California State University-Fresno Top Questions

I have gotten a lot of things out of my college experience. For example I got the ability to choose the fireld I am passionate about. I also had the opportunity to meet so many different people and faculty. I also have enhanced my education. It has given me the opportunity to expand my field of job opportunities. It has been valuable to attend because with a higher education comes more opportunities. I aslo believe that its been valuable because of the experience that ones goes through in doing different projects, research and applying them to real life situations.

Use your judgement, think before you act, join a social group that gives you alot of respect, network, make friends, and walk with a clear mind.

If I could turn back time and talk to myself as a high school senior, i would tell myself to take college seriously. During my freshman year of college i goofed around and even failed a class. It was a very big wake up call for me and it allowed me to work even harder. I would tell myself that college is so much fun but be sure to balance the party nights and your education. I would remind myself that so much time and finances are going in this and that i shouldn't mess around. I would say "You're going to college for one reason, EDUCATION." College is fun but be sure to set your priorities. Make friends for life and all together have fun with it. College is going to be the greatest experience of your life. Be yourself and true friends who like you for YOU will come along. Trust me. Break out of your shell and stop being too shy. Have fun but be safe!

I would tell myself that high school is nothing like college. What I concidered hard in high school will be easy in college. I would tell myself not to mess around in high school because it sets your work ethic for college. I also would have applied for more scholarships because college is more exspensive than I had realized. I would prepare myself for the work that I was going to be faced with and guide myself through the classes; I also would have told myself to pay closer attention. When college comes some people are not ready and can not handle it, I would warn myself about this and tell myself not to be discouraged and to never give up. I would also warn myself how important it is to go to class and that it is fully up to you. No one is going to call your mom and tell them you were not there; no one cares. I would equip myself to be self motivated.

Hey Joelene. You're 16 years old, in a small town high school, where pretty much everything, academically at least, comes fairly easy to you, and you never really have to put too much effort into the work you do to get a good grade. But that's going to be enough after you leave that small town high school. When you hit college, no matter where it is you decide to go, a lot more is going to be expected of you. Teachers won't breathe down your neck to get you to do your homework or to come to the lectures; you have to breathe down your own neck to do those things. So don't slack off now. Get used to the idea of dedication, efficiency, not procrastinating, and being willing to go that extra mile in everything you do. It will be worth it. And if you can, you should probably try to avoid the partying; it will, more than likely, get in the way of the more important things you'll have going on at that time. Good luck.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a very young and naive high school student I would tell her that college is very different from high school. College is all about learning who you are and figuring who you are as a person and figuring out what it is you want to do for the rest of your life and achieve that goal. Your soul "the treasure'" that is your key to happiness knows everything what you are going to do with your life and there is always a time when things come to you. Whether its time to take this certain class or this class. For you it is all in perfect timing and when your at the peak of doing what it is you need to do. You may worry, you may not be sure, you may compare yourself to others and be like, "Gosh, man others have good jobs and I'm still here at school. " But don't worry Fermina, everybody has there own time." Your time will come but its not always on your time there are always circumstances and life situations that get in the way. Now you know.

As a high school senior, I was very open and could communicate well with others. I could talk to anyone and could hold a good conversation. When I came to college, I realized that this had benefited me in a huge way. In the first week of college, I probably met over 100 people. Being open with others allowed me to make friends and have a good conversation. It also reminded me that I am not alone. Many students in their first year feel alone because they are not used to being in a place that is unfamiliar to them. The transition is not easy by any means, but it can be simple by making minor changes. I am a very driven student and of course my senior year, I had the tendency to drift off every now and then. I realize that it is easy to get sidetracked, but now I always invision my goals inside my head. My first semester of college, I wanted to earn A's and B's. As a first generation college student, it was up to me to learn how to study, take notes, and pass tests. I did achieve my goal.

I would make sure to tell myself to get involved! If I had gone into college ready to step out of my comfort zone and really challenge myself, I think I would be a lot further than I am even now. I would tell myself that relationships are important and making friends is not as hard as it looks. I would encourage myself to pursue what I love, even if it's not what everyone else is expecting. I would tell myself that school will be hard and that I have to stay foused as a student before anything else. Finally, I would tell myself to relax--college is an amazing experience, so enjoy the ride!

Althought i haven`t started college yet; I have experienced some of the real world by having a full time job and bills. So the advice i would have to give the high school senior version of myself would stay true to who you are and don't get losted in the crowd. Keep in mind the reason why you`re in college in the first place and learn how to stretch a dollar.

Knowing what I know now about college life and CSU Fresno, if i could go back in time to give some advise to myself as a high school senior I would mention a few key points. First , I would tell myself it is okay to feel a little confused about the direction you want to go in for a career so don't get discouraged. This will unfold itself naturally with experience in your upper division classes so make sure you continue to plug away at your school work and stay focused to get good grades. Second, it is easy to get caught up in the social dynamics of college more than you should so make an honest effort to balance the amount of time you party vs. study. Party nights are fun but keep in mind that you will take on the traits of people you surround yourself with. By being yourself you will naturally make good friends and build strong relationships with your professors which will ultimately give you the best education and the most out of your undergraduate experience. Stay true to yourself, take in as much information as you can and have fun during the process!