With Christmas being over and winter break coming to an end, the inevitable move back to campus is approaching. Whether you're excited to go back or sad to leave your family at home, spring semester is a time to work hard and end off the school year with a bang. Here are a few ways you can get a fresh start when returning back to campus for the second semester

1. Be open to new experiences.

Getting a fresh start also means learning to try new things. Maybe this is taking a different type of class or joining a club. Regardless, try to create new experiences during the spring semester.

2. Never forget who your true friends are.

During first semester you probably met a bunch of new people in classes or in your dorm building or just around campus. Meeting new people is great but remember the people who have been there for you when you have had problems or been stuck in life. Thank them and be there for them when they are struggling.

3. Get rid of toxic relationships.

This one is so important to keep in mind. Not everyone you meet will always have your back in college. Sometimes others may use you to help out themselves or will not put in the time and effort to hang out with you. You are an important person who should not be wasting their time with people who will not put in the effort to be your friend.

4. Start a new study habit.

Ok so maybe you did not end up with the grades you wanted at the end of first semester. This is a time to figure out new ways to study to show your professors how smart and hard working you truly are. Ask your friends how they study, create study groups, or talk to your professors about how you can succeed in their class.