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I went a semester to college, withdrew, and found out the hard way that I definantely don't want to make pizzas every day for the rest of my life.

Knowledge and experience. A will to continue education throughout life.

I've learned so much in my first year of college. I've learned to become a responsible adult by understanding the meanings of my actions, to be as academically successful as possible, and to become more open to diversity and change. It's hard to choose just a few things to write about because, in my opinion, I've learned so incredibly much that I feel that I am a completely different person. Attending Indiana University of Pennslvania has opened my eyes to new and excited opportunities that I had never dreamt of before. I have come to realize that being who I truly am and growing as a person is the most important part of life. Becoming a rounded person in all aspects is what life is all about. Learning about myself and about others is the most valuable part of my experience here at IUP. I wouldn't trade it for the world because without it, I wouldn't be the person I am today.

how to be on your own.

There are several things that I would want to tell my high school self. The first thing is that you can't be afraid of going away from home. So many people are afraid to go a few hours from home but I'm 7 hours away from my family. My family and I are very close but the distance has helped me to be able grow away from the setting I grew up in. It's important to think of college as an adventure and it should be addressed with confidence. Don't be afraid to go out into the world and show people that you are capable of doing anything you set your mind to. Don't think of any goal as unreachable, any mountain too high. Also, don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. I was shy when I was younger but after I came to college I realized that I was actually a social butterfly if I just acted confidently. Don't be afraid to make new friends. This is true when you first come to college and even after you pass your freshman year.

It is important to make yourself at home while at college. Bring your favorite books, posters, small knickknacks, stuffed animals, pictures to hang, and just reminders of home, friends, family, and where you once were. I aids in the transition from high school to college and allows you to feel more at home. It is also important to communicate with your perspective roommate to know what they like, what you have in common, who should be in charge of bringing the microwave, and so on. Also, when you do move in and meet your new roommate, have a thoughtful sit-down and discuss things that bother you, boundries, weekend visitors, cleanliness, borrowing items, sleeping schedules, etc. This allows you to be more acquanted with each other and makes living with a stranger more easily. Also, stock up on tablets, notecards, pencils, and toiletries: they go quickly. Saving and acquiring money is the best advice to give because student loans add up. My advice would be to get job(s) during high school and save every penny you can.

The advice that I would give myself is try your best through college. There are going to be a lot of fun times but there are also going to be a lot of times where you must work very hard. Also, try and save some money during the time just in case you need it in the future, do not buy things that are not necessary. Try and get involved with as many activities as you can to make new friends and relationships that will last. Most importantly, if you feel like you are feeling behind in any courses, go ask your professor for help or even attend tutoring sessions with other students or professors. Everyone is willing to help, but if you do not ask they won't know you are in need of attention. Enjoy yourself, have fun, be involved, study hard, don't give up, and TRY YOUR BEST!

If I could go back in time, there is a lot of advice I would give myself. The first advice I would give myself would be don't take time for granted. Don't wait until the last minute to get things done because colleges is already stressful enough. Also just because your friends are doing things, doesn't mean that you have to. Sure parties are fun but in four years I doubt that potential employers could care less how much you can drink. Make sure that you have your priorities set. Don't be afriad to ask for help. Participate in extra cirricular activities so you can meet new friends. The work load is harder and a lot more is expected out of you. Teachers are willing to help but unlike high school, they are not going to spoon feed you and give you the answers. To be successful in college, just study hard, make friends who bring out the good in you, and get your priorities straight. What may be a dream now, if four years, will be a reality.

If I was able to travel back into time and give my self advice when I was a high school senior. I would tell myself "hey Felipe i have something to tell you, once you get out of high school, you get your butt into college as fast as you can. trust me you dont want to have a beautiful baby girl that your gonna make come so early. You get your self an education first, and a carrer second. Dont you want to be able to give your daughter a better child hood and better life then you had? Yes? Then dont let 3 years pass by and your I.Q drop. Get into college right when you get out of high school. Trust me. "

The advice I would give myself as a high school senior about to begin college would be to make sure you're prepared to study harder than you ever had to in high school. Just because in high school you could pass tests and classes without opening a book at all does not mean it's the same at college. Also, learn how to manage your time efficently. There is going to be so much to do and so little time to get it all done without going crazy and losing hours of sleep and social time.