Brad Gardner, College Freshmen, The Golden Ratios
As many of you begin to prepare for the next step in your life, it is okay to have mixed emotions. I could not wait to start college but at the same time I was worried, nervous, and scared. For me, I was about to be the only one from my school to attend the University of Alabama. My biggest concern was being an out-of-state student and not knowing a single person before coming down. When I moved in, I found out right away how easy it was to make new friends. My biggest worry soon went from not knowing anyone to “oh my gosh how do I do my first load of laundry without turning my white clothes pink?” College is a whole new experience. In college, you are on your own and free to do what you want.
One of my favorite quotes and one of my biggest pieces of advice comes from Dr. Seuss. He once said, “Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind.” Some of you may be like me and not know anyone. Or maybe you will attend college with a majority of your friends. Regardless of the situation, always be yourself and do not change for others. I guarantee you will find friends that share the same interests as you and like you for who you are. You’re friends are the ones that will always be there for you. Make friends with people in your classes as well. It is always nice to have someone to help you with homework and to study with.
Another tip would be to get involved. I am currently involved with the senior design hovercraft team, member of AIAA (American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics), and I play club water polo. Being involved is a great way to meet new people and learn new things. If you like sports, join an intramural or club team. If you want to get involved with something related to engineering, maybe join a design team. Whatever you may be interested in there is most likely a club related to it for you to join. If by chance they do not have what you are looking for you could always start one with your friends. Sometimes it is good to go do something fun instead of being bogged down with schoolwork.
Keep in mind as you go to college to stay true to who you are. Do not be intimidated by not knowing anyone. There will be hundreds of people who are just like you who may not know very many people. It is very easy to meet people. Get involved and you are guaranteed to have the time of your life doing what you love to do. You never know what you may learn. So when you go to college, always remember to “Be who you are and say what you feel.”
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