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I would inform myself of the career path I will go into as well as the demanding workload required for college classes. After graduating high school, I started off my college experience at a different University where I bounced around with different majors not sure of what I wanted to do. I finally decided to go into nursing but unfortuatnely, going into nursing required me to transfer to a different university since my previous university did not offer a nursing major. If I could go back in time, I would tell my high school senior self that I will end up going to Viterbo University and pursing a nursing career, which in turn will help me save two years of wasted time and money. In addition, I would inform my high school senior self of the rigourous workload that comes with taking college classes. In order to be successful in college, you need to be organized and take the valuable time to read all of the material in the textbook. By being organized, not procrastinating (very difficult thing to accomplish), and communicating with your professors outside of class, you will give yourself the best chance to succeed in college.

I would tell myself to work hard but also to take time to be with friends and find time to relax. I would also tell myself that it is okay to not be perfect at everything that I do and that it is not a bad thing to say no to taking on too much responsibility. It is also a good thing to learn to prioritize things in order to keep a balance in life.

I would tell me high school senior self not to stress out so much. Grades are important yes but you need to have fun and relax! You can’t enjoy college or your life if you’re stressing so much. Take advantage of opportunities and be proud of what has happened to you so far. Don’t be afraid to be vulnerable either, you’re great when you’re real and honest with people. People will respect you and you don’t need to worry about these popular people ever again. They don’t define who you are and they never will! Go far and achieve your dreams! Please enjoy and be grateful for what you have in your life, and make changes. Not big major life changes, but little changes. Take little steps and move forward as best you can. You matter, remember that. Go out there and make a difference.

One piece of advice I would give myself is to never give up. Things will be challenging and there will be times when you will want to give up, but keep trying and you will get through those bumps in the road. All of your hard work will pay off in the end. Also, it is okay to change your major. When they tell you at orientatino that some students change their major three or four times, they are telling you the truth and it really is okay. College is some of the best times of your life. Do not let yourself be overwhelmed by your homework. Go out and have some fun and meet new people. Ultimately, your grades are most important, but so is making memories. Lastly, it may be difficult at first to move away from home, but you will find a new familly at college and you can always go home and visit your family. This is a new chapter in your life, make the most of it and live without regrets.

The advice I would give my high school senior self would be to follow your dreams and to never give up. To go to the school that your heart is leading you too. It is important in college to focus on your classes and studies. To not procastinate and get behind on any of your work. It is important to start papers, assignments, projects or anything school work well in advance that way if you need it looked over and revised you have enought time to do so. It is also important to use the resources on campus. The learning center and library are great resources when working on papers, assignments, or research projects. It will benefit you in the end. It is also important to communicate with your professors and use them as a resources. They are their to help. Also to attend class every day because missing a class can affect your grade. It is important also to meet new people that can become lifelong friends. Also to try new things and be open to others and not judge anyone. It is what you make it to be so strive and you will succeed! :)

If I could go back in time and give myself advice I would tell myself “your life is in control.” In the past I worried about everything. I would worry about grades, homework, tests, money, relationships, and health. All these aspects in my life were in control, I was a well-organized student who stayed focused and kept a positive outlook on life, but I still worried. I had no reason to worry and no reason to stress about the small struggles I suffered in my life. Today, I understand that I am very fortunate. I attend a great college that has supported my variety of needs. Worrying about the future and stressing over challenges is an unfulfilling way of life. I now possess a strong outlook on life. I do not worry about the little stressors in my life, but rather I embrace every challenge with an open mind. I want my future career and lifestyle choices to be based on the strong ethical principles I have learned and come to believe in college. I have become enlightened by the world and I am ready to use the knowledge I have gained to help those who need it.

Do what's best for yourself. Don't settle. Reach for your goals and try your hardest. Never settle for less.

Angelica MaesTime TravelIf I had to opportunity to go back in time and give myself some advice about school I would definitely tell myself that college is a wonderful place to be and is not as intimidating as I thought it was. Being the first child out of four to go to college was the most important and most achieving accomplishment I have ever done. Knowing the college life now and being able to make a big transition I would advice my self to keep pushing harder and never give up because everything you learn will make things easier for you in the big world. Don’t let anything in this world tell you that you cannot accomplish anything in this world. All the education, studying and sleepless nights will pay off at the end. College is wonderful place to be and knowing that you will become someone important in life is the best feeling ever. Don’t let anyone get in the way of your education.

The main thing I would tell myself is to learn to manage your time better. It isn't easy balancing school, family, and friends. Also, be adventurous and meet new people. It is fine to talk to your old friends but in college it is nice to expand and find life-long friendships. Another big thing is, do not go home so much and give yourself a chance to spread your wings a fly away from your parents. And lastly I would have to say, find a job as soon as you are out of high school because being broke in college is not fun and adds a lot of extra stress.

Going to college is a great experience and it really is not as scary as you would think. Sure there will be a strange campus to get used to and new people to meet, but isn't that half the fun? College is much easier if you continue right after high school. Building on the knowledge that you already have will make college courses that much easier. I waited 15 years, married, and had two children before I started, and let me tell you it isn't easy! Finish high school and start taking your general courses. You have time to figure out what you want to do and which avenue is best to take. Don't let anything stand in your way, apply for enrollment and get the ball rolling. College is nothing like high school either; the other students aren't worrying so much about who did what and what style of clothing that you are wearing. Education is the key to your future, don't put it off and later regret it. I knew that I wanted to be a social worker in junior high. Make an effort to plan ahead and make your dreams come true.