Florida SouthWestern State College Top Questions

Through my high school, I have taken Composition I and II at the school's campus. This class has been the best class that I have taken. I have learn so much about writting and about myself. I learned different ways of writting and how to do certain things the right way. I also learned a bit more about what college expectations are like. But mostly, I have learned about myself. I have learned many different ways that I learn, from trial and error to repetition. I also learned a lot about how I think and how I manage to get things done. It was a great time to learn time management and independence in my school work.

I will be attending Edison State College in the summer of 2010. It is important to attend college for me, not only because will I be the first person to recieve a degree in my family, but also, having an education is the only way to suceed in life now and days. With my education, I plan to rehabilitate endangered and threatened species. Earning my degree can help me change the world.

I would have to tell myself to get over my shyness. To go to class no matter what. College is alot easier then some people lead you to believe. If you dont try you will never succeed.

If I could go back in time I would apply for more scholarships and really focus on getting financial help for school. I would also study more and practice not prograstinating because in college procrastinating is hard to get away with.

My advice would be to attend college straigt from high school.

I would tell myself to relax. Back then, I thought that every minute of my life I would be studying, trying to make deadlines, and just be completely overwhelmed. But that's not true. Instructors realize how hard life is for us since we are trying to get out into the world. They give alot of essays, but they also offer lenient due dates. Classes don't even consume the entire day like in high school. You can take your class for a few hours and still have the whole day to live. Now I tell myself "Don't panic."

I would tell myself how important having a education is. I would have told myself to try as hard as you can now, and it will be sure to pay off in the long run.

I would first tell myself that money does not grow on trees and to save it, not spend it as soon as I get some. I would tell myself to make a budget and save. I would also tell myself to not stress out. Life is short and there is no need to stress over little things. As long as I do my best I will have made myself happy. I can always retake a class, and everything is replacable so just live in the moment, and breathe. The most important thing I would tell myself is there will always be boys, I do not need one. Also if I loose one there will be more, and at my age people are not as mature as I am, so get through school and do not worry about boys, there is plenty of time after school. If you do find a boy and he is truely great then take it slow and remember you are only young once so have fun, but be responsible. Basically I would tell myself live smart, but do not age yourself beyond your time, worrying will get you nowhere, just live the best life you can.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would give myself a few tips about college. First I would tell myself to be a good student. The definition of a good student is not someone who gets straight A?s. A good student is one that shows up to class on time and prepared. Also I would tell myself to take advantage of professor?s office hours. Meet with the professor for extra help. This will give you a better understanding of the course work and the professor will see that you are trying hard. Finally I would give myself the secret to studying. Make flash cards and get your work done ASAP. By making flash cards you are writing which will increase comprehension. When you get your work done you have time to let your professors review it.

If I could go back in time I would advise myself to choose your career path carefully, develop good study habits, be patient and don't rush. Meet with a counselor and take the time to truelly examine yourself and select a career path that will be something that you can see yourself doing in 20 years or more. Also consider why am I choosing this path. Make time for and develop good study habits. You can get good grades by cramming at the last minute but you won't retain the information unless you truelly learn the material. Be patient, college life is more about following rules and learning to navigate the system. You have plenty of time to live your life. Take these years in college and make them the foundation for the rest of your life.