Washington College Top Questions

I started college at fifteen and was on the fast track to persuing a degree in accounting. Truthfully I thought I knew it all. I was good with numbers and I was sure accounting was for me. It took me four semesters to change my major to business. This time it took me five semesters to decide that business was not for me either. I was at a loss, I was passing passing all my classes with A's and B's, but I hated it. I had already put a lot into schooling, including money, and what was it all for? After a year and a half in college and a lot of praying, I decided to give school one more try in nursing school. I've written this to say, my college experience has taught me to never give up, to keep look for the answer even when it feels so far away. I've learned the value of time through his experience as well. Things didn't happen in the time frame I wanted, but through the experience I have learned to value what i have learned and my career a hundrend times over.

I am a first time college student in my family so this was a completely new and foreign experience for me. I have learned to not be afraid of being exactly who I am and letting get to know the real me. I have learned how to meet new people and as a result I have become friends with my fellow students who are from all over the world. I also found out what fields I am best at and also what I am not. Attending this school is truly valuable to me because it is not just a college, it is a second family. Everyone, students and faculty, go out of their way to make you feel welcome. I was extremely nervous about going to college, but this is turning out to be one of the best things I will ever do. As I look back at myself just a year and a half ago, I realize that I have become more of an adult, I am a stronger leader, and I truly believe I am a better person now for making the choice to go to college.

I am currently not attending a college. I am applying though to a lot of colleges so that I could start on my career, and get some more education in photography or whatever else I go into.

I have gotten the experience of a lifetime. By attending Washington College, I was able to maintain a 3.0 gpa, play a varsity sport, join a sorority, and volunteer my time to the community. By having the opportunity to be involved with all of these activities, I have learned how to be disciplined, focused and enrich my life experiences by voluntering. It has taught me life lessons that I could not have learned anywhere else. Playing a varsity sport taught me how to manage my time and focus on what needs to me done. A sorority taught me how to appreciate others and spend my time with people who care about me. Volunteering taught me to give back to the community and never forget those who are less fortunate. At most schools you only have time for one of the three. Washington College allowed me to be able to experience all of these things, while maintaining good grades.

Dear High School Me; Right now you are propped up against your desk, chin resting in one hand while the other furiously draws out a pedantry of essays and papers and reports that all blend several aggitated hours. Listen to me, doll, I've been there. Put the pen down and step back, physically move away from that corner of your room and just BREATHE. Go kick a ball around with your brother, and help cook dinner for your mother. You'll miss them more then you will ever admit. Take a camera to that trip to the park with your friends because those are the memories you will cherish the most. I know it seems crazy for me to tell you this when there are colleges to apply to and work to be done, but I promise you, I know. Once you are in college the only things that matter from those years will be those little times, when the sun was in hand and everyone you loved was simply beside you. The only skills you need to hone are to love and let go. To move on and remain friends. So Go. Hurry. Best Wishes, -Your College Self

When I was a senior I didn?t know what to expect when I went to college. I had this picture in my mind that college would be filled with social events and countless hours of homework. Also, I thought the classroom expectations would be far different than that of my high schools. Now having spent over half of a semester in college, I can say that my notions about post-high school life were outrageous. Although I am enrolled in classes, on the dance team, and the treasurer of Hillel, I still find time for friends and homework. I thought that college was going to be an endless battle against time to fit in homework, friends, and extracurricular activities. If I could go back a year and give the na?ve senior version of myself advice, it would be to relax. College is only another step in a person?s life and although it is life changing, it?s not much different than being in high school. You're still able to balance academics and a social life easily. I would tell myself to take a step back and enjoy my last few months as a teenager.

Never be afriad. This experience will lead to many firsts which you cannot be afirad to try. This is one of the greatest moments of your life so take the opprotunities that are handed to you without fear and self doubt. Never be scared to speak out or stand up for what you belive in. You will be given many chances to do both. You have the power to change lives and this is the best place to do it.

If I could go back, the advice that I would give myself would be not to worry so much. In order to got to private college I had to take a year off from school in order make enough money to attend. When I graduated I was afraid of the unkonwn. While all of my classmates knew what they were going to be doing in the coming fall, I was nervous about if I was going to make enough money and if my acceptance would still be held open. In hindsight everything worked out great. I recieved high marks in community college helping me to obtain a scholarship. As well, I made enough money to pay my tuition for the year. This is why I would tell myself that I should enjoy my senior year and not worry about the next year. Things will work out on there own.

Don't wish away high school. You will be sad once it is over. Make sure to say goodbye to people you really care about. Keep in touch with people that you're closest with. Don't worry that you don't fit in at first, you will in time. Don't sweat the small stuff. Don't try too hard.

If i could go back and give myself advice as a high schooler, I would begin by saying that college is definetely an opportunity that can not be missed out on. I would tell myself to work harder in high school to prepare myself for the work load that is given in college. I would also tell my high school self that it helps to take college seriously. It is important to have fun while in college, but it is more important to do well especially since money is being put towards the college education. I would also tell myself that I need to find a way to balance working a job and school work because it is tough but important to stay ahead. Although one cannot go back in time to tell their past selves things that they want to know, I am fortunate to know the things that I do know now.