Liberty University Top Questions

I would say to study hard. Life seems like fun and games while you are in High school, but in the College world it takes a lot of time and effort to complete your courses. If I could go back and prepare myself mentally for college i would, but life is not like that and you need to study and prepare when you can. Life throws you curve balls, but you have to try, try again.

If I could go back in time I would tell myself to get focused. I have always been a good student, but I did not always apply myself like I should have. I would explain how no one is here to hold my hand and keep me focused. I would also teach myself how to manage my time wisely. In highschool I could get away with waiting to cram for a test the night before. Although that still happens from time to time, it is not the best way. I would explain how studying a little at a time works much better than cramming. Another piece of advice I would give myself is that college is a chance to meet many new people and make connections. I would tell myself do not be shy when I get there and just go for it. College is a chance to be yourself. I would advise to make sure I knew who I really was and what I wanted out of life before arriving.

Knowing what I know from college life I would give myself advice in several areas. One are would be to do as much reasearch as possible. This means talking to alumni of the college and getting their take on what it was like to live there. Also, make as many college trips to the colleges that you like to see collgege life there for itself. Having a friendly college is a key to having a good time which can help a student do better. Another area would be about classes and teachers. If you know your major and can get to the campus, i would say to go and talk to the professers that would be teaching the classes. Having a good relationship with the teachers can help when you might having trouble in the class or even just with life on campus. The last area would be just to get involved in everything the school has to offer. This can help a student stay away form bad things that might surround the campus and keep a student out of trouble. Not only will it help with keeping a student out of trouble but it is also more fun.

I would tell myself to always stay on the ball and focus on the task at hand. Sometimes college can be a little destracting but now that you're in college, its up to you to assume bigger responsibilites and take control of what you need to do to succeed. Organize your time wisely and always pay attention to what needs to be done and how to do it. Now that you're an adult, you'll have to depend on yourself now. Parents aren't going to always be there for you to get you out of tough situations. Always think about what you're getting into whether its good or bad, and make your own decisions.

I would prepare myself for constant change, and enjoyable and yet draining days. I would tell mysef how fun college can be while staying responsible, so that i would be prepaired for enjoyment not just accademics. However to succeed and have fun i must stay accademically consistent by maintaing good grades. The most important i would tell myself is a good stern reminder of PROVERBS 4:23 "Keep your heart with all diligence, For out of it spring the issues of life. " And PROVERBS 16:9 " A man?s heart plans his way, But the LORD directs his steps. " These are so important in my life, and true life period, so i must keep strong to Gods guiding light (the word).

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would definitly tell myself to plan wisely. As a high school senior, I didn't realize how important it was to have a plan, and be self-disciplined. When you're in college there is no one to tell you to go to bed early, go to class on time, do your homework and manage your time wisely. You have to be self-disciplined and make yourself do whats right at all times. Always have a plan when you're on your own. Apply for scholarships, financial aid, and loans if needed, and make them your first priority to keep them. All of these have requirements to keep your rades up in order to keep them and falling behind will get your funds revoked. Also surround yourself with people who have the same goals as you. You can keep eachother focused and help eachother when needed.

Never give up. There have been times when I thought that I could not do a task. But in the end with much prayer and support from professors I made to finish line with flying colors. The work is indeed harder but also more rewarding. Remember you are doing something that you want to do and high school is not like that. High school is mandated by law college is not so the excitement level of doing and learning something that YOU want to learn and do is very exciting. Also you will be rewarded for all your hard work. As a homeschooler you do not think that people will honor you for all your hard work in your studies but in college that is not the case. In college I made the Dean's List for the first three semesters, or every semester, at LU and I was invited and inducted into the Alpha Lambda Delta honors society. So good work is rewarded and great work is honored. The teachers are there to help you and when your finished with college you will be ready to take on the world and life's challenges. Keep up the great work.

Do not panic Delaney, focus, you can do this. Listen very carefully because I have a ton of advice to give you. Okay Delaney, first of all when it comes to deadlines, do not procrastinate. Get all your stuff done early, because being a procrastinator is stressful, as well as foolish. Waiting until the last minute to finish applications and get your transcripts is a bad idea. Do not fret about the transition from high school to college though, it?s not as bad as it seems. And working hard to get through it is completely worthwhile. Oh, and you know how you hate all that high school drama? Well, good news Delaney, it somewhat goes away in college. Instead, look forward to a new type of independence, living parent free, that you?ll get to experience. Remember, always keep God as a life coach and guide, because anything is possible with Him. And college Delaney, it is filled with possibilities.

Dear Elizabeth, Hey! So, you're probably getting ready to drive to school about now (don't forget to check your gas). If it's close to the beginning of the year change your calculus class to AP Statistics, you'll need this for your major. Don't worry about taking psychology, the credit won't go though. Pay attention to what your teachers tell you about how college professors teach, they're right. When you get your job at Target, SAVE YOUR MONEY!!! I know Shenandoah is where you have your heart set right now, but be patient, pray, and God will lead you here to Liberty. When you pack up to leave, make sure that you take an extra highlighter and you don't need that extra orange bin you were thinking of bringing. Take as many pictures as you can of your friends because everyone was right, once you go to college, all your high school friends lose touch. Once you get to college, try your hardest, especially in anatomy; that will be your hardest subject. Finally, learn to love tea!! Love, Your Future Self

I think that I woud have told myself to weight the school not just based academically, but also the extra curricular activities and the region of where the school is located. I would have also looked at the diversity among the students, talked to more students both on campus and off campus, and definitely worked harder in high school!