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I'd tell myself that thirty years into the future I will have lived in America from 1989 to 2009, happilly married to a California girl the whole time, and that my only real regret, to that point, was not discovering in my late teens how much beauty and depth of human expression is in the great works of literature--and not just English literature but in all cultures! And I'd look at myself with these puffy forty-five year old eyes, hoping they still sparkled like the ones facing me (but knowing they didn't) as I explained how I had recently gone back to college to feed my soul before it was too late. I'd tell myself I had a talent for writing. That I would win poetry contests and write novels. That I would discover a joy of reading that I never knew was in me. That I was hoping I hadn't left it too late to find out who I really am? And I'd tell myself to forget Technical Drawing and stick with French. That my heart warms watching the Tour de France every year, and that it reminds me of dad.

Go see a advisor as soon as possible they are there to assist and guide you.

Don't be afraid to reach out to meet new people and audition for every show possible!

College is a completey different life. Once you move from home and into the dorms, life will change. The people you meet that first year are going to be some of the most important people in your life and do not let them go. You're friends are everything when you are so far from your family. Love them and care for them the way you would your mum and dad. It is okay to ask for help. That is what professors are there for and love to do. If you are having trouble with anything, sit back for a second and relax. Try and pay attention to every day. Remember the small details because everything goes buy in a blink of an eye. Especially when you study abroad. You will be gone for a whole year but it will be the best experience of your life and you will always want it back. Cherise every moment you have over there. When it comes to class, do your best. There will be times when you find it pointless to learn all that you are but in the end it is so important. Be smart and never give up

To make sure you always stay on top of your studies. It is important to have a social life so be sure to get involved in activites on and off campus. Focus on just being you and dont let anyone change that.

I would tell myself to take lots of career tests and also tests to see wht type of learner I am, maybe it would have helped me make my decision about a major sooner. Also I would tell myself to study hard and mix GE courses with major courses to avoid taking classes to fill out units.

Entering college as a 17-year-old child, I was scared to death of my first day of school. Hollywood movies showed me of parties consiting of binge drinking, date rape, and drug use. I communted to school from a hour South, to a city known for its slums and gang activity. I was a shy, quiet student from the suburbs. I didn't know how or if I would ever fit in. Throughout my time on my college campus, I have learned of many different ways to make friends through school sponsored activities. There are weekly events available for next to no cost. My university has plenty of on and off-campus events like pool parties, bowling, billiards, seminars, and study groups that are great ways to meet new people and make some friends. At first, I thought I was out of place at my new school. After talking with other students about my discomfort, I was suprised to meet others who experienced even more of a culture shock with college. I would encourage myself to always keep an open mind and not be afraid of something new .

i would tell myself to keep up the work i had done my freshman through junior year. everyone that said you can slack off your senior year was wrong. if you want to get straigh A's in college you need to work constantly.

College isn't that scary. It's much more liberating than high school. And don't worry about not seeing your high school best friends every day, it'll make your friendships more tight-knit.

Always go to class, get to know your professors, and get involved in everything you can. Try to live on campus and and attend as many events as you can.