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If I could go back in time as a high school senior, I would advise myself about the separation of studies and fun. Education is important , but I need to allow time to forget about homework, to de-stress, and to have fun. Having fun constitutes meeting new people, exploring off-campus locations, participating in recreational activities and campus life opportunities. I do not give myself enough time for that, thus I tend to be stressed and think about work too much to the point I become anxious. I am currently trying to alter this lifestyle, but it is difficult, considering I have done it for many years. There are things that I do to steer away from work, such as exercising, volunteering, peer educating, but often I think about the pressure I place on myself to be perfect educationally instead of enjoying the present. If I were to be a high school senior, I would tell myself to trust the effort I put into studies, that I will do well because I study and focus, and to treat myself to fun to recoup. I would tell myself that life is short and I need to live in the moment.

Okay. So. I might reconsider that current relationship you are in. It is pretty tough to continue a high school relationship into college. Trust me. Even if you think that you aren't going to screw it up, you are wrong. Deal with it. Secondly, you aint gonna tie me down. But seriously, don't date anyone named Emily it's a mistake. Next, hooking up inebriated can lead your standards to fall drammatically. Consider that fact. It'll keep you out of most trouble. Most, not all. Stealing campus maps will actually not get you in trouble as it turns out, however don't use it as a pong table. Ask Joe about that one. He's still waiting for the fine. He's not quite as smooth as me; I'm like butter at room temperature baby. Okay but anyway, don't worry about class senior year. Your school is gonna screw you over anyway in scholarships. APs are worth it so get fives in those. Anyhow, college will be fun trust me on that. Mixing school and fun is a good idea. Finals week might be the best time to party. Clears your head. Start me up!

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to relax and not change a thing. I put a lot of pressure on myself to excel and to do the best I can at all times. Therefore, I definitely stressed myself out throughout the college application process. Looking back on my college experience thus far, I am so happy and so satisfied with my life that I could not think of what I would want to change. I may not have the top grades at the University, I may not be the most popular girl on campus, but I love my friends, I love what I am learning, and I love Villanova.

Maria, be comfortable with who you are. Quit hiding the fact that you?re a Girl Scout and have been since kindergarten. Having friends that like you for who you really are matters most. Don?t set yourself up in the popularity contests that are forever being played. You?re intelligent and you need to remind yourself that being smart is more important than the quest to be the high schools quarterbacks? girlfriend. Keep using your energy in ways that make you happy. Everything else will fall into place once you?re off to college and no one there knows or cares if you were popular in high school. Now go and sell those Girl Scout cookies to all your teachers and classmates. I bet even some of the popular students may buy some.

I would have told myself to think about what I actually want to get out of my four years of nursing school. Do I want to be just responsible for my classes and do nothing else? Do I want to be involved in other things on campus? Do I would a great sense of community? Do I want to be a part of a campus that is open-minded to different views and opinions? Do I want an excellent education? These are just a couple of questions I should have considered when I was making my decision on where I wanted to attend college.

Knowing what I know now about college life, and the transaction process with which I used to access which univeristy would be appropriate for my attendance, I do not believe I would have made any changes in my decision-- but rather, I could have approached the decision making process with a different mentality. Going into college, I was intent on a new start. I wanted to change who I was to fit who I wanted to be, and that misalignment led to my befriending people who I eventually started getting on my nerves. Instead, right from the start, I would have liked to just be who I always was in high school. No more pretending I'm more social than I prefer; no "trying to fit in" with everyone else. I realize now that I am a unique individual, and i would not change myself to be something I am not. I'm making the transition now, but for the future, I just want to remember to live my life the way I want.

work hard, study hard,fet good grades so you can be accepted to decent colleges and not be denied by higher class colleges because of your gpa

There are several pieces of advice that I would give myself as a high school senior if I could go back in time. I would definately tell myself to choose a school where I did not have to be a commuter (I am currently a commuter at Villanova University). The reason for this is that being a commuter makes it very difficult to socialize, and I feel like I am missing out on the college experience as a whole. I would tell myself to research the many different possibilities for where I could go to college, and not just base it on academics. Yet another piece of advice that my highschool-self could have used was to go in with some sort of plan for throwing myself in more and being more open to new experiences, and making new friends.

If I were able to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, the first thing I would say is to relax because you cannot make a wrong decision. Boston College and Villanova University are such good schools that no matter which one you choose, you cannot go wrong. Second, you are having a rough time with friends right now, but do not give in to their superficial, cruel ways. You will find friends in college who love you for who you are and your good friends in life will always have your back. Thirdly, you do not have to make all your life decisions right now. Life is full of second chances and through your choices you will get to know yourself better. Finally, love with your whole heart. The people in your life are so special and will greatly impact you, sometimes positively and sometimes negatively. Even though you may be more vulnerable, you will learn from your mistakes and become a better person without regrets. By loving others, you will not only better yourself but improve the lives of others so that your love can be shared with the world.

Living in the Hawaiian Islands my whole life has been a treat. It is a special place where I can potentially see myself coming back to live and help my community and island. When I was deciding where to attend school, I was contemplating staying home in Hawaii because I loved my hometown and state. I would have been comfortable knowing that I was still at home going to school and could relax and enjoy life. Ultimately, I decided that it was better that I traveled to the mainland and attend a college there. The decision I made was a good one. The advice that I would give myself would be to tell myself that it is better to leave your state and go away to college. Their are so many opportunities out their for you to experience and see. Not only that, but when you go away for college, you force yourself to be independent and fend for yourself. You have to learn how to live by yourself without your parents there to assist your needs. It's a good process to go through, as we are all growing up and need to take responsibility for our actions.

