College is normally thought of as a time for furthering education, tons of homework and learning to connect to the professional world. Although that is all true, it shouldn't be thought of in a negative way, the way most people perceive college life. So let's rephrase and add some stuff to the initial impression of college. College is a time for expanding your knowledge (which motivates you to do the homework), creating lasting friendships, find the job that's right for you, being involved in campus life and learning more about yourself and your talents than you ever thought possible! So be involved at your school; get to know your school, fellow students and teachers!

Have school spirit! I have really taken a liking to The Beach Boys' song Be True to Your School since starting my freshman year of college, which inspired the title of this article. Go to the football games, be involved in a social club and take advantage of cheesy activities. Those will really help you connect to your school and especially other students.

Be proud of your school! Put your school name on all your social media sites, tell your friends at home they're missing out on a fun opportunity and take goofy pictures with everyone (yes, even attempt to photo-bomb others' pictures)! Put the school's logo on the back of your car and a pennant on the wall in your room. Show off your college; it'll do your heart good to know you're blessed to be a part of a college family!

Never give up! College will have it's rough patches, like everything else does, but stick with it. Remember why you started in the first place. Imagine yourself 10 years from now. Will you be happy you persevered through college and graduated? Or would it have been a mistake to quit?

College is such a great opportunity, if one uses it wisely. Study hard, meet new people, but most importantly have fun!

"So be true to your school now.
Just like you would to your girl or guy.
Be true to your school now.
And let your colors fly.
Be true to your school."