Leaving home for college is one of the biggest changes you’ll experience in life. You’ll have so much freedom, and you will learn so much about yourself and the world around you. College is a time to branch out and find what you do and don’t like, as well as figure out what you want to do with your life. Freshman year is the beginning of the best four years of your life, so here are a few tips on how to make the best of your time at Kent State:
Take advantage of your meal plan!!
For more info, click here.
Make time to workout/stay in shape.
There will be plenty of time for partying during the next 4 years. Use this time to organize your dorm/schedule and meet the people on your floor.
i.e. Black Squirrel Festival, Blastoff, etc.
Get involved in as many groups or clubs as you can to see what you like and dislike.
Explore the local downtown area and familiarize yourself with it.
This includes Homecoming, Fake Patty’s Day, and Halloween, among others.
If you are interested, it’s a great way to meet people and stay busy on campus!
If you ever have to choose between going out and staying in, always choose to go out.
Explore and familiarize yourself with campus as much as you can.
It’s a convenient and efficient way to earn some extra cash.
Do it!
Your feet will thank you, since Kent’s campus is huge!
Might as well, considering you’re already paying to attend them.
You can sign up for one at the Rec (Recreation and Wellness Center).
For more information regarding what is offered, click here.
Don’t be offended if a black squirrel throws an acorn at you as you’re walking to class… it happens to everyone.
This means memorize them!!
Unless you’re studying, of course.
It’s so important to stay informed about what’s going on around campus.
And actually carry it with you when you go out.
You get free stuff!
There are so many discounts and free things that different businesses have to offer college students.
These years go by way faster than you think.
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