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If I knew then what I knew now my freshman year of college would be much easier. I really didn't pay much attention in class while I was in high school, I just did enough to get by. As I sit in the college class room I realized that things would be much easier if I had paid more attention last year. The advice that I would have given myself a year ago would be to learn everything that you can learn because you never know when you will need that information again. Even though I am doing very well in school right now if I would handled my business last year, I could of had a chance to have more fun this year. However, I am grateful for everything Ive learned this past year and I hope with your help I will be able to continue my journey and learn as much as I possibly can.

On those long nights at the library, when you just can't seem to understand the material, something will click and you'll get a A on the exam. And when you get frustrated because you have very little money for 'fun stuff', a friend of your parents will come to town and take you out to dinner. And that cute guy at Orientation will ask you out. And even when you think that you may have made the wrong decision about college, those thoughts will pass, and you'll realize that you're having the time of your life. And when you graduate you'll know that you made your parents proud, but most of all, you will be proud of yourself.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to stay focused my freshman year of college. This year is the most important. Aside from classes, be sure to get involved in school clubs and activites. Dont follow the crowd the way you might have in high school. College is about finding yourself and becoming your own person. Take the time to explore new things, meet new people and enjoy yourself. Have fun but be smart and safe in doing so. Become a leader on campus. Get your name out there, become known. Sit up front in class and attend all classes. Show school spirit-attend sporting events. Have proud in yourself and the school you attend. Be loyal to yourself first and always.

The first thing I would tell myself is to buckle my seatbelt and prepare for the ride because college is a crazy rollercoaster of emotions, work, and fun! When I first entered college at a technical school in my hometown I thought it was going to be a piece of cake. I was in for a rude awakening. I ended up withdrawing after the first few weeks of classes and decided to take a year off after I realized how much devotion it actually takes to make it in the college world. When I picked back up I still didn't devote the time I should have to my studies. After two semesters I finally got my head on straight and started working my tail end off to bring up my GPA. I have a proud 3.5 now. The friends and the memories are the greatest part, but it comes with many emotions, the good and the bad. I would basically tell myself not to take life too seriously, but to always take your studies seriously. I would say to look for the best in everyone and judge no one and you will have the time of your life.

As a high schooler, I was always the quiet, shy type of student. I swore to myself that I would not be that type of person by the time college started. At first I was pretty successful in meeting other students and having a good time, but as soon as my classes started, it was almost like a switch was flipped in terms of me being outgoing. Every professor of mine encouraged the students to speak up and become known to them since it would increase the chances of becoming involved in research opportunities as well as networking. Instead of taking my professors' advice, I would sit in class silently taking notes and asking very few questions. I would like to think that my professors would be able to recoginze me based on the preformance of my grades being excellent, but there's no guarantee that actaully happens. If I went back in time to when I was still a senior in high school, I would encourage myself to become known in college for the right reasons because that's how opportunities come up.

If I had the opportunity to go back in time and talk to myself, I would certainly have a lot to say. I would tell myself not to stress so much. If I relax a little bit, I can have a lot of fun. Transitioning into college isn?t that hard. I would tell myself to let my mom buy all the college dorm stuff she wants because in the end it will be useful and I?ll really appreciate it. I would encourage myself to get involved and find the right crowd of friends to make relationships with. I would also stress to myself the importance of not procrastinating. Everyone tells you not too, but it's easier to fall into the habbit than most people think. Transitioning into college is going to be one of the best time of our life and we should enjoy it and make the most memories we can.

The last four years you have been preparing for college. Stop worrying because I am going to give you personalized advice. It is exactly what you need to know if you pair it with what you already know or need to know. To begin, get more active in visiting schools and researching what school path is right for you. Do not be afraid to start out at a technological school. Even working a year before you start school is acceptable. Do not get into massive debt. Some people believe you have to start college directly after high school. You are not most people. It is ok to be undecided for the first year of school. Be sure about your major. Do not be afraid to ask for help if you need it. Get more involved. I know you are afraid but remember that you do matter and you do have something to offer. I know you feel inadequate but because of your feelings you will eventually become inadequate. Get to know your classmates and join in on study groups. You have struggled through twelve years of school and you will continue to struggle several more but it is worth it.

If I could go back in time to talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself to go away to school for freshman year instead of commuting to college in order to stay close to a boyfriend. My freshman year of college I commuted to UConn for a boyfriend who broke up with my before college even started. After that year, I took some time off then transferred to Coastal Carolina. I did not realize how important freshman year and living in dorms was to a college experience. Most students meet their friends and form the closest bonds while living in dorms, which is an experience I regrettable missed.

I cannot actually do that. During my senior year, I was already in college. I did not have any classes at my high school although during the fall semester, some of the classes I was taking in college counted as dual credit. I graduated high school in December so my "senior year" was more of a "college sophomore semester."

Knowing what I know now about college life and making the transition, I would tell myself that Coastal Carolina University is one of the best school's on the east coast for their marine science program. So regardless that there is not much to do in South Carolina, I should pick this school to attend because you will be able to find something to do and college life will get better as the year goes on. I would also tell myself that I should find a balance between fun and school work because all I ever did for my first semester was study, study, study and no play. But I would tell myself, while finding that balance between fun and work, school is and should be my first priority for me, and everything else comes second. The last thing I would tell myself is that everything is going to be fine and that I am going to do well in college.