14 Things I Wish I Knew Before Coming To College | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Student Life

14 Things I Wish I Knew Before Coming To College

Good advice.

10
14 Things I Wish I Knew Before Coming To College

As this school year comes to a close, I can't help but think about all the things that I have enjoyed thus far in school. Although there are so many things I enjoyed, I still feel as though I missed out on many things in college. Here are 11 things I think you should know before coming to college....

1. College is going to go by fast.....so soak up every memory. Go to every athletic event. Participate in everything and make sure you soak up every memory.

2. There are a lot of places that offer discounts. Just ask because you never know. You could save so much money.

3. College is going to be a lot of work, but trust me, it will all get done in time, so don't stress yourself out.

4. Not every friendship is going to last, and that's OK. There are plenty of other people in this world that can be your friend.


5. Stay Organized, because it will benefit you in the long run when it comes to schooling. Make sure you keep up with your studies too. Trust me, that GPA does matter and employers are going to care, at least for your first job that is.


6. Get Involved...it will bring you friendships, opportunities and so many more benefits. Trust me, there are plenty of things to get involved in: Greek life, religious organizations, and there are even opportunities for you to create your own club or organization.

7. Get Healthy...Trust me, a couple hours a week at the gym is only going to help you. Drink water, and limit junk food. Trust me, it will make a world of difference.

8. Don't Skip Class.....(often). Class is important. I understand there are days you just need a break, but make sure you stick with a schedule.

9. You are going to miss your family and that is OK. The homesickness will go away with time.


10. Get to Know your teachers... trust me, it is all about who you know.


11. It is OK to question your Major...you might not know what you want to do with the rest of your life, and that is perfectly fine. There is time for you to figure out what you want to do with your life.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
cousins
Bailey Totten

I've known you your entire life. More than likely I held you in the first three days of it and at least one of us cried. Cousins are truly one of the best things in the world and while sometimes I complain about how many people crowd Grandma's living room on Christmas Eve, I wouldn't trade you all anything.

You are my best friends, the only people who can understand what it's like on Thanksgiving, and you are the spunkiest people I have ever met. But you as so so young, most of you are just now starting your adventures in the public education system. I mean, I'm so very young too. I'm not married, I don't have children, heck, I just started my adult life, but I do want to give you what little advice I have. My dears, these are the things I want you to know.

Keep Reading...Show less
ORHS Graduation
Kristen Sack, ORHS Graduation

You are a senior in high school, you have made it to the final year that you have been looking forward to since the first day of freshman year. Whether this has been the worst or best four years of your life, appreciate it. You will never have these times back, you will never be in high school again. It is hard for someone still in high school to wrap their brain around, but there will be a day when you wish you could be in the shoes you're in right now. Here are 15 things I have learned being in college that I wish I knew as a high school senior:

Keep Reading...Show less
one tree hill
Wikimedia

Everyone, and I mean everyone has heard of the show "One Tree Hill". Many people think that this show is the best thing they've ever watched and others won't bother watching it because they know they'll get hooked. And yes, I know many people have written about this show before, but I couldn't resist. I could re-watch every season multiple times to the point where I can almost quote an entire scene. Trust me, once you start "One Tree Hill", you will be hooked. There's way too many reasons to list as to why you'll love this show, and these are just a few.

Keep Reading...Show less
Health and Wellness

5 Ways To Bring Positivity Into Your Life When All You Want To Do Is Drown In Self-Pity

It seems like life has been serving up more bad than good and in all honesty, the only thing you want to do is crawl under your covers and hide from the rest of the world.

2061
5 Ways To Bring Positivity Into Your Life When All You Want To Do Is Drown In Self-Pity
Photo by Kinga Howard on Unsplash

The first two weeks of classes have come to an end and they have been anything BUT easy. It seems like life has been serving up more bad than good and in all honesty, the only thing you want to do is crawl under your covers and hide from the rest of the world.

Although this seems like the best solution, it is also the easy way out. Take it from the girl who took basically a whole week off from her life because she just could not handle everything that was being thrown at her. This caused her to feel extremely lonely and even more stressed out for being behind in classes that JUST began.

Keep Reading...Show less
friends

1. Thank you for being my person.

2. Thank you for knowing me better than I know myself sometimes.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments