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10 Pieces of Advice to Incoming Freshmen From Current College Students​

Some advice to help transition into a college lifestyle

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10 Pieces of Advice to Incoming Freshmen From Current College Students​
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I asked some of my friends who are already in college for their best advice for incoming college freshmen.

1. The most said advice, be yourself. It is so important to be yourself because this is how you will find your true friends, and where you belong. College is all about finding who you are, and your interests.

2. Get involved on campus. Getting to college, you most likely will not know a lot of people, so the best way to find friends is to get involved. In your first year, I recommend getting involved within two to three organizations or clubs. This will help you be connected on campus, and will help you make tons of friends, and connections. You might even find an organization or club that will help make your school feel like home!

3. Be easy going. College is a lot like being in the real world, so go with the flow. You can't control life, or everything that happens to get be able to let things go, and let others lead the way.

4. Always have your computer, a notebook, and a pen. You never know when you need to write something down, or look something up. You might even be late to class, but if you already have your things on you, you're all set!

5. Be friendly. You never know what kind of day someone is having. Being friendly could get you somewhere you didn't think was possible!

6. Go to office hours frequently. Show your professor you are trying, and putting in the work. Also, let the professor get to know you. The more your professor knows you, and sees how hard you are working, the more they will want to help you.

7. Manage your time. If you want to get involved on campus, and go out with your friends, make sure you have set time for everything. Remember, you are at college to learn, so make sure your school work gets done before it's too late!

8. Study hard, play hard. Like I just said, you are at college to learn, but it's equally as important to have fun with your friends. So, as long as you are getting your work done, go out and have fun!

9. See your academic advisor at least once a semester. Make sure you are taking the correct courses, and you are on track for your major. The better you get to know your academic advisor, the better they can help you.

10. Go to the job fair at least once a semester too. Although you may not know what you want to be, it's good to get your feet wet, and see what's available, and out there. You will be able to make connections with different employers, and maybe even find an internship!

Good luck to all the incoming freshmen this year!

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