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Don't take too many credits your first semester and don't be afraid to ask for help and attend tutoring clinics on campus.

I would advise myself to get used to studying and learning on an individual basis because college professors aren't there to hold your hand like a lot of teachers in high school are. I would also advise myself to not declare a major unless I was certain that it was what I wanted to do because otherwise you might take classes that won't really count towards your degree if you change your mind.

I think I would take the same route I did the first time around. My senior year of high school I moved out to Las Vegas and instead of enrolling in a regual public school, I entered a dual enrollment program where I attended high school and college simultaneously. I took high school classes with high school teachers on the community college campus. I think attending this community college helped me prepare for what college life was going to be like, and especially since I was enrolled in both high school and college at the same time. I was still able to have high school as a cushion when college was rough, but at the same time I got the chance to stick my foot in the water so -to-say, to see how college would truely be like. I then enrolled in the community college and graduated with an associates degree where I then transfered over to UNLV. Being at the College of Southern Nevada helped prepare me for the college experience I would have at the university level. It was very beneficial and I would do it the same way the second time around.

I would tell myself to listen to my high school teachers when they said to not procratinate. As a Straight A student in high school I did not believe that college would be any different. I soon realized that College is alot different being that you have no one there to keep you on track besides yourself. I am on track now and working very hard to accomplish my goals while working full time. I would tell myself to stay focused and take advantage of all the amenties that my school has to offer i.e., academic advisors, on campus resources, activities, etc. I would also encourage myself to get involved in the school and meet new people.

Brittany, you are a beautiful, smart and fun girl. Get involved with more campus activities because your time at UNLV will be longer than you expect and you should make the most out of it. Take all the necessary classes you need to find out what you really want to major in. Participate in class and sit in the front whenever possible. Talk to your professors. Not having a job will do wonders for your GPA but you'll do great regardless. You don't need a personal laptop to do well in college, and not having it makes you work smarter. You are blessed and you will graduate.

I would advise myself to stop being so cynical and do not be afraid of opening up. I used to be someone who kept to himself often and had a hard time carrying on a conversation with strangers. I would tell myself to loosen up and don't worry so much about the future. I wouls say what lies ahead in college is possibly the greatest experience in my/our life so do not be afraid to try new experiences and do not worry so much about what other people think. College is a great opportunity to start over. College is a time to reinvent one's self for the better so do not be afraid of modifying routines or listening to different types of music. Life is far too short to stick to one perspective and one way of living. Try some new experiences and meet new people to make the most out of life before committing to a more restricting life with a full time job and career.

Take your time to select a university. Don't thumb through the file cabinet and randomly select. Do your research. Don't be afraid of rejection letters, apply to the best schools anyway. Don't worry about the cost, things will all work out in the end. Put forth your best effort on the ACT exam and keep trying until you get your highest score. Research scholarships and apply for them all, you are an excellent essay writer. Always remember: good enough is not your best. Only your best CAN BE your best.

Nothing is impossible. You can pass any class if you put enough effort into it. Make time for studying your number one priority because you usually need more time than you make time for. The worst feeling is knowing you could have done better on a exam if you would have put more effort into your studying. The struggle just makes it that much better in the end whether its a quiz, exam or a semester.

High school is a joke but when it comes down to it, score really high on the SATs. A high score on your SATs is your ticket out. Also get invovled in extracurriculars and try taking tougher classes such as Advanced placement and honors.