So you're all set! You've moved into your new dorm and are ready to start your college journey! But what's missing? You're going through your Instagram and reminiscing on your friends from back home, wondering if you will be able to make similar connections at school. How do you know where you fit in?

Rest assured! Coming to a new school and being off on your own can be difficult, making friends can also be hard. So how do you know who to hang out with? After all, you're trying to stay in college and not flunk out; what crowd is best for you?

Being a freshman can be intimidating with all of the upperclassmen, especially since they are older than you. And though you may have been homecoming queen in high school, college is NOT high school. The most important step about making connections in college is first you must know who you are. Even if you're not 100% sure about who you want to be, it's important to not fall victim to peer pressure. Yes, college is a place to "find yourself", but if you've never partied a day in your life before college, maybe those kids that go out every weekend aren't the best fit. An important key to successful friendships is to be yourself! Acting like someone you're not will not only cause drama, but non-genuine friendships. The friends you are supposed to be with will accept you for who you are! No matter who you come across in college, always remember to stay true to your heart and trust your instinct!