With 20 years and five semesters of college under my belt, I look back at so much I have done and so much I have learned. I have had so many opportunities, met so many incredible, life-changing people and experienced so many trials I've had to overcome. God has done such amazing work in my life so far and I am so excited to see what He has in store for me next. In the spirit of nostalgia, I've compiled a short list of things I've learned over my year and half in college that have helped me get to the place I am today.

1. Spend your time wisely, value every moment because they fly. Spend it doing the things you genuinely care about, not the things you think you should.

2. It's okay if you don't have it all together. Cut yourself some slack, do your best and don't let the stress or pursuit of perfection become you.

3. Give all you can to the people in your life. These relationships are some of the most important things you will get to take with you, so let them know how much you love them.

4. Take every opportunity that comes your way, even the ones that scare you. Step outside of your comfort zone and you never know what you might find.

5. Make time for God. He wants so badly for you to make Him a part of your journey, and trust me, no one has ever regretted having Him tag along.