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Being that I have spent 10 years of my life pretending to go to "college", I think I would remind myself that learning is supposed to be fun. Don't just enroll in courses required for your major, branch out and experience new things. You never know what you may learn to love. I would also remind myself that this life is about who you know. Rush a sorority even though you think everything they stand for is ridiculous, one day all that foolishness will catch up with you in the most positive way.

If I had the chance to talk to myself as a high school senior I would first say keep up the good work and stay strong. I would advise myself to get to really know who I am and be proud of it, because when you head off to school your inner strength will be tested. The only way to succeed is to be true to yourself. I would suggest weighing what is most important to you and putting these things first so as not to be distracted later. Meet as many people as you can but choose friends carefully. These will be some of the most influential people you will ever know and the bonds you form with them will last a lifetime. Get to know your professors and don't be afraid to speak up because they really do know what they are talking about. Most of all I would like to tell myself to take a deep breath and enjoy. These will be the most memorable four years of your life and it is up to you to make them the best.

"Hey, Jo, I know this sounds crazy but trust me, I'm you...I know, it's weird but just listen. You've got some tough years coming but everything will work itself out...No, it gets worse than that but it'll be okay...I know, just listen. What I came here to tell you is you'll make it to college, just don't rush it. Figure out what you want first and if you would read and write more you'd discover what you love a whole lot faster. Oh, and by the way, photography isn't your strong suit. Go ahead and take the course if you really want to but don't plan your future around it...Trust me, you'll thank me later...Anyway, don't go nuts when your first college attempt fails. You'll get a second chance it just won't be the traditional college you think you want but you've never been a traditional kind of gal. You'll love it just the same, though...Yeah, well, I better get. Later tator, don't skin yourself...One more thing, New Hampshire is an hour ahead...You'll understand later."

I would tell myself to relax and think about my major and my career path a bit more before making hasty decisions because the university is flashy and easy to get into, and I would urge myself to have the courage to follow my dream the first time and not be afraid of wasting four years on a useless degree because its not what some think it's not worthwhile.

If I could go back in time and give my high school senior self advice, I would say first and foremost, to enjoy the time I have in college. Do not be in such a rush to grow up and get a job. I should take time to attend courses on campus, join clubs and make friends. There will never be another time like your college years, slow down and enjoy them. You will be an adult with a job the rest of your life. Enjoy the time you are alloted to be in college.

What would I tell myself? Well Ben do not spend the surplus on the tuition on anything except books. Apply for a few more schollarships before January. The housing charge will be semsterly. Use the free day planner you will get in snhu 101. Avoid the Lounge and internet when you need to get homework done.

I would advise myself to get started right away in college. I did not have encouragement to go to college while in high school. I grew up on an island and did not have much opportunity around me. My father worked up to three jobs at a time to support us; including my mother's drinking habit. I have done alot on my own, but wish I had started at an earlier age. I am currently 41.

Knowing what I know about college life and making the transition I would tell myself to stay calm and relaxed. I would tell myself to apply for as many scholarships as I can because college wont pay for itself. I think I did well on my essay when applying to college, so I wouldn't worry about that. I am very happy with my choice of college. I would remind myself that a college education is needed to achieve my goals as a teacher, but with the economy in the state it is in and the high price of education, I need additional financial assistance. I want to be the role model to children to show them that with hard work and determination anything can be accomplished, even tasks that seem so far out of reach. This scholarship means a great deal to me, as it was put me one step closer to making a difference in so many children?s lives.

If i could go back and tell my highschool self something about the transition in to college life i would tell my self to live on campus and make sure to enjoy my time in college. Living on campus would give me more time to hang with my new friends and make better connections to those whom i dont get to see very often. I would tell myself to enjoy college life because im sure if i just got out of my comfort zone i would have made more freinds and would spend my time enjoying all my college has to offer.

College life for me is so different. I attend college as a night student. Because I was so set in my mind about how I wanted to attend college and work full-time, I may tell myself to reconsider this decision. I have had to move numerous times with numerous people ever since my senior year. For the sake of sanity and familiarity, I would tell myself that I am young and should not have to deal with only having one parent, my only parent moving eight hours away from me, or having to pay all my college expenses on my own wallet. An 18 year old should not have to be asking all his friends if they have an empty room that he can rent out. Also, because I did work full-time and went to school at night, I am not part of the "college experience" that everyone mentions. It's not so much that I have a regret about the path that I took, because the Financial Aid process would be so much more difficult, but there will always be that thought in my mind about how different I would be if I took a different path.