Rogue Community College Top Questions

In 1982, when I was 18 years old, I told my parents that I wanted to major in psychology. They gave me all the reasons I wouldn't like it, and told me to select another major. I suggested teaching, and again they gave me all the reasons I shouldn't go in that direction. Instead, they said, I should major in Business, as this was the way of the future. Being an obediant daughter, I took their advice. But I found my classes so boring, that after less than a year, I dropped out. Now, in 2010, my interest in psychology has not waned and I have returned to school with a goal of receiving a degree in Clinical Psychology within 5 years. I would tell my young self to follow my dreams, and not to let anyone else convince me otherwise.

I know it has only been a few years since I've graduated high but I have gained so much knowledge that would have been very useful as a high school senior. For starters I will tell myself that high school did not adequately prepare me for college. My writing, studying habits, and time management need major reconstruction. After high school I became a parent so I decided to take a year off. I would tell myself being a young parent is difficult, but to continue my education without interruptions. Yes it will be extremely hard but at least try to attend part time. Taking a year off school made it hard for me to recall things I learned during high school. As a result I tested in to lower classes at college. So know I have more classes to take. The last thing I will tell myself is this road is going to be long and the car may break along the way but with self-discipline I can fix it and get to the end of my journey.

I wish i could go back in time and somehow talk to the senior in highschool, rather it be me or not. I personally was not blessed with such opportunities. I had to work and take care of my two sisters and struggling single mom. I would though if given that chance,go back and convince myself, my family, and friends to do their best in highschool so that further opportunities could be available for them in their futures. Life is a short journey, and if we do not make the right choices today, tomorrows opportunities could fade away. So i would explain the value of completing highschool, and preparing themselves for college. God knows i would already be working on my P.H.D. if i was guided towards the path of success.

I would start off by forcing myself to apply for more scholarships. Then i would say that you need to apply for classes sooner and not at the last minute. After i got those important things out of the way i would tell meyself to not do my homework at the last minute. After all this i would say to myself not to be nervous and to enjoy college.

I would tell myself to finish high school and then take a year off. If you don't take a little time off from school, you will get bored with it . Then I would tell myself to go and get a degree in something you enjoy doing. Because if you are not happy at work, then you are not happy at home. Thank You for your time and consideration.