University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Top Questions

Having the opportunity to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior would be something that would have benefited me in where I am now. The best advice I would give to myself is to pick one major/profession and go with just that. Then, contact different colleges that offer that degree/program and see which college best suits my goals. I went into college unsure of how things worked and what I really wanted to do. I've changed my major and currently working towards an associates degree in RN but had I known what i just found out about my current school's RN program then I would have been farther along in the process to becoming an RN than where I am now. Having known from the start exactly where and what I wanted to do would have helped me. Getting out of high school I didn't have the adequate knowledge to make me realize that being an RN is where my heart and future lies. I know that anything is possible when you set your mind to it and that my own future is what I make it

The advice I would give myself would be to join as many clubs and organizations as possible. Get involved!This helps to make friends and connect with your campus and its resources. It helps with the homesickness as well. I would tell myself that it is different from high school because you can not wait to the last minute to prepare. You need to give yourself time and study a lot. I would also say that you should talk to your professors when you have questions or problems. They are very approachable and it is nice for them to be able to put a name to a face. It is alright to be undecided, I know I worried a lot because I wasn't sure what to major in but you have got time. I would advise myself to take classes in what interests me and then see what sticks. Overall I would just stress the importance of getting involved and keeping busy so that you can start to transition and get into the swing of things easier. Now as a senior I have joined clubs and orgs and they have significantly changed my college experience in a positive way.

That is an interesting question especially since I am currently a student mentor to incoming freshman. My whole purpose is to help students make the transition from high school to college. I would tell my younger self not be so hard on yourself. Enjoy this time in your life because it goes by so fast. I would then emphasize the importance of reaching out to other students, faculty, and counselors. You need a strong support system to get through this tranistion. Reaching out and becoming part of somehting that is bigger than you will help you to invest in other people as well as yourself. Finally, I would say never give...keep going after your dream, it is never too late to be what you want to be.

The advice that I would tell myself is to slow down and take this last year of high school and enjoy it. Even though as a senior in high school you are ready to leave and experience the "new life" of college it’s important to just slow down, take in the memories and try to grow even stronger as an individual, but more importantly as an adult. Another advice I would give myself as a senior in high school is to prepare mentally for college and all tasks involved. Getting prepared for a different lifestyle is have the battle when you’re in a new environment; time management, study skills and all of the things your teacher as told you up to this point is important to capitalize on those skills. Having a strong work ethic a pond entering college will only help you succeed in school and in life. The last bit of advice I would tell myself is to always think, "Would mom and dad be proud of me?" Because at school you are an adult and there is going to be choices you are going to have make that may impact how you live at school.

Don't room with Jake. There's some truth in the words of those who warn you against rooming with your best friend. You know how annoying Jake can be, and let me tell you, it's not something you'll grow numb to. You'll still see him and you'll make new friends. Just make sure you meet everyone on your floor right away. Despite obnoxious first impressions and nearly constant blaring music, there are actually a few pleasant people who will be on your floor that are quite sociable. Namely the guys next door and across the hall. Be wary of the blonde girl you meet who is...animated to say the least, she's fun but can be a bit too much. Just always try to meet new people and you'll be content with your friends. As for your classes, don't freak out about them, you'll do fine. Although if you want to save yourself some unnecessary stress over you grade in calc, make sure you don't miss the clandestine problem on the third test. It's wedged way up at the top of the second page. Otherwise have fun! You will.

Past self, you should make sure you'll be able to pay for you schooling ahead of time. Don't rely on your parents to be able to pay things for you, and if you plan on getting extra loans, be sure somebody is willing to cosign for you, so you don't have to have a meltdown between semesters trying to figure out how you're going to come up with the substantial amount of money you need to pay for the rest of the year.

Cameron it's me, I am you, I know this is odd but just bear with me. When you start out for college you should fill out the FAFSA right away, it can really help to alleviate a lot of stress later on and make things easier for everyone later on. Also, stay at UW-Fox for another year, you have a great base there and a lot of good contacts that you get along with, it's a wonderful fit for you and you have more flexibility there than you will at UW-O. Stay involved with all the clubs your in now, and talk with Susan about the performing industry as soon as you get there, stay involved with everything, fight through the difficult times and don't give up on your hopes and dreams, find a talent agent right away and be smart. And remember, you are unique :-D

Stick to a schedule and have discipline and motivation while attending classes. Things don't always work out the first time, but perseverance and a solid work ethic will accomplish a lot.

If I could back to my senior year or even to high school period. I would have definitely taken my education more serious. In high school i rarely made it to school and almost didn't graduate. My circumstances were unfortunate when i was in high school. I was forced to choose between getting my education or working a full time job to support myself. My junior year I almost dropped out because of I was working 40 hours a week so I was getting home too late and wouldn't make it to school. Then I spoke to a counselor, came to my senses. So even though it was difficult I still pushed through. Although i was on my own I still wish I would have made better choices with my education. I was satisfied with barely passing each class when I know i could have done better.

Get involved in as many things as possible, that you can handle. Don't get involved to the point where your studies are interfered. Take the time to do every reading outside of class and go to every class.

