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Really focus on yourself and do not get preoccupied with distractions such as dating or partying too much. Spend more time at the library and try to manage your time as best you can. There are many opportunities that the University will offer, so take advantage of them! Do not get lazy and find a hobby that will keep you motivated. It will be important for you to pay attention to your health and fitness, thus educate yourself on nutrition and work out often. Expand your horizon by joining clubs and organizations that suit your interests and that will enhance your career opportunities. If an internship opportunity comes by, take it because you might need a letter of recommendation from them one day. Stay connected to your support system such as your family and friends and do not be afraid to let them know you are struggling because they can bring positivity that is well needed into your life. Last, give back to your community and understand its dynamics. This gives you real knowledge of your surroundings since you will be stuck in the academia routine for a few years.

If I could tell myself something, then it would be to continue to look at all possibilities. One should never have to settle for something less than what they expect. With that, one should not limit them self, either. One should always have an initial plan and a back up plan, just in case. I would also tell myself that when making a decision, it is important to understand what you want. No one else should have influence over your decisions. It is okay to listen to another person's perspective, but what they say should not deter you from what you truly desire. I would also tell myself to not be afraid to express who you are. You should be proud of who you are. You have a lot of good qualities that need to be shown to the rest of the world. We all have our strengths and weaknesses, so you should not be afraid of what others think because it is what you think of yourself that matters. The final thing that I would say is to continue to work hard and dream big. If you continue to do that, then everything will start to come together.

College has so much more reading and homework. Get organized early so you do not fall behind. It is easy to fall behind and then struggle to catch up on reading. Being social is not what school is about. Make friends in your classes and study and work hard! Most of all have fun. College doesn't last forever and it is an enjoyable experience if you do not stress yourself and work hard.

If I could go back in time, I'd tell myself to take more AP classes, that way I wouldn't have to worry about taking Chemistry next semester! I would also tell myself to plan ahead better. I would have applied for more scholarships and been more serious about college if I would have known it was going to be this challenging. I assumed that it would be easier than high school for some reason, and now I regret having that pride. In addition, I would have tried more diverse activities in high school so that I could've made more friends who would be with me in college. One of my biggest problems right now is feeling lonely. All of my friends have all gone on their own separate ways, but I guess this experience will make me stronger in that it will force me to make new friends. I would have also told myself to save up! It's nice not having to worry about money, but I am going to college completely on academic and financial need scholarships. I should have gotten a job that summer before college, which could have helped me with college expenses.

If I were to go back to high school with the knowledge that I know now I would definitely change alot of things in order to prepare myself. The work load is more then I had anticipated and there is no one to hold you hand and help you through it unless you seek extra assistance. Processors tell you what is due and clarify only to an extent. It is important to remember that you are in charge of your work, knowing when things are due and seeking tutoring or extra assistance if you are struggling or in jeopardy of so. Also, financial aid is not guaranteed and as I have seen, there are times you may be responsbile for tuition so make sure to save money and work very hard. Also, most importantly work hard in high school for your GPA will continue on and reflect on your admission applications to colleges.

Something that a high school senior will miss most are buffer points. You will wish that you had weekly spelling and grammar tests. Or how you should be caring about that minus .5 mark that you should have not gotten. Because especially in a class that does not offer extra credit, you will be fighting for every point possible back. There may not be a lot of homework in a college English class, but that means if you do poorly on one essay, your grade may drop a whole letter grade. Why? Because a class will be made up of three midterms, two essays, and a final. You better hope you do well on everything because there is no cushion when you do bad. Also, enjoy the no plus/minus system while you can. A 90.0{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} is not an A, it is an A-. And an A- will not get you a 4.0, it will get you a 3.67. PS: if you think the all-nights in high school are bad, just you wait until you start cramming for finals.

To go back in time and be able to tell myself what to get ready for would be very convenient. I did not know what I was getting into and I didn't know how different life would be. So I would tell myself that the most important thing about college is timing. I would say this because in college you have class, labs, homework that takes more that 2 hours a week to do, and maintaining the grades you need to push forward for your career. I would say that if all of what I did in school was scheduled and I would be on top of all of my class assignments, activities, etc., then I could maintain A's. The second thing about the transition would be to get out of your shell, be brave and ask questions. I say this because in doing so I would be clearer in my classes, more concise in my work, and of course get the job done correctly. So in all I would be telling myself to be more active in my life and academic career so I can be more successful in the start of my journey through college.

