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Transitioning into college can be scary. How was your transition? Do you have any tips for new freshmen?

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Emily’s Answer

College is a different experience for everyone! We’ve brainstormed a list of key learnings we had when starting college:
- Learning time management skills - college is the first time where you don’t have a set schedule of school, homework, extracurriculars, then home. At college, the boundaries between classes, work, friends and home can blur - make sure you set time for yourself for the right balance and get ahead of your work! Remember, you don’t have anyone organizing your day for you.
- Adapt your skills - keep in mind, when leaving home, you aren’t just experiencing new schoolwork, but an entirely new lifestyle. Maybe it’s the first time you pick up a prescription or make dinner. Be open to new experiences and take the time to learn more than just the work!
- Make a schedule that fits for you - everyone has different rhythms - a night owl vs. morning person as an example. With the ability to create your own schedule, keep your personal preferences in mind. For example, if you stay up all night, don’t schedule early morning classes. If you learn better after some food, maybe hit the library after a good dinner!
- Find your people - remember, everyone is going through the same adjustment! Find people you trust to confide in and remember you’re not alone!

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Yasemin’s Answer

Hello! Transitioning to college can definitely be something new and scary yes! I still remember the first day I walked onto campus and it was a new experience. In the end though after a couple of weeks, I started getting use to everything. I think it's important to make sure to keep a planner, organize your schoolwork/exam dates, get to know your professors and study everyday; these tips will definitely help to ensure success in college. You are very independent as a college student so much responsibility falls onto you as professors and advisors won't really be too involved to make sure you complete your work. They will definitely help but it is crucial for the student to make sure they are themself putting in the effort. For me navigating campus was a bit tricky, so I would advise to maybe visit and walk around campus a few times before classes actually start.

Best of luck!
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Samantha’s Answer

So my first 2 years of college I was about an hour from home. I came home on the weekends to see my now fiance and little brother play football and to spend time with family and friends. The following three years I transferred to a school that was over 1,000 miles away from everything I had ever known. It was incredibly scary but I learned so much about myself as a student and as a woman. Moving away and really embracing the college life and being away from my family really helped me find my independence and who I am today. My biggest piece of advice is to take the leap and get out of your hometown. Make new friends and do some things that may scare you because it may be the best decision you will ever make.
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Sydney’s Answer

Hi there, transitioning from living at home in high school, to being independent in a new place can be very overwhelming! I remember what worked best for me was getting in a routine and figuring out the best way of studying for me. Once I got those two things down, the transition became much easier for me! Meet new people and try new things! :)
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George’s Answer

Hi! Transitioning to college is definitely a life-changing experience. In this journey, you will learn so much about yourself and grow personally. If you relocate you will quickly find out how self-sufficient you are, and if you are ready for it. If there is any piece of advice I can share it is to find out who in your social network is also going to your university and reach out and build that relationship. When I moved away to college, I lucked out with having some people from high school that I kind of knew living right next door. Those people turned into life long friends and made college life so enjoyable. Outside of the social network, building a schedule and routine is important because you won't have parents around telling you what you need to be doing, you are on your own and you don't want to fail. Fitting in time to cook, exercise, and work(hopefully not haha) is important in breaking up your day so you don't feel over-consumed with school work, but also planned study hours are important so that you don't slack off and not study. Once you have this down, things become normal and you will definitely the growth as an adult that you have made. Take advantage of the events, and don't be afraid to meet new people. College is without a question some of the best times I have had in my life and hopefully, it is for you.
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