College Freshmen Tips

Time has really flown by since the start of my college career. I really plan to use this blog to talk about what this school year has to offer.  As an overview I would like to set some goals for myself just to see if I can reach them.

• Study abroad
• Get on the Deans List
• Continue to work full time during the fall semester
• Join a church
• Have a savings account with some money in it

I have a few quick tips for those of you who will be freshmen this year.  When I was a freshman it would have been great to have some of these told to me.  The number one tip would be to GET INVOLVED!!! I can not stress this enough. Even if you are an introverted person, the first two weeks of school you need to jump out of your comfort zone!

The first two weeks of college define your friend group and help you branch out. As freshmen everyone is trying to meet new people, take advantage of this!

I also can not stress enough to take your academics seriously.  While making new friends and experiencing all of the social aspects of college are important, letting your grades slip is the number one thing that will limit you in school.  Take it from someone who found out the hard way, college is a much smoother ride if you just keep up with your work.  You may have to miss a party or two but this is much better than getting kicked out of school and having to work twice as hard to get back in.

My final tip is to invest in a GOOD backpack.  I personally use a North Face one that I got my freshman year and it is in perfect condition to this day (three years later).  Your backpack becomes your new best friend. You will now be walking to class so if you told me you could only buy one thing for college, this would for sure be it!

Really planning to make my junior year a memorable one! I hope all of you are as well. Leave a comment with suggestions on posts related to college and I will be sure to answer!

Until next time!