We are now two weeks away from the start of classes, and this summer has flown by. It seems like it was just yesterday I was packing up my dorm room, loading my car, handing in my keys and making the last memories in that room.

And let's not forget about the lovely dining hall food.

For some of you, this could be the start of your college career, or it could be your second-fourth year.

Whatever the case is, get involved on campus, as much as you can. For me, I joined a sorority, an academic group, was in symphonic band, and started writing for Odyssey.

This time last year, move-in day was full of unexpected emotions. I remember anxiously waiting to finally meet my roommate, get everything unpacked in our room, and trying to stay stress-free, as much as possible. Then the time came to say goodbye to my parents, and I knew it would be a whirlwind of emotions.

With this being said, here are a few tips to help you transition into (or back into) the college life.

1. Make a list

Make a list of everything you're looking forward to. I will admit, getting back to the assignments and studying for finals can be really, really, really depressing. Focus on the positive things, like an exciting class, or getting to see your friends and making new ones!

2. Be aware of your schedule

Transitioning from summer to school can be difficult, considering your sleep schedule. It is not always a good idea to have a bedtime of 3am and then have an 8am class.

3. Have a goal for this coming year

Make a goal for this coming year. Now, it definitely does not have to be maintaining a 4.0 GPA or acing every quiz in your hardest class. Just write it down, place it somewhere where you'll be reminding of it. This goal should be manageable, even if it is just to get on the Dean or President's list. Looking back at past struggles can help you figure out your goal, and help you improve those mistakes.

4. Get back into the study mode

I know, no one wants to think about opening those textbooks again, and who can blame us though? We have been spending the last two months carefree, not thinking one thing about school. the last two months without a care in the world about school.