California State University-Dominguez Hills Top Questions

Knowing what I know now about college life I would advice myself not to have any self doubt about myself. I imagine only the genious who can go to college.

If I could go back in time and tell my high school self about college I would say enjoy high school while you have the time. You should take the time to fill out a lot of scholarship forms. I would say that scholarships should be taken seriously because going to school for early childhood education and also elementary education is expensive and I don’t have the money to pay for it on my own. That way I can focus more on schooling then dealing with the stress of loans. You need to have a schedule so that you make time to do homework because you won't have teachers forcing you to do the work. I would say that the future is bright as long as you stay on track and don't lose sight of your goals. I would assure myself that college was the right decision and I get to help be a positive influence for my little sister. To end the conversation with myself I would say don't worry one day you will be doing what you love and that your children will be proud.

The advice that I would give myself as a high school senior is to prepare mentally to attend college with the understanding that it will involve use of time management and adjusting to the demands. College requirements and demands will need to fit in with my personal, family, and social life, but be prepared to make college studies priority in order to become the best learner that I can and to graduate in good standing. I would also advise myself to come to college with an open mind , open to meeting new people of diverse and cultural backgrounds,learn from others as I learn from the courses; be teachable. Be able to build from the entire learning experience. I should go to college to allow the learning experience to shape me into a productive, knowledgeable, well-balanced individual, and be able to apply what I learn to my life : personal, social, and professional. The last advice to myself would be to make college life enjoyable and know how to balance course loads in order to still enjoy the experience. Take the total college experience, whether good or bad, and use to reflect and motivate others to attend college.

I would say carpe diem seize the day, meaning seize this opportunity. When I was a high school senior I didn't realize how important a degree is. Now that I want a better career I see that a college career is very important to have a successful position in a company. Atleast the kind of position where you can have more financial freedom to do the things your family has need of and the things you enjoy doing. I would say complete all your homework and study for the SATS. Definitely look into all the scholarships that are available and by all means complete your college degree. Lastly since I am tall and atheletic I would tell myself to look into a basketball scholarship and play basketball for my school.

i would tell my self that the first thing to do is get my degree everything else will fall in line. don't make decisions based on someone else and always keep my strong will. never dim my light to help someone else shine brighter and always perservere.

I would tell myself to be prepared to work hard. I would continuously mention the amounts of work needed to be completed in order to graduate from college. I would also stress having fun. I think having fun will make college go by fast for me. The transition from high school to college was a big jump, but I was prepared for it. Everyone in my family told me how hard college was. I didn't buy into that I just pursued my dreams.

To take as much college units as I can while still in high school. I was only able to take a total 9 credits. I wish I could have taken more when I had the chance.

That people should always do their work and never procrastinate because you could get behind on many things and always do homework even though proffessors dont collect them. Always try to do your best and have a good GPA

What have I gotten out of my college experience? I have gotten me! As a wife of nearly seventeen years and a mother of two, you tend to lose yourself in the lives of those around you. You lose a sense of yourself and of your purpose. Going back to school has renewed "me." I am Michelle, wife, mother, substitute teacher and now student. Instead of following to the next ball game or practice or school event I now have direction for myself. I am doing something for no one other than me. Is that selfish? I don't think so . I believe that finding me inside that wife and mother is more valuable than anything and has made me better in every hat I wear. Why has it been valuable to attend college? I have found me!

What I have experienced from this school is that there is a lot more diversity and different kinds of people outside of my hometown. Also, I value intesity that staff and students put in their effort in the classroom , because it makes you put pressure on yourself to do better than what you expect.