What I have learned freshman year is that I am more dependent than I originally thought I was. But, I have quickly learned to become independent in hopes for a better future. It is scary and sometimes I want to just go back home to attend community college, but being 5 hours away has been the best experience for me.

What I have learned freshman year is that high school does not matter anymore. Do not think since you were the football star or homecoming queen that all your fans will follow you to college because it is the exact opposite. The only thing that is good for is maybe your resume. So, if you peak in high school take a step down and realize your are at the bottom of the totem pole and have a lot of learning to do.

What I have learned freshman year is that you will most likely change your major 3 times until you have the slightest idea of what you want to do. That is okay. How is anyone supposed to know what they want to do for the rest of their lives when we don't even know how to get to our 10am? Just relax.

What I have learned freshman year is that you'll quickly find your people and this will keep changing. You will find a group that is just as lost as you then grow your group and venture off to new groups. It is a fun experience meeting people for the first time.

What I have learned freshman year is that you'll miss home then hate it by winter break. Listen to me when I say refrain yourself from going home before Thanksgiving break because you will miss home a lot more than expected. But, in my case I was ready to go back after being at home for 6 weeks for winter break because you don't have your college friends at home.

What I have learned freshman year is that time management is hard but it is also really easy. I do have a lot of free time but for some reason I would rather lay in bed and watch Netflix than go to the gym. You have to make commitments. Join a gym group or club. Keep yourself busy. It helps.

What I have learned freshman year is that it extended my awareness to the people and issues around me. I never thought going just 5 hours away would open my eyes to some big issues in the world such has racism, sexism, and educational issues. It has directed me in different paths and become more sensitive to those issues.

Enjoy your freshman year. Get the entire experience and make the most of it. There are people that relate to you more than you think so reach out. Join clubs. Be apart of the school. Make a difference.