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I would probably tell myself to be ready to start from the bottom, meaning prepare to not have as many friends as you did in high school and most importantly, this schoolwork is no joke. You actually have to crack open a book, sit down and take the time to study. It's going to be hardwork, but a degree is worth it. You're going to feel like you don't want to be there, but that's your crazy side talking. Hold in there, be strong. You will succeed.

Dear Self, Get as much education as you can done now because it will be more difficult later when you have multiple children and limited time. Go to massage and esthetician school simultaneously. Then as you are working doing that get your BA in Nursing. You will be happy when you have several careers to rely on when the economy changes. Love, Carrie

Hey, Jackob, this is an important time in your life right now and I need to tell you something. I am you from the future and I must tell you what is in store for you. First, when you graduate from high school your friends will not forget you. Second, your going to go through some tough times at Roane State, but they will make you a better man for yourself and those around you. Third, you will be ok financially for school just keep studying and filling out scholarship applications and you will be all right. Now when you transition from high school to college life you are going to meet people that are going to help you along your way. These people will inspire you, make you believe you can go through this tough time, and even pick you up when you are down. These will be your real friends you find. Your advisor will be one of your favorite people and she lets you know when you need to calm down and relax. Just remember what I told you and be who you are, because that is what will make your future and keep you happy.

If I could go back to high school I would tell myself to pick a school that offers the degree in which I want to pursue. Do not change schools even if an opportunity to move to an exotic paradise presents itself. In class, do not be nervous to talk to a classmate and just relax and enjoy every minute of class. Do not be afraid to ask for help and go to tutoring sessions if you start to struggle. I would also advise myself not to skip class because it only hurts myself.

As a high school senior, I was diagnosed with "senioritis." I would excel in my courses, and find myself doing the minimal amount of studying in order to make the grade and call it a day. In college, that is not the case. You have to push yourself like you wouldn't believe, and dedicate a substantial amount of time into making the grade. Every little point counts, and I wish I could have told myself to spend less time socializing and more time working on scholarships and pushing my GPA even higher so I would have more breathing room in terms of paying for school.

So far, I've met a lot of great people, some friends, some professors. This school has everything I need, and it's in wonderful Florida, where the weather is great yearround. I've really grown as I've had the opportunity to get into research, various clubs, and still have time for school and a job.

i have made many friends that i will have for the rest of my life. this school community is very supportive to everyone and has something to offer everyone that attends here.

My college experience at the University of South Florida (USF) was superb. For the first time, I was out of my parent’s household and had to rely on my upbringing to guide me through college. Being a college student taught me to be independent, communicate with people of various ethnic backgrounds, and take on new responsibilities. Most importantly, I learned how to be more open to my colleague’s thoughts and ideas. My college experience also helped me get comfortable working in groups with people I did not know and shape my public speaking skills. In about every class, there was at least one group assignment so that helped me get out of my shell. Lastly, my college experience taught me the value of community service. I dedicated my time conducting volunteer work at schools, senior centers, and academic organizations. Giving back helped me perfect my social skills and become a mature person. In sum, it has been valuable to attend the University of South Florida because I don’t think I could’ve learned the significance of the aforementioned values had I not attended USF.

I came to college to earn my degree and meet new people, because I felt like I had outgrown my small town on the east coast of Florida. All my expectations have been met, but the most surprising, and best part, about attending the University of South Florida is the network of which I am a part. I am what my mother likes to call a "social butterfly," so I never had any worries about making friends who would last. But I never expected seeing the impact I could make on people's lives., as well as their impact on me. I have learned more about myself in the past four months than I have in the other eighteen years. I can make people smile and inspire change by taking initiative to clean up a small patch of grass; I can save many from crying by simply listening; I can change lives by volunteering or being a tutor; and I can see my fingerprints before me, everywhere. So I guess the most valuable experience is my realization that I CAN make a difference, whether it be small or large, because all that matters is that I did and I can.

I believe I have gained many things out of my college experience from growth to me gaining more knowledge to even me gaining lots of independece .College taught me how to be a young adult the beauty of it all is Success.I no longer need that extra push that I did before when I was in high school. Because as a college student you are on your own you dont have mom and dad giving you that extra push telling you hey I need you to get up in the morning hey I need you to eat breakfast.Your are on your own its really all up to you everything is in your hands your either going to get up and go to school and succeed or do nothing and fail.I would say that it has been very valuable to attend here because it has taught me so much from finding yourself and to know when theres a time to play and when theres a time to be serious about what your doing you always be should focused on school you are always going to have people who dont want to see you succeed.

College has given me more than superficial academic knowledge, it has given me the life skills to pursue my goal as a Doctor of Radiology. When I first came to college I was shy and I kept to myself. It was only when I was surrounded by tons of people of all different personalities and kindness that I learned to open up and find myself. College is not only the best four years of your life, it is also the hardest. You are introduced to home-sick-ness, staying healthy, alcohol, drugs, parties, clubs, heartbreak, internships, volunteering, getting involved and making the right choices. College is what shapes you into the person you become in the future. It helps you define your limits and take risks. Everyone deserves a college experience, no matter if it is good or bad. College has helped me through many hard times and I have made lasting friendships. I am living the dream, that not many people can say they have.

