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Assuming I could go back in time and talk to myself as senior I would tell myself that you need to start earlier and take school a lot more seriously. That you shouldn't goof off and apply to as many colleges as you can. Try and get as many scholarships now instead of waiting a year later. By the time you think your ready to start you have very little time to get everything done. Listen to the Guidance Counseler and all of the Teachers they know what their talking about.

As a college student, I have realized that college life is not all about partying like everyone talks about. College is fun, but it has to be taken seriously when it comes to classes. When I was a high school senior, I thought college would be completely different. My perceptions weren?t even close to what I was expecting. I guess one can say "expect the unexpected" when it comes to college. There is much more to college such as learning and teaching oneself to study. These kinds of studying habits pay off in college, so as a high school senior I could have adopted these study habits. Also, as a high school senior I could have taken advantage of the many opportunities to sign up for more scholarships. It would have helped a great deal during college years. Another advice I would give myself is to visit the university's online site more often and go on campus to familiarize myself with what college life would be potentially like. Looking back now I have no regrets because I am taking advantage of what I have in the University of Nevada Las Vegas.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a highschool senior, knowing what I know about being in college and how I transitioned. I would tell myself to breathe, and just take things slow and when you got questions do not hesitate to ask because no question is stupid and no question should go un-answered. When choosing a college make sure you look at everything they have to offer, just because your friends go to this one and you dont want to be seperated doesnt mean you should do the same. Go to the college you want to go to, and when you get there just make sure you keep calm, dont get stressed which is easier said than done. Take things easy, study hard and most of all make sure you ask questions when you need to! Going from highschool is a peice of cake, its getting the work done is the hardest because everything changes.

This is going to be a huge change for you, and the sooner you realize the gravity and worth of it, the sooner you will start getting something back from your college experience. A lot of people will tell you that college is different and it is much better; those people are only partially right. As a college student it is your choice to seek and do what you love that will truly set college apart from any previous educational experience you have ever had. Also, wear sunblock and comfortable clothing that you feel confident in.

Ambition. Perseverance. Resourcefullness. These three words define a college student thriving to achieve their degree and eventually an opening for their perfect job. As for me, these words are the epitome and foundation to what I have learned at the collegiate level. Looking back in the past as a high school senior, I recall myself to be successful in academics, busy in extra-cirricular activities, and even teachers' assistant. However, these three important characteristics that I discovered in college never really came to mind. If I went back to being a high school senior, I would ellaborate on using these three characteristics to enlighten myself to what was ahead. First, being ambitious requires you to look and think past the obvious. Go the extra mile and seek to understand rather to be understood. Second, take whatever obstacle that comes as a positive aspect and not a negative one. Persevere and look for options to resolve the problem in question. Finally, use what is around you as a tool; a connection that will help you achieve your goals. Friends, professors, advisors, or even the cool use of intellect that a book can provide, will ultimately bring you closer to your success.

If I could go back and talk to myself I would probably tell myself that college is not a game and to take it seriously, take risks but live conservatively and study as hard as I could. I would also tell myself to prepare better my senior year for the experiences good and bad that I would have to face. I guess if I had to just say what I should of done it would be just to prepare better.

My biggest burden now, this second semester of my freshman year. Ranging from food, books, and tuition. I would tell myself to save more, find more scholarships and possibly another part time job. For 3 years I have had a job that is extremely seasonable, most favorable in the summer. Which means money is a bit low in the winter. But that will not be good enough for sure in college, so find another part time job and save that money for books! And tuition is stressing everyone out, especially mom and dad, so you got to put way more time into finding some, it will make life a little bit easier! Because if you don't you will feel terrible second semester with the worry of money. You'll have to balance: a job hunt, scholarships, and working. Life will just be running so much more smoothly if you save some money and get another job, do it man, do it!

In my first semester of college I did not focus and did not finish my sememster. I also did not return to college until I was 24. So going back I would talk to myself about how I needed to grow up and focus on my classes. I would tell myself "you do not need to be a follower, and that it is more than okay to be "the nerd" and study on a Friday and Saturday night". This information, if I would have listened to it, would have been the pep talk I needed. If I would have talked to myself about how dedicated I needed to be I am sure I would have done much better in that semester and been able to continue/ complete my education at UNLV much sooner.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to get out there and meet as many people as I can. I would tell myself to not be scared of anything, get out there, and learn something new. I would tell myself to have the courage to do anything because I will be able to do it as long as I put my mind to it. I would tell myself to work harder than I am working now because I could do better. I would tell myself to get more scholarships and do more than I am doing now. If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to be better than I already am. I would not settle with being average.

If I could go back in time and tell myself what to expect about college, I would tell myself not to worry as much as I did through my senior year of high school, because I was well prepared for the courses I would be taking. Educationally, I would reasure myself that I was wellrounded and would shine in class discussion and in papers where my personal opinion could be put into writing. I would explain that although I was bright, I needed to make sure to keep a schedule as to not procrastinate the work load that I have until an unreasonable amount of time is left for me to give my assignments as much dedication as I could. I would stress that college is more about just the classes and encourage myself to get involved in going to atheletic events or looking into clubs and activities sooner then I did, because getting involved in school is more then just receiving an education.