Freshman year of college went by like a flashing light and was pretty easy-going. Now as a sophomore, things aren't so laid back and here's why:

1. Classes are much harder... like, really hard.

Last year I was able to get my homework done in about an hour and now it takes me an hour to finish one problem for a stats assignment...

2. We have to start figuring stuff out.

'Tis the season of major declaration and applying for internships like crazy!

3. People ask you the same questions:

"So what are you majoring in?" "Where are you studying abroad?" "What are your plans after college?" Hold on buddy, I just declared my major, that doesn't mean I figured out every aspect of my life.

4. You really get to know who your real friends are...

People I called my best friends last year are now only people I say hi to on the way to class. It's crazy how things change!

5. Time? Haha, what's that?

This year my schedule is packed to the max, academic overload, extra-curricular activities, studying, meetings on meetings, oh and don't forget to volunteer here and there.

Being a college sophomore is not easy, but we end up feeling more accomplished. As we slowly figure out our lives and plans for this year we get closer to understanding what our purposes in life are and that's exciting!