Dear Freshman,
Congratulations on making it through your first week of your college classes! By now I am sure that you have realized that college was not as difficult as you thought it would be. You've probably made finishing touches to your room by now and made friends that only live a few doors down from you. I know that college can be a big change if you have not really been on your own before but I can promise you that you will be able to handle it.
I am currently a Sophomore here at UNCG and looking back on my freshman year, I realized that there were obstacles that I went through to be where I am now. There will be days where you feel like you can not take it anymore but if you pull through and see the brighter side of things, things will turn around for you. UNCG has so many people that are here to help you make it through your first year. Your Resident Advisor is one of many that will always have their door open so when you need someone to talk to you will always have them.
As you have seen from your first week on campus, UNCG has many events to make you feel like you are at home. UNCG is all about having fun and people making connections with other people. Who knows, you might go to one of the events and meet your future best-friend. But whenever you want to go around campus do not go alone at night. Never be afraid to drop a class if you feel like it is not for you. Your advisor is there to help you if you want to make a change in your schedule because you are the only person that knows what is best for you.
Do not think that you have to study all the time while you are here. We have a wonderful library but you do not want to be in there more than you have too. Trust me, there will be plenty of nights when you are in the library into the next morning studying. One great thing about the UNCG library is that our library has quiet floors and floors where you can talk. It also has study rooms that you can reserve if you and your friends want to study in groups.
Do not forget to have fun while you are here. Make friends with as many people as you can because you do not need to shut yourself away from everyone. Take a break from doing homework and have a movie night with your friends or order delivery. There are many restaurants in Greensboro that do take flex so no need to worry about having to spend your own money. Just remember to have fun because your freshman year will go by very quickly, I know it did for me.
Have a great freshman year!
From,
The Sophomore whose first year went by way too ast.
