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Time managment has always been my struggle. Take time to figure out priorites earlier because what I did in highschool really has affected my college carrer. Stay true to staying away from dating in highschool, I met the love of my life in college. Hold on tight the ride is fast, so get the best GPA you can as fast as possible!

Knowing what I know now, I would tell myself to relax. I was so worried about making sure I did exactly the right things to get into college and eventually get into vet school. Instead I would tell myself to let my curiousity loose and find classes that interest me, because by doing that recently I've found a research internship of my dreams!!

If I could go back and talk to myself, I would tell myself to just relax and enjoy the ride. There's no need whats-so-ever to worrry about college because there is always something at Ohio State that every student can relate to and be apart of. I would also tell myself to become involved with activities and student organizations that I have an interest in and make time to meet new people. College is the place where one is supossed to become who they've always wanted to and not be afraid of changing. I would tell myself that college is the best years of one's life to date and not to take it forgranted one bit. I would remind myself that I'll make great new friends and memories that I wouldn't get anywhere than Ohio State. One last thing I would say is apply for any scholarship made available and be careful with money. Only spend what you can afford and decide on a "need/want" basis. Just have fun and make the most out of the 4 short years that you have.

If I could go back and talk to myself my senior year of high school, I would most definitely tell myself to not stress so much over college and just embrace the future. Change is a scary thing for anyone who has been in a comfortable bubble for 3 consecutive years. However, in order to grow and become who you want to be ten years down the road, you must be willing to accept the changes as they come. Transitioning from high school to college is just another step towards the top of the mountain everyone else in the world is climbing with you. I would also tell myself that despite what stereotypes are thrown around in high school; most of them are wrong and preconceived ideas of those who try to have answers to questions unknown. Take a step back and try to forget the need to feel accepted. Embrace who you are and be open minded to everyone, everything, and the different opinions. When you take off the high school "blinders" and explore the world, it is amazing as to what hidden ideas and opinions others can teach you, as well as what you can teach yourself.

I'd tell myself not to worry about not knowing what to major in. There's so much pressure in highschool to decide a major, but as soon as you get to college, everyone tells you to take your time! Once you leave highschool, you're entering a whole new world, and you never know what you might discover. Confining yourself to the major you choose as an 18 year old high school senior leaves you without a lot of choices in college - you feel stuck. Being undecide isn't stressful, it's adventurous! You can take all types of different classes to find out what may or may not interest you, and you learn so much about yourself that you never realized before. My advice would be to not stress about deciding what you want to do with the rest of your life, and just enjoy the transition into college!

Dear High School me, I wish I had known how much more I needed to grow up. I thought I understood the world and how it works, but my education here has broadened my mind in so many ways. Every day I learn something new about the world, and about myself. I wish I had spent more effort in high school learning the things I didn't find easy. In high school I could get away with that, but not any more. I wish I had not put so much value in the 'presitge' of a university, and what I could offer it, and instead had focused more on what the university could offer me. Had I done that, Ohio State would have been my top choice, rather than my backup plan. This campus offers me experiences and opportunities every day that I could never have dreamed of before. It's amazing, and I feel fortunate in so many ways. But I also wish I had saved more money. Ohio State is relatively affordable, but still expensive. Study hard, and prepare to grow beyond what you even imagine!

"Miguel, you have to make friends as soon as possible. You can't do this by yourself anymore. You're not going to be the smartest kid around and you're going to have to work together with other people to get stuff done. To succeed in college you're going to have to humble yourself enough to ask questions when you don't understand things even if you're afraid of looking stupid. Your career and success hangs on this. Don't think it's all going to be fun and games, but don't think that there won't be some fun every now and then either. Make sure you find a fun class to take that will break the monotony of math-science-engineering-repeat. With all this said, hold fast to the values which you grew up on, they will help you endure. Always remember to stay in contact with your family and friends and don't replace them with new college experiences. Remember where you came from and where you're going. Last but not least, don't let yourself be buried by the stress, it'll be ok in the end. I promise!"

Prepare well for college while in high school. It will make you more successful! Study hard, serve others, get involved and try to be the defining force and change others' lives! Success is not winning scholarships and awards but loving what you do when you're doing it! I have found success in serving others and seeing the difference I have made in their eyes! High school is a time to study, a time to have fun and a time to prepare for the future. All teenagers can make a difference... you have to face the fears inside and step up to the plate to get things done! There is no greater reward!

Ever since I can remember, I was afraid of college. The TV portrayals of sorority hazing and drinking parties, as well as the all-nighters and caffeine addictions petrified me. But after graduation, I was finally forced to confront the fact that I was going to be a college kid. If I could go back now, I would tell myself to relax! The “college experience” is purely in the choices you make. You can just as easily decide to party and drink as you can to abstain from these situations. The same applies to classes. You can cram the night before and stay alive due to intravenous caffeine, but it’s just as easy to read the material and go to class. The most important choice to make upon entering college is deciding who you want to be. Staying true to who you are will not only set you up for success, but it will also determine your friends, experiences, and ultimately your happiness. Instead of fearing, you should embrace college life, taking all opportunities and expanding your mind. I would tell myself to stop being afraid, because as it turns out, college is my favorite experience!

Every student has one chance to make the best of the years ahead. Why not start making the best of it in high school? I spent four years trying to fit in with other people, that i forgot what it meant to succeed. My past has changed my future and i wish i had one more chance to go back in time and be more motivated. No matter what obstacles i may face , never give up, i am here to achieve more then there could be known possible.