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Knowing what I know now, I would tell myself to work as hard as possible in everything I did, from a little homework assignment to big projects. Doing this would have put less strain on me when I got to college, as I could have gotten a scholarship if my grades had been higher. Also, I would have told myself to seriously consider my chosen major and if it was the right one for me because I haven't been happy in my major. Any advice I would want to give myself would be to correct the mistakes I've made to make my first semester of college easier.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as high school senior I would definitely give myself the advice of time management. College is all about time management because everything you do is all up to you there are no teachers or parents holding your hand telling you what to do or when to do it. My first semester at the University of Delaware as a freshman was extremely stressful for me because I would do all of my studying a week before an exam or complete homework assignments the night before they were due. I found myself loosing sleep and also not eating as healthy because I couldn?t seem to mange my time. This semester taught me that college is extremely tough but I have the ability to accomplish my dream. Making a planner or a schedule is very helpful when attending college so you know exactly what you need to accomplish each day. Also studying an hour every night for each class can also be helpful instead of cramming a few days before an exam. Professors also suggest studying the material as soon as you learn it helps you retain the information much better.

So you made it through high-school, had a great summer and now its time to have some fun away from the family! That is the first thought that a majority of freshmen coming in have. Freedom from Mom and Dad, having the freedom to do all they want for the first time. ?Discovering yourself,? as they say is a piece of the college puzzle, one that cannot become the keystone, holding everything else together. It is very easy to get distracted by the flashing lights and booming sounds of the extracurricular bench, the Frats on the row, or that Art History major?s room with smoke coming out of it from down the hall. The keystone should be what brought you this far, your intelligence, and hard work. There will be an innumerable (English 101) amount of distractions that will come your way, some that you should partake, most you should avoid. Never forget your purpose at the university, to graduate and get that great job you always wanted. Participate in school activities, become president of club, but always remember your true goal during your time at this school.

As a high school senior, I had a lot of fear about the unknown. I was not sure which college to attend and I was afraid of making the wrong decision. There was also the guilt of knowing that there would be a lot of stress put on my family regarding financial arrangements to attend college. Knowing what I know now, I would tell myself that you have to let yourself have more confidence in your ability to make these life changing choices. While there will always be those nerves about doing something new in life, you cannot let fear stop you. College is the time to learn and explore your world. If you fear life, you will never be able to grow. I know that I did everything I could by working to hard to help with any finances. I would tell myself that I did the best I could. Any mistakes that I have lived through has only made me stronger. Believe in yourself because you made the right decision.

My first piece of advice would be to relax! Life definitely changes in college, but not as dramatically as I know I imagined when I was a high school senior. College life greatly depends on the kind of person you are before you enter. Yet, numerous opportunities are made available to grow and gain a variety of new interests. As a college student, you are able to make your own decisions about things which may have seemed insignificant at home, but become extremely important when you are independent. You must remember to do the laundry, figure out where and with whom to eat, what is the best time to study and where, as well as choosing in what you would like to devote your time and energy. Creating schedules is extremely useful not only for classes, but in coordinating what to do in your spare time. The wide range of people you get to meet and befriend makes college life absolutely wonderful and overwhelming, but once you find a good niche you will discover a second home that offers a similar security and comfort as the home you left.

I thought I was a pretty organized person in high school but then when I got to college I realized that I may not have the skills I thought I had. I would tell my high school self to pay attention to how things are done at home so when I got to college I would be more prepared for all the many different things I would need to be responsible for in my college life. I would also tell me not to spend so much on frivolous things because college is much more expensive than I thought, particularly when I am responsible for my own personal expenses. I would tell my senior self to make sure and deal with the bad roommate problem from the very beginning of the year because letting things go never solves the problem and it just tends to go on and on so by the end of the year, you have wasted all that time dealing with annoying people. I would tell myself that my college choice ended up the best choice even though it wasn't my first choice. I could have worried a lot less if I knew that bit of advice.

