Hinds Community College Top Questions

If I had the chance to go back in time and advise myself on what steps to take next, I think I would definitely advise myself to take advantage of all of the scholarship oportunities available. Once the process of beginning college is started, it becomes most important that everything from academics to financial aid is taken care of and used in the best way necessary. Also aside from the financial aid aspect, I would encourage myself to be more driven and hard working. Since I've been in college, I've learned these important characteristics the hard way but now that I have them, they will never be taken away because I understand now that this is my future life that I'm working towards and if I don't take advantage of the opportunities at hand then I can't blame anyone but myself.

If i were to give my high school self advice on college it would be to not get distracted. Many things that are thought to be distractions in high school are magnified in college and the quantity is doubled.

If I could go back in time and give my high school senior self advice dealing with my college career, I would tell myself to take a step back and choose a major that will make you happy for the rest of your life. Deciding a major based on annual income is the worst thing you can do to yourself. Money can not buy happiness. I would also tell myself that getting involved with extracurricular activities is one of the best choices you can make. Being involved with a sport or club gets you motivated and pushes you to want to succeed in all curricular fields. College by no means is a breeze so you must work hard, stay determined, make friends(because chances are that they'll last a lifetime), and laugh as much as possible. These are the years that you will never forget so don't take them for granted.

If I could go back in time to take to myself as a high school student. I would tell myself to buckle down harded. To fouse more in class and to take things more serious.

Don't screw around. Take the education process seriously.

Be excited about your future. You have a lot going for you, so make the most of what God brings your way. Any school you go to, you can have a great experience if you have the right attitude. Be thankful that you are able to get an education. Make sure to study hard and make time for homework. Do not let others around you that make bad choices influence you. You are in College to pursue an education and earn a degree, not to just have fun. Do your best and earn the highest grades you can, but at the same time weigh your time. Studying is not the most important thing in life during college. You have to balance your other priorities too. Be responsible and listen to your teachers and parents. Still make time for you family and friends. Work hard and enjoy college!

If I had that ability I would prepare myself for many changes that would be occuring. I would tell myself that studying is just as important as attending class and that making lifelong friendships and memories is also an important part of college. I definitely wouldn't change my mind about the college I am attending. I love Hinds Community College, and the faculty and staff I get to work with and see everyday. I probably would tell myself not to stress over the little things that really don't matter. God will always get me through everything. I know I would tell myself to be on the computer EVERYDAY on this website trying to get more scholarships! My mom always told me I should've done that, but I didn't listen. College is everything I would ever have hoped it would be. Maybe if I could go back in time, it would be even greater!

I would apply early in my high school career for the college "dual enrollment" program. I would take as many classes as possible as a college student while in high school. I would also take as a greater number of science and math courses. Friends, cars, after school jobs are only temporary. Knowledge is forever. Learn everything that you can to better your like. Spend free time serving others through volunteer work. Keep your spiritual life strong by attending church and church activities regularly, praying, and serving others. Finally, do not try to take short cuts. Do not take teachers simply because it is rumored that they may be earsier. The focus is to succeed through knowledge and hard work. The goeal should not just be to get a grade.

Always be open to exploring new things. There is so much out there to try to stay focused on just one thing. Never deny yourself of having a little fun, because if you are all about your work all the time then you will easily get burned out. Keep your eye on the prize (your bright future), because if you don't you will easily lose sight of what the prize really is. Whatever your career decision is, let it be your decision and not anybody else's. If you base your future on the dreams that others have for you, you will never truly be happy. Your job is where you will spend most of your time and if you are not happy, then other parts of your life will fall apart.

Knowing what I know now about college, I would tell myself to stay focused and do not steer away from the main reason why you are here. There a lot of people out there willing to distract you from your goals. Also, make sure that you go to class every day and do your homework because not all instructors are willing to allow you to make up work that you have missed or work that you forgot. Do your best in all classes so you will be able to receive the best grades possible because end the end, every point counts when it comes down to your GPA. Be on time for all of your classes as well and be prepared with all class materials.