra time, and I'm always drained and zombied, but I think when it comes down to doing something I really want to do it'll all be worth it in the end.

Since I have been attending Ozarks Technical Community College in Lebanon Missouri the biggest thing I've noticed is how close the teachers and students are to each other. I like being able to still have one on one time with a teacher if i have a problem or need help with something I don't quite understand. Rather than being at one of the big universities where the only reason the teachers go to the classroom is to get paid. The OTC campus's are also really tough on attendence. If you are gone more than 6 times and you haven't cleared it with your teacher, they have the option of dropping you from their class.

i have found that the university has given me a strong sense of place in the natural world. i have learned valuable skills in protecting and understanding the natural world. this set of skills will help me immensely later in life when i go on to work in one of a variety of government agencies involved in protecting the environment in crucial times such as these. i have Particularly enjoyed learning for the pourpose of understanding as much as i can in the natural world. i am currently majoring in forest ecology and i am fascinated by the knowledge i have gained at this institution. Every day I learn something new I am overjoyed with the thought of someday applying my knowledge in the field to set an example and continue learning through my own success. i also look forward to teaching others with similar interests to my own and enjoying their success as they enjoy the natural world with the same enthusiasm i have.

There are several reasons to go to College of Southern Nevada and some of them are it's affordability, relaxed environment, and the feeling of a more personal education. I am a good student but I sometimes fall into a rut and procrastinate. In the college world procrastination could devistate you financially. This is why I prefers CSN over other colleges in the area. At CSN if you mess up once or twice it will not bankrupt you. All the teachers at CSN know just how much work you can and cannot handle making it feel a little more relaxed than the University setting. Another reason I like CSN is the lower population of students. The smaller population also allows for a more personal approach to teaching so I can talk to my teachers without having to compete for their attention. Overall CSN is a little community that just feels more comfortable if you like the quiet life.