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If I were to talk to my-self as a high school senior I would tell myself to take a heavy load in the fall and a lighter one in the spring. This is due to the fact that lets face in the second semester the excitment of school has waned along with motivation. Also, during this time taxes, FASA, applying for jobs and scholarships are due for the summer and the following school year. The second thing I would tell myself is to simply relax and not let the stress of applying for college metal with clear thinking. The last bit of advice I would rendure would be, "do not take learning for granted." I believe it is important to learn all that a person can. In the moment certain subjects may seem meagar or unimportant, but those same subjest may prove to be some of the most valuable tools in life. To myself I give this advice.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself not to worry and stress about the transition to college as much as I did. In fact, I would give this message to every student that is making the transition in their life to go to college. The most important thing to remember is that everybody is either in your shoes, or has been in your shoes at one point in time. If you keep yourself open and willing to meet new people then you will have absolutely no problem meeting people and making friends. Another concern that many seniors face is the rigor and difficulty of classes that lie ahead of them. To that, I would again say not to worry. There are endless opportunities to get help in your academic career. Tutoring opportunities are available, your academic advisor will always be there to support and guide you through your college experience, and most importantly your instructors are there to help you succeed, and will do just that. Overall, although the transition to college is a drastic change in life, it is nothing to be concerned or worrisome about.

The main thing I would tell myself as a senior would be that you really need to pay attention, try your best, because once you make it to college its the real deal. No more slacking off till the last minute, because your teachers wont care as much as Ms. Belair did. Study hard, medical terminology will kick you down. But most of all is to stay true to yourself and remember that you can get throw anything you set your mind to. The world will some day benefit from your accomplishments.

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to take time to look at different opportunities that may interest me. I let others influence my decision when it came to choosing schools, I thought that I would have less of an education of I started out taking my generals at a community college and transfered to a bigger school. Looking back I would've also talked about the differences of cost for schools, meaning if I would've taken my generals at a community college I could've eased my way into a bigger college and been more prepared for the curriculum. I would've also told myself if I wasn't ready for college at that time to take some time off to figure out what direction I want to go with school because it'll always be there, I've been out of school for 5 years and always known what I wanted but it's only been recently that i figured out how to obtain that reality.

I would tell myself that participating in extra activities would benefit a whole lots. It gives you a chance to not only make yourself more desireable to colleges but while attending you get to meet interesting people. I would also tell myself that finding people with the same likes as you can make college life easier too because you're not the only who is acared on the first day. Another good note would be to join up with fellow students who aren't newbies themselves. They can be good mentors and show you the ropes around campus.

I would say to pay close attention to all four years of high school. Even though they say that the last 2 years matter the most, all 4 years of highschool matter and we should cherish that time and take school serious because it doesnt end at senior year. I would also advise my self in the past to take advantage of different study strategies and plan ahead, use the agendas that were provided for free by the school. I think we really take for granted the time we have at highschool. the completion of highschool is basically our entrance to college. I wish I would have studied harder in highschool to make a higher GPA so I could have gotten accepted to the schools of my choice.

If I could go back in time and give myself advice I would advise to have an idea of what you want to go to school for. Know what your interests are in advance. If you're absolutely uncertain, then stick to taking generals to start with. Don't take a lot of classes that are dedicated to a major if your not absolutely sure that it's the direction you want to take. If you have to work while going to school, you have balance your credit load. Don't take so many credits that you can't put 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} into all of your classes. I would also suggest that you talk to your advisor as often as you need to. You're not bothering them. They are there to assist you in reaching your goals. Talk to them about any issues that you have. They may suggest solutions for you that you weren't aware were options.

That it might have been worth it to go directly to a 4 year school. By transferring from a junior college to a four year I was not able to graduate in 5 years . This made it difficult for me to conform to a plan that went against my original plan. Overall though I would tell myself not to worry so much and that my future would work out just the they it was supposed to be.

If i could go back in time i would tell me myself that no matter what never allow yourself to fall in with the incrowd. Stand out you are the only person that can make your dreams come true. Stay focus and do good in school. College is about findg who you are and what your willing to do to get where you want to go. Do things write the first time because you may never get the chance to make things rite cause second chances are not allowed.

I have gotten hands on experiance in labs and the vast knowledge from the professors that are very smart in there fields that they teach. For me the reason that I decided to com to UMC; was that I transfered to this school from a two year college. I had eather the decision to work or go back to school to better myself, in the career field that I am in. Crookston was one of the only schools that would take my credits from the two year college that I went too. I liked the idea of the school being more Ag. focused expecially being located on the plains, this school is perfect for anyone who wants to go for any major Agricultural type of school. The professors at the school really have a passion for teaching others, and for the subjects that they teach.

