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"Remember it takes courage for someone to say 'this is not enough' for someone to move forward. In college there's going to be plenty of obstacles in front of you and you'll get frustrated and want to give up but you've got to remind yourself it's not enough to just pass the assignment or course. We might not always know what 'this' is, possibly a math test, a sculpture, or simply taking notes in class. We have to strive to be our best because what we want for our future asks so much more than just passing because as an artist a piece is never enough, as a Computer Science minor we want to know what more a computer can do because a computer can always be improved, and as ourselves - as I am - we have to strive beyond 'just enough' and take that one step further to wow the world with our dreams when we say and show that we believe 'this is not enough.'"

I believe that i would not change much at all. I have had a wonderful time during my college career and am not looking forward to it ending. But, if i had to change anything, i would have taken as many dual credit classes in highschool as possible. The level of the basic classes here are higher than normal and sometimes discourage people from completing there undergrad and dropping out. If i were to change my major for any reason i would have started in petroleum engineering due to the fact there will probably many jobs in this wiltering econmy, and it may not require me to go onto graduate school like i am going to have to, to pursue my career as a pharmacist. In the end, choice something you will enjoy the rest of your life, and make sure it is something that you could help make a difference in the world that we live in today and for the future.

There are many things I would do over and many other things I wouldn't change. In college, who you know and decide to do things with is a big part of who you are. Seeing I could go back in change a few things, I would have tried to meet many more people than I did. And not just the same type of people as you already are but different types of people involved in many different things., giving me a verity in my college experience. Other things I would have change would be to take more time on college test, as they are of not the same caliber of material form high-school. I would also have waited to buy some of my dorm stuff until I was up in college to see if I really need it. For the most part I actually consider myself lucky. I did not make any major mistake in judgement, decision or activities I involved myself in. As I finish my college degree I?m sure there will be many more mistakes on my behalf. Though, those mistakes make me who I am and who I will be.

Honestly, if I were able to go back in time and give myself advice about college and making a transition, I probably would choose not to. I believe the initial college experience is based off of the worry and anxiety that students have when they first reach college. If I had come to college and known exactly what to expect I do think my experiences would have been vastly different. There would have been no surprise or elation in realizing that being a college student is actually pretty simple. Aside from school, college is about branching out, having new experiences, making new friends- things that aren't exactly "new" if you can see them coming.

I would definitely tell myself to save all my money so I could go through the semester without having to go home to work. Also i would tell myself to focus on math more because that is the area that I am struggling with. I would tell myself to apply for more scholarships because I really need them more then I thought. Also to follow my gut instincts.

As a High School Senior I thought that i had college life all figured out. Looking back at it all now, my outlook on college was very askew. If i had the chance to tell myself some advise one year ago i think i would stress time managment. In High School there was not as much work as there is in college. In High School i was able to get my entire work load in a couple of hours. I would tell myself to prepare for a minimum of 10 hours of homework and study time a week. I would also emphasize the importance of dual credit. The few hours I did obtain in HIgh School were such a huge help. I would have told myself to take more. The last and most important thing I would tell myself would be to not underestimate myself. We are capable of so much, we just need to go for it and not hold anything back.

Don't worry if your parents are really breathing down your neck right now, or if the stress of applying for college and scholarships is really getting to you. Very soon, in only a few months, you will be living independently. It is an exhilarating feeling. Just make sure you use this freedom. Take time to explore your university and the surrounding town. Don't limit yourself to staying in your dorm all the time. Become curious about the world and the people who live in it. Maybe join an organization. Definately smile and talk to other people- both adults and students. But, make sure you take your time to do all of this exploring. Don't feel rushed and consider any consequences of your actions. This is the time to find yourself in this huge world, so explore!

have fun, stay focus in your school work. ask for help when you need it. be proud of where you have come from and where you are heading.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior about what I know now for being in college for 3 years, I would tell myself the correct major to pick and that no matter what happens at home or in life to never give up. I would also encourage myself to come out of my shell and get involved in activities on campus and not be scared to make new friends. I might also start off at a community college instead of a big university that way my GPA will be good and look great when i graduate from college. I might also give myself advice on going to a different college away from home so that way it forces me to make new friends and actually get out of the dorm room and get involved. The last piece of advice I would say is to never give up and to never doubt myself when times get rough and to remain working hard that way I can get more financial help to pay for my schooling, but no matter what happens to have fun and remember my college friends and days.

As a high school senior, I didn't realize how important taking notes, studying and putting forth alot of effort would have on my college career. Today I have learned the value of studying, applying myself more than I ever dreamed I would and making sure the choices I make today will impact my life in the future.