7 Reasons College Friends Are The Best Friends | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Relationships

7 Reasons College Friends Are The Best Friends

College friends are the type of people to stay in your life forever, through thick and thin.

443
Personal Photo
Elvira Makk Frid

As the spring semester comes to a close, I often find myself thinking about how thankful I am for the friends I have made during my first year of college. My friends are the reason I love my time at FSU so much. They are my biggest supporters and I can confide in them with anything. My life would not be the same without them, and even though they could never replace my friends from back home, I love and appreciate them just as much. Your college friends will be there for you through thick and thin, so take time to thank them.

Here are seven reasons why your college friends are the best friends to have.

1. They support you.

My friends in college are my biggest supporters. They are the first to tell me how good I look on a night out and the first to congratulate me on big achievements. College is a monumental time, and as we all have new experiences for the first time, having an amazing group of friends cheering you on makes it even greater.

2. They always make sure you're okay.

Whether you're feeling down about failing your calc test, or you're about to make a really stupid decision, college friends will be there for you. Chances are your friend group in college is smaller than it was in high school, and this means you guys are especially close. College friends are true friends who always take the time to make sure you are safe and happy.

3. You make the best memories together.

Going to a big school like FSU, I quickly learned that there are so many things to experience. Going for a weekend beach trip, joining a school organization together, or even falling down the stairs at a party all become great memories when you are with your friends. Being able to look back at all the crazy and wonderful things you have done together is one of my favorite parts of friendship.

4. You can be yourself around them. 

At a big state school, the chances that you see the same people every day are pretty slim. Because of this, making a fool out of yourself or stepping out of your comfort zone to do something a little crazy isn't as scary as it was in high school. When you are with your college friends, you can finally let lose and be the crazy, stupid version of yourself that you have been hiding for so long. There is no judgment in college and this makes it all the better.

5. They pick you up when you're down. 

While my friends at college have seen me at my best, they have also seen me at my worst. No matter what it is I need them for, they are always there. They are the first to sacrifice their own priorities in order to pick me up and care for me and that's the epitome of true friendship.

6. You can tell them anything. 

College is the time to experience new things and try things you never would before. Having a group of close friends that you can share any of your experiences with is an amazing part of college. As soon as anything crazy or wild happens to me or one of my friends, the group-chat is sure to blow up. We don't hide anything from each other and I always love the stories my friends tell me.

7. Your time together is precious. 

College only lasts a few short years, and since you might not see your college friends every day, this goes by so fast. Busy schedules often mean making time for each other is harder than it was in high school, but this also means that the time you do have together is so much more valuable. Even though you may argue and bicker, the time you spend with your friends at college will be some of the best moments of your life.

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

15 Mind-Bending Riddles

Hopefully they will make you laugh.

186926
 Ilistrated image of the planet and images of questions
StableDiffusion

I've been super busy lately with school work, studying, etc. Besides the fact that I do nothing but AP chemistry and AP economics, I constantly think of stupid questions that are almost impossible to answer. So, maybe you could answer them for me, and if not then we can both wonder what the answers to these 15 questions could be.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

Most Epic Aurora Borealis Photos: October 2024

As if May wasn't enough, a truly spectacular Northern Lights show lit up the sky on Oct. 10, 2024

12794
stunning aurora borealis display over a forest of trees and lake
StableDiffusion

From sea to shining sea, the United States was uniquely positioned for an incredible Aurora Borealis display on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, going into Friday, Oct. 11.

It was the second time this year after an historic geomagnetic storm in May 2024. Those Northern Lights were visible in Europe and North America, just like this latest rendition.

Keep Reading...Show less
 silhouette of a woman on the beach at sunrise
StableDiffusion

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of suicide/suicidal thoughts.

When you are feeling down, please know that there are many reasons to keep living.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

Power of Love Letters

I don't think I say it enough...

456327
Illistrated image of a letter with 2 red hearts
StableDiffusion

To My Loving Boyfriend,

  • Thank you for all that you do for me
  • Thank you for working through disagreements with me
  • Thank you for always supporting me
  • I appreciate you more than words can express
  • You have helped me grow and become a better person
  • I can't wait to see where life takes us next
  • I promise to cherish every moment with you
  • Thank you for being my best friend and confidante
  • I love you and everything you do

To start off, here's something I don't say nearly enough: thank you. Thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart. You do so much for me that I can't even put into words how much I appreciate everything you do - and have done - for me over the course of our relationship so far. While every couple has their fair share of tiffs and disagreements, thank you for getting through all of them with me and making us a better couple at the other end. With any argument, we don't just throw in the towel and say we're done, but we work towards a solution that puts us in a greater place each day. Thank you for always working with me and never giving up on us.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

11 Signs You Grew Up In Hauppauge, NY

Because no one ever really leaves.

25657
Map of Hauppauge, New York
Google

Ah, yes, good old Hauppauge. We are that town in the dead center of Long Island that barely anyone knows how to pronounce unless they're from the town itself or live in a nearby area. Hauppauge is home to people of all kinds. We always have new families joining the community but honestly, the majority of the town is filled with people who never leave (high school alumni) and elders who have raised their kids here. Around the town, there are some just some landmarks and places that only the people of Hauppauge will ever understand the importance or even the annoyance of.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments