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College is not something to be taken lightly. It demands more devotion to studying, completing assignments on time, and similar things. At the same time, however, college is a very enjoyable experince, much more so than high school, in my opinion. As a high school senior, I was very nervous about making the transition. If I were to travel back in time and give my high school senior self advice, here's what I would say: "Being nervous is understandable. You're about to dive into something new. However, it's not COMPLETELY new. There are many things about college that are similar to what you had to deal with in high school. You need to study dilligently, and devote yourself to your projects. You need to get involved in clubs and social gatherings. Go out and meet new people. Make friends with them. Share your interests with them. Go above and beyond what you accomplished in high school. Finally, don't forget to have fun. College isn't all about busy work, after all."

The upmost important thing i would tell myself would be good job, because i tried my best and achieved to go to a university where i would get a higher education and become something of myself. I would give myself a tap on the back and tell myself to not give up because my education has only just begun and i must thrive to keep going and become the most educated in my family.

It's not as far away from home as you think - Mom and Dad wil still be there. Drink lots of water and eat your vegetables. Be nice to your new floor-mates, and when they ask you to watch a movie at midnight, or go to IHOP at two in the morning, do it. The experiences with them will more than make up for losing the sleep. Be nice to others, but don't stand for any of their crap. Be true to yourself. Walk softly and carry a big stick.

Well, coming into school I was very open minded already about making friends. I was excited to get out there and meet new people, and I would tell myself to do that sme thing I did before in that aspect. Although, I would tell myself to meet people on my floor in my dorm sooner, because now I am close friends with them, but I could have had even more fun with them for a longer period of time if I had met them earlier. As for school I would tell myself to work hard, pay attention, study, and SLEEP. While always attending class and still maintaining good grades, I did not sleep enough and was often exhausted and sick. Last, I would tell myself to relax and have fun. It is college, and it is very important to get a quality education, but it is also a lot of fun, and it's not as scary and as hard as everyone makes it seem.

Attending Arizona State University has provided me with more opportunities than imaginable. I have been fortunate enough to take advantage of these opportunities. If I were to give my senior-year-high-school self advice, I would insist on the importance of getting involved both inside and outside of your major. Being involved within the business school has provided me with many resources and friends. Being involved outside of the business school by giving campus tours provides balance and a change from the "typical" business students. I have learned who I am, learned what I want to do, learned my strengths and weaknesses, learned about others, learned professionalism, and learned communication from my on-campus involvement. Other advice I would suggest is to be as friendly as possible. As cliche as it sounds, everyone is looking for new friends so why not make as many as possible. It also changes the entire university experience into a more positive one. Overall, involvement and kindness can get you anywhere.

If I was able to go back in time and give my self advice during my senior year I would tell myself that I need to get better studying habbits and that I should get involved with campus life. I never have been one to study but I found out quickly that I could not get by without doing so. Studing is so much more important now and its necessary to learn. It would have helped me out if I would have known this before. Another thing is that I really regret that I didn't join any club or really do anything that dealt with the social life of living on campus. There is still time left to do so but I believe it would have been benneficial for me to start my freshman year.

Dear Morgan, Relax. You're going to be just fine. You need to start working your procrastination issue now, because if you start as a freshman in college it's going to be much harder. Next year your professors won't accept excuses for not turning in work on time, so always be prepared. Keep up your grades this year and practice being a good student so that it's a more natural habit next year. Tell mom and dad that you love them more. Thank them for doing your laundry and for cooking your meals because next year your on your own. Have fun with your friends, make amazing memories, and take a ton of pictures. Just breathe, it's only high school. I promise you can do it. I know you think your having the time of your life being a senior, but just wait, the best years of your life are right around the corner. Get ready for an amazing ride! Love yours truly, Morgan

I would tell myself to prepare to do a lot of planning, a lot of walking, and a lot of reading. I would also tell myself to remember to talk to my family back home and let them know what's going on so that they don't worry about me as much and let them know that I appreciate them. Also, I would tell myself to get a warranty on my printer and keep up with deadlines a lot more.

I would tell myself to not be afraid to ask questions and to get the help needed to succeed . To have a game plan of how I was going to pay for college and how many classes I wanted to take. To stay at community college for as long as you can, to take all your easy classes so when you get to a university all you have left is your upper division classes. Save my money and apply for scholarships to help pay for school. Work hard and don't let the little things in life bring you down. Focus and set goals for yourself every semester and take it day by day. Take summer school classes when you can to get a head. Don't work so hard and make time for yourself.

The transition from high school to Arizona State University was very smooth, and I would tell my high school self not to worry. Stress from trying something new, moving away from loved ones and living on your own can sometimes be a big deal - but most of the time most of your worrying is exaggerated. High school seniors should remember that there are thousands of other young adults in the exact same position as they are, and that the universities are well equipped and experienced when it comes to making the transition worry-free, so why worry?