Saint Norbert College Top Questions

Knowing what I know now, I would give myself a few pieces of advice. I would tell myself to consider all of my options before choosing which school to go to. I would tell myself not to choose a school based on others' opinions about it. I would also tell myself that being close to home is not always the best reason for choosing a college. As far as transitioning to college goes, I would warn myself that living with a roommate is a difficult situation and to be more open with my opinions and feelings, or else nothing changes. I would also tell myself that, even though the trasition would be difficult, I would still have an amazing first year of college, despite differences between my roommate and myself.

College can bring about frustration through student debt, difficult classes, and struggling grades. Although you will have these difficulties, college is designed to help you prepare for your life and your career. Anytime you may be overwhelmed, just remember what lies ahead after college. Graduating from college can provide you with a secure career path you enjoy, as well as a developed work ethic to get you where you want to be. As bad as some of this may sound, through the years you will realize it is not as horrific as it may seem as an eager high school senior. Similar to any doubt you may come across in life, you must realize you have the full capability and determination to succeed in college as well as your future career. So all the obstacles you will face in college will only build you into an experienced hard working person that is looking for the most in life. In the end, remember to never doubt yourself, always stay determined, and enjoy every year in college. These three keys will help you become a successful student and a successful person in life.

If I could go back to myself as a high school senior I would advise myself to take dual enrollment classes while in high school to get some credit out of the way and make the transition more smooth. I would also advise myself not to overload myself the first semester like I did, taking five classes your first semester in college and working thirty five hours a week is not advisable. Also, I would tell myself to really sit back and enjoy senior year and my fellow classmates' company because before I knew it we were graduating and going our seperate ways, which was very sad and hard to look back on. Another piece of advice I would give myself is to stay away from the fast food because the infamous "freshman fifteen" is real and it will get you! Plus, I would tell myself to take advantage of college syllabi and begin studying for tests and working on papers far in advance of the deadlines to avoid unnecessary stress on myself.

If I could go back in time to give myself advice about the college life, I would definitely start with telling myself to work as much as I could to save money. Things get expensive and you never know when there will be an emergency. The amount of money you need to spend on supplies, books, classes, food etc becomes hard to manage. But, if I would tell myself to save money things would be much different. A nother key factor that I would give myself some insight on would be to get myself ready for hard work and dedication in the class room. Not a lot of people get to attend college, so making the best of what you have in front of you pays off in the long run.

Make sure you are super involved. College can be great if you let it. There are many clubs, just go out and try them! Don't not do something just because your friends aren't doing it. Be yourself, and be outgoing. Study hard and remember to keep a good head on your shoulders. Always remember who you are and where you came from.

I would advise myself to not let the tuition deter me from a school that I love. It's intimidating to be touring school and looking at the prices of tuition. During my senior year I debated between attending Saint Norbert or a much cheaper state school. I knew that St. Norbert was where I really wanted to be, but the price was overwhelming. I decided that I would do whatever it takes to be able to graduate from the college I fell in love with. I know that was the best choice I could have made. I didn't let the money stop me, and now I'm thriving at St. Norbert. If I could give advice to my high school senior self I would have said to not let the cost hold you back. I would have made my decision much earlier as to which college I would attend.

I know that this transition is scary and leaving home seems like it will be a challenge, but I want you to know that everything will work out better than you realize. You will meet a ton of lifelong friends that will change your life, you will learn how to be a strong and independent individual, and you will gain more self-confidence than you know. There will be ups and downs, but you will always have family and friends to get you through it. Always remember to work hard and manage your time according to your priorities, you can do anything that you put your mind to. Get involved in a social group or something that makes you happy. Be willing to take risks, especially if they are scary, because you will never regret taking that leap of faith. Express your opinions, don't fade into the background and let life pass you by. Never be afraid to step outside your comfort zone, you will discover so many new opportunities and be a better person for it. Don't let the opinions of others influence you, keep an open mind, be yourself and be proud of who you are.

The biggest thing is - do not procrastinate. Deadlines come up sooner than you think.

I would tell myself to be more dedicated to my studies, to be more passionate about what I want to do, more outgoing and be more sure about what I truley want to do in life.

I would tell myself it is understandable that change is a scary thing, but it is what makes us grow and come into our own. As a high school senior I did not plan to go away to college, I wanted to stay with my family. I would tell my high school senior self that I would not be the adult that I am today without embracing the changes I moved forward with in my life, including leaving the nest and flying to a new place. I would tell my high school senior self that change is imperative to become a successful adult part of our society.