College is a party. Those words ring in the ears of every graduating high school senior, myself included. My teachers told me that this is false; college professors give loads of homework and tear you to shreds. This belief was affirmed by my parents who told me that college is an expensive experience that will be extremely difficult emotionally and academically. However I think that my first thought remains true; college is a party. A party is nothing more than a celebration. My first few weeks it was a celebration of being "independant". Our festivities included not doing laundry and going to bed when we wanted. Classes are a celebration of our education and of what the future holds. Everyday I think about getting into Medical School, and that seems like something to celebrate. After my first final exams we celebrated the end of 1/8 of our college careers. I suppose if I were to speak to myself in high school I would have this to say,"Don't fear college, it will make you better. Don't take college too lightly, it will be difficult. Never stop the party, just change what you're celebrating."

I would advise myself as a high school senior to not always settle or do what is comfortable. I chose Villanova because I comfortable on the campus, which I do not regret. However, I did not search beyond this feeling, and chose the school based on this comfort level. Similarly, I always did what felt safe-- I clung to the same activities and people throughout high school, and I was very set in my ways. I would tell my high school senior self to push these boundaries, and do things that are uncomfortable and I may not necessarily enjoy. I shouldn't spend my time with a limited number of people, instead, I should have branched out and befriended others, especially those who were different from myself. I should have tried new activities in order to have new experiences. In college, I have continued to do many of the things that I did in high school, for example I am still in band. I love band, but I have also pushed myself further. I am involved in other activities that enable me to meet many different people and personalities, and as a result I have learned a lot about myself.

OK Monica now is the time to stay focused this is your last year and you have to graduate. You can't miss class or be late because time is everything. get your mind off that boy he is not doing anything with his self he has no goals. Make the right decision and think about the consequences if you make the wrong choice remember you want to go off to college. You don't want a baby right now because your education is more important. Look at the young girls around the neighborhood struggling! Do you want that for yourself. You are someone of devine purpose set your goals and have high expectations in life. Know that you are beautiful and something good is going to happen to you as long as you believe in yourself.

I would tell myself to attend a community college for two years and then transfer my credits to a university that I am interested in. As a result, I would save myself alot of money because the tuition at the community college would be alot more reasonable then any private university. At the community college, I would take general courses where I can expose myself to all areas of study. Then, when I transition to the university I would then declare my major. Also, I would tell myself that you could be expose to prejudice, peer pressure, drugs and alcohol. As long as I know my education is most important, nothing stated above can jeporadize my education. If you work hard, I believe the payoff will be great.

Don't waste time worrying and being scared. Everyone is in the beginning, so it is better to just leave the fear behind you and move forward with hope and excitement for what lies ahead.

Knowing what I know now as a second semester college female freshman, I would advise myself to not be so intimidated about starting a new life in college. I was afraid to be away from my family and friends when I started college, but now I realize I can have it all. High school is so different from college, with the exciting things you learn in and out of the classroom. The freedom and independence you are afforded by getting away from home is invaluable in the process of growing into a responsible adult. You will always have the old friends your family for support. The new friends you are making just enhance the experience. I would also say that the maturation process includes new experiences about trusting the new people you will meet. There are so many different types of people in college. Trusting everyone is not possible and there will be disappointments along the way. I would have set my expectations lower in this category, and would have done a better job preparing myself that I would not be best friends with everyone I meet.

I would have to visit the campus to see how big it is and ofcourse check out the dorm room size cause I need my space, I dont want a room mate. Taste the cafeteria food to see if it's good, and see what stores are near that I could get something to eat incase i miss meal times at the cafeteria. Is there public transportation that would take me somewhere to go food or clothe shopping, because as a freshman I wont be able to have a car on campus. Is there security guards here, cause i want to feel safe walking across campus, is there school transportation that takes you from class to the dorms in bad weather. What kind of groups or organizations does this place have that i can get join, sorrities, culture groups, student government....ect. I hope they have a gym I can play basketball, or a weight room to work out. Is there a entertainment center with tvs, and poole tables in case i get bored. whats the population, how big is the campus, is the campus diverse. Make sure I start my assignments when they are given to me, and study

The most important advice I could give to myself as a high school senior would be to attend the school that I thought was the best fit for me. Parents, guidance, counselours, siblings, and friends can all be very persuasive when it comes to college decisions and I think that we are all a bit confused and vulnerable during this time. I chose to attend a school close to home where I knew many students and it was not the best school for me. I did transfer and earn a degree, but I may have had a more fulfilling college experience if I had chosen to attend another school. Also, I would adivse my high school self to have fun! As cliche as it may seem these years truly do fly by and can be missed in the blink of an eye. As as adult student returning for a second degree, studying is still top of the list of important things to do but I've made a promise to myself that I will have fun and enjoy this experience. So, high school self, pick the school you really like and make the best of it!

Definitely keep your goals in mind. Everything done in college should be geared towards your success after you graduate. Every learning opportunity possible (such as internships or any outside-of-class experiences) should be taken advantage of. Also, always take advantage of social opportunities around you too. Research social life at different colleges and whether or not having fun is dependent on joining different organizations. All in all, never pass up any opportunity in front of you, be it academic or social. This is college! It's supposed to be the best four years of your life; make it so! It's all up to you.

I would tell myself to relax and trust that I've worked hard enough throughout my high school career to handle college life. While it will, at times, be difficult to schedule my time and balance my schoolwork with my extra-curricular activities, I can handle myself. I will be able to prioritize my work and in the end, I'll finish it all. I would tell myself not to worry about making friends, that I'm in the right place with people who hold the same values as I do. I won't have a problem finding like-minded people who will become my friends for life.