University of North Carolina at Pembroke Top Questions

The advise that I would give my self, would be challenge your self and try your hardest how it will payoff in the long run. Also I would have been more proactive in knowing what I need in order to achive my goals. And The biggest one, save money for school. Because I am not struggling to make ends meet with paying for school out of pocket. And I would also tell my self have fun, you only live once.

i've gotten where i need to be now, the only thing i need now is finacial help, thats all i need to help my family

If I could go back I would tell myself an ear full. The first thing I would tell myself is to listen to the guidance counselors information and follow the steps they give. They have the map you need to succeed. Its very easy to get lost in the transition if you don't have a plan. Taking on more responsibility as a senior would help as well that includes getting school work completed on time, studying like you should, have a part time job, and just taking care of daily needs. I think a person who is more independent will transitioin better than one who isn't. I also feel like getting every last bit of learning can help make all the difference in you first steps of college. If you try to learn and get all you can in high school that will increase your chance of making better on the placement test for college which in turn will help you by pass the remediation courses. Last I would tell my self college is a different world and once you step out of high school its no turning back you either set out to pass or fail.

Honestly, I think I did pretty well with the transition. After graduating, I attended FTCC to get my general classes, took a semester off to work full time, and then enrolled as a Musical Theater and English major at UNCP where I made the Chancellor's list for a GPA of 3.9, (I'm not a fan of their "A-" policy). My only advice would be to not rush things. As I graduated at 16 and am now only two credit hours away from being a junior at the age of 18, I feel like I've rushed through life. Just this morning I went back to my high school to visit a teacher and it hit me that I should be graduating tomorrow; I couldn't recognize any of the students there. If I had it to do over again, I would put more emphasis on my relationships with people rather than my goals. That being said, I don't regret my decisions or that I am who I am. I now have some of the greatest friends in the world and had I not rushed through high school, would not have the privilege of knowing them.

Do not doubt your instincts and listen to other voices, but do not forget to listen to yours. Build confedice becuase it opens up to new opportunities!

Hannah, you have done so well in high school and you are going to a great University. At times, it will be very hard. Your professors will push you and you will cry, a lot. Right now, you think you want to be a psychologist but you will change your mind and become an accountant. Don't be scared because it is a different world. Study hard, this will be the ride of your life. Continue to strive to do great and go ahead and start volunteering in your community, they really need you. Hannah, you are a wonderful person and don't let anyone get in the way of your future. People will pressure you to drink and go to parties, but remember why you are at school in the first place. Go ahead and get ready for the stress of working two jobs to pay for school; you can do it. I am proud of you; if you could see today what you have become in 2011 you wouldn't believe it. You have grown so much, remember to always give God the praise for where he has brought you from. Keep up the good work!

I would tell my high school self to take a higher math and have more interest in more clubs. Also to get a job sooner.

My college experience has taught me life lessons that I could not have learned anywhere else. I have learned how to be independent and never need or want to rely on anyone but myself for my personal needs. I have also learned how to manage my time wisely and how to develop effective study skills. Although it has been quite the challenge, I survived my first year of college!

College has definitely taught me how to mangae my time better. College has also taught me to be more of an adult and more responsible. College is not like high school where teachers hold your hand and make sure you turn in your assignments, in college you are on your own. Once in college you have to make your own decisions and do things for yourself. College is definitely a great experience and motivation for anyone who is wanting to both future your education and become an independent adult.

Family has been my moral support and backbone. My mama is my best friend; even though sometimes we could have been the worst of enemies. If I had a bad day and desperately needed to talk to someone, she was the first one there listening attentively and willing to give her advice. I was always her first priority, yet I never realized how much she did for me until I started college. My daddy will always be the man of my life. He has taught me so much. Daddy's lessons were always taught from a church?s perspective. He stressed the importance of having God present in my life, through the good times as well as the bad. His lessons have allowed me to set firm boundaries in college. Every decision I make is evaluated with the consequences in mind. Knowing when to hang with friends versus studying for a test the following day is a common dilemma I am faced with each week. And even though he is over 100 miles away, his words are close to my heart, guiding me in the right direction. Needless to say my family has helped set the foundation of my life.