When I asked my friends what they wish they could tell their freshmen selves, I expected some feel-good, nostalgic stories. What I got might just be better. The following advice describes why I chose the friends I did, and my advice to you is to find ones that make every aspect of life, even this article, a whole lot funnier.
1. "Don't eat that 3rd caf cookie"
Yes, we know it's tempting. But take it from us, 2 per meal will satisfy your sweet tooth. Do us one better and have a carrot with those delicious, warm, chocolate chip cookies. Especially if you just treated yourself with a famous car grilled cheese and fries.
2. "If you drink chocolate milk with every meal that's an extra 600 calories a day"
I'm not really a calorie counter as much as I am a cookie counter, but this sounds legit. The caf beverage choices can be tempting, but take it from a dedicated chocolate milk drinker. If she says the calories aren't worth it, then they aren't.
3. "If you don't yank the wire to get off the CATA bus you'll wind up going through all of Lansing for 2 hours and completely miss your class"
I've done this too. The 1 bus is a dangerous game. LEARN THE BUS ROUTES and more importantly know when to get off! Don't assume someone else will pull the yellow cord, just do it. Even if it's for the wrong stop, which I've done 1000 times, don't be embarrassed, it's better to be safe than sorry. You WILL end up at the capitol building or somewhere so unfamiliar, so don't forget to pull it. If you're listening to music, make sure you can hear what stop is next, I promise it's in your best interest.
4. "Buy a bus pass"
This is coming from my friend who I have witnessed spend the 60 cents multiple times a week. However, you spoiled freshmen are exposed to a new phenomenon. You get free rides throughout campus. Take advantage of that this winter-even when you're squished in there.
5. "Study harder"
I don't know if I agree with this one so much. I like that phrase that says something about when you die you won't wish you spent more time at work or school but with the people you love. So yes do good in school, but I say have fun. Screw you, Sophia.
6. "Choose community bathrooms instead of suite style so you don't have to clean it"
This piece of advice is also from my bus passless friend. Her bathroom wasn't very clean. Enough said.
7. "Don't waste your time bringing a bike"
I'd have to say that my bike did get me places fast. However, once it is even a little windy, it was miserable. You also risk lots of collisions, which most of us have experienced, even if it was when on foot.
8. "Netflix can be replayed, parties can't"
Binge-watching Netflix movies and shows is amazing. Relaxing nights are a must, but if you find yourself choosing your laptop more than your friends, you are doing college wrong. Be with your friends. Go do fun stuff.
9. "Unloft your bed"
That thing is a trap. If your bed is lofted, it is 10 times harder to get up on a cold, winter morning when you are cuddled in your blankets. The thought of climbing down is preposterous. Make up for storage other ways, unloft your bed by any means possible- it will just make your life easier.
10. "It's okay not to know what you want to do for the rest of your life, and it's okay to be confused about your major"
This is the sappy I was going for, so thanks Maddy. As I rambled on about in my first article, I've changed my major plenty of times. It's totally okay to be confused and curious. Learn about as much as you can! You will surely find your calling, and you will find amazing friends along the way to help you with that.
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