Different aspects of your life change dramatically when you step foot onto your college campus. Since I started school in August, I have learned a lot about the University of Iowa, campus, Iowa City, dorm rooms, meeting people, etc. Take a look at my video to hear my tips and experiences to learn about what I wish I knew before going to college. I hope you enjoy :)
Quote of the day: “You do not need to know precisely what is happening, or exactly where it is all going. What you need is to recognize the possibilities and challenges offered by the present moment, and to embrace them with courage, faith, and hope.” ~Thomas Merton
Prior to choosing Iowa, I was always searching for a video on what college students experienced on their first day of school. With a new semester just beginning, things are looking different for me when it comes to my class structure. Here is a little glimpse into what my first day of second semester looked like.
Thanks for watching! Have a beautiful rest of your day :)
Quote of the day: “Everything you do now is for your future”~Unknown
Hi everybody! I’ve been thinking about all of the items I need for my return to school. These are my must-haves for this next semester to make sure I have the most healthy, organized and productive one possible! For those who are prospective freshman, I hope this list will provide you some help when it comes to packing for school because I know that can seem a little overwhelming. For returning students, I hope this can spark your memory of things you may need prior to going back to Iowa.
Item #1: Healthy Snacks!–it is so important to be sure that with all of the stress we are facing right now, you do whatever you can to take care of yourself. I am guilty of having a lot of unhealthy snacks in my dorm room first semester, so for the very busy days, I wanted to look for snacks that will be able to hold me over until I can sit down and have a meal!
Item #2: Gum!–I bring gum with me EVERYWHERE! It’s the perfect addition to your purse for when you leave your favorite coffee shop in Iowa City, or to just take a piece quick right before class.
Item #3: Mac N Cheese/Ramen!–It is absolutely PERFECT for the late nights studying when the cafeteria is closed :)
Item #4: K-Cups!–If I don’t have coffee first thing in the morning…I will not make it through the day.
Item #5: Organizational tools!–I have found that with having classes online, things can get cluttered in your room. Containers for utensils, small bags for makeup products, drawer organizers, etc. are perfect for keeping everything together whether you are on the go or having some cozy and productive time in your room! If you are looking for these products, I suggest Amazon.
For specific food or necessary product ideas you can check out my shopping vlog on my YouTube channel.
Have a beautiful rest of your day :)
Quote of the day: “I am not a shopaholic. I am helping the economy”
With the new semester approaching, I wanted to provide you all insight on how I am getting ready to return back to campus. I have begun a series of YouTube videos about my preparation for beginning school again. This first video is about getting ready for online classes! Throughout the video, there’s information regarding scheduling classes, customizing your technology, and more! Other videos you will see in this series will be on shopping for all of the goodies I need to move back in, packing, and moving in! I hope you all enjoy.
Have a beautiful rest of your day :)
Quote of the day: “Spectacular achievement is always preceded by unspectacular preparation” ~Robert H. Schuller
Making the transition from high school to college can be a very intimidating process, there are a lot of unknowns and sometimes you question if you’re truly prepared for this new step in life. Even though that transition may be challenging, it is not impossible. You just have to find what is right for you. The most important thing is to find the balance between academics and social life you feel comfortable with. Check out my video below to see my recommendations for making the transition a little bit easier!
Have a beautiful rest of your day.
-Heather
Quote of the day: “You have one chance, one life. And what you do with that is up to you.”~One Tree Hill