Coming all the way to Penn State from Los Angeles, I experienced the biggest culture shock of a lifetime and spent the entirety of last year year adjusting. Now that I’ve adjusted and picked up on some new habits, I noticed some telltale signs that always set me apart from my East Coast friends:

1. You’re almost always late.
2. You wear boots when it’s hot out.
3. But have never owned a pair of Timbs.
4. You crave sushi.
5. And laugh at what other people call Mexican food.
6. You probably pull out your North Face in October.
7. You know all about the Valley-West Side rivalry.
8. And you know the Valley is better.
9. You use “like”, “totally”, and “literally” on a regular basis.
10. You’re a really good driver.
11. As long as there’s no snow, rain, or fog.
12. You dress up when you go to class.
13. You get asked if you know any celebrities on a regular basis.
14. You know the difference between a freeway and highway.
15. But have no clue what a turnpike is.
16. Not being tan pains you.
17. And you are likely to get seasonal depression.