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I would advise my younger self stay in college and finish what you started. I would also tell myself that even though it may not be easy getting a college education would pay off in the long run, not just for yourself, but for your future family. Furthermore, don't let others influence your decisions, because in the future it will just be you and nobody else making choices about your future.

I would give myself the advice to really think about my future; to really think through what I could see myself doing as a career for the rest of my life. Don't look at what everyone else is accomplishing because where you are right now is great. You're in school, getting good grades, have a job, and a wonderful life ahead of you. Just because someone you know has the privilege of traveling or studying abroad doesn't mean that what you're doing is not important. You're making the best possible choices in your life right at this moment. Just keep in mind that you want to find the career that is not just a job, but a passion; something that you will truly feel passionate about for the rest of your career.

As a high school senior, we don’t think about the importance of having a good attendance or good grandees. In college, grades and attendance are crucial. If I were to travel back in time I would change so many things that I did in high school and that now I regret. For example I would try to have good grades to maintain a good GPA as well as having good attendance. I would also take APA classes in high school because they would help me on my way to a college education. In addition, I would also advise myself to be more involved in my community. Community service it is important when applying for scholarship; I would try to be more involved and do more community services and give back to my community from which I had received a lot from.

I would tell my high school self that the biggest struggle I am having is lack of finances. I would remind myself to apply for as many scholarships as possible. I have been and will remain a good student, but that means very little if I can't pay for school. I would tell myself to save more. Most of all, I would tell myself to cherish the friends I have. They mean a lot to me, even now.

If I could go back in time and tell myself as a senior about what I know now I would actually tell myself it isin't so hard as I thought it would be. Back as a high school senior I had the fear to attend college because of how many people made it seem like it at first. I also would have prefared myself to apply for scholarships because we actually need the money to go to school and pay for our education. If I knew then what I know now I would have done many things ahead of time and not fear anything, college takes alot of time to study and alot of homework but it's not as bad as I thought it would be. The classes are pretty short and the great thing about it it's not like highschool were you have to stay for the whole eight hours. I thought highschool was pretty hard but now I realize it was just a complete joke compared to college, college is the real world where teachers don't care if you pass or not that's really your'e choice wheter to do it or not.

Really try to enjoy high school and college. This is a very interesting and valuable opportunity in your life. Get the most you can out of your opportunity. College is a great opportunity to become a more well-rounded person and better yourself. Go outside your comfort zone and take chances. Think about your choices before making a decision, but do not be afraid to go with your gut. Try not to regret things that you wish you would not have done. Think of those things as learning opportunities. I would rather regret the things I've done than the things I haven't done. In college there are hundreds, if not thousands of other people who have similar career and life goals as you. This is a great opportunity to connect with great minds and share ideas. Although college is great preparation for your future career, do more than what is required of you. Look for other opportunities to prepare yourself for your future career. Although education is the primary priority, allow yourself to have fun. I don't believe college has to be all work and no play. Make friends and have fun.

I would advise myself to get involved more, and meet more people. In community college it is hard to make friends. Over the past two years I have not made a lot of friends (I hope to change that when I transfer to NKU) and that has made college not as enjoyable. I know people who have a lot of friends and they seem to enjoy college much more than I do. I would tell myself to be adventerous, and go out and meet people!

In the short time that I have been in college I already know I would have done some things differently as a senior in high school. First, I would tell myself to take the time to fill out every scholarship because it is going to be a very expensive next four years of your life. I would also make sure to choose the right school so you dont have to transfer later like I did. I knew I wanted to work with kids, but I wasn't sure which occupation to choose. I went in thinking I would be an occupational therapist to work with disabled kids, but now I am going to be a special education teacher. I would have job shadowed more my senior year to see which occupations I truly enjoyed. Life goes fast and you can't get that time back. All i can do is tell the seniors now that it will all be worth it in the end if you put in a little more work your senior year.

College isn't as bad as you think. Just sit down, calm down, and work harder. There will always be people who annoy you no matter where you go. So just do your best and focus on what you have to do and not what others are doing. Also, get involed in clubs to make friends at the begining of your freshman year in college.

People always say that college is one of the best times in a person's life, and so graduating seniors have huge expectations for their freshman year at university. They anticipate freedom, making lifelong friends, and having a very fun four years. They rarely anticipate homesickness, loneliness, and all the stress that usually accompanies the first few weeks or months of college. When they experience these things, they feel like they've failed themselves. Shouldn't they be having the time of their lives instead of pining for their mother's homemade snickerdoodles? These were the feelings I experienced during my first month at university, and I felt very alone in them. As I started talking to other first-year students, however, I realized that they too were experiencing similar feelings. So I guess the advice I would give to my high school self is that college very well might be one of the best times in my life, but if it starts out rocky that's okay. Because the reality is that nearly every college freshman feels homesick and lonely and unsure of themselves for a little while. The important thing is to know that it will get better.