The main things I have gotten out of my time at St. Johns River State College is a sense of independence and the feeling of family. On the Orange Park, FL campus, I have found that all the teachers are more than willing to spend copious amounts of after-class time helping students with anything. No teacher wants their students to fail, and they really do care about each student's education. St. Johns State has three campuses, and each has its own events, clubs, student elections, etc. The Palatka, FL campus is the largest because it's the main campus, but all campuses give the same feeling of community.

Although I have only been in college for one semester, I feel as though I have already matured and learned so much. Within the three months that I have lived on campus I have learned to think and act for myself. I am responsible for making sure that I learn the material that my professors try to teach me, as well as how I use my finances. These are the two greatest responsibilites that have been thrust upon me this past semester, and I believe that I have excelled at meeting these responsibilities. However, I cannot take all the credit because if I did not attend the University of South Florida I believe that taking on these responsibilites would be much more difficult. The University of South Florida has provided me with both excellent professors, and an easy way to keep track of my finances so I can see where my money goes and learn to use it wisely.

I began attending college as a senior in High School. I graduated High School when I was only seventeen, and now I will be graduating college when I am eighteen. I intend on transferring to a 4-year University to continue working towards obtaining my Bachelor's Degree. I have always seen college as a way to escape from the every day drama of High School. Other people turn to alcohol, parties, or drugs as their escape, but for me: College is it. Knowing that I have the potential to succeed and truly make a difference in the future of my children and their children is what keeps me going. College has been great! It allows you to dabble in subjects that you would have never heard of in High School; you are able to meet new people and truly become involved in your school; and there are so many more opportunities. Attending college is the most valuable skill an individual can have, especially in this economy. You learn skills that will help you through your educational and social career, and you learn what you have a passion for and what you want to do with your life.

I've gotten many different experiences out of college and I'm only a freshman. First off is learning how to be independent away from home. There is no more mom and dad there to do your laundry or cook breakfeast for you. I've adjusted to that and it helped me to become a stronger more mature person ready for the real world. I've also learned how to network better with my peers. Being in college if you do not learn how to network then you will not make it very far. Connections are what can help you receive things such as internships and jobs. That goes back to the classic saying that sometimes it's not what you know, but who you know. It has been valuable to attend college because college is where you learn about the person that you are and the person that you have the potential to become. There are many goods and bads a person goes through in college but it's how you overcome those situations that makes the college experience so valuable.

While in college, I have acquired more knowledge in the field of study about which I am passionate, and that's something that can never be taken away from me. I feel that learning should continue throughout the duration of one's life. It has allowed me to think in a more mature and abstract way and has prepared me for continuing my educational career. Additionally, I learned the importance of volunteer work and networking with peers.

Coming from a low-income family, college has always been my dream. Valencia Community College enabled that dream to come true in Aug. 2008 by admitting me to their campus as a dual-enrolled student in high school. Since attending Valencia Community College, I have gotten a new perspective on life. Attending college opens doors and oppurtunities that no where else could open. Since attending classes, I have gotten on the Dean's List and President's List during my entire time at Valencia Community College. It was through Valencia that I was given the opportunity to become part of Phi Theta Kappa, an elite and top honor society. By becoming a member of Phi Theta Kappa, I have been given discounts and various opportunities. If it wasn't for Valencia, I would not have been given such an opportunity to go to college early in life to become part of the college's top 10{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} students. Valencia changed my life for the better by making me into the smart, multi-talented, and task-oriented young woman that I am today. Valencia is in fact, opportunity, potential and success.

The main thing that I have gotten out of college would be an edge in the extremely competitive job market. Having a college education will give me the upper hand when I start to apply for jobs. My education will also help give me the opportunity to make a better income. This will allow me to give back to everyone that has helped me along this journey. Because of my education I will be able to help support my father who supported me through school and through life. I will also be able to give back to my community and I can also be a role model to young people that aren't sure about getting a higher education. I have also gained knowledge that can help me in everyday life. Getting an education has helped me understand things more clearly, like the economy for example. Knowing more about what is going on around me can help me make improvements and not only help myself, but also help other people along the way. All this would not be possible if I wasn't able to pay for school. That is why this scholarship would really help.

From my college experience I have gained self confidence, and a greater understanding of life. These skills are valuable to me because I will be able to use them once I enter a professional career. I will be able to utilize the confidence to help me obtain my goals.

My college experience so far has been a very enlightening one. I have learned the value of time and money. Being on your own you must learn to discipline yourself to get your homework and studies done prior to going out and enjoying the campus life. Also without your parents supporting you financially, you learn about the true value of a dollar and what is really necessary to get by and what you can live without. Also in my college experience I have learned how to deal with conflict and work in groups on various projects and be able to communicate with professors in a professional manor if there is ever a discrepancy over grades. These skills are all attributed to my time spent on campus away from home and are a major asset to me as I am growing up and learning how to face the “real world”. I would not trade the past year and half at college for any amount of money that would be offered!