Everyone says that college is the best time of a person's life and now us freshman can start to understand why. As freshman year comes to an end, it's important to reflect on all of the lessons we learned during our first year at college. It seems like it was just yesterday that we were unpacking and learning how to navigate campus. Freshman year, without a doubt, taught us so much about ourselves, our habits, and how to party, among many other things. It's bittersweet that the year is almost over but here are some of the most important lessons I learned during my freshman year in college.
1. Netflix and food are the best things to talk about when trying to make a new friend.
2. Never shower without wearing flip flops.
3. A fracket is your best friend in the winter.
4. It is completely acceptable to FaceTime with your dog.
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5. Never stop talking to your home friends.
6. Getting extremely sick at least once during the year is unavoidable.
7. Caf food will never be as good as your mom's cooking.
8. The "Freshman 15" is a real thing.
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9. Doing laundry isn't actually that hard.
10. Never ever pass up an opportunity to get a free T-shirt.
11. 8 a.m. classes? Never again.
12. Being tired all the time is the only possible lifestyle.
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13. Napping is a savior.
14. Getting homesick is normal and okay...
15. So is bringing your favorite blanket and stuffed animal to school with you.
16. Netflix is necessary for survival.
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17. Learn all the hit songs from the 90s and 00s to maximize your frat party experience.
18. The weirder you dance and the louder you sing, the more fun you'll have.
19. Always keep chocolate in your room to help you de-stress.
20. Dominos is key to the perfect night out.
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21. Learning how to spend your money wisely is very difficult.
22. Always set multiple alarms in the morning because your parents won't be there to make sure you get out of bed.
23. You'll find some of your best friends on your freshman hall.
24. Never change for anyone; be yourself.
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25. Enjoy every second because it goes by fast.
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
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