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College is definitely a whole lot different than high school. I think mainly because you're allowed more freedom than in high school. But also because I can finally sit in a classroom with mature people and learn all I want, which was actually quite difficult in high school. But when you think of college, you think of time to grow up and experience new things; you think of getting out of your parents' house and living on your own. I, however, chose a different route and decided to stay living at home while attending college. While my parents aren't very strict, I feel like I have still yet to experience the living on my own (which I believe is where most of the growing up takes place) and taking on more responsibilities. But, of the college that I've seen so far, I have learned to take on some more responsibilities in going to class and doing well. The most valuable part of it all is that everything I learn here at college will be very helpful in becoming a successful member of my community now and in the future.

I have learned the basics graphic designing, and the fundamentals of design. With this knowledge, it will be easy to create pieces of art that I am commissioned to do or even develop on my own. Other then the basics of art, I have learned plenty of different programs such as: Photoshop, Illustrator, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, 3D Studio Max, and InDesign. All of which have their strengths and weaknesses, but by combining them, your abilities as an artist are unlimited.

I was in community college and I liked it - I did well in my classes, but I felt like I wanted more. I wanted to know that I could get an actual career out of what I was going through school for. But attending a school like that also helped me realize that I wanted to know that my education was really gonna take me somewhere instead of simply allowing me to say "yes, I went to school." "Yes, I have my degree." I want to be able to say "Yes, I have my licence to do this, this and this." "I'm already trained to know how to do this and that...". I want to be proud of what I've achieved and what I'll be able to do. With this scholarship, I'll be able to feel like I can help people with what I'm able to do, without limitations.

This campus has been integrated into my life for many more years than I have attended it. I fell in love with the school during the first summer I spent there with a TRIO group. Western built me into an in charge, outgoing woman. Going here has helped me become a more well rounded, knowledgable woman. I have made friends, found love and acceptance, and where I have found a passion for my future I did not have before. I cannot imagine attending another university because this one is my home. Being here will make me the best elementary school teacher I can be.

The search for the perfect college is a difficult and confusing process. Take some time to think about who you are and what is truly important to you. It is hard to envision the perfect college when you have yet to experience life on a college campus. My experiences have shown me that the perfect college is what you make of it. Although all colleges offer differing opportunities, the secret is to embrace whatever options arise. I do not regret my decision to attend Western Kentucky University, however, if I had the opportunity to redo the application process, I would strive to attend a university tailored more to my interests. I would look for a smaller university that provides a greater sense of community and a shared desire to succeed. Focus more on locating outside scholarships, than finding a college with great financial aid. When thinking about what lies ahead in the transition to college life, try not to worry so much. Coursework is not overwhelmingly difficult and friendships are easily formed. Take the time to enjoy your last year of high school and remember that you should just be a kid sometimes.

Understanding the importance of financial aid and how much money it actually takes to attend a college, going back in time I would have tryed harder to make the grades that I know I could make. Also going to my high school senior self, I would tell myself to start these scholarships early. There are so many oppurtunites to gain money, to help you get to college just taking the time and effort is up to you. Money is an illusion from getting what you want. When you let money get in the way of your school work or prevent you from going to school than thats when you need to make that illusion go away and turn into a positive perspective. The transition from High School to College as been beneficial to becoming more mature and more than anything don't change when you get to college just be yourself.

the number one advice that would tell myself is to NOT room with a friend....it is NOT good idea and i had to learn that the hardway despite al the people telling me that it wouldn't work out and not to do it but i went against all that and shouldn't have...i would have also went with my first choice for deciding a major and would have picked criminal justice rather than my current, psychology. although its quite simple to switch a major, a wku you have papers to fill out and have to meet with a whole different advisor, which could have been prevented if i would have just stuck with my gut first feeling and that was to stay in the law field

Take all the AP classes you can! Save yourself a ton of time and money paying back student loans by getting what you can now. And don't worry if you are unsure about your major. Switching is not set in stone, and you're not the only one. Don't hole up in your dorm room, go looking for fun in town. A good time doesn't have to involve acohol and parties. Don't be afraid to try some new things and to let some old ones go. Most importantly, don't get discouraged if college isn't everything you made it out to be. Yes, it's an excellent time in your life, but it's just one stop on the journey. Just remember who you are, what you value, and you'll be fine.

Knowing what I know now, if I had to go back in time and talk to myself as a senior, I would tell myself to research each teacher before you sign up for the class. Some teachers are very hard and strict and as an incoming freshman that is a lot to take on. I would also tell myself that even though you are moving to a school with eight other friends, be sure to branch out and make new friends. Sometimes friends cannot afford college anymore or transfer and if you have not made new friends you will be left alone. Finally, do not be shy. Learn to speak up in class and say hello to people walking to class. This will help you become more confident in yourself.

If I could go back as a senior I would tell myself to not take everything for granted. I would be mainly focused and study strictly more on school and been a better balanced student. The key is not be caught up in any disruptences in life such as: girls, texting, football and basketball games, work, church, video games, the internet, talking on the phone too late, and etc. I mean all those things are fine if you don't abuse them and you manage time pretty well. When I was a senior in school I was nominated as most-popular, I was on the coming home court for three straight years, I won best dressed, I worked two jobs, had plenty of friends, went to church, and also had a steady girlfriend. The transition you have to make is to learn how to balance time for school, friends, church, work, or any other activity you have outside of school. If I could've told myself this when I was in high school coming from an college student then I would've took college a bit more seriously than my teachers told me in high school.