My advice to myself as a high school senior would be to have fun, enjoy your senior year, and don't get so stressed out about school. You are striving to be the perfect 4.0 student but that just is not necessary in having a full life. It is important to do good in school but there are also lessons outside of school that you need to learn. Also, you should really be volunteering more because volunteer work is so instrumental in growing as a person. Positivity is the key to living a happy and full life. You should keep working hard so you can pay for college but money is not the most important thing in the world. Being a good daughter, friend, and Christian will always be more important than being rich. If you just start looking at things in a more positive light and stop sweating the small things, your life will get so much better. Enjoy every second of your senior year-go to all the football games and all the dances- because you will never get your senior year back!

Don't get caught up in the masses who are just going to school, getting good grades and hoping that it will all work out. You have to differentiate yourself if you truly want to be successful. Dream big. You have two circles in life, your income circle and dreams/goals circle. You have two options, shrink your dreams/goals cirlce to fit what your income is or find a way to grow your income circle to fit your dreams. Don't sacrifice your dreams and goals. You can impact the world don't let youself or anyone else tell you differently. You can have anything you want in life as long as you help enough people get what they want. The only difference between you and Bill Gates or other successfull people is thought process. Success is a skill set, learn it. Read books. Finally, your thoughts expand out into the world, whether you think you can or you can't - you're right.

Try to relax more. Save as much money as you can! Don't spend it on frivilous things, you'll need it in the future. Don't allow the extra work overwhelm you, just focus on getting it done and allow yourself to relax afterword.

My best advice would be to take high school seriously. I was not a student who had to work hard to get good grades. When I came to college it took me more time to figure out what study habits were fit my ability to learn. I would also encourage students who are taking advanced classes to take the tests that will give them college credits, it advances you from the other incoming freshmen and will allow to schedule classes earlier than their peers. Another piece of advice would be to set goals and plans for what you wish to achieve in college: what program you are aiming for, what clubs/sports you want to be involved in, if you want to volunteer, option of studying abroad. By setting goals, it will make you more focused and able to achieve them. Also, have back-up options for majors if things change. It will save time and stress. So the moral of the story: be organized, plan ahead and set achievable goals. And be flexible with change.

If I was allowed to go back to high school I would tell myself to not be so worried about what other people think about me. I wish I had more self-confidence. Stemming from my low self-esteem and desire to fit in I went to tanning beds. Little did I know when I was 19 I was diagnosed with melanoma skin cancer. Since my surgery I have thankfully been cancer free. I wish I could have been more comfortable and confident in my own skin instead of tanning just to fit in. I wish I would have realized the impact such decisions could make on my life. I would tell myself to be proud of who I am and confident in myself. Relying on other people’s opinions of you does not make you happy. My desire to be beautiful by tanning, to fit in, could have killed me. Sadly it took being diagnosed with melanoma at such a young age to realize this. I could have prevented myself from ever having to go through the horribleness of being told “you have cancer”.

Instantly I could tell myself two areas in which i would improve my highschool self. First of all, I would say how much being involved in a school can open up opportunities and connections with others. In highschool I slowly decline in my involvment and chose to work. I would go back in a heart beat to be part of something bigger than myself. Next I would tell myself to take school more seriously. In Highschool I never really tried and received decent grades (3.1GPA). I came to college feeling overwhelmed by some students with how much knowledge they have gathered from High school. I beleive combining those two areas I could of been more prepared and succesful at the start of my collegiate career. I have needed to put an extreme amount of library hours and study courses to obtain my goals within my collegiate career. I started with a 2.2 GPA and each semester raised my GPA and currenlty hoping to get Deans List again in the Fall 2011 semester. Finally, having more knowledge and being highly involved has open many opportunites and leadership experiences I never could be thought possible before.

The biggest piece of advice I would give myself if I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior would be to stick to my gut feelings. I had orginally started off as an Education major when I applied to Delaware County Community College. I ended up changing my major twice (Medical Assisant & Physical Therapy) and then finally decided to go back to Education. I would tell myself that even though the future courses and requirements seem overwhelming to stick with it. There is no sense in being in a major in which I do not feel passionate about. Sure, money is an important factor when picking a career, but I want to be happy. I will be happy being in the Education field working with students and guiding them through their school career. I love the feeling I get when I help others out. To sum everything up, when I start second guessing myself, stop and take a breath. It may be overwhelming and a little bit scary, but this is the major I was intended to be a part of.

The advice that I would give myself is to not be afraid. Do not be afraid, and do not hold back. Experience life, make new friends, and keep yourself busy. In the long run you will be happier knowing that you spent less time worrying about insignificant things that cannot be changed anyways. Try to branch out. Be yourself and be happy. Do not ever give up on something you want. Nothing can stop you.

My advise that I would give to my high school self is that there are so much more to know than just high school knowledge. In college I learned so much yet there is still so much to know and learn and especially if I still have another 2-3 years to go. You couldn't imagine what they have. Anything you seek they have it, anything you want they have it. College is a very tremendous place to be. Though it is a lot of hardwork and a lot of studying, but it all pays off in the end. Now I know what college has to offer and teach, I regret nothing. When I first attended my first year of college as an Undergraduate student, I know I made the right choice. My advise to my high school self is, "Stare into life, and to never stop dreaming" -Bee.

Stay focused on the school schedule and you will be fine. Use the library and resources available to get a better understanding of the course material. Meet with your advisor and let them know what your difficulties are and they will be glad to find you help. HAVE FUN