Jessica
I would tell myself to take a year off before I dive into college life. That year can really help figure out where you really want to go in life. I've been in college for a few years and just now figured out what I think I would like to persue. So I think that initial year would have really helped rather throwing myself into college and working towards a career I didn't truely want. College is alot about figuring yourself out, but there's so much pressure to succeed that I never really did what I wanted to do.
Isabella
If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to simply be outgoing, make friends that would last forever, and don't be afraid to show my true self even to people I don't know very well. This is especially difficult, seeing as I am a typically introverted person, but I have learned recently that if I just make the effort to be an outgoing person, I will get to know so many more wonderful people. I would also give myself the advice of working hard towards your goals no matter what difficulties may arise. There are often situations in classes and assignments that give me trouble, but as long as I keep trying to be better in everything I do, I will get through the difficulties and the outcome will be great.
Allison
Stay true to yourself. It's your life and your college experience.
ARIELLE
TO NOT HAVE SKIP CLASSES IN HIGH SCHOOL
Sharleen
Do not wait until the last minute to make a decision about what you want to do after high school. Play an active role in your community and do your research to find out what will suit you in life. Go out, explore, broaden your horizon, but at the same time, be responsible, disciplined, and commit to what you set your mind to. Don't ever give up!
Daniel
Take more college level courses in order to finish ealier and tranistion into the work for or graduate school
Andrew
Do not compromise your beliefs for a 'free-living' liberal system. There is more to life than being able to drink or date and those who restrict it while they may seem legalistic actually have a point and have the best interests of your soul in mind.
marylou
Wow, that is quite a question. I returned to school at 46 years of age and I have recently turned 50 and I will graduate with a BA in May. What would I say to myself in highschool??? You are important and valuable enough to give yourself an education. See if you can try to see the big picture, the long run, the future. Being self supporting is esteemable beyond any measures you can imagine at 17 years of age, but give yourself this boost up in the world. Be nice to yourself and care about yourself. Demand the education that will become your freedom.
Lauren
I would tell myself to pick Eckerd College because it lives up to its word. It really is its own little enlightening bubble that changes lives and teaches one "HOW" to learn: in small classes, with close relationships with teachers and friends that are like family.
Jamie
Be more outgoing initially and don't be scared of what others think of you. Get your work done and then have fun. Get out and enjoy life.