5 Things Every Freshman Needs
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5 Things Every Freshman Needs

I am sure you forgot a few things

Madeleine Noe
Aug 19, 2020
University of Georgia
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5 Things Every Freshman Needs

I just moved to Athens, Ga for my first year of college. I thought that I was entirely ready to go. I had the essentials such as laundry detergent, decorations, and many MANY blankets. However there is a lot of things that I did not see as essentials until I got to campus, so for any college freshman upcoming, here is a list of things you will DEFINETLY need next year


1. Phone Wallet

There is nothing more annoying than having to dig through your bag to find your ID for dining, transportation, or even entering the building. A phone wallet can save you the grief of everyone looking at you as you say sorry multiple times and try your best to get to the multiple cards in your wallet. They can be found at the local target for $5-$10. I spent my first day at school carrying two lanyards so I could have my card and keys.


2. Rolling Cart

My mother told me multiple times that I would need one of these and I did not believe her. I use a rolling cart for food and extra storage. It is easy to move and use. It also provides my roommate and I a way to say "hey! you can take literally any of the food on this shelf" so no one get aggravated or annoyed with asking permission.



3. Slippers

This might be a given, but I did not even think these would be something I needed. Dorm's can be kind of grubby and walking to the bathroom is not ideal. Shower shoes are also not super comfortable. If you just want something nice to walk around the dorm in, get some slipper to save urself from diseases.


4. A Journal

Not everyone is into journaling, but personally I think it is a great way to relieve some of the anxiety that might be felt during the beginning of freshman year. It also is a good way to look back on the memories from some of the best years of your life!


5. A Hopeful Attitude

Remember that everyone is in the same boat as you. Everyone is trying to find their way on campus and make friends. IF you have a good attitude about it all you should be good! College is meant to be fun! Enjoy your time as some of these people you will know for the rest of your life!

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