Your freshman year of college is exciting. Everything is new, you're bright eyed and busy-tailed, ready for anything. You get to join clubs, the possibility of Greek life, business/honors/community service fraternities. You get to join all kinds of organizations. You'll sign up for numerous things, because you're sure that you can fit everything into your schedule. You're finally on your own, independent, and free from the reigns of your parents. Dorm life, roommates, the chance to eat whatever you want whenever you want. You also have the freedom to go out and have some fun, anytime you see fit. Everything is up to you, and you get to decide what you want to do with your time.
It's scary, because you don't know what to expect. The college traditions, living by yourself, living with other people. It's different, exciting, and scary all at once. After experiencing your first year, you'll learn a lot. You'll realize how to manage your time (hopefully), how to deal with tough situations, and most importantly, how to take care of yourself. Responsibilities might overwhelm you at first, but now? After your freshman year, it's not new anymore. It's just a matter of getting used to things- the college way.
When I first came to Miami, I was so excited for my independence. Finally, I'd be away from home, and I'd get to do things on my own. I joined several clubs, joined a sorority, and had a great freshman experience. Adjusting to school is difficult, and sometimes people choose to transfer schools, and don't have very good experiences. Luckily for me, I loved Miami. I had chosen the right school for me, and I was happy.
Here I am, as a sophomore. I've signed my lease on an apartment for next year. I've established a group of great friends, I play club tennis, I have two internships, and I'm attempting to join a business fraternity. It's been successful so far, and I finally have a plan for what I want to do with my major. After your first year, you realize that you actually have buckle down and work harder for your classes. Nothing is new anymore, the excitement dies down a bit. This is when you have to start planning for your future career, and prepare for the life as an adult.
Freshman year- there's a reason why it's "Fresh"-man year. Everything is fresh and new. By sophomore year, you start to realize who you are, and what you want. Your choices become more consistent and reflect your personality and interests. Sophomore year is a time where you start to settle down into the daily life as a college student, and create your own routine. My word of advice to freshmen: Live your first year to the fullest. Time passes by so quickly, and you won't even realize it until it's too late. So, enjoy yourselves, try new things, take risks, and be smart about it. College is the best time of your life!
