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Random Thoughts |
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These are just random suggestions from me that
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Take an umbrella, a big one.
While it’s not cool in high school to carry one, it’s not
cool in college to get drenched in the rainstorm and drip on
the cute guy/girl next to you in class. Golf umbrellas are
the best, or you can get the ones that reduce down to the
size of a pencil. Some even have college logos on them and
are pretty cool.
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Send a letter home. If you
want to make big points with your folks, especially mom,
send a letter home. I can assure you it will be kept
forever. You don’t have to say anything important, just let
them know what you’ve been doing, how your classes are, and
of course, how much you miss them.
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Ask questions (especially you
guys). You are probably used to knowing the answers to most
questions about your immediate environment. When you go to
college this will not be the case, no matter how familiar
you are with the college. Don't be too proud to ask
questions or ask for help when you need it. Everyone needs
help sometime, and you can be the expert later, for now just
ask and get your question answered. In my experience, girls
are more likely to ask questions than guys, and guys also
seem to dig bigger holes for themselves. Just a thought.
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Take an orientation class.
Many colleges require new students to enroll in a Freshman
or New Student Orientation class, while others offer it as
an option. Regardless how much you think you know about
college life, the changes in your life are so varied, that
there is no way to adequately prepare for all of them. An
orientation class can help prepare you for potential
pitfalls, as well as help you avoid them. Besides, your
orientation instructor is usually very knowledgeable about
the campus and its services, and they're often someone
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Although school is important,
make sure you get out and have some fun! Take study breaks,
watch your favorite movie with a friend, or get a group
together! Don't stay with your nose in your books for the
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Also Visit... |
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College Answer Guy
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answers to questions about college, has a blog too! |
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