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I say “Do not procrastinate because time is very valuable. “I was, like many, a professional at procrastinating. By doing so I did other unproductive things. I could have gotten m y homework and assignments done first, which would have allowed me more time to search and apply for scholarships. It was not until my senior year in high school that I realized that I had been procrastinating not only on my school assignments (which I would receive days before and not do them until a day before the due date and obtain a good grade), but that I had been putting off applying for scholarships. Therefore, I did not apply for as much scholarships as I would have wanted to; I had to balance school work from high school, college applications, and scholarships applications. By telling my high school self to not procrastinate I would have had applied and possible received more scholarship money to fund my college education.

I would tell myself to work harder and create better work and study habits. I also would tell myself that i dont have to have straight A's in order to get some kind of financial aid. Most importantly i would tell myself to try and learn new things.

If I knew back then what I know today, I probably would have made smarter choices when it came to school. I know I had the tools to get to where I am now heading, but I was a lost puppy. I relied too much on others to help guide me, instead of finding my own knowledge and tools to achieve what I wanted. If I could, I would tell myself not to be scared- I know now that the fright I felt for the change that I would go through was only temporary. I lacked discipline from the beginning of my senior year; not once did I feel good enough to go to college. It wasn't until half way through second semester that I started looking for scholarships and working hard. If I could go back, I would tell my younger self to not lose sight of what I wanted, of what's really important.

Do not stress about how big of a life changer college is. Yes at first it will be difficult, but trust me, it is truly a blast to experience freedom and the power to create a well rounded education. Don't worry about making friends because that is probably the easiest part about college, and remember every other freshman knows practically noone. Be friendly and open minded to your surroundings, and definately take the advice of the upperclassmen who are here to help. Don't get caught up in any of the negative hype college does offer, but be willing to take risks both socially and academically. Push yourself and be proud of the accomplishments you have in your college experience. Make it fun because then it really will be the best time of your life.

If I could go back in time I would first, tell my self to buckle down on my high school grades and the ACT. I would also tell my self to get some scholarships done and to apply to KU. The one thing to remember would be to get scholarships done, as many as possible, I will need the money. I would tell my self later I would declare a major in Civil Engineering and that community college isn't bad if I decided to go that route, but to make sure all my classes would transfer to KU before I actuall took them. I would tell my self that community college and working part time at the Commissary was a great. Lastly I would tell myself not to worrie, that I would do well in whatever I decided. Just try your best and work your hardest in all aspects of life. Oh, and don't forget to give yourself a little free time for hunting and fun, your young don't always work yourself too hard.

I would give myself the advice to first off not freak out by the transition or the workload. Also, in college you have to be self motivated and definitely pay attention in class, take notes and study for tsts. Sitting dwon in the library for a few hours is a great way to get things done. Have a daily planner, mark important dates down and write everything you need to do on a daily basis down. Get as detailed in planning and preparing as possible, and also remember to enjoy it all.

I would recommend to myself to get more involved in campus activities. Not only would i suggest going to more high school sports games and dances but get involved with student government and volunteer to participate in events. I know now as an active college student that overall self esteem, group communication, leadership and work ethic are greatly improved by participation. As VP of a college club I must take responsibility for more than just my class work and grades. I must also immerse my self in the community of students and peers and force myself to work more efficiently and mature faster as a student and an individual. I would tell myself to not get dicouraged by the lack of fun and success from some of the activities you participate in. The more you do the more you end up with succesful, life affirming oppurtunities to complete and remember. Any experience is worth the knowledge gained.

Hi, my name is Shamoi Shaw, I am currently a College student and also a single parent. The advise I would give to myself is to work hard , get an education because education is the key to success. In high school I thought that I could have fun been a teenager but I gave myself too much time from taking part in school. I forgot about what I want to become in the future and how school was important to me. My goal is to become a teacher and inspite of what happened in the pass I continue to tell myself that I am going to make it in life . I will never give up on my dreams . I will Study hard because once I work hard I must succeed. From this day on I will achieve and I promise to work hard and always to put god first in everything I do.

As a high school senior, I would have told myself not to move out of my parent's home when I was 18. At the time, the University of Arizona was my first choice because they offered me the most money for my freshman year. I wanted to get as far away from my parents and their mental abuse. Arizona seemed far enough. Now that I am matured, and experienced college life, I regret going so far away because I do miss my family, friends, and boyfriend. It is always difficult to get used to the situation we are in at the time. I wish I had chosen to go to LMU or UCLA, but I did not accept LMU's offer and I did not apply to UCLA, USC or any schools in the area because I did not want to live at home. College is great at UA becaue of the school spirit, but a little closer to home and in-state is what I need now as a junior. Although I made a decision based on my situation at the time (living alone at 18), I would choose to live in LA now.

Assuming that I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would advise me to effort even better that what I did in my last year of high school. Unfortunately, I did never have a friend or family member who advised me planning about my post-education. But, it was not an obstacle to hesitate about thinking in my future. Knowing what I know now about the responsibility in college, that effort in high school would be very helpful, and the transition would not be as shocking as I did not expect.