As a high school student, I was always serious about my schoolwork and academic success, so the cliche advice of "do your work" and "take school more seriously" were values that were already instilled in me. What I needed to hear is quite the opposite. I needed someone to tell me that although obtaining an education for my future career is a substantial part of college and I shouldn't take it lightly, I should be careful not to get too caught up in the monotony of merely attending class and then doing homework, or else I would lose some of the last few carefree years I had left before life as a responsible adult began. I would tell myself to embrace the friends and time I have been blessed with, create memories, don't take myself too seriously, work for change and not just grades, and to make college a journey to remember instead of just a transitory period between childhood and adulthood. I would tell myself to look at college as an opportunity, an adventure, not a job, because that outlook would have made college a prospect to look forward to, not to dread.

Assuming that I can go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I wouldn’t advise myself to do anything differently, because each of the experiences that resulted in down fall have presented a lesson to be learned. From the times that were good to the times that were bad, those moments define me for who I am. Over the course of life, I have been faced off with many obstacles, and all those times I have trounced them in one way or another. Some were not as difficult while others tested my skills and ability while it used my weaknesses against me. However, the commitment that I have made to myself has enabled me analyze every scenario and determine a resolution to the problem at hand, and to take advantage of every opportunity that comes my way; whether it is in education or to improve myself as a human being. By overcoming these obstacles I have gained experience; it pushed me past my limit and made me the person I am today. Through hard work and perseverance, I have become a more knowledgeable and outstanding individual.

The advice that I would give myself would be, join a group or club and get involed in some activities. College life goes by very fast and you should use this opportunity to learn as much as you can about yourself and the world around you. Study as much as you can and do all of your homework all of the time. You will only get out of college what you put into it. Never miss a class, not even one. It will take to long to get caught up. If you have questions see your professors. They are there to help you. Make as many friends as you can for these are the friends that you will have for the rest of your life. Last but not least, call your Mom at least once a week. She is going to miss you more then you will ever know.

There would be a lot I would tell my high school senior-self. I would tell myself that the roommate situation, when living on-campus, is full of drama and to just deal with the crazy roommates. I would also tell myself not to room with my freshman roommate during my sophomore year of college, for sanity's sake. I would tell my senior-self to go to class, everyday, no matter what. Failing classes is not fun, even if you do get to sleep in a little bit. I would tell myself not to pick early or Friday classes, also for sanity's sake. I would also tell myself not to worry about making friends but I would remind myself to hold onto the good friends & people in life. I would remind myself not to be pressured into things. I would also remind myself to work at it all, at everything, every day. I would ultimately remind my senior-self that what you put into it is what you get out of it, in all aspects of life. Oh, and would I remind myself not to sweat the small stuff because it seems to have worked out this far.

Although I am new to college, I have learned so much about myself from when I first arrived. If I were able to go back to high school my senior year, there are so many things that I would tell myself. The main thing that I would tell myself is to cherish my friendships, and to realize that everyone is still going to be there for you, even if I am not in the same city as all of my friends. The ones that mean the most are the ones that are going to stick around. Do not worry about the people who do not really care, and just live your life. Be happy with your decisions, and I know that senior year was tough, but it makes you such a stronger person. People talk about you no matter what stage you are in life, and you need to learn to just be you and let people think what they want to. No one can affect your decisions except you because in the end, you are the most important and your happiness is what matters the most.

Farah, College can be a terrifying experience there is so much we do not know about this transition, but there is something that we must remember about ourselves, " You must have faith, you can do anything and that you are worthy enough of an education". Sam ( our father) was wrong about us, we are not " stupid", or " we will amount to something" we are something we have something to offer. If you could only see you as I do in the future you are strong and have to remember that, what we went through at home with our sexual, and phyiscal abuse is something that has helped us become this strong, and intelligent young woman. You can do anything Farah, that you are passionate about; and education is a right that you have always had. Also, with us being so strong there are kind, caring, and wonderful indiviuals in these insitutiuons that care a great deal about us if only we let them; please let people in because from staff to professors they all want to help us succeed. Remember, you are strong and you can do anything believe me I have seen the future and you can do anything.

