University of California-Merced Top Questions

Dear Mr. Cisneros Congratulations! You have won a new Xbox! Now that I have your attention I would like to begin by saying, (in old man voice) “Get of that darn machine it will rot your brain from the inside out.” If you have not figured it out yet I am you from the future who is currently in college. Our first semester into college went well. However since I know what our dream job is I can tell you that it only gets harder from there. In order to ensure a smoother transition into college I want you to appreciate what you have now, your friends, your teachers, and your parents. Pay attention to the words each has to offer and you will find that they all prove true in college. Combine their wisdom with the hope we have in our heart and no obstacle in college will be too difficult. Hence all you really need to do to prepare for college is to make the right kind of friends and have the right attitude for success. Sincerely, Future Merari Cisneros PS: Do not bring your Xbox to move in day, use Professor Office hours and tutoring.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to keep my eyes open for any and all scholarships out there. As a senior in high school, I applied for a few scholarships in my spare time and I never realized that I had more free time then I gave myself credit for. I would tell myself to use every minute of my time to my advantage. Looking back, I could have been more proactive in the college-readiness process. I would also tell myself to not stress out as much as I did over all the applications (scholarship and college) because thats one less stress that I needed in my life. I would tell myself to relax and take a breather and let myself know that in the end it all worked out for the best. I was prepared and I should not have had anxiety over the start of college. Lastly, I would tell myself that UC Merced was going to be the best choice I will have ever made.

During my senior year in high school I had limited knowledge of the American schooling system. My high school was affected by budget cuts and had insufficient resources to provide to students. Throughout my time at University of California, Merced I have learned so many valuable things that if I had the opportunity to travel back to my senior year I would apply them there. I have learned to ask for assistance when struggling academically as well as how to study for an exam. Study groups are definitely something that has assisted me on receiving great scores on exams. Overall, high school was a unique and interesting experience, but college has made me grow as a person and will definitely benefit others because of it. One thing that has not changed from my senior year in high school until now is helping the community. As a psychology major, I have learned the value of helping others in my community. At the university, I joined the UC Merced’s Police Mentor program where I have the opportunity to assist elementary students academically and prevent students from joining gangs. I will continue to assist others because it is something I enjoy doing.

To my former, highschool self: Ignore trying to please your parents or your peers. Focus on what you can do to better yourself. Always try to better yourself and do not settle for the minimum--even if it means spending several more hours studying, or being more attentive towards homework assignments. Also, stay organized and stay on top of your work. AP should not stand for advanced procrastinator. Procrastinating on studying or homework assignments will not help you pass a much need class. In college, time is money. Do not waste time on naps or pleasures when there is work to be done. Start the habit of constantly keeping busy. You do not want to miss a single minute or opportunity. Those oreos and that episode of the Simpsons will always be around, but your GPA will not better itself. But most of all, continue to be yourself and ignore crowd. You will meet amazing people along the way with the same goals and interests in you. Keep those people around because they are there to help you. Do not keep around company that will only weigh you down from happiness or success.

Most likely to not go to the college I'm currently in, the people as well as the quality of education is disproportionate to the amount of money I'm paying. On top of that, I would have had a higher chance of transferring to a better UC campus had I gone to a community college, despite being leagues ahead of community college course work.

As a freshman at University of California Merced I have come to the realization that college is completely different than high school. The amount of work you get is a lot heavier and you are given higher expectations. So if I could go back in time and give advice to my high school senior self, I would tell my past self that everything will work out in the end. The reason why I think that this advice is important is because every aspect of going to college was difficult. I had to mail in tons of documents to the school and I would always be nervous because I thought they might not get there and it would ruin my admission. Then once I started school I had to learn how life on campus worked, where my classes were, and how to turn in my homework online. So I would constantly worry about what was going to happen. There were dozens of times were I felt like to hardship was too much too handle, but if I knew that if everything would have worked out in the end I would not of been so stressed out about college.

If i had the chance to go back in time as an high school senior, I would tell myself that time is very valuable and that there is no time for procrastination. I would also tell myself to always start off strong in my work and study and to finish strong in all my subjects. I would also tell myself to stay focus and always try my best in everything i do.

If I knew then what I know now that I am in college, I would have told myself that I am smarter than what people have said, and that hard work does pay off. I would’ve told myself that even when you’re feeling low and that you have no one to support your dreams, you can still succeed. I would’ve told myself to start college sooner rather than later; I don’t regret my choice to take time off, because I needed to help provide for my family, but I would’ve went to college sooner.

People tell you that the most important years of high school are you’re junior and senior years. In actuality, it is all important to succeed in college and life in general. Most colleges want to see what separates you from the rest of the eager college bound high school seniors. Your grades are a huge indication of how you will cope with the stresses of college. Extracurricular activities are also very important, but it is not the number of clubs you join or how many sports teams you are on, it is how well you maintain your academia while participating in these many activities that truly matters. Although it would seem that being too involved in extracurricular actives would hurt your academic standing, I for one received my highest GPA playing three sports as well as being involved with many school clubs. Therefore, I feel if I had been more involved with my community and school my senior year I might have boosted my GPA, making me evening more appealing to colleges.

You dont need him, hes not worth it. Do you see these scars on my arm, those are from him. Use your head not your heart, you cant afford the emotional toll of the domstic violence.