Everyone always asks what did you realize when you got to college. Well besides many all nighters, procrastination is a bad idea, honors seminars are weird, so many fun activities to do, and dorms suck. I wanted to name five things I realized that were a little different from the usual don't procrastinate and lecture about how you must study.
1. Endless time was imaginary.
Every tells you in high school you will have so much free time in college. Hahaha, they are lying to you. Yes your schedule is more flexible than high school was, and sometimes you can choose your schedule in college. There are some classes though that are only at a certain time so you may have no choice but to have a 7:30am class. Also you should probably have job while in school to help build your resume. Which will require some of your time. There are organizations you will want to be apart of, and you will use your free time for those. Also you are going to be studying a lot. I thought IB caused sleepless nights in high school, but honestly college is worse at times. When it comes to midterms, essays, or finals you maybe up all night. People who have endless amounts of time are obviously doing something wrong cause well for one you have at minimum 12 hours of classes weekly. Being super busy is not a bad thing though just means your really working really hard.
2. Ramen is your best friend.
Yes you hate it, but when your so tired from walking all over campus, and studying for that impossible exam it is so easy to make. Also it is cheap so you can buy all different kinds of ramen. That way you have a variety to eat. Again all it takes is hot water so instant food. I never thought I would eat this much ramen in my life, but it happens.
3. The importance of a raincoat.
Yes it becomes essential for your wardrobe. I have no idea how many times I was glad I had it in my bag because it started it raining randomly. If you are from Oklahoma like myself you can agree about its unpredictable crazy weather like random rain that causes flash floods.
4. Headphones
I wore out two pairs in one year because I used the so much. I wore mine while I walked across campus to classes. Also if you decide to go ride your bike or run they will be nice to have. Number one reason I love my headphones, was some people do not understand the library is a quiet space.
5. Bicycle
Yes you have to worry about people stealing your bike. Yes I had someone take mine, but it was awesome while I had it. It was easy to go from one side of campus to another in minutes. Ultimately it means you can sleep in late, and still make it to class on time. Also if you have ten minutes to get to your next class well if you have a bicycle then don't worry. Make sure your bicycle is secure or else someone is going to steal it from you. You may think no one would want your bicycle, but someone will steal it. Don't be late to class because some professors take attendance grades, and will deduct points if your late.
