Living the College Life
Chapter One
Before Arriving on
Campus
"Think of it as MTV's The Real World
without cameras. You need to adjust to other
people, but still maintain a strong sense of
who you are."
- Vinda Rao, Tufts University, Class of 2006
Even if you've never been camping before, you probably know the
importance of planning for a trip into the deep woods. You'd follow
some basic rules: Take only what you need, so you don't have
to carry around extra stuff. Pack enough food and water. Do not,
under any circumstances, forget mosquito repellent. Expect to
have fun and learn something new, but don't expect especially private
or luxurious accommodations.
Well, mosquitos aren't a big problem on most college campuses.
And relax-food and water are plentiful. But what you take
to school-from your mindset to your mittens-may have a lot to
do with how smoothly the first semester goes. This chapter will
explore some of the questions students face before they head to
college for the first time.
What should I take with me-and what
should I leave home?
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