On The College Tip #3

You're either entering your Junior or Senior year of high school, or you're a freshman in college. Some people ease right into the college groove.... others need a little help. We've asked college upperclassmen and graduates to share some advice, so throughout the year, we'll share tips from two people a week. Our second tip is coming from: Teka

Dorm Food (if you have a fridge and/or microwave):
I always had fruit snacks, real fruit (like bananas and apples), peanut butter, chips/pretzels, red bull, bottles of water, and bread. And of course ramen. Anything that's quick and easy for class, studying, late-night-after-the-club-cravings and just hanging out in general.
And please remember to TAKE YOUR VITAMINS! They make a world of a difference in regards to endurance, studying, and weight gain.
Oh, and every college student should have B-12. It metabolizes the food you eat into energy!!!

Extracurricular Activities:
Get involved with the association affiliated with your major!!! Especially if it's one you have to be invited into (meet the criteria, of course). That's a must and looks great on your résumé (shows commitment to your major/profession). Also, have fun at the club/organization fair freshman year. Mingle. Pick up brochures and cards. Network and talk to an array of people. This is your chance to explore what you do and don't like because more than likely the club you're most involved with in college will either (a) end up giving you some of the best friends you've known and/or (b) end up being a career or hobby your very dedicated to when you graduate.

Hair Tips:
Find out who braids on campus or learn to braid your own hair. Protective styles are your friend!!! If you rather not braid or weave your hair, be sure to perfect styles with minimal manipulation because trust me, after late nights of studying or partying or hanging out, you're not going to want to have to do a lot to your hair in the AM. Also, I loved comparing and sharing products with my friends. We helped each other with our hair and even developed some staple products and regimens.
Now, the more acclimated to your schedule and the more you perfect your time management, your hair will become a part of your identity and walking statement!

Stress Relief:
Talk to someone! You'd be surprised how much better you feel after venting. It's great to have that friend that always listens, but also make sure you know where your school's counseling services are located. They're available to help and provide resources if you feel overwhelmed. Other ways to relieve stress can be working out, writing, taking time for yourself to be pampered or shop (within your budget!), or even taking a nap! Sleep helps.

Hope these tips help, and congratulations on beginning the BEST YEARS OF YOUR LIFE!

Teka, C/O 2012 from CNU

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