Kent State University at Kent Top Questions

Knowing what i know now, i would have done things differently. i would tell myself one very important piece of advice that would have saved myself a lot of trouble. That is to NEVER procrastinate. There is so much more to preparing for college then what you initially think. Financial aid, finding a suitable major, and especially getting applied on time. These things all have seperate processes that take time. When i was in high school, i thought to myself, "i'll do it eventually. I have time." That time i had quickly disappeared as i kept telling myself the same thing day by day. Looking back, had i done it earlier, i wouldn't have missed the application deadline, and would nearly have a semester of school already finished. On top of being there, getting scholarships and other forms of finacial aid applied for early gives you a better chance of aquiring that extra funding that most people need to afford the education they desire. The sooner you do what needs to be done, the smoother your experience will be. Thats why i would tell myself not to procrastinate.

Learn to like black coffee. When I was a senior I would go to Caribou every morning. I also had a job at that time. I wish I had not only saved money, but also acquired taste for black, not as flavorful or carb-filled coffee. I never realized how tight money would actually be and that the first thing I would have to cut out of my budget was my beloved peppermint mocha. With the papers, speeches, weekly design projects, sleep is lacking and coffee is necessary to make it to that morning class. But instead of thriving off caffeine I fight to keep my eyes open because it’s hard for me to choke down the less flavorful black abyss that’s in my cup every morning. So, senior self, it would’ve benefited us both if you just stopped being so partial to the designer coffee and gone for the regular cup of Joe.

Although you will find yourself bogged down in paper after paper, assignment after assignment, take a few minutes to look up and breathe every once in a while so that you can keep your ultimate goals in place. Do not let the short term burn you out. In just a couple years, you will be able to look around and say, "Hey! I finished college! I survived!" Life is meant to be enjoyed and I hope you will be able to do just that over the next couple years even though they are sure to be filled with an overabundance of stress and deadlines. This is a learning experience for the rest of your life, do not become a drone, but just do your best and the future will take care of itself.

Overall, you made some great decisions throughout high school. Choosing to be a part of the Post-Secondary Enrollment Option was a great idea, and those 28 credits you graduated with helped a lot in the first year of college. The one thing I could say that would have made a big difference is to STUDY. I know you tried really hard in all of your PSEOP classes and managed to get by with A's and B's (and that one C), but if you would have spent a little more time finishing your work and checking it over instead of being so involved in other school organizations you could have received a higher GPA. You might have even been able to receive a higher score on your ACT making you eligible for more scholarships. As the year comes to an end and you get more and more eager to graduate all I can tell you is to try your best and work hard because those high school grades really do matter and they will help you out in the long run.

My advice will be to study, study, study. In preparing for college, I can't say enough about how important it is to study. Also, you will need to make sure that you go to classes. Some of the exams are from things that was mentioned in class that you will not be able to find in the books. Another things is make sure that you are able to separate your studies for pleasure. Even though it may seem like to don't have time for pleasure, you are their to study. Fun and games can come later, once you make sure all of the above is handled first. Lastly, try your hardest to make the best grades that you can. With the high cost of attending college, you will have a chance to apply for scholarships that will hopefully allow you to continue on your journey to your career!

If I were to go back in time and talk to myself I would tell myself to study more. Also to take more challenging classes. You need to take these challenging courses because they are more like college classes. It will really help with the trasition from being a high school student and a college student. Taking classes at the local communtiy college during the summer would have been really beneficial too. Also to become more social. In high school, I had friends, but I never really went out of my way to talk to people or make new friends. The first few weeks of college is all about meeting new people and making new friends. So for someone who was not accustomed to putting themselves out there, it can be kind of awkward.

Hey there Jacqueline, I just want to tell you that you have to relax during senior year, don't freak out about scholarships or the college you want to go to, take it easy. You will get scholarship that will help you pay for college. Jacqueline I know you really want to go to UAA but instead you will be attending Kodiak College for a year which is so much cheaper! You will just be doing your general requirements and then you will go to UAA. You have to have some fun, and stop stressing out it's bad for you. Go get yourself a manicure and pedicure. Work hard in school and never give up! -Much Love, Your future self :D

i would tell myself to stay away from smoking cigarettes. i would tell myself to study extremly hard because even though you are going into the United states Marine Corps you will decide that you need to go to college and your Gpa Will be held against you. I know that some things may seem very hard right now but even though you come from a Very poor area with Hard work and determination you will accomplish it. I understand that some things you will struggle with but in the long run it will be worth it. Keep your mind strong and your feelings in check and you will succeed.

Right now, you think you know what you want to do with your life, and going to college will keep you from following your dreams. For the moment, that might be true, but you will regret it when your dreams change and you don't have a degree. So, now that I have you convinced to stick with college the first time around, here are a few tips. My first bit of advice is to take advantage of every opportunity the school offers, whether it's for extra credit or a chance to study abroad. While you are in college, you have the unique chance to discover who you are and expand your horizons. The university will offer many favorable circumstances to achieve both and it is up to you to recognize those occasions and seize the moment. Additionally, go to class, get to know your professors and open yourself to meeting new people; especially in your major. Networking is key in the working world and for job opportunities. Also, knowing the faculty and your cohorts can make your college experience more interesting, rewarding and fun.

1. Learn as much knowledge as possible, for example, the maths, physics and chemistry. 2. Have more working experice. 3. Learn how to study by yourself. 4. Learn how to tolerate lonely. 5. Learn how to adjust yourself to a total new environment.