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If I could go back and talk to my high school self, there are many things I would consider saying. I remember how during that time the choice of where to spend my next four years was crutial and I spent a lot of time doing research. I would most definitely reassure myself that Lincoln was the place for me. I not only love the program that I'm studying, but the Greek life has been nothing but fantastic to me. I would also describe maybe what the classroom settings are and how different they are from the traditional learning styles. I would tell myself to work extra hard, because these are the years you are learning about the things you love. Although schoolwork always should come first, I would remind myself to have fun. know that I can sometimes put myself in a shell when put in new environments. At lincoln, you shouldn't have to feel that way. Lastly, I would tell myself to save as much money as possible, for College is not cheap and is especially expensive being in the Architecture Program.

Looking back at my first year of college, one of the first things I would tell myself as a high school senior is to purchace your textbooks (at least the expensive ones), from somewhere other than the bookstore on campus. They really pump the money out of you and I could have easily saved over $1000 on books alone. I also would have told myself to not get a seven day meal plan and only stick with the five day one. I always went home on the weekends and I never used my meal plan on those days so I could have saved some more money there. On the academic side of things I would advise myself in high school to study extra hard and try and score good on the ACT. I was one point away on my ACT from getting a free ride from the University so I definately would advise that. Besides those few things the biggest things I would have told myself would have been to relax during that first year and have fun, because college only comes once so you should live it up and explore, and find ways to meet new people.

Do not take a semester off. You wouldn't believe how quickly your grades can turn south. Go to class, read the text books, take notes, and STUDY

You only live once, so take chances and have no regrets about the time you spent in college. Do things that scare you every day. Challenge yourself to become a well rounded person, but also remember what you love to do and be true to yourself. College is a time to explore, so try as many different things as you can and remember what you like to do and keep doing those things. You may think you know exactly who you are already, but there are always more things to try that you haven't encountered yet, and you will surprise yourself as you discover the layers that make you who you are. The better you figure yourself out, the happier you will be later in life, and the more driven you will become towards your true life goals. The better you figure yourself out, the happier you will be in the career path you choose.

You need to be prepared to spend much more time on homework and projects than you did in high school. The classess are smaller and you can get individual attention unlike the teachers in high school. You will also like the fact that they treat you as an adult and not a child. If you be yourself you will make many good friends who will encourage you in your animation/ film career. Oh yeah, you will change your mind about animation for video games and move to stop frame animation for movies or short subjects. It will be tedious work but you will really love it.

Just stay relaxed. Moving away from home is tough. Leaving friends and family makes things difficult but in college everyone else is feeling the same way. Most important thing is to go out and meet people. Alot of freshman think college is all about drinking and partying its not. That stuff may be fun for a couple years but a degree will bring you fun for the rest of your life. At times its hard just stick with it. Good Luck

I would tell myself to really look at wha I want to do and decide what the best major for me is. I would also tell myself that's it's going to be a big change for me, but that I should never lose faith in myself keep my confidence up because it will all work out in the end. Don't be afraid to meet new people and be yourself because more likely than not, there is a group of people out there who are just like you and will like you for exactly who you are.

Make more friends.

I would love to go back and talk to myself when i was a senior. I would tell myself to wake up, and don't get lazy. Getting lazy in highschool only makes college ten times more hard. Also, i'd say appreciate the time you have in highschool. It's one of the best times of your life, and it goes by quick. Finally, I'd say all your hard work you do in highschool, will pay off eventually. It may not pay off while you're still in high school, but eventually, at some point, it will. When it pays off, it's a rewarding experience that cannot be replaced.

Make up your mind about a major or a major your interested in pursueing before college. I mention this because it difficult to graduate with your intented graduating class if you were to switch majors often or take classes that don't credit to your major. The next advice is focus on academics especially during the first semester of college. The first semester is the make or break time frame. The first semester usually consists of fewer challenging courses which could allow you to set a high GPA right from the beginning. The high GPA will make up for future possible mistakes. The first semester is also a time where new college students either suceed or fail and drop out. If your not willing to put forth the effort then consider yourself one of the unsuccessful students. The last advice is don't be a room hermit. You can get your own dorm room which can come with a roommate. There may be plently of stuff to do inside your dorm room, but there are plenty of things to do outside of your dorm room. Get involved because the opportunities in college only come once so enjoy while you can.

