It’s back to school time, and that means it’s my first week as an official LSU senior. Here’s what I’ve learned along the way… Freshmen, take note.
1. Get as Involved as Possible from Day One— You’re new here and so is everyone else. Now is the time to meet as many people as possible. Everyone is looking for new friends, so don’t be shy.
2. RELAX—Seriously, Don’t Stress—Between using Moodle, scheduling computer tests, finding food, doing laundry, and staying sane, it can be stressful! Just relax. Everything will be ok. Take a deep breath and handle each task one at a time.
3. Wash Your Clothes Saturday Morning, not Sunday Night—Trust me on this one. Saturday morning not your thing? Check out laundryalert.com and look for times when the laundry room is empty.
4. Get Ahead and Stay Ahead—Every prof says this, and they’re right. Keeping up with the material is easier than cramming the night before. Your grades will thank you. (And so will your parents.)
5. Be Honest and Open with Your Roommate— Music too loud? Dirty clothes taking over the room? Don’t be afraid to speak up. Be honest, but polite. The more open communication you have the smoother it’ll be. It goes two ways—listen to their concerns as well.
6. Use the Online Companion Website for Your Textbook - Most textbooks have an interactive online site with quizzes, practice problems and more. Use this! You’d be surprised how often the sample questions on the website appear on actual tests.
7. Always Carry an Umbrella—Enough said.
8. Use Your Resources - Free scantrons and blue books in the Student Government office in the Student Union. Free fitness classes and evaluations at the UREC. Free printing with your own paper in the Res Hall computer labs. Use these. You’ll save time and money.
9. Be Open to New Experiences—Sit with the Maravich Maniacs at a basketball game; Hit up the RHA Crawfish Boil; Make a snow angel at Snowin’ in the South; Go to Salsa Night with the Ballroom Dancing Club. LSU always has something going on, so be ready to try a little bit of everything.
10. Enjoy Every Single Moment—It may seem hard to fathom now, but graduation comes too quickly. You’ll always remember your time at LSU, so make the most of it every day. Carpe Diem!!
What do you think? Did I miss something? Tell me your advice below.
XOXO - Girl in the Purple Polo
Monday, August 30, 2010
The Purple Polo-- A New LSU Res Life Blog
Who, What, When, Where…what’s the last one?
Who’s the Girl in the Purple Polo? That’s me—the writer of what I hope will soon be your new favorite blog (wink, wink). But first let’s start with the other W’s.
When? I’ll be posting a new blog every Thursday and dishing info on all of Res Life- past, present and future.
Where? Well, where else—Facebook! And blogger.com too!
Who am I? I love LSU football and everything purple and gold. I am excited, energetic, but at times a bit stressed. I love meeting new people, and I actually find the smell of new text books invigorating. I’m nervous about graduating and entering the “real world,” but I know the time I’ve spent here has been best of my life so far. In a sense, I’m every student on campus who is passionate about LSU.
But why? I guess I forgot the most important one.
Why am I writing this? I am entering my senior year at LSU and want to share some of what I’ve learned with you. But why Res Life? Good question… Res Life has been a core part of my life since I was a prospective student. Reading the view book, working as a desk assistant, leading tour groups – you name it, I’ve done it with Res Life. There’s always so much going on right here on campus, so I’m going to give you the inside scoop from a view that only The Girl in the Purple Polo has.
Who am I really, though? You’ll have to figure that out on your own… XOXO –Purple Polo
Who’s the Girl in the Purple Polo? That’s me—the writer of what I hope will soon be your new favorite blog (wink, wink). But first let’s start with the other W’s.
When? I’ll be posting a new blog every Thursday and dishing info on all of Res Life- past, present and future.
Where? Well, where else—Facebook! And blogger.com too!
Who am I? I love LSU football and everything purple and gold. I am excited, energetic, but at times a bit stressed. I love meeting new people, and I actually find the smell of new text books invigorating. I’m nervous about graduating and entering the “real world,” but I know the time I’ve spent here has been best of my life so far. In a sense, I’m every student on campus who is passionate about LSU.
But why? I guess I forgot the most important one.
Why am I writing this? I am entering my senior year at LSU and want to share some of what I’ve learned with you. But why Res Life? Good question… Res Life has been a core part of my life since I was a prospective student. Reading the view book, working as a desk assistant, leading tour groups – you name it, I’ve done it with Res Life. There’s always so much going on right here on campus, so I’m going to give you the inside scoop from a view that only The Girl in the Purple Polo has.
Who am I really, though? You’ll have to figure that out on your own… XOXO –Purple Polo
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