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I would tell myself to live on campus and be more involved with student activities and intermural sports. Living on campus offers a great variety of social events and opportunities and being involved with different groups makes campus life fun and interactive. Living off campus can be isolating and students miss out on opportunities to make new friends and learn leadership skills outside of the classroom. Campus life is great.

I would tell myself to live it up and not be scared. I was so worried about not making friends and fitting in that I feel I spent too much time trying to fit in and just not letting myself go and be me. I would also tell myself that it's ok to grow up and be responsible. You need to actually get homework done and learn what's going on in your classes because the information will be used again. It's ok to be smart and take your time on homework. Next I would say to be careful with money and be active! Food became my vice when I was stressed which wasn't good. Finally call your parents at least once a week, it'll make both of you so much more happy. And just have fun!

Since I was scholar athlete in high school, I was obsessed with the sports I participated in. Consequently I found that by my senior year, sports stop being fun and school work became an inconvenience with regards to sports. After going to college, I once again realized that participating in sports (club and intramural) can be fun and can provide an enjoyable outlet away from school work. If I could go back and tell my younger self something of value I would point out that the right balance of school work and outside participation (sports, clubs, etc.) can create a harmony where the total experience can be exciting and fun, instead of something you dread. I believe that if I had known this to be true, I would have enjoyed my high school experience more and would have been both a better scholar and a better athlete.

I would advice myself to try harder in high school and study more for the act for a better chance at scholarships instead of loans. I would also tell myself about how big of a responsibility it is being on your own, like paying bills and keeping the apartment in order. Another big thing is that college offers a different lifestyle, socially, because nobody is there to say when it's time to go to bed or when to do homework. Any high school student needs to understand that there is a way bigger responsibility in college and one needs to take it upon oneself to succeed.

I would say to go and visit more schools. Even schools you aren't interested in can give you insight into what size/type of college you would be most happy at. Apply early, like in October so you don't feel rushed and still have time to apply to more if you find different ones you like. Apply for more scholarships, money becomes a large factor when you are discussing going into thousands of dollars of debt for school. Talk to advisors at your college as soon as you make the choice to go there. Look into honors programs. Check out Greek life, even though you aren't "that" type of person, it turns out there really isn't "that" type of person, rather that "type" of house. Don't go home unless it is something important, focus on living college life.

If i could go back and give myself advice for my future college years I would have to go with stay true to who you are and remember why you are at college. You are there to learn and better your life for the future. Don't get caught up in all the petty things in life like drama and just going out and having a good time. It's important to have fun, but once you just open yourself up to the entire college experience, you are bound to learn more than you ever thought you could. Not just in the classroom, but with everything that goes into building a great life for yourself. Listen to those around you, and always stay open minded. Everything we do in life has a purpoese. When you come to college be the best you can be.

Relax and breathe easy. Do not be afraid to ask questions, continue to be who you are and live life to the fullest. It is okay if you switich your major a million times do what makes you happy. Life is short so be friendly to all and help where you can. Do not rely on the food too much at the cafeteria, it will make you less tolerant to milk and cheese. Try hardest in every class even if you don't like the class, we all have to jump hoops sometimes to get to the better side of our life. Make friends and offer help to others. Carpe Diem!!!

I would tell my past self to work hard and try to learn as much as possible. Not only learn the material related to your major, but every class you take, work hard and let the information sink in. To be open minded to new ideas that may differ from my own. Also to make an effort to make friends and just relax, because if you work hard and are learning then everything will fall into place.

do not procrastinate on studying for a test! do a little bit at a time so that it is not overwhelming and so you have time to ask your teacher questions

Be prepared to get thrown into a world where you have to stay on top of your school work. Don't think about slacking off or getting behind. Get involved with other things than JUST school work. Work on building a well rounded reseme. Socialize! This is one the best places to make some amazing friends. Keep the family ties strong. Most of all, make the most out of everything that is handed to you.