I would tell my high school senior self that college really is not as terrible and as challenging as you would think. I would tell myself not to worry so much about the small details in life and to just enjoy the teenage years while you can. College is actually much better suited to my personailty, so I would tell my younger self that it's going to be a blast and to have fun with the whole experience!

I would tell you, younger me, to not hesitate in signing up for the marching band. That has been the one constant in your life since middle school, don't even think about letting it go! You're going to school 3000 miles away from home, you need the support system of friends who you can count on no matter what, and you know that the marching band will provide just that. You will have the best time of your life in the UD Marching Band, and it will not only make it easier being so far away from your friends and family from home, but will also bring out the best in you, and help reveal who you want to be. Also: buy your books online. The bookstore's a rip-off.

I feel I applied to a good variety of colleges and universities. However, when I first decided to attend the University of Delaware, I don't think I really considered the financial aspect of my decision. One or two other schools I had gotten into had offered me a decent financial aid package, but neither of those schools were as appealing to me as UD was. Now, almost two full years into my collegiate career, and already thousands of dollars indebt, I worry about my future; will I be able to find a secure job in order to pay off my loans? Academically and socially, I certainly do not regret my decision of attending UD. Financial speaking however, I wish I would have weighed out my options better. I think it is crucial for students to realize the amount of debt they are getting themselves into when attending an undergraduate university. I hope by the time I graduate in 2012 that the economy will be more stimulated and I am able to find myself a decent job. Knowing what I know now, I wish I would have picked school which offered me more financial aid.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to take the time to learn how to study. I was always in honors and advanced placement classes and the information came easily to me, I never really had to study. Once I started my classes in college I learned that these classes were a lot harder and moved at a much faster pace. I had to teach myself how to study because in high school I really did not need to study so I never really bothered to learn how to do it. Although I have successfully taught myself what I need to do to learn the information and be prepared for whatever my professors throw at me on tests, quizzes, and assignments, my first semester would have ben much less stressful if I had taken the time to learn how to study before I got to campus.

There are a few important things that I know now that I didn't know as a senior and wished I had known prior to starting college. First off, I would tell myself that saving money, however small, is a great endeavor. I recieved small scholarships from my high school and other sources. Within the first month of college, I was down to less than $100 due to books and room supplies. I would tell myself that college is a extremely different place than high school. In college, your success is based on your actions. There is no one there to force you to go to class, or constantly behind you telling you what to do. Many of the poor choices that you make have lasting consequences. Lastly, I would tell myself that college is an environment in which everyone has different goals, therefore not everyone acts in your best interests, so choose friends wisely. Many students have a different view on the college experience. Some view it as a place to drink and have sex, others as a place to get good grades and a great future. The people you surround yourself with determines how you view this experience.

If I could talk to my high school self, I would try to prepare myself for how difficult it would be to be so far away from home. Growing up, I prized myself on being able to live a wholesome life with a clear conscience. But as you get older, it seems that making the right decisions gets harder to do. If I could go back and tell myself anything, I would warn myself not to see the world as strictly black or white. Grey is a huge part of life. Things won't always be clear all the time. As you get older, right and wrong, good and bad all begin to blend into each other. I would urge myself to be less judgemental and more lenient towards others but especially myself. The world judges you enough without your help. Ultimately, I would emphasize patience, because thats the only thing that will get you through any transitional phases in your life.

If I had the capability to go back and warn myself in my senior year about transitions with college, above all I would say to relax. I remember having spent my senior year worried about every possibility no matter how improbable it would have seemed. I remember far too many sleepless nights, wondering when I would receive a response from the only college I applied to. This concept also falls into the amount of self confidence, if I was aware of the fact that I was a strong student and capable of achieving any goal. The second warning would be for the need to develop studying skills. Unlike high school, studying every night would be a necessity. These studying skills would also have to coexist with time management. Time management would be imperative when paired with work friend and family. I would truly have to tell myself that I am far more prepared than I could ever believe.

