A degree does not encompass every learning experience college has to offer. Here are ten experiences that may teach you more than your most interesting college class.

1. Take a etiquette classes

I know that this may seem pointless, but it is all about who you know and that means that it is all about how you present yourself. Possible employers take you out to eat so you at least need to be an expert in how to sneak in bites in a non-awkward way.

2. Attend a informal networking event

Talking to people is hard. The more networking events you attend the better. It is even better if there is no pressure when you are attending them, like needing a full-time job. Even if you are not actively looking for a job, go find the networking events your department may put on or go to an event put on by a professional society.

3. Attend a social event where you don't know anyone

Networking and socializing may seem like the same thing but at social events, people usually come with their own groups to hang out with. Attend an event by yourself and see who you meet. Step out of your comfort zone and meet someone new.

4. Environmental Policy class

There are so many new steps being taken in environmental regulation and it affects everyone. From small business owners to industrial monsters. Whether you are living next to an industrial plant or running one, environmental policies apply to you. Taking a class in college that goes through the components of environmental law is important.

5. Hold a leadership opportunity where you have to recruit

Being the face of an organization involves being able to not only talk to people but also being confident enough to get them to be passionate about the organization you are a part of. There are so many vital things to learn from having this position.

6. Take a management class or lead a team

Engineering management classes show that even antisocial engineers need to have to skills to lead a team. Taking on the daunting task of leading a team and learning those vital leadership skills is important. Taking management classes also provides people with perspectives of the entire process of accomplishing something as a team.

7. Create a budget

A very important life skill is being able to create a budget. College is the perfect time to try a budget. You are independent but not independent enough that your parents can't bail you out if you go a little overboard.

8. Fail at something

Failure is the hardest thing to overcome but failing a test or to get the job you wanted is not the end of the world. So taking on these little failures and moving forward is important to accomplish any small success.

9. Vote

Go to your polling location and make an educated decision on someone you want in political office. Don't just vote to say you voted.

10. Volunteer in a place you have never been

Anything that makes you step out of your comfort zone is important because it gives you a different perspective. Volunteering is perfect. It's not permanent, but one day can change the way you look at the world.

College is an amazing place. Get out there and experience more than what is required of you.