Going to college is new and exciting, especially if you're going away. Either way you're starting a new chapter of your life that's gonna have new people and new experiences to take full advantage of. Here's some advice i have for you
1. Meet as many people as you can.
Whether its in your classes or on your res hall floor. Just meet people, you never know how each person will impact your life.
2. Utilize campus resources.
There's a lot of resources on campus that are there for you. Use them!
3. Get involved.
I tell this to all new students, whether they are transferring or are a freshman. Getting involved is the best way to make friends on campus and get more comfortable too. There's so many clubs and organizations, from Greek Life to accounting club, it doesn't matter. For me it was Greek Life and I've met so many amazing people that have become some of my best friends.
4. Go to sporting events, you get in for free.
I know that sports aren't everyone's favorite thing but when you go with friends how could you not make the most out of it. Plus going for free is great.
5. Show your school spirit.
Going to the sporting events isn't everyones cup of tea and I get it, but there are other way to show your school spirit than sporting events. There's plays, musicals, and plenty of other events that you can go too.
6. Go to your professors' office hours.
Seriously it helps! Also emailing then helps too! Don't be scared of them I promise they're friendly and want to help.
7. Explore campus.
8. Explore the city that your school is in.
Become familiar with the area around your campus. You could find the best Chinese food restaurant but you won't know unless you explore.
9. Get study groups for your classes.
From chemistry to english, study groups are an amazing thing. They help you actually stay on track and honestly a study group can be with as many people as you want. So if you work better in a small group do that instead of a huge group.
10. Put down your phone and live in the moment!
With the way our society is this is a hard one since we have to snapchat everything. But you know what's better is being there in that moment with your friends and not on your phone. Imagine all the things that you won't miss if you just put your phone down and be fully in the conversation with someone.
