Mount Wachusett Community College Top Questions

Going back to a time when I once was a high school senior, I would advise myself to make use of all the colleges help that I could receive. This means that I would take full advantage of applying for grants, scholarships, maybe even an on campus job. I would attempt to make my life easier by taking advantage of all the wonderful opportunities that MWCC provides. If I had known that your amount of financial aid depended directly on how much you make per year, and also the amount of credits you take, I would make sure that I took full advantage of my options and possibly would have continued my education as a full time student rather than a part time one. I would also make sure to advise myself to do my very best in every subject to keep my GPA high, and make sure that I successfully got into my Dental Hygiene Program. All in all, I would educate myself on college life and motivate myself to keep my education going strong, and to strive for future success in the easiest way possible.

Well when I started at the college I was only a junior in high school. I thought I was prepared and I seemed to be in terms of classes. If I could go back I would tell myself to try and become involved in more clubs and organizations then I was. The school offers some great clubs to get involved in. Additionally, I would tell myself to take my classes at a different time. I took classes like art over the whole semester and left anatomy and physiology 1 and 2 for over the summer between junior and senior year of high school or freshman and sophmore year of college. Basically, to remember to be as involved as possible and that time management is everything.

“Advice to my high school self” We all wonder what life would be like if we knew in our teens what we know now as adults. If given the opportunity to talk to my younger self about college, several aspects of my college life come to mind. First, is the basic education, or pre-requisites, which challenge you to take courses one would probably never take if given the option. These basic classes help a person become a more rounded individual and possibly spark an interest in something never before seen. Next, would be an inside look at yourself and identifying your strengths and weaknesses. Incidentally, by learning what you excel in helps build the self-confidence needed to overcome areas of difficulty. Finally, I would stress the importance of education in general. Unfortunately, setbacks will happen in life; whether it is the loss of a job or a failed relationship, nobody can take away your education. In other words, once a person has went through the grueling hours of studying, mid-term and final exams, countless essays and research, the knowledge and confidence obtained is forever yours. Go to college now and learn who you really are.

If I could go back in time and talk to my high school self, there would be so many things that I'd tell myself. First off, I would definitely tell myself not to stress as much and just breathe. There were so many situations in college where I would stress out and freak myself out when all I needed was to take a deep breath. A very important thing I would tell myself is that you are going to lose friends, but it's not that big of a deal. People will come and go in your life, but that just means they weren't worth it. Lastly, I would tell myself to just have fun. College definitely has its perks, and as long as your having fun you'll do fine in life.

Study. You need to learn how to properly take notes and study them. Do your homework when you recieve it, do not procrastinate.

I would tell myself to go to college sooner and get more technical training. Whether it be part-time or full time does not matter. Just get enrolled and get an education. Jack of all trades/Master of many, does not have quite the calling it had in 1980. Work experience looks good on a resume but a quality education lasts a lifetime.

I would let myself know that an education should come first, and that you can't rely on anyone else to finish college. Life would be easier with a good education, and you can accomplish anything you want to in your life. You can go at your own pace, and not have to feel rushed, and pressured. You will enjoy life more because of the opportunities a degree and education can bring.

Firstly, I would tell myself not to stress so much; that everything will work out. I would tell myself that this is my chance to prove myself, to make myself better. It is a new chapter in life, and it doesn't have to reflect past poor choices. College is a brand new opportunity, and all you have to do is tell yourself you can do it. I would set up better studying habits and interact with the teachers more. But most importantly, work hard. Prove to yourself and others that you are capable. Because when you get those good grades, the high gpa, the college credits, and ultimately the degree, you'll feel on top of the world.

If I had the chance to go back in time to when I was a high school senior, I would most certainly tell myself that preserverance is key.

If i could go back in time and tell myself something i would tell myself to look more into which school i wanted to attend and what i was looking for in my college experience. i would make myself look into more scholarships so i would not have to look at schools based on cost rather than what i wanted to go to school for. I think i would tell myself to look more at a 4 year school with dorms instead of a community college where i would live at home. it is my decision of what i want out of school and my mom can tell me about her experience but to not let it influence your decision too much.