I would tell myself to find something that I feel passionate about. I went through school without ever really finding my place. I went through the routine of graduating only to feel lost in college and not knowing where to do. I took math, science, English, but I never found something that really challenged me that I also loved. I love learning, I always did but it took finding the right profession and major and now I enjoy learning about my field. It challenges me, motivates me, and excites me in a way I never experienced in high school. I was passionate about singing in high school. I loved the way my voice contributed to something beautiful, dynamic, and larger than me and how I could feel so connected and yet lost in that sea of voices. I never felt that passion for a class. But this was only because I had not found my nook in life. I would tell myself to hold onto what I love I would find something that would make me happy, something that would challenge me, and something that I believe will keep me this way for the rest of my life.

I would tell myself to be open to everything. College is a big anventure and an even bigger change. Being on your own, you have to take care of yourself. Ignore any negative energy or activity and be yourself. You will meet plenty of people if you just be yourself. And those become the good friends that stick by you and become lifelong fixtures in your life.

If I could go back in time and give advice to myself as a senior, I would really accentuate how important it is to develop good study habits early on in your college career. In my first semester, I struggled through a few of my tougher classes because I didn't take enough time to study the material. I would also tell myself that college classes are much different than high school classes, and that it is important to treat them differently. In college, you're presented with many new ideas and it's important to keep an open mind about everything you're presented with. This concept is doubly important at a big university like UNL, because there are many people from diverse backgrounds who think very differently from each other, and it is important to respect their beliefs and ideologies while learning from the little differences.

I feel that I could've tried harder to apply for more scholarships since my parents' income level did not reflect a financial aid need. School is truly expensive since all of the loans are in my name. I still to this day wish I would've spent more time applying for aid and scholarships.

Study study study! You can't just hope for a good grade after paying attention in class, like it high school.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a highschool senior I would simply tell myself that there are more important things in life than a lot of the things you are stressing over. I would tell myself to take a step back, take a deep breath, and look at the entire picture so that I could do what I need to do to ensure my own success. During my senior year, I was going through a rough depression, on the verge of a complete emotional breakdown. Thinking back on it now though, it would of meant the world to me for someone who understood my problems to sit down and just say that everything will be fine. So I guess that is what I'd tell myself. Stop worrying, stop beating yourself up, focus on what's truly important and everything will be fine!

I would tell them that college is a great place to learn about yourself. You are able to grow and do things you didn't know you were capable of doing. You are able to meet so many people who are different than you and you are able to incorporate their culture into yours. Get to know your professors and come to them when you don't understand things, they will always help you out no matter what! Get involved! Getting involved is a great way to meet other people and help out the community. Carry a planner! It helps you plan your day and helps you remember what assignments you have and when they are due so that you are on top of things when it comes to exams and quizzes.

I would tell myself that college is completely different from high school. It's more relaxed and is a time to have fun Be myself and to work and study hard because it is all worthit. But I would also have totell myself that money is important and keeing track ofth money and spending smarter is the way to be successful. Also not to worry about high school friends. They are going through the same thing and as it ends up, you make more friends in college that will be friends for life.

Try new things. Even if they sound nerdy or obscure go to the information meeting. If anything you'll meet new people, which is a HUGE part of college life. When touring at a college, take into consideration how students interact with each other. This will give you a great feel for the campus culture.

When one is deciding which college is right for him, there are a few aspects he should keep in mind. These aspects include cost, the quality of education desired, and potential clubs, teams, and organization. One must be sure he can afford the school. If he is not able to afford it, he should look into finacial aid opportunities. If one would like a high quality of education, he should research on the prospective career opportunities after graduating from that particular school. Some people are involved in sports, clubs, or organizations in high school. If they want to continue their enrollment in clubs similar to those participated in in highschool, clubs and organizations are a good thing to look into. To make the most of a college experience, one must find the perfect balance between classwork and social aspect of college life. Both of these aspects make for the best college experience.