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If i could go back in time, I would tell myself to not worry so much about attending college at Boise State University. At first, I was anxious and really nervous about attending college. I wasn't sure if I was going to fit in and make friends, but from what I know now, it is not that difficult. I get along really well with my roommates and everyone else in my dorm. I would also tell myself not to worry about my classes because before school started, I over exaggerated the difficulty of the classes I would be taking. The very last piece of advice I would tell myself would be to keep up the hard work and dedication in college because it will evenutally pay off.

The Army is still a good choice for you at this time. You still have a lot of growing up to do; you will love it, and it will be good for you in many ways! However, when you get out of service, don?t be so hesitant to go back to school, don?t wait so long. You are intelligent! A young lady that was struggling made the choices and grades you made in high school. You will do well in life, once you give yourself the opportunity. Our mom looked at me and hugged me when I joined the Honor Society and said "See, I always knew you could do it if you put your mind to it! Congratulations!" Mom was proud, and so was I!

There is no way to state strongly enough the need and benefits of a college degree.

At 24, the idea of being able to step back and save myself from these many life lessons learned is worth smiling about. I would take my young self by the hand and tell her gently, " It's not all what you think. The freedom is nice, but beware, with this freedom comes reponsibility. There is no one to clean up messes made or to step in when you drop the ball. You are now an adult. College is about self-discovery. Please go out , explore new classes, develop new friendships, and step into areas of self you never knew you had. But understand, you can't be everything to everyone. With that, also, you can't be everywhere at once. Know your limits. Please note, not everyone who works with you or helps you is your friend. Not everyone who is against you is your enemy. Choose wisely your circle of influence. Learn everything you can. Have fun at all times. All- night study sessions are a way of life. The cleaning staff in your dorm will be the best alliance you make. And most importantly, believe in yourself. " With these words and hug, young me will be alright.

I think the best advice that I could have given myself would have been to slow down. I would have taken a semester off from highschool before I jumped right into college. I would have done this because I could have had some time to figure out what and where I really wanted to go. I went to the closest and easiest college to home, rather than really taking the time to find the school that is right for me. Now finally in my sophmore year I have found the college that is right for me, from which I plan to attend in the fall semester of 2010. In my opinion it is crucial to find the true direction you need to go in and follow that path till you have accomplished your goals. Do not ever settle when it comes to your education is what I would have told myself if I could have turned the tides, and given myself a piece of advice in my senior year of highschool.

Sit and write down your interests, then make a list of possible areas those interest may fall under and contact a professor not a peer advisor to find how to shape your academic interest and career. Education is not about the fun one is having in the classes but the outcome of those classes and where you are after it is all done. The fun then begins by working in an area that is of interest, especially if internships are available those avenues may be explored with a hands on experience.

The senior year of high school is full of Ap classes and essays ; college admissions and prom night. Perhaps the most nautious endeavor of senior year is preparing to make the transition from high school to college. Meeting the required deadlines of assignments and utilizing time management is key to success in college. The feeling of exhaustion is natural and at times the homework assigned seems daunting. A Personal Scheduler is and essential tool that can be used to prioritize your school life. You can use the scheduler to organize deadlines and complete assignments, while keeping trach of class schedules so no absence is needed. Searching for scholarships is essential in financing a university education. Apply for scholarships that are applicable and fit your criteria. For example, applying for a single scholarship valued at $15,000 might not be your best option, but submitting to double or triple digit scholarships adds up and can pay for necessities such as room and board, food and supplies. So as you prepare to submit college applications and write personal statements, keep in mind that the knowledge gained in high school is the knowledge the will be applied in college.

Hello old self! How is life as a high school senior? Is your life filled with corpulent amounts of stress about homework, relationships, college, and what direction your life is headed? Don't worry. I've been through all of that already. Right now you are probably thinking your future is dull, grim, and indecisive. On the contrary, your life is about to begin again and go in directions you would never imagine yourself going in. One reason you are scared to even think about going to college is that you don't know who you want to be or what you want to do. That's ok! College is a way for you to answer these questions. Higher education is a way for you to find out who you really are, and there are tons upon tons of resources for you to utilize at colleges around the country that will help you find your way. You might be scared to meet new people and leave old friends behind. Just know that you will form new relationships that will be lasting and take you to new places. Old self, don't worry. The best is yet to come.

I would tell myself what I really wanted to do. I started college not realizing what I am passionate about studying. I didn't take it seriously and have spent a lot of time fixing grades that should have been A's. I would tell myself that High School is important and to try and take what I learned there and use that in college as well. It has taken me so long to realize how important and fun college really is. It is a time to find yourself, to learn, and to meet new people. It is so important to get a college education and really is rewarding when you work hard on a project and earn your grade. In high school, it didn't seem hard to earn an A, but in college, that A is well worth all the work.

I would tell myself that life goes on. My mother was persisitent in reminding me of this very fact. However, like most teenagers I thought that everything that happened to me in high school projected the events of the rest of my life. Being a few years older now, I have realized that the boyfriend of the week and the best friend of the month are not the people who determine how my life turns out, only I can do that. I would tell myself to take a breathe, relax and enjoy life for what it is. Its not about being 18 or 21, its about taking everything in as it happens. Those are the lessons that are the most important, and the ones people tend to miss out on. Lastly I would ensure that I made sure to force myself as a younger person to be more accepting and less judgemental. I would not want to miss out on the friendships I passed by again. Its not worth it to follow the flow and reject people just because someone else does not like them. Keep your head up, all aspects of the world are worth seeing.