As the saying goes, "Hindsight is 20/20." Having hindsight allows me to give the following advice: take your time! Don't feel pressured to know what you want to be or do immediately. Consider your interests; take classes in subjects you never explored previously, talk to people and take the time to dream. Taking time to know what you really want to do is going to provide you a better opportunity of being a successful and happy person. Although many people know what they want to be immediately, many I know have gotten degrees in fields they either weren't completely interested in or couldn't find work in, and have found work in other fields, and are now wishing they would have studied something they loved, rather than something they thought would pay off in the end. In the fast-paced world we have created, there is less and less time to truly enjoy life. Having taken the time to find your passion, and study something you truly love will always be a benefit. It's not a race; in the end, you'll have developed interests that keep the spirit alive and dreaming. Be the tortoise.

I would give myself the advice to cherish family and friends in the moment. I would tell myself to start saving more money for college because I'll need it! Also, I'd really emphasize on telling myself to focus on my own mental health and physical health to make myself strong and ready to face all challenges that college and real life brings.

If I could go back in time to talk to myself as a high school senior, I would talk to myself about time management. In college, you do not have your parents telling you that you have to go to bed or reminding you that you have a test the next day and you should study. In college, as a student, it is your responsibility to make time for yourself. It is difficult to separate study and homework time and friends and personal time. Sometimes you have to tell your friends that you cannot hang out tonight or tomorrow because you have a midterm to study for and you have to study. As a college student, it is important to prioritize your academics and personal life. Also, I would tell myself that sleep is very important. Stay on top of your school work so that you don’t have to stay up late writing an essay or doing math homework until midnight while you have an 8 a.m. class the next morning. Sleep helps you to stay focused and keeps you energized the next day for class. Knowing these tips would have made my first semester of college easier.

If it was possible to go back in time, I would definitely go back to tell the high school me what I have learned in college. During college, I have become an artist, and this is only from 2 years of study! If I did the same amount of work back then, I could only imagine how good I could've been now. I would have told myself about how to properly study art, to start drawing from magazines, to start using charcoal, paint, and pastel. If I did that back then, I could've gotten art scholarships since my skills would've been up to par if I trained all senior year! I would also teach myself to be able to handle heavy work loads that I had in my high school AP classes and in college classes so I wouldn't get stressed over it. I would also say not to worry about my scholarship funding for the college, it was a very smooth transition. And last, I would tell myself where I would transfer in the future, I recently wasted my time sending in a portfolio to a school I'm not going to go to now!

The transition is very easy, so don't worry. It is very important to keep up with all of your assignments so that you don't fall behind. I started in community college first because I didn't know what I wanted to do for a career, but after 2 years I learned what I wanted to do and what degrees I wanted. Talk to the teachers/people in your career field for advice about schools, not the councilors, councilors are helpful in some ways but they don't know the fields and other very useful information about schools and careers as well as the teachers/people who work in the fields.

I would remind myself to start the college search early, it is difficult to find the perfect college and get everything ready if you wait to long. Even though it is your senior year and it is supposed to be fun and memorable, you still have to keep up your grades and still be motivated educationally. In school, your actions may speak louder than your words so act like you want to be there and still give 110 percent.

If I could go back in time, there is a lot I would like to tell myself. When I first graduated from high school, I was not yet ready for college. In some ways, you could even say that I was scared of growing up so if I was able to tell myself anything, it would probably be that there is nothing to worry about and that once you are in school, you will love it and be great at. It’s hard for me to believe that I actually enjoy school so much that I have decided to move on from a two-year community college to work towards a four year degree at Campbell University. I realize now that I had a lot of difficulty believing in myself, because I had always struggled with a learning disability which caused me to have to work harder than my peers. But I have come to realize that those struggles have made me stronger and more determined to succeed in life so I would really like to tell my younger self that the only thing that you should be afraid of is not trying for that is the ultimate failure.