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A Letter To Incoming Freshmen

From your fellow RU-N upperclassman.

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A Letter To Incoming Freshmen
Rutgers-Newark

To Incoming Freshmen:

1.) Studying Habits: College is much different than high school. Even if you were an A+ student in high school, do not assume that it's the same in college! College is mainly exams and quizzes and homework is rare and only for certain classes! Studying completely counts on you. No one will tell you that you have to do your homework. No professor will chase you down if you don't come to class. Make sure you budget your time and have enough time for yourself. There is such thing as working too hard in college, people do crack under school pressure. The best way to avoid stress related problems is yoga and some free time just to yourself! There are so many problems that can occur when you get stressed for the smallest things!

2.) Ways to get Involved: Clubs are not the only way to make friends, but that is definitely the best way to make them! Remember that every other freshman is on the same exact boat as you! As eager as you are to make friends, everyone will be the same way! Don't be shy to make friends. Be aware who you hang out with and make sure they aren't being a really bad influence on you and your grades!

3.) Dorm Essentials: This you can always google, but these are some things that I felt were very essential and I wish someone had told me when I came to college! Bring preservable food, readymade food, fans, mattress pads, bathroom caddy,and a bathrobe.

4.) How to Talk to Professors: All professors have many classes of 100 students to work with. Be sure to go to class, respect them, and keep in touch with them. This is college. Your professor will not care if you go to class or not. If you go to class, good for you! But if you don't go, the professor won't force you to come! Ask them questions and make sure they know your face! They can help you out the most if they remember you! They will be the most helpful in your career journey. Office hours are your new best friends!

5.) Making Connections/Networking: Making connections in college is very helpful! Remember that college is the first step into your professional career. Everyone you meet could potentially be your future coworker!

-Sincerely,

Your fellow Upperclassmen.

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