1. You Won't Get Lost

After being on campus for a year, I am pretty sure I know where everything is. Now I won't have to ask for directions or where the bathroom is.

2. No More Dorms

Two words: air conditioning. Also, no more gross communal bathrooms or dealing with RA's. I will be able to walk around barefoot and not be afraid of catching a disease. Did I mention air conditioning?

3. You Know How To Battle Exams (and Survive)

Adjusting to college exams and schedules can be hard without knowing what to expect. Now I do, and am ready to pass with flying colors...hopefully.

4. No Orientation Week

Being sweaty, uncomfortable and forced to play a million ice breakers is something I am glad I can pass on this year. I will enjoy watching the freshman trudge back to their dorms from the comfort of my kiddie pool.

5. Knowing All The Best Study Spots

Trying to find a spot to study is sometimes awkward and uncomfortable (especially if you walk into someone's private study session.) Knowing where to go and where to avoid is key.

6. Taking Advantage Of Every Opportunity

I won't lie, I did not receive a gold star for involvement freshman year. I am determined to get more involved and actually follow through with commitments. Seriously, binging on Netflix every night can be fun, but so can going to a new club and meeting new people. It can be rewarding for you now and in the future.

7. You Know What You're Studying

After being an exploratory (undecided) student for most of my freshman year, I know what I am going to study! I am taking classes towards my major and I could not be more excited about it!

8. Knowing How To Schedule Classes

Picking what classes to take can be tricky, especially doing by yourself. I didn't know I was supposed to do it on my own, where was my advisor? I went through the stress of making up multiple schedules to see that they were all ruined. Hopefully, after going through the mayhem that is scheduling classes twice, I think I will be able to handle it.

9. Living With Your Best Friends

I got to choose who I am going to live with for sophomore year and I couldn't be more excited. Not knowing what to expect my freshman year was scary. Now, I know exactly what I am getting myself into. I get to be with my best friends everyday, what could be be better than that?

10. Not Taking A Second For Granted

Freshman year can be tricky and lonely. As a sophomore, I realize how fast time flies. I am so happy where I am, and I don't want to waste the time I do have at school. I am going to live in every moment at the beautiful campus I now call home.

"Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." -Ferris Beuller