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I have received a lot out of college so far the experience has been undeniably great. I would never trade where I am for anything. I have made new friends that I feel may be lifelong friends. Since I chose a smaller university I get a lot of hands on attention from my professors and they offer tutors to help us anytime we may need them. I also have smaller class sizes so I feel freer to ask question and have discussion with the professor. I also must say living in a dorm on campus was another decision I am happy I made, I have a great roommate and great neighbors. We all spend time together getting to know one another. I have made new friends that I feel may be lifelong friends. We all encourage each other to be the best in our majors and to accept nothing but the best.

The things that I got out of my college experiment is there is a lot of information in this word. I also learned that there are some people who wants you to succeed. These are the people who count the others you I feel can say what they want because they had a bad day. The people who work in the library will help you when you need help . I like college life because you meet a lot of people with all kind of background and this is how you learn about the world.

Just as a freshmen in college, I have learned many valuable lessons. I have learned how to manage time, organization, and people skills. Managing my time while playing volleyball was a struggle at first, but one I got into the groove of things it wasn't that bad. Being organized is always good because then you won't forget about an assignment that is due and it will make you feel more confident in yourself. I am going to be completely honest and say that my people skills were lacking at the beginning of my college career. I overcame my fear of talking and getting to know people really quickly, and I am glad because I met some of my really good friends. College is very valuable because without a college education the odds of getting a good paying job are very slim. Also college brings out some very good skills that are needed throughout your whole life.

I graduated high school in May and started college in August 2009. I didn't know what to expect, I thought college would be somewhat like high school, but I was wrong. During the orientation at the college they would not allow my mom to enter the registration or the financial Aid room with me. I was really mad because my mom have always taken care of everything regarding school for me. Throughout the last semester in college, I thought the teachers didn't care if your come to school or not, arrive late for class, or take notes, etc. At the end of the semester you learn about what did, and how well (or not) you did. Of course not so surprising I didn't do to well last semester. I received a D in one of my class and my mom wasn't notify. Well finally, I think I realize why they made me handle the financial aid and registration alone, etc. This is part of growing up and being able to care for yourself and handle your business. I was sad and glad to learn thhis lesson. My destiny really is in my hands.

I attended Arapahoe Community College upon graduation from high school. I have since transferred to another college. I found that it was difficult to attend and do well since most of my professors were not available outside of class even during their office hours. Many of the professors make it clear to the students that they would rather be somewhere else. I was so excited to begin my academic career after high school and this was a let down to say the least. If I could go back in time I would tell myself as a high school senior to move toward my larger plans and stay away from ACC. Thank you

So far as a freshman half way through my second semester of college, I have gotten so much out of my college experience. I have became a critical analyzer of all the information laid before me in the news. I have become more knowledgeable on current events, as well as the role of government. While attending classes and juggling track practice, I have become a very organized student., meeting all of my deadlines. I have made friendships that will last a life time, but most of all, I am getting an education, not just a degree.

If i could go back in time and give advice to myself as a high school senior, I would first start off by telling myself that just because i'm at the end of senior year doesn't mean i'm done. It's the end of one chapter and the begining of another. I would tell myself to register for the hard classes even if i don't need them to graduate, they will help me in college and maybe save me less time with gen ed classes and let me move on to classes that protain to my major. Secondly sieze every scholoarship opprotunity that was available, the ones offered at school,online or even in the community. You never know when your going to need some extra cash for books. Lastly although senior year can be stressful with college right around the corner. Enjoy the moments you have with your friends because it can be the last time that you guys will be all together in this way. So to my senior self, "carpe deim", make everyday count and take nothing for granted, there are so many wonderful opprotunities out there just waiting to be taken.

If I could go back in time and speak to myself as a senior there are many things that I would warn myself of. First, I would stress the importance of searching for more college scholarships. There are so many out there, and many of them are not taken advantage of. It is very difficult as a college student trying to do well in school, work and find time to do things such as student teach. Scholarships would be very useful and allow me to spend less time working and more time studying and applying myself to my classes and school-work. I would also tell myself to try to be more outgoing or get involved in more clubs and activities. I can be a very shy person so clubs and other activities could have made it easier for me to find people who may be interested in the same things as me and help me make more friends.

I would tell myself to get up and look for more information and not wait until the last moment to try and do everything. You think you know how to manage your time, but you do not. Make schedules and actually stick to them and be faithful and dilligent with your reading and studying, it all helps. Shove aside your pride and ask for help, even if you do not need it. Any bit helps in the long run and will be to your benefit.

I would tell myself first of all to practice more. Considering my major is music education, practicing more then would put me ahead now. Of course, if my major was different I would tell myself to get more of a background on that subject. I would tell myself that I shouldn't get discouraged by anything that comes my way. There will be trials and errors that I commit, but those happen in everyone's life. It is part of being a human being and is part of life. The final point I would mention to myself is to keep focused on my vision. My decisions concerning what I do in college and where I go to college should all point in the direction of the vision that I have for my life. Whenever studying gets hard in college, or you get tired, or it seems pointless, think of the vision as your inspiration. This inspiration will allow you to achieve more. Never doubt your abilities, despite how well you did in high school. College is a time for people to renew what they want out of life. You are no exception, as you will do some amazing things.