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Andrew
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What are some problems/issues that students moving away from home for college run into that no one talks about? #Spring25
What mental challenges does someone moving 3-4 or more hours away from home run into.
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Thao Pham
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Hi Andrew,
You did a great job highlighting the often-overlooked aspects of the question.
From my own experience, I learned just how important media literacy is, and I discovered the tricks of advertising that no one taught me 15 years ago.
Think of transitioning to college like getting a promotion to a leadership role at work. You have more freedom and responsibility, and you need to create your own systems based on your environment, like university guidance, classmates, and industry connections.
You'll face many unknowns, but it won't be boring. So, how can you prepare? Gather some friends and work on small projects together. They don't have to be serious—maybe a one-day adventure to a new place. This will help you practice brainstorming, planning, executing, and improving your skills in communication, collaboration, and strategic thinking.
Hope this helps!
All the best!
Cheers,
Thao
You did a great job highlighting the often-overlooked aspects of the question.
From my own experience, I learned just how important media literacy is, and I discovered the tricks of advertising that no one taught me 15 years ago.
Think of transitioning to college like getting a promotion to a leadership role at work. You have more freedom and responsibility, and you need to create your own systems based on your environment, like university guidance, classmates, and industry connections.
You'll face many unknowns, but it won't be boring. So, how can you prepare? Gather some friends and work on small projects together. They don't have to be serious—maybe a one-day adventure to a new place. This will help you practice brainstorming, planning, executing, and improving your skills in communication, collaboration, and strategic thinking.
Hope this helps!
All the best!
Cheers,
Thao