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If I could tell myself one thing in high school it would have been to be more concerned about the connection I had to the campus rather than the prestige of the school.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself that everything in life happens for a reason and that one learns more from failures than successes. Graduating from high school class president, valedictorian, and also with my Assoicates degree in Journalism, I was not sure where life would take me. Applying to the University of Florida, I went on to pursue a degree in medicine and plunged into the pre-medical field having no adequate science or math background compared to many of my pre-med colleagues. Having acquired A's my entire educational career, the transition to the world math and science was trying. In addition, my father serves in the U.S. Air Force and my family was stationed states away. Although the time was tumultuous, it is within my first year that I discovered myself and unleashed a new vigor of hardwork and determination to perserve and learn that life is full of challenges. I learned more through tribulation than I have ever before in my past filled with nonstop success. Life is what you make of it, plain and simple. Look forward, not backwards!

College is an amazing time of self discovery and becoming the man/woman you want to be. I strongly encourage you to take a well balanced approach to the type of activities that you do over these next 4 years. Join a fraternity, join a sports club team, volunteer every now and then, and start joing leadership organizations immediatly! Organize NOW what you want to accomplish by the end of your four years so you can properly plan how to achieve your goals. Don't get stressed out with school, just always stay on top of when your exams and papers are and you will be fine. BE SOCIAL! There are amazing people on campus to meet. Meet people at student organizations, bars, and just hanging out with friends. Be sure to do at least a few big road trips with your best friends and focus on making memories.

Research everythiing from books to school equipment and get involved in everything. Don't forget the reason you are at college: to learn! Embrace new things and have fun!

If I were to give my High School self advice, I would surely let her know she did a great job at what she did. I would tell her to get started cooking at home as much as possible to start her practice at the Culinary Arts. I would also tell her to stick with her first job for atleast a year, then get into the food industry as soon as possible to start her hands on experience. I would tell her to attend all food shows and Culinary opportunties that should could. The most important thing I would tell her is to open a savings account and start a budget, do NOT free spend, you will miss that money once its gone, and you never know when you'll need it or when an emergency will present itself. Lastly I would tell her not to stress the small things, and focus on what is good for her, and what her goals are.

You don't have the answers to everything, so take into account what those who have experienced this before have to say. Be ready. College is not a continuation of high school but rather a whole different ball game. Stay positive and stay focused. Make sure to put the Lord first in all of your endeavors and he will always bless you and guide you to do exactly what you need to do to make it through. Apply yourself in every way you think possible. Do not get discouraged, this is the beginning of your life. You are supposed to make mistakes and learn some things along the way. Follow your heart and live your dreams. And most importantly ask questions! You will never know the answer unless you ask.

It is important to complete your high school education and to obtain a college degree. Without accomplishing this will prevent you from earning a decent living for you and a family. You will also benefit from college life and all it has to offer. It will enhance your life in many ways such as-How to speak effectively, think critically, write effectively, use your time wisely, learn diversity and so on. I was a high school drop-out and was limited to jobs that had no growth potential for me because I did not have a proper education. I am a single parent of five children. I earned a minimal income as a result. At 47, I am learning the things that I should have learned many years ago. I recently received my GED and attend a community college in pursuit of an associates degree in Business Administration/Human Resource Management. I am unable to join clubs, study as I should, participate in extra activities, net-work with other students etc., because I have to work a full time job in order to pay for housing, car payment and other bills that come with life-Do not become me.

If I could go back to my senior year of high school, I would tell myself that it will be alright, and even exciting. I wish I would have known not to be so anxious and scared of the changes and the transitions. When I came to college, I was so nervous and confused that I didn't fully enjoy the opportunity. I was preoccuppied with my concerns and fears. I would advise myself to put those negative thoughts out of my mind and be more optimistic. Afterall, positivity is key, and hindsight is 20/20!

Appreciate the comforts of home while you have them and never take anything for granted. It is important to get involved and stay involved in high school and take advantage of the opportunities available there. Appreciate the supportive environment while you have it. Treasure every moment and don't wish away such a special year of your life!! Make sure you do your best in school and allow time for those special memories. This truly is a special time and it goes byu so fast!

This has to be a dream. I am looking at myself--well, myself minus one year. Past-Me looks up. She is biting her nails, a habit I gave up recently. “How old are you?” she asks. “I’m nineteen.” The dawn of realization is almost comical. “So you’re in college?” “Yes, I go to the University of Florida.” Her eyes cloud with disappointment. “I know, we didn’t reach our dream of leaving Florida. But I have some good news.” “I’m sure,” she snarks back. Was I always that snarky in high school? “Without UF’s English department, we would still be lost with no idea what we want to do in life. We could still be trying to be sociologists.” She doesn’t seem too impressed. “Right now I’m looking into internships with magazines. And I’ve also found a graduate publishing program in London. We have a lot more opportunities now.” Now she seems to budge. “We have plans? Actually future plans? What happened to throwing a dart at a dartboard and taking the career it lands on?” I shrug. “Things worked out. I am really happy where I am right now.”