My freshman year of college has finally come to a close- and looking back, I realize I have learned a lot. I'm not the same person that I was when I went to school in August, and I am glad. Not only did I learn a lot in classes, but I learned a lot from the people that I met and the experiences that we shared together. One of the biggest lessons that I learned from one of my professors was that if you pay attention you can learn the most outside of the classroom, and he was right. I know this isn't a catch-all list of absolutely everything you can know about college, but I think it's a start. Besides, no one really knows everything anyways.
1. It's not as scary as you think
2. It's really easy to make friends
3. Naps are your friend
4. Living on the third floor gives you really nice calf muscles
5. Intelligence is attractive
6. If you put in the time, your professors are willing to help you
7. Don't be scared of your professors
8. Don't be scared of upperclassmen
9. Coffee is not the best way to keep yourself awake, but you'll drink it anyways
10. If you're lucky, your roommate will be your best friend
11. Studying is important, but so is having a social life
12. Networking is just as important as going class
13. Speaking of which, you should go to class
14. College students are weird
15. It's okay to not know what you're doing
16. Saying yes to random things = good memories
17. It's okay to call your college "home"
18. Your college friends are the best friends you will ever have
19. It's okay to need some alone time
20. You are always going to be making new friends
21. Putting yourself out there is scary, but it usually leads to good things
22. You will have free time to have fun
23. Living in a dorm isn't that bad
24. Yes, finals and midterms are as stressful as people make them out to be
25. Drinking water is so important
26. It's better to get your homework done early instead of at 2 AM
27. But it's okay if you end up doing your homework at 2 AM
28.You're starting over so people are going to take you as you are, so be yourself
29. Remember to take care of yourself
30. Mental health is very, very important. Take care of it
31. You should take classes that have nothing to do with your major
32. Remember to eat your fruits and vegetables
33. Call your parents
34. Writing letters to your friends back home is fun and sentimental
35. You will learn a lot by being friends with the international students
36. Colleges give you a lot of opportunities, don't take advantage of them
37. Don't wear heels to parties
38. Going out is only okay if it doesn't affect your schoolwork
39. This is just the beginning
40. Granola bars are life
41. Always check the weather before you leave for class
42. Remember to set your alarm
43. You will learn something about yourself every day
44. It's cool to try new things
45. Don't worry about looking stupid
46. Take pictures
47. Get involved with clubs on campus
48. Make sure you have a good resume
49. Having a clean room eliminates a lot of stress
50. Live in the moment and don't take anything for granted!
