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Knowing what I know now about college life and making the transition, I would advise to be more outgoing. College is a very hard transition to make, and I could not imagine how hard it would be doing it alone. Therefore if you have a shy or more reserved personality, I would recommend to break out of your shell a little. I wasn't the only one that felt alone and nervous at first, a lot of other freshmen felt the same way. By reaching out to people and trying to make friends, it makes the transition to college a lot easier. It is nice to have people to eat with, to study with, and to just hang around with. The people here at Michigan Stae are really nice individuals, so it is easy to make new friends. Knowing what I know now, I would have been a little more outgoing.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself not to stress so much about leaving old friends behind. I know now that they will still be there when I go back and it is more important to focus on making new friendships with people at college. Otherwise, you miss out on all of the new people you can meet as well as all of the great connections you can make. I would also tell myself that everything I had done up to that point had fully prepared me to take on college and that I should not be worried for what was to come. Academically and socially, I would be just fine. Also, I would make sure to remind myself to have some fun.

I would tell myself to take my high school career more seriously. Study more and ask for help whenever possible. I was embarrassed to ask for help and because of this I know that I did not do as well as I could have. Never be afraid to ask for help. There are people there to help you and want to help you and you must take advantage of that in order to do well in the future.

Going into Michigan State I was not sure exactly what to expect, but after my first semester I realized that it college is more than just school it is a way of life for anybody that expects to succeed. So far in college I have gained proper knowledge and life skills needed for me to succeed on my own as well as an education. It is valuable to attend college because the skills that are available and that you will come out with. College is a life changing experience, an experience that everybody should take a part in, it is an experience that typically produces more productive and efficient community members, it is an experience that is worth all the money that people usually spend. College is more than the next level of schooling it is what is required in order to succeed. College is a must and that is why it is so valuable to attend.

I am the first in my family to attend a University. As much an honor its to accomplish, it is a heavy burden. The future of my entire rests on my shoulders and the weight of that alone is heavier on my body then any grueling day out in the fields. All our lives that’s all we knew, waking at dawn, work in the dirt, mud, and heat of the afternoon sun hard labor was our education. Entering into a University I was exposed to vast amounts of information that I desperately wish I could share with my family. Yet I can’t, I’m too far and cannot go back, no matter how much help they may need. Coming to this University has given me the tools to pull my entire family line out of the fields. To lead the younger ones, like my brother to an education by being the lead example. Attending my University has given me experience and knowledge to lead a better life when I’m done with my major. But most importantly just attending has handed me the tools to pull the rescue line and bring my family out of the dirt.

When I came to Michigan State, I had big dreams of making a difference in the world, but I had no clue how I was going to do that. Michigan State helped me discover my passion. As a freshman I was given the opportunity to get involved in research, working directly with a faculty member. The study I participated in examined the effects of domestic violence on mothers and their children. Through working with the kids, I realized that I wanted to be an advocate for the rights of women and children. Whether I go on to practice clinical psychology or attend law school, I want to help these disadvantaged people live the lives they deserve. Without the opportunities presented to me through the Honors College at Michigan State, I would still be lost and unfocused. Now, I have specific life goals that I cannot wait to make reality, along with a social support system of friends and faculty that also want to see me succeed. My college experience has so far been invaluable, and I cannot wait to see what else is in store for me there.

My college experiance has helped me grow into a valuable member of society. Before college I had never really done anything on or for myself. Because of college I moved out of my parents home and worked in order to support myself. I'm hoping to return and continue to improve myself and keep growing. Independence is an important part of my life, and college was a great stepping stone to achieve it. I'm going back to college to give myself more freedom, and the ability to conquer the workforce and make myself happy.

As a Junior at Michigan State Univeristy, I can not believe I only have a year and a half left! The time has absolutely flown by and I wish I could make the next year and a half slow down. These past two and a half years have been phenomenal. I have learned so much not only through the courses for my major but also from other university classses as well as the people I have met on campus. The people at Michigan State have absolutely changed my life for the better. I have made life long friends, had once in a life time experiences, been able to travel the world through study abroad, take part in an amazing internship, and be a leader in my on and off campus community. Michigan State is in a league of its own and I am proud to attend this fabulous University. Go Green! Go White!

Attending Michigan State University has allowed be to gain more knowledge and wisdom about the world. I am able to meet new and exciting people that have different religious, racial, and ethnic backgrounds. I have matured greatly throughout the years because of Michigan State. The teachers are very intelligent and knowledgeable in their specific fields and they have greatly helped me understand the course and the material. Through the University's labs, study rooms, and other electronic devices I am able to develop my mind and be more resourceful. Michigan State is an excellent university to attend, and I feel that any student who decides to go there will be greatly rewarded in the end.

A community is exactly what Michigan State University is; it is a place where instead of hearing about students helping, you actually expercience everyday firsthand. After completling my third semester at MSU, I can say I have created a whole new social life while retaining the old, and learning how to balance work. With the pressure of time constantly running in our lifes, the professors here have helped steer me toward the major of psychology and working to get into graduate school for Industrial/Organizational Psychology. I have had two professors that have made large impacts on my life. As both have said, now is the time to see the world, you might not get another chance. so thats what I have decided to do. With their inspiring words and encouragement I have made the decision to study abroad next year in Canterbury, UK. With the inspiration of my professors, I have become more confident working to find opportunities outside of school that will better my career and future. I have changed for the good since highschool and I can't say I did it myself; I had my new family (Michigan State) behind me.