I believe one of the most important lessons I've learned during college is the following: Don't sweat the small stuff. Throughout high school, I was constantly worried about why I got the "Percussion 2" part in band rather than the "Percussion 1" part, or about getting a perfect score on an English test. While I maintain that it is important to apply yourself in whatever you do and to set your goals high, I believe it is equally important to be happy about what you do accomplish. At the end of the day, you are the one who has to look yourself in the mirror -- not your English teacher or your band director. You are the one who must reconcile your actions with your thoughts. Even if you do get 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} on your English test, you must make sure you have learned the material and not just memorized it. Even if you end up with the percussion 2 part, that is no reason to put less time into it. I have learned to to take pride in everything I do, but more importantly I have learned to take responsibility for everything I do-- no matter how small.

The advice I would give myself is to remember that college is a fresh start. It creates a time where you can change who you want to be and leave your past behind. College gives you the opportunity to reinvent yourself as whoever you want to be in the future and it gives you the opportunity to become that person. It doesn't matter where you came from or anything about your past. The beauty of college is that you know no one, you are all in the same boat even though you have never met before. You are all along on the same journey and eventually everyone on the boat will go their separate ways, but some of you, will become life long friends and end up in the same place together.

My first piece of advice is study! Although you already decided where to attend, the last semesters of high school matter. Make sure you don’t give your university a reason to question why they accepted you. Remember, they still have the power to say no. With that said, take every aspect of academics seriously and put all your effort into it.Secondly, have fun! Get involved in school organizations and go to a few football games. If you don’t see how fun these things are now, you might overlook enjoyable activities in college and miss out on great opportunities. Life isn’t all about work. Balancing work with fun is a very useful lesson throughout your whole life.Finally, don’t take your high school life for granted. Although you are excited for college freedom, that freedom comes with great responsibility. Someone isn’t there to hold your hand and guide you as in high school, so learn to make critical decisions on your own and be smart about your choices. Enjoy high school while it’s here, but practice these decision making skills now.Follow these simple steps and the college transition will be much smoother.

I would tell myself the same thing that I tell my sisters now “Don’t let money be your barrier to start college. Money comes and goes, but you are the only one that can decide your future. You can choose to become a better and well educated person, to fulfill your dream of having a great career that no one can take away from you. College won’t be easy, there will be times where you fail and will want to give up, but failure only exists if you give up. That’s why always be the best that you can be, never give up and always try harder at everything that you do, for that will bring great accomplishments in life. Also know that you will encounter great people on your way to success; that will help you through college, these people will be your professors, counselors, peers ect. You will owe a great deal of your success to them because they supported you throughout college and their advice and motivation helped you accomplish your goals. Remember, no matter how big or hard the barriers are keep on trying because YOU will be the change of tomorrow."

If I could go back in time and tell myself what college is going to be like, I would tell myself to study hard. I would tell myself to not get strayed from my path to success. In college, every student there is your competition. A professor once told my class that only half of us will graduate ad then after that only about 1/4 of that half will get a job after graduation. So because of this I will tell myself to make sure that I am one of the person who will graduate and get a job. College is fun but is also serious. It is your life and you don't want to mess it up. As well I will tell myself that although you are a minority and there are those who look down on you for it, you can make a change one day so work hard, stay focused, and be that one person who will graduate and get a job. Be a role model for those who need one. Also learn to make friends with everyone because in the future they will be the one that helps lead you to your success.

School can be about far more than conforming to the business world; it is worlds apart from high school. All ideas are free to be explored, opportunities are here for the taking, and there is a freedom that is found from having enough information to make informed decisions about the world around you. While everything seems monotonous and pointless in high school, you will find your calling in education and will ultimately decide that academia is the one place where you belong. Professors not only tolerate, but embrace unique perspectives and people from all walks of life. While high school teachers view you as eccentric or even combative, this individualism will earn you the respect and support of most every faculty member you encounter in college. Take your time, explore the world, and when the time has come for a change in your life; embrace your future and find the depth of life through your liberal education that you have been searching for so hungrily. Believe it or not, the world not only respects but eagerly awaits your perspective. Adding eloquence to your expression of self will only strengthen your credibility. Your life experience will be your best asset!!!

The advice I would give myself is to not be nervous about the college experience. To not be scared about all the opportunities that are available and to take advantage of them. Other advice I would give myself is to not be nervous about not knowing what I was going to be doing in college because there is plenty of time to figure out what you can and want to do with the experience at hand. It is the best time of your life and you need to take advantage of the great opportunity that is in front of you.

You are responsible for your own education. It is up to you whether you attend class, do your homework, and how much effort you put into the class. It is important to stay focused on your goal; getting a degree. At the same time, it is important to make connections with your peers. These are the relationships that will last a lifetime. Stay focused on your studies but do not be afraid to let go and have fun every once in awhile.

Be prepared to teach yourself in college classes, especially in mathematics. Keep yourself motivated and don't get discouraged, you can do it.

The only advice I would give myself would be to get involved. Getting involved on your campus really makes the college experience. It helps you make awesome friends, and really prepares you for the real world. I have made some of the greatest memories being involved in my clubs, and I wouldn't do it any other way!