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If I could go back and encounter myself as a high school senior, I would be going back to look at a girl who was confused, determined and scared about her future, afraid that it might not offer as much promise as she hoped it would. The best piece of advice I could give her would be not to worry. A huge thing that I've learned from college is that if you are openminded and optimistic, things have a way of working themselves out. I would tell her to study hard, because near perfect grades in high school don't necessarily equate with a 4.0 in college. I would tell her to be excited, because college will teach her things about herself and about other people that will show her the amazing potential of human beings to become something incredible. I would tell her to take the next year seriously, because the longer you are in college the more you realize that an education really is the key to being able to do anything you want in life. I would tell her to smile and relax, because she's about to experience the best years of her life.

There are plenty of things I would tell myself as a high school senior if I was able to go back in time. The first and most important of these things would be to take the math class that I refused to take since I said I would "never major in anything that was going to require math". I made a huge mistake by not considering all options for a college major; I never thought I would change my mind so drastically! If I could let my high school self know this, I would have a much easier time in my Pre-Medicine classes.

I would tell my high school self to spend as much time with my friends as possible. The transition to college has made me realize that the people that have shaped and affected my life in the greatest ways were the ones that were in my life for the shortest amount of time. I would tell him that all of his friends are going to go on to do great things, and that he's not getting left behind because he's going to do things that are just as spectacular, and there's always a chance that he'll run into them somewhere later in life.

Dear High School Amanda, I know that graduation is coming on fast and you are counting down the days to get out of high school. Looking back, I have one piece of advice for you, STOP! Enjoy the sameness while you can, even though it can be boring at times. Enjoy the high school routine, sitting with the same close group of friends at lunch every day, never spending more than a class period apart from your best friends, and when you're out of school, only having them a ten minute drive away. Stress less and take a moment to appreciate what will soon be gone. Take too many pictures, laugh too much, do stupid things with the people you love the most, because in a few months they will be miles away and those moments will only happen every so often. Make memories, they will get you through any sad or lonely moment. Cherish the sameness that you have both loved and hated, it will be gone soon enough, and you can't get it back. Love, College Amanda

I would advise myself to take up all the opportunities given to me. I've been busy and active in the student media here at Kent and have taken advantage of the great oppurtunities to shine and exercise my writing. I would also tell myself that I should stay on campus more often the first year, and not be too shy to go out and branch out to new groups of friends--I held myself back my freshman year!

Apply for more scholorships and save more money. It will help relieve some stress about paying tuition and make your time more enjoyable.

Go into college with an open mind towards new cultures, experiences and personalities. Have confidence in yourself and stand for what you believe in. Become involved in many campus activities and don't be scared to try new things. Study hard to achieve your goals and never give up on yourself.

College is much different than high school. You can no longer put off doing your homework or studying. You think you can get away with not studying before a test, but college makes that impossible. I study for hours before each test now to make sure I get a good grade. Its also important to go that extra mile. You are now in classes that relate to your future, it is important to know as much as possible about the job you are going into, so make sure you are participating! While high school was very close-knit, you will now have to work a little harder to make friends on campus. So try to volunteer for campus activities during your free time. Another thing that is important is to know what you want out of this upcoming experience. You have spent a lot of time trying to decide what career you want to go into and while exploring the options is fun, it is also expensive. Try to work on figuring out what you want to do with your life. But most importantly of all, college can be a great experience. So relax and allow yourself to have fun!

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to keep working hard. Keep your grades up, and attend school every day, unless you absolutely cannot. Visit colleges and apply to the ones that you like best. Stay focused and do not be afraid to ask questions!

If I could go back in my high school years, then I would advice myself to focus on the studies more than anything else. High school grades are really important to get into better universities. Better high school grades can get you better offers from the univerisities including scholarships. I would also advice mylsef to choose the college not by its outlook or by how big it is. Choose the college by its quality of education and by the things it has to offer to you to make you even brighter and smarter person. While choosing the college, don't be lazy and just make a randon choice. Go through the college websites and actually know what kind of college it is. If possible, go visit the college in person and talk to the college representatives or advisors so that you can have the better knowledge about the college. Also know where your college stands in your desired major and get as much information as you can get about your college, because once you get it the college, all those infomation comes to be really useful to shape up your career. Laslty, appy to the college as early as possible.