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I would advice myself to take the English and Math placement test seriously and actually study for it. Don't take advantage of the fact that attendance is not mandatory for any class. Stay on top of your major requirements, especially if your major is impacted. Make sure you join at least 1 club at school so that you can stay involved, students that stay involved in school are more likely to graduate then those who don't.

The best piece of advice I could give myself is to be patient, seek help, and utilize all the resources at your disposal. Don't get caught up in drama or activities that will detract from your ultimate goal: to be a successful and productive member of the community.

Look into colleges whenver I had time because I didn't know anything about any colleges when I was in high school. I knew I was going to attend a junior college then transfer but I had no idea what the college life would be until I transferred a year ago. I would have attended more campus tours because I would have a better feeling and understanding of schools which I did not take advantage of while I was attending junior college. There are a lot of things I could have done but I would not go back in time to change them because my experience today would not have been the same if I knew everything I know now.

Recently, I went back to my high school and talked to the seniors. And what I told them was, if could do it all over again, I would. I didn't take my senior year serious, not school work wise, but to the extimct of me getting ready for college. I didn't apply for any scholarships. But when I got accepted into the school that I applied to, they gave me alot of money. But the advice that I would give myself if I went back to being a high school senior, is to stay focused. Don't get caught up in other school activites, focus on yourself and do what you have to do to get out of high school and start your life. Wheter its going to the Military, working, or going to a 2 year or 4 year college. The choice is yours.

The biggest advice I would give myself would be to make sure I put aside more time for my studies. Also, I would tell myself that I need to start trying to find scholarships as soon as I can.

If I could go back in time and give myself advice before entering college, I would say, "It's not what you expect." I would tell myself to cherish my time as a high school student and appreciate my last moments living with my family. I feel like I was in such a rush to grow up and be on my own as an adult. I didn't appreciate the dances, themed dress up days, and movie nights with my family. Once you get to college it is all bills and phone calls. I get to see my family only during holidays. High school students don't realize that college is completely different than anything they've ever experienced. My biggest advice to myself would have been, "Write those essays for scholarship applications, it'll be worth it." There are so many opportunites to earn scholarships if you just take the time to write the required essays. I wish I wouldn't have just passed over those opportunities because I could have saved myself a lot of worry. So my advice to myself would be make senior year last as long as possible, appreciate your family, and write essays!

Don't let money affect your decision about where to go to school. Taking the cheaper route will only leave you wondering what you've missed out on. Also, don't be afraid of a challenge, and don't take the easier route just because it will be faster.

Do not join a sorority and get involved with lots of orgs that interest me for my future. Stay connected with all people and profesors. Take advantage of counselors or advisers.

I would tell myself to talk to a counselor before planning out my schedules by myself. I would tell myself to not get lazy or procrastinate. I would tell myself that if I need help with anything, to ask the professors, teacher aides, and go to tutoring. I would also tell myself to get more involved in school activities, such as football games, basketball games, and soroities.

If I could go back into time and talk with my high school self I’m happy to say I wouldn’t have a lot of changes to suggest. The transition to college life at Sacramento State wasn’t as hard as I thought it would be. With the students and resources available it made problems like financial aid, housing, and books very clear. Even though I won a scholarship in high school I would suggest applying to more scholarships. I would also recommend for myself to think about what I wanted to major in. I could have taken opportunities (volunteering/jobs/clubs) in nutrition if I had known I was interested in it. I would assure myself that all the decisions I have made are perfect and not to regret anything. My friends criticized me for picking a school so close to home. In the end, going to school two hours from home gave me more advantages then anything. I would tell myself I’m going to love college life. My love for Sacramento State is indescribable and I have so much pride. I can’t wait until I can say I am a graduate at Sacramento State.