Michael
Knowing what i do now, i would tell my past self to relax and not worry its not a hard transition. Not to stress on missing out with your NY friends. Thats what i did and i was super shy when i came to orientation and i regret it. another is prepare to be on your own, i know im an independent person but buying food and getting school work done could work out better if you are more aware. Last done by shy and meet new people as thats what i failed on and i missed out on alot and hopefully i can find more friends males and mostly female. The first year was bad the first time but if going through it the second listening to this it will be alot better.
Elvie
i would tell myself to read way more books and apply for scholarships way more then i already have. Also i would tell myself to save money and be ready to work very very hard.
Kayla
If I could go back to talk to myself as a high school senior, I'd tell myself to stay the way you are. Being that it's a lot of kids first time really being away from their parents, they might start to do things they wouldn't normally do. It can get out of control depending on how much self control you have. The best thing to do is to have a demanding and determined mindset and you will be fine. Stay true to yourself and you will not be disappointed leaving college. It should be one of the most exciting times of your life.
Christina
If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school student I would tell myself to plan ahead for college. I would need to think about financial issues and how much college is going to cost me. I would apply for tons of more scholarships. I would also tell myself to plan out a study schedule. In college I was able to plan one out easily, but I would tell myself to plan this before college. I would make sure I know where all the resources are located in the college I am planning to attend. I would tell myself to talk more with the school to get to know my options as a student better.
Stanley
Make sure you have all your financial business in order. My family had a hard time getting financial help for me and I could not obtain any credit due to the lack of credit. If possible, find a school in your home state as you can received more money from your state. Start as early as possible applying for free scholarship money and check into the school you want to attend for grants they may have. As far as college life is concerned, stay focused on what you are there for, to get your degree. Keep open communication with your professors.
Michaela
College is just around the corner and I know you’re excited and nervous all at the same time. Finally you get to be on your own, there won’t be anyone there to tell you what you can and can't do. This seems great, but freedom comes with responsibility. Once the weekend rolls around drinking and partying will be the only thing on your mind. I say this from experience being the life of the party isn’t always a good thing. People will judge you every second of everyday; don’t become known for a mistake you made one night. Don't lose sight of why you’re here; school must come first in every situation. Professors will give you assignments and their due dates the first day of class, so work ahead make it easier on yourself. Make a study schedule and stick to it, because if your day is all planned you're less likely to find yourself in trouble. Finally just because you may have screwed up a few times in the beginning doesn’t mean that’s the end, you're the one in charge so change it.
arvantis
Looking back three years ago when I was a high school senior the advice I would tell myself would be the following things; stop my procrastination, improve my poor time management skills, and my study patterns.
The first piece of advice is that I would give would be to work on my procrastination. I find that constant procrastination delayed my academic work. For example, due dates are closer than you imagine this should caution you because time is limited for school assignment.
Another piece of advice is time management. I always taught that “a mind is a terrible thing to waste”, but in fact time is a terrible thing to waste. I believe in order to go from being an average student to an above -average student it is important to have good time management skill.
The final piece of advice I would give would be better study patterns. This academic skill is an important characteristic that will help you excel as a student. Ultimately, having study session within the quiet walls of the library.
In doing these three things it will help to take you from an ordinary student to a superior student that stands out among their peers.
sosthene
has a senoir, preparation for the next level of education, being emotionally, mentally and physically ready for college. breaking away bad habits, and starting good study habits. focusing on the goals to be successful in the classroom.
Kayleen
If I could go back to my senior year of high school I would make many changes. Since begining college last semester I learned very quickly that college is life changing experience. There are no more easy days. I was able to procrastinate in high school. Due dates were always given in advance and teachers would remind us daily. College I must read my syllabus and keep a daily planner. Something I would have never did as a senior, the only planner I kept was of football games and social affairs. I would have paid more attention and became a better note taker. Taking notes and keeping track of deadlines is impairative. Staying organized, keeping all papers is an aspect in college. No shoving papers inside the locker or backpack only to find them weeks later and taking a late grade. I now carry folders for each class marked with dividers and tables of contents. Study habits something teachers in high school preached about. Cramming for an exam was easy in high school. Not in college, It is almost impossible to cram for a college exam. If I could step back in time I would and learn many new traits.
Nicole
The first thing I would tell myself is "SAVE MONEY NICOLE". I have always been motivated and kept my head straight, and came out with a 3.0 GPA for my first semester. Although I knew school was expensive and strived to apply for every scholarship under the sun, it still wasn't enough. So i wouldnt down talk myself, and say get my heads in the books cause that was well learned from my mother. I would just simply remind myself, you don't have to eat out everynight.....JUST SAVE MONEY!