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Freshmen Year Survival Guide: Boston University

The ins and outs I learned my first year of college.

Jordyn Block
Aug 22, 2016
Beacon Hill, Boston, MA
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Freshmen Year Survival Guide: Boston University
Jordyn Block

1. That Canada Goose your grandma bought you the summer before college doesn’t make you that cool.

Almost every student has one, too.


2. T Anthony's is ALWAYS a good idea.

Trust me on this.

3. DO buy snow boots.

I am now a junior and am guilty of not purchasing a pair until last week, but please don't make the same mistake.

4. Mugar is not the only place to study.

In fact, it is one of the last places I go to study; explore the campus and find your place.

5. While you may be inclined to save money, take yourself out to a nice dinner with friends.

The food in Boston is truly amazing and you will not be let down.


6. You might be one of several hundred kids in a lecture hall, but your teacher will remember your name if you make the effort.

Do it. You can thank me later.

7. It is OK to say no.

If you have a really tough week ahead, take one night of the weekend to stay in. Maybe you do nothing to prepare for your exam/assignment, but the relaxation and sleep will take you much further than regretting the feeling after a night or two out.

(Trekking in the snow to get ice cream is studying, right?)

8. Join an organization and do not feel obligated to stay.

College is about finding out what you are truly passionate about; the group leader will not hate you for leaving.

9. Bay State dining hall is BAE.

No, seriously. I ate here multiple times a day and rarely got sick of it.

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