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Top Five Tips for College Freshman

A list of all the things I wished I had known coming into an going through my own Freshman year.

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Top Five Tips for College Freshman

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Find the best way to study for YOU

Everyone will tell you ways to study and they might seem great but you need to find the best way for you. Watch study videos, try color coding, etc!

Be social but don't OVERLOAD yourself

When deciding when to hangout out, or what clubs to join ask yourself if you truly have the time to commit to it. You wanna have fun but you do not want to stretch yourself too thin.

Early morning classes aren't your friend

8:30's are not the same as they were in high school. You have to take into account the walk time, or bus time, finding a good seat. It honestly just is not worth it.

Join something, anything!

Be involved! I can not stress this one enough, it is so so important. It will help you take time away from the homework that is stressing you out or just give you a break from your everyday routine.

Lastly just enjoy it!

As the school year goes on and gets harder there will be times of uncertainty. Wether it be because of your major, relationships, friendships, or anything in-between do not let it shake it comes as a part of growing up.

Even though Freshman year has it's challenges it proved to be the start of the most exciting journey of my life so far!

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