Olivet Nazarene University Top Questions

I would tell myself that Brown County High School did not provide me with the critical information that should have prepared me for college. Although there is little that could be done concerning my education in high school I would tell myself to reach out into my community for an education. I would learn how to sew, garden, take a computer class at the library, or shadow one of the managers of a shop to learn about the economy, anything to help furthur my learning outside of the classroom.

I would tell myself to take better care of myself so that I could perform better in my sport (to avoid the injuries). I would tell myself to focus more on the grades, because they do make a difference. Okay isn't good enough! Treat your education like a job, if it isn't your best, it isn't satisfactory. Study hard and make the extra effort to understand all of the coursework. Don't worry about looking foolish, ask for help when you don't understand. I would tell myself to start looking for internships my first year, so I wouldn't miss any opportunity for experience. Finally, I would tell myself to relax, take a deep breath, because you will do fine! Make sure to spend time with your friends, because they will keep you sane. Remember, one day, you WILL change the world. College just makes you one step closer. Prepare likewise.

I would say to get involved in as many activities as possible. Making the right friends makes the rest of your college career so much better. I have met friends that are friends for the rest of my life because I got involved in school activities and clubs. Also, do not lose focus on the academic side. The world is getting more competitive each day, and you need to make decisions based on how it will make your resume look come graduation time.

Be open to different things, get to know people as soon as you get to school and be a nice and kind hearted person.

I would tell myself to not spend countless hours filling out online scholarships, because everyone and their mother applies for them and they're almost impossible to get. Save your time and concentrate on school GPA, because that's the easiest way to get money for college.

Don't take time off to relax. I learned from taking a year off from school to relax that the transition was more difficult for me than most of my peers. Also, make sure that you are active in clubs and activities, not only to meet people , but to balance your workload with time for yourself to relax and enjoy doing something that is fun and interests you. Don't be scared about not knowing anyone at the school because many other people are in the same situation as you. If you keep your dorm room door open, you are sure to meet many new people. This is especially good because most of the people are living around you and you will be seeing them a lot! The most important thing to remember, is DON'T PROCRASTINATE!!! Putting things off can frustrate you, or even cause you to fail. Lastly, be optimistic. If you go in thinking your going to fail, then you will. Stay positive, and believe in yourself, and what God has planned for you and your life!

Apply to more than one school.

Nothing will be handed to you in this life. If you want something go out and get it with all the enthusiasm you can muster! Do things as if you were doing them on purpose and never let anybody deter you from your original goal. The choices you make on your feet are to be trusted and God will take care of the rest. Time in life is fragile so use it wisely. Your brain will guide you but your heart will steer you....let it.

To find the best college or the right one a person needs to know what they first want in a college. They should look for a college that has extracurricular activities that interest the perspective student. The student must also visit the campus and see if the campus is too big or too small. They should also check out the facilities and buildings and see if they are up to par. Financial Aid should also be top priority if you are on a budget, they help as much as they can and do anything they can to get you to come. Parents, once your child finds their perfect school you should trust their judgement and do anything possible to make it happen. Parents should also check out the campus and ask many questions to make sure that this is where your child absolutely wants to go.

Make sure that you look at a lot of different schools and find the best that suits you. Fill out all of the scholarship papers you can and don't be discouraged if you dont' get one.