I just completed my first semester of college at the University of Minnesota Crookston, and I have gotten so much out of it already. I have learned to be more self-sufficient and have better time management because college is so much more demanding than high school. I have made so many friends and have tried so many new things. I am becoming more confident in myself and am more involved in my community; I regularly participate in community service projects through three separate clubs (UMC Rodeo Association, the Natural Resource Club, and the Student Chapter of the Wildlife Society). My college experience has been so valuable. I’m living on campus five hours away from home, so I can’t rely on my family all the time. I’ve learned to rely more on myself, and I know that the friends I’ve made as well as my professors are there to help me when I need it. I’ve redefined myself through my college experience and I’m learning what I really want to do with my life. Without my college experience so far, I would not be the person that I am now.

I have the security of knowing I have a degree from an accredited college in the field of study I love. I also have life-long friends as a result of my attendance at the school. I was able to secure a job in my field within 2 years of my graduation. I have now decided to pursue graduate level education, and because it is not offered at my alma mater, I am enrolled at another institution, but I do have fond memories and mostly positive things to say about my experience. The food was good, the people were fun, and I loved living near but off campus. No matter where I live or work, I will always have this solid educational foundation to depend on. I enjoyed a good mix of field-based and classroom courses, and was able to apply much of my education to my career. Looking back, I wish I could do it all over. I would soak up every opportunity and experience even more than last time, and I would do more studying abroad. Attendance at the U of MN Crookston was great and I'd do it all again.

I have always gotten through school without much effort. As soon as I entered college, however, I had my eyes opened to a world of stress and hard work. There were many consequences to my lack of effort in the beginning. The whole experience has taught me the real world is tough. I have grown beyond what words can express. Not only academically but in life skills, as well. I now try much harder in almost every area of my life, beyond just academics.

Experience Nourishes Wisdom My initial, post high school goals included getting through a two-year college program, earning my degree as quickly as possible that would land me in a career in the Natural Resources field. However, after the completion of my degree, came the realization that the certificate I had gained left me with unstable and inconsistent employment in that field. I wish I knew earlier of the abundant scholastic and social opportunities via undergraduate research, clubs and organizations, community involvement, and volunteering opportunities. All these things, I was blind to or took for granted in the early years of my college experience. It?s been a learning experience. As the great mind once put it, ?Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new.? -- Albert Einstein It?s not always just about the traditional sense of education one might think they will be getting out of higher learning, but the wisdom of knowing that what you can walk away with depends entirely on how much you put into it, not to mention, the more effort one puts into pursuance, I believe, the more satisfied you are in the long run.

I would have to tell myself not to be afraid , to take more chances, and to not be scard of failing. Because I have now learned that that is what it takes to succeed and thrive for your education. I would tell myself to join that club with all those people I didn't know; to join that sport in which I didn't know how to play; and to join that study group and ask for the teacher's help and to not be embarrassed to do so. I'd tell myself to raise my hand when I didn't understand or when I had a question, and know that if I never ask, I'll never know. I'd tell myself to be more open to meeting new people, because these people may become the friends you'll have for the rest of life.

Quite honestly, I would tell myself to keep an open mind. In high school I was very quick to decide practically everything about my future. The past year has been quite the battle because of those quick decisions, but I feel that I am extremely lucky to have made it to the University of Minnesota. The biggest piece of advice I would have given myself, as well as any other high school senior, would be to take every advantage possible to learn about different colleges and careers in order to make the most educated, well thought out decision for yourself.

I think it is important for the perspective student to understand what they would like out of their college experience. It is also important for the student to be comfortable with their surroundings. When deciding on a college first decide your preffered major. Once you have decided on a major look into schools that carry your major. You must then decide what type of atmosphere you prefer(I.E. City, Rural, Etc.). It is also important to choose a school with your preferred campus size. If you are comfortable with your surroundings I believe that you will be afforded less stress which, in turn, will allow you to focus on your academic load.

Do not worry about the money so much because there is money out there to help with school. Just find a school that has the size and degree that you want and go for it.

Finding the right college is not always as easy as one would think. When you go to look for a college it is important to look for more than whether or not they have your major. Some important aspects of college life to look for outside of academics is resident halls, the student union, the faculty/staff, clubs and organizations, and the overall feeling of being on the campus. I found that the moment I stepped onto my college campus that I was welcomed. The people were so friendly and genuinely interested in me. I loved that I had so many opportunities outside of classroom. I took advantage of the small campus and got as involved as I could. I worked at the information desk, became a resident advisor, led freshmen, international, and transfer students through orientation, held numerous offices in different clubs and organizations, and traveled abroad. I have no regrets from my four years of college. My advice is to find the college that feels right and then get involved, take risks, be inspired, be open minded, have no regrets, and most of all have the time of your life!

Don't be afraid to try new things. Change builds character.