Knowing what I know about the college life I would give myself as a high school senior, plenty of advice. I would definitely tell myself that I would need to be safe and be aware of all of my surroundings. You never know what could happen especially to females. I would also say that "I" should have time to enjoy myself because times do become stressful. Learning how to balance time and to be organized is a big key in college. If someone is not organized it is easier for them to get overwhelmed and stressed out. Also a big thing is to stay clean and wash your hands whenever you can. This can help prevent you from getting sick or the flu. Another huge part of the transition is to beware of the tests. In most classes the grade is the tests that you take. Study as much as possible. College is fun but it is also a major part of life so make the best of it and make sure you keep your grades and get involved.

The first two years really aren't as important as your last couple of years in school because you're just getting the basic classes out of the way. I think you'll make the right decision by choosing to stay in Dover for your first two years rather than moving up north for the next four. You're going to save yourself and your parents ALOT of money and you'll get more time to grow and mature as person and to save all your cash for those last couple of years. Always give yourself time to decompress but also know when it's time to buckle down. Continue to prove the doubters wrong by managing your time wisely towards your son, your future job, and your education. You will be great and do great things, not only for you and your son but for plenty of other people.

Going back in time to talk to myself as a senior would benifit me so much. When ariving at school I realized that I am totally on my own and I needed to learn how to make dicisions and prioritize my things to do. With that learn different ways to study and not procrastinate oin my homework so that I can be the most successful student I can be to achieve my life goals.

After completing my first semester of college I have already learned and grown so much since my high school senior year. In high school the priority for many students is to look better than their peers, be the sports superstar, or be the most popular. I've learned these past few months that once you get to college none of that matters anymore. You're no longer the most popular girl in school, where everyone knows your name and watches your every move. In college you're just another face in a crowded 300-person lecture hall. You have to start all over; make new friends, learn the campus, and acquire new study habits. I wish I could go back to my high school years and tell my self not to be so worried about what other people think of me and focus more on school. College truly is a big step up from high school and your senior year you should do everything you can to prepare yourself.

As a high school senior, the thought of being thrown into an unknown world is extremely daunting. One has no idea what to expect and advice does not change that. However, if I were to give myself I would say that your experience will be different from everyone else's, that is just how it works. But take every event, test, occurrence, and let yourself enjoy it. College opens your mind to so many new things and you must be willing to learn and change based upon them. In a matter of months, your life changes drastically; be prepared for new friends, extremely challenging coursework, and the fast paced life of a college student. But most of all, be prepared for how these factors change you as a person. College undoubtedly alters a person, but you must stay conscious of these changes and ensure that you come out as the person you want to be. Nothing can truly prepare you for college except an open-mind and a strong sense of self.

Think about what kind of contribution you want to make to the world. Are you satisfied with graduating from college and working at a menial job for the rest of your life, or are you interested in making a difference? Going to a big school, it's easy to get lost in the crowd, and it can be hard to make the connections you might want to really make a difference. In a big school people tend to stick with people just like them, because it can be difficult to get to know people from other backgrounds. If you are interested in meeting all sorts of people, going to a small college where everyone knows everyone else will probably end up being a better fit. Once you get to college, make sure you are yourself from day one. If you aren't, like I wasn't, you will end up in a group of friends that you don't fit in with, and you may miss out on opportunities you will later regret. The bottom line is to always be concious of what you are doing, what you want to be doing, and where you want to end up.

The first bit of advice that I would give myself would be to look closer at the curriculum of my major of choice so that I can plan out the classes well beforehand and eliminate the any issues of scheduling classes. The second thing that I would tell myself would be to learn as much about as many programming languages and their core principles that I can before graduation. I would tell myself this because this would give me more time to enjoy programming than deal with the bothersome steps of learning how program in a specific language. Finally I would tell myself to remember that as serious as college is, it is not a life or death situation and all things pass in time.