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What should every freshman at Tarleton State University know before they start?

MAIYA

Dear highschool me , Hi its me , college you , I want to tell you to enjoy yourself more while in highschool. Make sure you savor every moment of everyday. Dont stress about that boy because by now you have forgotten him. Be grateful for the time you have at home with your family and friends. College is way different from high school. You are now responsible for your actions also be cautious of the people you meet. All those thing you were stressed about can't compare to anything you're about to face. Try more networking so that way when you get to college you kind of have a heads up and a guidance couselor to help you cope with everything. Also read more and practice on essay skills they are going to come in quite handy. Listen to everyones advice about college because you dont even understand how real its going to be. If you dont take heed to anythingelse that Ive told you please , please , please I cant stress it enough DO NOT PROCRASINATE. Most of all remain yourself and dont let the critics get to you.

mollie

My high school self desired reassurance more than any advice. If I could travel back, I would tell my younger self only one thing: you will make it through. Transitions have always been tough for me, and the stress of moving to a college a whole hour away from my childhood home was a common subject in my weekly counseling appointments. The summer after graduation, I often believed my anxiety would take over and prevent me from success at school. The fall semester, however, came all too quickly and I spent the next year at a small, private college where I learned more about myself than I had in the previous eighteen years. I battled many ups and downs--though often more of the latter--which challenged me in ways I had not expected. Making friends, roommates moving out, eating cafeteria food for every meal, and keeping up my grades while surrounded by the chaos of living in the dorms were not things I had any way of preparing myself for, but I made it through. Now preparing for my sophomore year at a new school, I know something my high school self did not: I will make it through.

Reagan

There are so many things I would tell myself if I was able to go back in time and talk to myself as a senior in high school. The first and main point I would make is that high school is not my “glory days,” and also that high school definitely does not define who I am. Secondly, I would make a point to tell myself that I would one day learn how insignificant high school drama really is, and that it shouldn not effect my happiness... ever! I would also tell myself that it is so much better to have a few solid friends than multiple acquaintences, and that I will expierence that first-hand one day. Then, I would tell myself that I am the only one that has the power to make me happy and give me joy, and that no one can take that power away from me. I would then remind myself to never stop smiling, because there is so much in life that will pass me by if I am upset or unhappy. Lastly, I will tell myself to get ready, because the amazing life I have ahead has just begun.

Mark

If i were able to go back and talk to my high school self, i would tell me to not be afraid of applying to scholarships. they are there to help you and get your degree. I know your panicing and about to enter the real world, but there are people out there that you want ot get your degree and will help you either way they can. If that dosen't convince my high school self, then i was a space out guy who won't pay attention to anything. then, i would tell him that the earlier you apply and the better you work hard, the better outcome and chance you will have of getting your degree and scholarships. These would be my wise words for telling my high school self cause know one understands me than myself.

Aadrien

The best advice I would give myself would include not settling for less when it comes to school and education. Also, you should never put opportunities off and procrastinate because you will regret it down the road. The best thing to do is to complete your school early so you can enjoy life later.

Kara

Don't listen to everyone else, take a year off, learn about yourself, get a job and save up some money first. And when you do go, major in HR Management, it'll save you a lot of time, money, and effort.

Laci

Knowing what I know now, I would tell myself to be more dedicated during my first year of college. I would explain the importance of staying on track and working hard in order to complete classes. I would remind myself that successful people don't get to sleep in until noon, and it takes time, effort and energy to get things done. Since I worked full time the entire time I was in school, I would also tell myself to make more time for social activities and not to take myself and life too seriously, while still remaining focused on attaining good grades and working toward a better future.

Nikita

What I know now about college life it is very challenging say the least. In high school especially my senior year everybody was more focused on graudating then thinking about what happens after graduation. If I could go back to my senior year I would tell myself to enjoy the homework and having really no responsibility. Also, learning how to truly study for tests would of been very helpful. One class I had in my senior year we learned how balance checking accounts, pay bills, and how to study. At that time I did not really take in the daily lessons to succeed after graduation. During the transition period it is very important to spend time researching the right colleges to attend and what career goals to try an obtain.

Amber

I would tell myself to make sure that you pay attention in school. Make the effort to understand what is going on around you. And remember to do the best that you can do, it will pay off in the end. If you just put a little more effort than what you are doing, it will make all the difference in the end. Make sure to take the time to spend time with everyone and know that college is different than high school. It is much harder and really focus on learning how to study. Make sure you also apply for plenty of scholarships! Paying for college is hard and really takes the focus off of the studies, save yourself the stress!

Lisa

As a high school senior, I know you feel like you are ready to take on the world. Your grades are good, you have done well all throughout grade school, and you have several choices of where to go to college because of this. I know you don’t want to stay at home and go to Northeast Texas Community College. You want to move and get the college experience, but trust me it will be worth it. Take the full ride to the community college. You’re going to change your major, and doing this at a community college is so much less stressful, not to mention it costs so much less! Going to NTCC before you go to Tarleton is going to be the best decision you ever made. You will graduate college debt free with some money to spare for graduate school. Your parents are right. They know you need a slow transition. You will still get the “college experience” when you transfer to Tarleton to become an ag teacher. Shocker right? You thought you would go on to pharmacy school. You’re going to love it; college will prepare you to take on the world.