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I would have told myself that having to transfer colleges is not the end of the world. I transferred as a freshman from a school in NH to Keene State College. I considered having to transfer as being some sort of self failure. Transferring colleges was one of the best things I ever did. I hated my last school and was miserable there. However, I am loving my current college. I would also tell myself to be more open about what kind of college I wanted. I thought that I wanted a very small school that was at least 2-3 hours from home. The school ended up being too small and too far from home. My current college is 3 times the size of the school that I would have chosent as a highschool senior, it is also only 1.5 hours from home, and I can now visit home more often without it costing me so much. Lastly, I would have told myself not to worry about doing well (grade wise). I am doing very well and highschool helped a lot with that. I never stopped working hard and I am now reaping the benefits.

I would have advised not going to junior college. The JC I chose was for those with a specific career in mind - I wasn't sure yet. I would have expanded my search further, taken advantage of some private schools that have more financial aid available.

I would tell myself that it is okay to not know what you may or may not want to do for the rest of your life. Find something that you are pationate about and stick to it. Engulf yourself in as much material as you can, and try taking classes on subjects that you might find interesting. Find a mentor, or someone older to help you in making decisions, and learn as much as you can. Pay attention to what your mentors and parents preech to you, and realize they may be right. Realize that nothing is impossible, everything can be obtainable, you just have to work very hard and not give up. Life is not a sprint, you have to work hard, and play hard. Listen to yourself, and focus on YOU and what YOU want out of life. Set goals for yourself, both short and long. Be spontanious, have courage, and most of all have faith in youself that you can become what ever it is that you desire. Realize that if you want something, you have to go after it, no one is going to get it for you, but you.

Going back in time, high school was a grand time, friends, extra activities and lots of free time, but if I could talk myself into doing something more, it would have been to push myself harder and get involved in Honor in AP classes. Although I might not have gotten all A?s it would have prepared me more for college courses, and expectations. I was a great student ranked 155 out of 700 +, but looking back that was not good enough, I could have done better! I would have tried to stay on top of all classes and focused more in subjects I needed extra help in. Although you cannot go back in time, I do warn and discuss my feelings with my younger brother and friends still in high school on how important it is to do well in high school and dream big, don?t settle for the easy! Succeed with pride!

If I were to go back in time and speak to myself as a senior in high school I would tell myself to relax. I spent my senior year pretty stressed out about whether or not I made the right decision in coming to Keene State College. Now that I have arrived and spent my whole freshman year here I have decided I am very happy attending college here. I would reassure myself that going to a school that all your friends from high school were not going to will only help me, not only to learn more about the school itself but also in making new friends and broadening my social life outside the walls of high school. Overall I believe I made the right decision in coming to this school and I would let myself know that in order to stay optimistic and excited during the brutally long last few months of my senior year.

I shall give a unique twist in the answer to this question: I wouldn't give myself any advice because I was already well-prepared for the transition to college and knew what to expect. I am a very adaptive person and am not affected by what many others may consider a big change in their lives. New environments become familiar to me very quickly - perhaps a window of time as little as a few days. My answer may lack verbosity but it is the most honest and accurate I can provide.

Hello Kelley, I have some advice for you about transitioning smoothly into Keene State College. First of all, the key to a happy first term is not to worry about meeting people and making good friends immediately. That will all fall into place over time in a natural, easygoing way. You know what type of person you are, you are quiet and cautious. Just be you and you will make friends slowly and naturally as the year goes on. In addition, because you will be a commuter student, plan to arrive at school at least a half an hour early. That will prevent you from panicking when there is no parking places open in the nearby commuter lot. Parking will be a problem at college but it will get better as the term moves on. Plan ahead so you are not stressed out about arriving to class late. Lastly, join clubs or activities that interest you. You will find that you enjoy the fitness classes offered at the gym greatly. They will give you exercise, which will relax you and also help you meet new people. I know that with these few tips you will enjoy college grea

Entering my first year of college I felt fortunate enough to be accepted into a college institution. I was recruited as a college basketball player. I was very focused on doing well in my academics and basketball but neglected the variety of club activities the the college provided. Although my grades were above satisfactory, recieving a 3.6 GPA my first semester of college, I should have put forth a greater effort in the search for campus clubs and organizations that relate to my personal interests as well as helping the community. The advice that I would give myself as a high school senior is to search for as many ways as possible to get involved on campus. In doing so one would gain many connections and experiences building a solid resume and overall life skills. As a community service club President, multicultural event student organizer, student center staff employee, a Resident Assistant in a (first year resident hall), and a student athlete, I have gained many connections and experiences that will last me a lifetime. Gaining these connections and work experiences will benefit anyone in thier prepartion for thier career and personal goals.

i would tell myself to make sure i take school serious because when i get to the next level of education its alot different. the work load is different and its all about how you manage your time. Professors really want you to succeed and the fact you are paying alot of money for school you have more pressure to succeed.

don't drop out and take advantage of the opportunities available to students planning to attend college so you can get out of college with managable debt.