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If I can go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself to study more, do scholarships, and stay motivated. I would tell myself to study more because it would pay off in the end. In high school I was focus on school work but didn’t really have a good study habit. I would go to class after school go to band practice then go home and do nothing. Now that I’m in college I wish I have had a stable study habit because managing homework and free time would have came easy to me. In high school I didn’t take doing scholarships serious. I use to do the scholarships when I felt like it and/or would not do them at all. I would tell myself to do more scholarships it is well worth the hard work and help you save money. As a senior in high school I was motivated to go to a four year college but as time went on I settle for a two year college. Looking back I would tell myself to stay motivated, believe in yourself, and the sky is the limit.

I would say when get ready for college have a definite plan. Do different activities so that you know what makes you happen and know what you want to be going into college so that you know what you want to major in because college courses are easy or cheap and you dont want to take courses that you later dont need and end up having to take other classes you need and you waste time and money. Also, know everything about the school before you get there. KNOW THE COST, KNOW THE PEOPLE IN THE OFFICE, KNOW THE CLUB/TEAMS, EVERYTHING YOU PLAN TO BE INVOLVED IN DURING YOUR COLLEGE LIFE. Be prepared and go in being active and involved in a variety of things so you get to know people and so you start your own network of people for your future investments.

If I were able to go back and talk to myself in high school I would advise myself to work harder and focus more academically rather than socially. I would also tell myself to choose Lancaster Bible College over Eastern Mennonite University instead of transferring. Going to college is a big life change and it is difficult but it is worth it. College is a time where you get to find yourself and become the person that you want to be. You can grow and mature but it is also a time to learn, college is about academics. Sports are a lot of fun but you need to remember that your career will not be soccer so it is vital that you take time for your school work. It’s not easy, and sometimes you will wonder if you were cutout for it but you can succeed. There will be people around you to help you, teachers that truly care about you and your well-being. Take the time to ask questions and learn as much as you can.

TO STAY FOCUSED, ACHIEVE THE HIGHEST GRADES.

Be focused. Dont take being in college for granted. Always go to class and pay attention. Keep your GPA high.

Hey, I know you think you're ready for college. Yeah, it's something different and you can spread your wings. You're right! I'm not doubting you there. You're going to have that chance to show the world who you're made of, gain friends who are willing to stick it out through the end, and make connections with people you never thought you were capable of even talking to. Yet, I want you to know these ideas because I don't want you to mess up. I want you to be better than me the first time around. Stay focused. The devil is going to give you so many diversions and distractions. Stay on the road of righteousness and on your acadmemic prowess. Don't stray from your goals. If you're going to get a job, get one close to campus. When you're friends act crazy, love them back hard anyway. Don't let boys corrupt you with their games and behind-the-scene thoughts. Oh, yeah, and above all stay true to yourself and what you believe in. I love you girl. Know that. I truly love you and God loves you, too.

My advice would be to submit as many scholarship applications as possible and volunteer in your field of study. Find out as much as possible about the schools you are applying for and the history\background about the state that there in. Go on college road trips to visit the schools of your choice. Meet all deadlines for applications (eg..Financial aid, scholarships, admittance) Be active in your community (letters of recommendations are helpful.)

It’s funny when I was in high school and adults would talk to me I would hear what they were saying but I wouldn’t really be listening. If I could advise myself about college life and making the transition, I would simply tell myself work hard because it pays off. Not only does working hard pay off but you don’t want to spend countless time attending college when you could be focusing on your career. I would tell myself “Listen College is the most rewarding and liberating experiences you will ever undergo throughout your life, live it.” To sum it up I would tell myself “Jessica wake up!” This is the time you are able to make mistakes figure out who you are, but you need to do well in school because when you take school seriously, people take you seriously. College is scary and exciting and you’re going to meet people you can experience that with. College is a place of experience, learning, failing, and meeting people. College isn’t high school it’s an institute of responsibility, yes it seems scary, but you’re ready for it, so take it head on.

Knowing what I know now, I would definitely have taken more UHS (university in High School) classes, I would have done IB when it was suggested to me, I would have still gone to the community college I attended but I would not have taken the same classes, I would have first looked at the classes offered at Saint Rose and made matches to the Community college classes, so I would have a general idea of what I could transfer in or not. I would also have already looked into places in my field of interest to get a job or internship in. Other than trying to be a little bit more prepared and trying to get ahead and stay ahead, I think I did a pretty good job with the transition.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would have a sit-down talk about college life and the transition from school in NY and college out of state. I would explain how important writing essays are because that is the main way of applying for scholarships. I would remind young Danielle not to trust everyone; go with her gut feeling so she will have less regrets. I would tell her to keep her priorities in order. I’d convince her she needs to become her advisors closest advisee so that she has more of a chance to graduate on time with as many opportunities as possible. In the summer before attending school, I’d let her know she needs to write up a few resumes and make sure the school’s career center has it on file as soon as possible. I’d probably tell her a few other personal things because I have seen what she has to go through to get to her dreams. But, even though as a college student I’ve made mistakes, I don’t think I’d tell her to change too much.