Kent State University at Kent Top Questions

"Take a math class! Your guidance couselors were wrong when they told you that you didn't need a math class. Also, scholarships go away quickly. So apply for scholarships early. You are going to meet so many new people, but do not be too shy to talk to people. Those people will make your college experience an amazing one. Your first semester, please do not take your classes lightly. That work load will creep up on you and you will be so suprised at what all you have to complete in a night. Get as involved as you can because you are paying for these classes and resources. Love your campus, and embrace it."

Please stay focused and do the best you can do. Do not now or ever let your personal life circumstances stand in your way of reaching your maximum potential. There are people out there who are willing to help aid you along the way. Now is the time to think about your future! There is no time to waste. You have an opportunity some only dream of and the intellect that some only imagine of. The hard work you put in now will pay off later trust me. When applying to colleges put your best foot forward and do so eliquently. When you begin your first semester at college, stay focused and dont worry about the parties they will always be there you arent missing a thing! Have fun but work hard and you will make all your dreams come true!

If I could go back in time to my high school self there would be a lot i would want to inform myself about college life and transitioning. For one, i would tell myself to take applying for scholarships more seriously because paying for college is no joke. its very expensive. Second and most inportantly i would tell myself that getting out, getting involved and meeting new people is very crucial to make your time at college memorable but to always stay true to yourself. and lastly i would tell myself to not go home as much. missing your parents are going to be hard but its time to take baby steps towards growing up.

To just go for it. I held myself back my senio r year because I wasn't ready for the adult world of responsibilities. I wish so much that I had went to school when I was younger. I want to go back and remind my younger self that education is a person's greatest treasure.

If I could tell my high school self then what I know now, that going to a college type settings is not as hard as it seem. Now that I'm in school all of the fear that I had back then are not as bad as it seems. I didn’t know if I could keep with the people in my class, but I am a fighter and I am willing to learn, all that I can in order to make the grade, that will help me to get my certification in MBC, that will make my future in the job world look a lot brighter, and a lot more happy for me. I feel that making the decision to go back to a college type school was the best thing that I could have done for myself and I know in my heart, that I have made the right choice. So I would tell my past self that all the doubts that I had about furthering my education are normal, but not to let it be a fear, and to pursue gaining all the knowledge that I can in helping me to further my education.

Sheronda Greenwood Knowing what I know now about college, making the transition is asking myself what do I want in life? But first I would say that my priority was to learn what the options were. What I needed to do was discover what I like. I had to work on things that interested me and increase my options. I always told myself back in high school that HARD means worry. If your not worrying that something you’re making will come out badly, or that you wont be able to understand something your studying, then it’s not hard enough. head is not to hunt for big ideas, but to put in a lot of time on work that interests you and in the process keep your mind open enough that a big idea can take roost. If knowing back in high school that the medical field would be in such high demand now, I would have made a lot of changes in my life and maybe already in my career path to success. One of my most important desire is to be better than other people in what I do. Success have always been my goal in life.

Taking My Own Advice My name is Teiana Whitehead, you in 18 years. Whatever your passion is now, trust me, in the future there’s a way to become financially successful doing just that. First it’s best to have some idea of a major field of study, and what type of college you’re interested in. Next, you should meet with your high school counselor at the beginning of the school year to determine the prerequisites the college requires for admissions. Join some peer groups, or volunteer in some community services, which would really look good on your college application. Not only will it look good but it could be your free ticket in, with scholarships and grant. I know that sounds like a little extra work, but I know from experience it’s a lot more exciting than writing essays (laughing). Again, I will tell you the most important way to succeed in life and to have a career doing what you love to do is to go to college! Go ahead and have a great time in high school and please don’t skip your Government class. College is our key! Love you! Sincerely, You

Dear Shirelle Looking back on what I know now I would tell myself to research every degree I would research any and every field that I was interested in. I would tell myself to pick the top three. By research I mean to see what the best school to go to is. Making sure the school is credited. Also to see what was in demand job wise at the time. Research the pay for those felids even in other states. Also I would tell myself that once I started to school that I make sure that I finished no matter what, making sure that I keep my mind focus on the task at hand, and not to be worried about boys and which thankfully I wasn’t. I would also tell myself to think that the money you were would be making at the time was real money. Pretty much just to stay in school no matter what because going in and out of school cost money and takes up time. I would also tell myself that college in not going to be easy and it’s no joke. Thats the kind of advise I would give myself.

I would tell myself to stop goofing around and start taking school seriously. Life does not hand you opportunities, and the only person you can truely count on is yourself. Friends will make promises, and not follow through. You should open your mouth and tell the guidance counselor that you want to work in the radio industry. Find a good school, and focus on your work. I learned from a phenomenal 1st Sgt. in the Army that it's much simpler to just do the right thing. He was right, and the best thing you can do is invest in your future by staying in school. If you don't you will be stuck in menial jobs that have no possibilities. Don't ever move into a house with a group of your frinds. It's a bad idea. Find someone you trust and get an apartment together. You will save yourself from a lot of arguements. And most importantly, stop spending money like it grows on trees. Life won't kick you in the teeth as much, and you will be able to enjoy it more.

Keep your head up. I know times can be hard and sometimes you feel like quiting but trust me time will make it all better. Do not worry about finances your parents have that under control, do not worry about being grown up you are still a teenager. You have your whole life ahead of you so do not try to live it all in high school. Make great friends and even better memories. Make sure you do all your homework, listen to your teachers and try your hardest. College is wonderful although it is more intense than high school you just have to remember who you are and that you are not suppose to compromise that. College will be exciting at first with all the freedom you will try to rebel but don't keep yourself on the right track with the right people. Make friends with similar values to you. Oh and finally take GREAT notes that will help you the most when transitioning to college.