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.