I have been out of school for a little over a week. In this time, I have found myself reflecting upon the time between which I graduated high school and now. My freshman year at college has consisted of a plethora of experiences, all of which have shaped me into who I am today. But, I learned 11 things in specific that have stood out to me immensely that I think will help you, freshmen.

1. You have to step outside of your comfort zone.

This could be a given, especially since going to college is basically a leap outside of one's comfort zone, but it still reigns true. College is uncomfortable a lot of the time, especially the first couple weeks of your first semester, due to the fact that you are adjusting to a new life and new people. But, even as you go on later into the semester and second semester, keep stepping outside of your comfort zone because you never know what opportunity you could snatch up.

2. Get involved.

I know, everybody says it. But it is the truth! You have to get involved because it makes your campus experience so much more worthwhile. No matter what it is, just do it! If you are like me, you will get too involved, which can become a problem, but do it anyway!

3. Don't be afraid to quit.

This absolutely is something that needs to be said. Like I mentioned, I did get extremely involved, which became an issue when I realized I didn't want to do something anymore. If you are not getting fulfillment out of something or it is extremely stressing you out to a point that is not healthy, don't do it anymore. Save yourself the anxiety and just quit. It could be hard because of friends, but they will understand. Trust me, it is worth it for the sake of your happiness.

4. You will find your "homies."

I mean it. One of my biggest fears heading into college was finding the right group of people. This is because I go to one of the nation's largest party schools, yet I don't like to party. I thought that I would be the only person like this out of thousands of students, but that is absolutely untrue. I found my people, you will find yours.

5. Make time for yourself.

This is something I wish I would have done more, honestly. As a semi-introverted person, college was a lot for me, because you are around people all of the time, unless you don't have a roommate. But, you just have to take little moments of your day to just be with yourself. Otherwise, being around the same people 24/7 can get a little chaotic.

6. You will feel self-centered, but that's OK.

Now, I know I just said I wish I would have made more time for myself, but in college, I felt extremely self-centered. Not in a horrible way, but just because college feels like a bubble. I just felt as though I neglected my parents and high school friends, none of which ever said anything, but I just felt like I did. And that is OK. These people will still love you no matter what at the end of the day.

7. It's OK to not know what you're doing.

Let me reiterate this... it is OK to not know what you are doing. If we are being honest, the person who seems extremely perfect and put together has no idea what they are doing. Nobody does. I have had people tell me they think my life is together, when really I have no idea what I'm doing. Which is OK because, like I said, nobody else knows either. We are all just getting on by.

8. Don't be afraid to change your major.

Even if you are dead set going into school knowing exactly what you are going to do, your mind might change. I thought I was going to go into Journalism, yet I am switching to Media Arts and Studies. Do what makes you happy. Don't be afraid to change, and don't let anyone tell you what you should pursue. That is your own decision.

9. Dorms aren't the end of the world.

Sure, they can be gross or small, but they really aren't that bad. Just deal with it and don't make a big deal about it.

10. Stay away from the all-day breakfast and pizza.

Honestly, you will thank me later.

11. Gaining weight is inevitable.

This may not hold true for everyone, but I think it is bound to happen. It may not be exactly the freshman 15, but don't be surprised if you gain a little bit. Like I said, stay away from the fatty foods. And if you end up gaining a little and don't like it, change that. Do yourself a favor and transform yourself into who you want to be!