Julio

After the two weeks that I’ve spent here, there’s a few things I’ve learned. One is don’t go to the dining hall at noon for lunch on a weekday, and the other is that there are a few things that you can’t leave your room without. without further ado, here is a list of things you need to survive your first week.

1.  Water Bottle
   So in college you move a significant amount. By significant I mean more than you did in high school. Staying hydrated is crucial especially during the summer when you’re moving building to building for class. We’re 50%-65% water, make sure you put back in what you expel out. Plus water is good for the brain. If you go too long without it, you get a migraine. Just keep one attached to your backpack in its sleeve, you never know when you might need it.
2. Pen and Notebook
   No matter where you go carry a pen and something to write on. I’m sure you don’t, but if you think the only place you can learn is in the classroom, then you have another thing coming. In the two weeks here, just listening to people conversate I’ve learned more than I have in the classroom. So whether you’re a journalist major or a physics major, take a pen and paper everywhere you go. The people on campus are some of the brightest minds the world has to offer, so take notes when someone says something interesting to you.
3. Bongo
   Iowa has the best bus system in the world. That may be a hyperbole, but it’s sooo good. People get intimidated by the app, however once you become a wizard with it, you never have to walk anywhere again. The buses take you everywhere on campus and they’re very frequent when they come. Not only that, if you want to work for them they offer the best wage for a university job. I also heard you make your own hours, must be nice *sighs*. http://ebongo.org/
4. Time Management Help
   Me, I have an agenda, and use the app called Pocketlife. Both have helped me beyond belief. I put everything in there (literally everything). But with all this free time it can get hard to remember what you have to do, especially getting your feet wet in college life. So spend the $7 for an agenda, or a calendar, or download google calendar. Don’t be afraid to do things that benefit you.
5. A piece of Home
   This mainly goes to the people living in a dorm. Moving on your own is something that is sobering and maybe eye opening. I’d be lying if I said you’d never get homesick, because you do. Sometimes I miss Milwaukee like crazy. Even if you do live in Iowa City, living on your own can be very hard. So bring something that reminds you of home to your dorm. For me, I have pictures and art that my friends and family gave to me. Try not to go home so often, bring home to you. When you feel like you miss your family, just look at the pictures and know they’re probably rooting for you.

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