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If I can go back in time and talk to my high school self, I will like to tell myself that college is very expensive and for myself to safe money. I would also like to tell myself to apply to as much scholarships as possible. I want to tell myself to volunteer and go job shadowing so, I can figure out what I what to do in the future. I will like to tell myself to remember these lines, "no matter how tough life gets, just keep going forward and your find a solution."

Young Man, You are not ready for college -- you will not finish if you start now. You have not yet learned the fundimental truth that your success will be dictated by your discipline, dilligence and focus; not sheer intellect or ability. Develop your competencies; listen to the voice within you guiding you toward your life's work. Block out the distractions and make your record true. If you are capable, document your capability with a record of reliable, accurate work and erase any doubt in the minds of your mentors. Pursue your education with relentless tenacity, stay humble, embrace the lessons of failure and do not, under any circumstance, give up hope. Be proud of yourself. From a Fogotten Future, Louis Repucci February 7th, 2013

If I could go back in time as a high school senior; I would have met with my high school academic counselors and advisers more often to ask questions about the college majors that Iam interested in pursuing in college, ask bout the best Colleges and Universities for those majors, I will also find out as much as I can about pre-college courses . Ask about the various ways to finance a college education without incurring so much debt, interships for high school seniors in the business and health science sectors. I will inquire about scholarship opportunities and how to apply for scholarships. I feel that this would be the best advice for me as a high school senior because college is very expensive and just to know that fact and take the oppportunity to research for scholarships and volunteer in my local community organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, Red Cross, Boys and Girls Club, Youth Against Drugs and Violence, YMCA and getting involved in youth projects; I would have learned alot about myself and also have met people along that way that would contribute towards my collge education.

I would tell myself to take more math classes because it only gets harder girl. College is nothing like high school. There is alot more homework and numerous essays! So be grateful for the little bit of homework you are getting in highschool. Realize that when you graduate your high school friends might not be your friends after high school. That's okay things happen people go their seperate ways but always keep your realy friends around. In college you will be on your own away from your dad's rules so you will need to be able to discipline yourself. That means you need to know when you should go out and party and when you should stay in and study. No one is going to wake you up for class in the morning like in high school so dont ignore that alarm clock. Lastly know that you are a bright and ambitious girl and that you can do anything you can put your mind to.

I would give myself more motivation to do well in school just knowing how important grades are. I would also give myself more motivation to stick with what I love and to be more open-minded. I believe that what you do in High School will affect you in college whether you think it will or not.

For me, knowing what I know now, I would of changed the fact that I did not start at a 4 year colleage. I also would have looked into my career choice to make sure jobs were available in the field I was looking into. I had it my mind to go to school, I did, at a Technical College, as an Operationg Room Tech. At that time back in the 80s, there were hardly any jobs in that field, and if I wanted a job, I would have to go to another state. I would have been better off going to a four year college and getting a better degree, and finding something that would have work. Back then I thought about going to pre-med, and never signed up. Now 20 some years later, I am getting a Chemistry Degree/pre-med. I made all the pre-qualifications and all I have to do is pass the MCAT. If I started earlier it would be easlier, because now I am a single mother with two children to take care of on top of my studies. Children after the degree would have been better if I picked Mr. Right.

To not be so hard on myself when it comes to social events and friends, but to be hard on myself when it comes to my education. If college has taught me one thing, it's that the harder you work the easier it is and sadly, I never had that drive in high school. All I was worried about, and so are the current high schoolers, was hanging out with friends and dressing nice, when in reality, I should have been worried about my grades. I was lucky and Mount Mary extended their hand and gave me a second chance at school, but not all kids are. High school may seem like its the most important thing at the time, but college is where you grow; you learn and become who you are meant to become, and that is much more important in life than the social events, gossip, and clothes you wear in high school. In high school, you're just a seed, but in college, you become more than a seed; you are showered with knowledge, planted in love that is rich from family and friends, and eventually, you become a beautiful flower.

College is a symbol of freedom and with new freedom comes fear. To avoid becoming a victim of that fear, why not look it in the eye and overcome it. The first step is to break college life down, divide and conquer, right? There are different pieces of advice to give regarding the social, educational, community and personal aspects of college life. Socially, it is important to get out of your dorm and mingle and make connections that will last longer than a weekend. Community is essential when attending a new school; my advice would be to get out and away from campus to explore the city or town the college is in, as well as getting involved with volunteer organizations. In terms of education, it’s important to take it seriously and to not fear the syllabus, they are so daunting! Lastly, on a personal level in college, it is important to stay true to yourself, and don’t be afraid of learning about yourself on a daily basis. Also, remember that it will be stressful, every aspect of it! Most importantly, make time for yourself because after all it is your journey and you deserve to enjoy it!

I would tell myself to speak up more in class. College courses are a lot about discussions, and that's not really something I did in high school so it took a while to adjust to that. I would also tell my self to get used to presenting in front of crowds of people. I know that is something I did do in high school, but college focuses on it a lot more and it's just good advice to always get the most practice in. I would also tell myself that it is more important to learn who you really are and know what you really want. Focus less on who everyone else says you are and where you think they want you to go. This is your life, not theirs. Get to know yourself before you drive yourself crazy trying to be someone else for everyone else. But my biggest piece of advice would be, don't stress - you'll do fine. It'll take work, but you'll do fine.

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