Move In Day

Move in day will be the busiest day of your life! Every other Freshman is trying to move in with you. Some colleges have move in times and others, well get there early. If you have a rolling cart/ flatbed dolly, take it. Most or all of the ones provided will be taken.

No matter how aggrivated you are with your family trying to take control, let them. Because after this day, you are in control of yourself. Let them have the joy of controlling you, lol. Don't worry about unpacking until you have moved furniture around and you and your roommate are both there. Moving furniture AFTER you have unpacked, sucks. If your roommate hasn't shown up yet and you can't move furniture around, unpack. First come first serve. There isn't much to dispute about, it's a small room.

Hopefully, by now you have found out who your roommate is and have contacted them. Work things out, maybe one can buy the fridge and the other the microwave. Figure out when each other is moving in, room arrangements, etc.

The first day or weekend, will be the most fun. You will meet so many people, possibly the school will have a BBQ, you take a huge step in your life and learn about so many clubs with endless possiblities. If you love school spirit, join their spirit team. No, not cheerleading. At St. Edwards, we had the Hillraisers, we went to the basketball games, soccer games, lacross, etc. Cheerleaders but from the stands and no tumbling. It's a great way to show your school spirit, possibly free games and food, and it goes well on a resume when applying for jobs on campus. Going out for clubs is a definite plus on your resume. So join what interests you or start a club that interests you, maybe you start a new school tradition and big brownie leadership points for you!

Now the sad part, leaving your friends and family behind. Know that they are just a phone call away and that they won't forget about you. Even though they might not call every second, they are thinking and probably talking about you. So when your ear is burning or ringing, it's them. Keep them updated, even though you don't want them in your business, be responsible and let them know your progress. They will be the person to call when you aren't doing so well in a class. They will push you to do better and possibly scream saying "I am not spending all of this money for you to mess around!" I've heard it and it made me work harder. It isn't my money going down the drain, it's my grandma's and the governments. We complain that they suck at budgeting, well don't let them know by you not doing well in school with their money. If you didn't sign the FERPA form, then tell them what's going on. They will find out one way or another. It shows them that you are being mature and are trying to build that adult relationship with them.

Miss your friends? My best friend and I wrote letters often. If you did all of your homework and want to be an awesome friend, write them a note and send it to them or wait till you see them next. Skype/ Oovoo, call, text, Facebook, keep up with them. Not talking to them will lose them. Send pictures of what you do. My bestfriend and I actually had pictures taken with each other and we each framed them and had them on our desks.

Don't get stressed. Family is forever. Be mature and build an adult relationship with your parents. Most importantly, have fun and know what you are doing is great! School will help you go far in life! P.S. Make sure you have gotten school supplies and books! :) One of my friends forgot.

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