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I would tell myself to first take my college career very seriously. As a college student it is important to attend all classes, read all class materials, and to give the very best effort possible. It is also important to manage my time very well, and to devote ample time to studying. Do not just rely on the professor to teach you what you need to know, but take a vested interest in your education. Develop organizational skills and be prepared for class time, tests, and other activities. Also take advantage of study groups, and meeting other students that may have similar educational or career goals so that you have outside resources that can help you be successful. Never be afraid to ask questions, and reach out to any source that is available. As you move through your general education requirements, try to pay attention to what subjects you are passionate about because they are most likely an indicator of what your educational and career path could be. Take one class, one day, and one semester at a time so that you don't get overwhelmed. Lastly, enjoy this time because it is a great beginning

Take advantage of the opportunities at hand. If given the chance I would have worked harder in classes and on the athletic field, even though I graduated high school with a 4.0 gpa and was an Divison 1 recruit in football. I did not take advantage of the opportunities I had. High school prepares us for the future in more ways than we realize. We can not sit back and expect everything to just fall in place. Sometimes we have to go get what we want. However my life is not over and the best is yet to come. God will take care of me as long as I continue to entrust my faith in him.

First, I would tell myself to get a dedicated, determined mindset about perservering through the challenges of college. It will require lots of reading, test taking(sometimes online) and patience with not so pleasant classmates. Oh, you'll need to be proficient in Microsoft Office, creating 3-8 page papers in APA style and determination for getting group projects completed on time. It is helpful to use a day planner so that you can keep your assignments organized, plan ahead for tests and exams and keep up with school breaks and holidays. Finally, don't forget to schedule time for you- take time each week to do something for you. Exercise, eat balanced meals and stay in touch with family and friends. Most importantly, develop a support system, whether it's a like-minded classmate, a program advisor or a friend at church. It pays to have a cheerleading section or least someone who will tell you- "you're doing great! - keep up the good work!" or "hang in there- you can do it!"

If I could talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself to be actively involved in as many things as possible in college. I would tell myself to be careful who you trust because people are not as they seem. I would also tell myself not to bring so many things for the dorm room because dorm rooms are not very big; you will just end up having to take half of the stuff back home. I would let myself know that college is a whole lot of fun as long as you don't let yourself get caught up in all the drama. Something that makes college more enjoyable is if you don't party or drink and stay true to who you are . You are more likely to a acquire true friends and relationships if you are upfront and honest about your beliefs and opinions. You will have a wonderful experience as long as you are open to new experiences while still staying true to who you are.

Greensboro College has given me many valuable lessons. The college experience helped to be on my own and to achieve whatever goals I have. Even if there were things that I did not like about Greensboro College, this college has given me a number of valuable life lessons. For instance, I started to socialize more, find things out on my own, and solve any daily hassles that I might have had and so on. Therefore, it is very valuable to attend college not only for receiving degree but also for being prepared for a real life. I would encourage everyone who has the opportunity to attend college to do so. College has shaped lives of many people including me.

The advice I would give myself would be to make sure to listen very carefully to all instructions from the professors. Write down anything that may sound important even when it sounds off the wall. Many professors will mention a small tidbit and it will be a question on an exam. Other advice would be to make sure to make new friends. Many of the students met in college will be your friends for many years to come.

If I had the chance to go back to my senior year, I do believe I would have applied myself more than I did. I signed with a school early into my senior year, because I signed to play golf. Although I had already planned my future, I did not realize what was to come. I quickly started to slack off and my golf games and grades fell off miserably. I pretty much threw away two years of my life, between my senior year of high school and my freshman year of college. I now have turned everything around, and am currently making a 3.2 GPA as well as practicing more than I ever have before. I have learned from my mistakes that I made, and from here on out I know what it takes for me to succeed in not only school, but in my life as well.

I don't know that i'd give myself much advice, accept that i shold separate from my(at the time) boyfriend.

When I was in high school I thought that I knew everything and that no one could tell me a thing. And up until last year I thought that way too. Until I got myself into some situations that I couldn?t get myself out of alone did I really realize that I needed to listen to others around me and take others suggestions. If could go back to my high school self, I would tell myself to listen to the advice that your teachers and parents are trying to give you. Even though you think you can do everything on your own, you cannot and need some guidance. Although I would love to tell myself this now, I am glad that I know this knowledge now and am becoming more successful every single day.

Stick it out even though going to a community college wasn't what you wanted for yourself. In a couple years you can go to a nice school and not feel guilty about spending so much on your education. Being in debt is not a smart way to start your future so make sure that you actually save the money you are earning at that soul-crushing job you have.