Just like Ron Koertge states in his poem, when you begin college you should be relaxed. Be ready to enjoy your college and writing experience. You do not have to be serious all the time--definitely make sure you give yourself time to have fun.
While many students think college is just about doing your work and getting good grades, it is important to be social, make friends, and stray away from the normal obedient student.
Get out of your seat. Be creative. And be willing to "laugh so loud everybody in the world frowns and says, 'shhh'"(Koertge). Although you are getting older, you are all young at heart. Let your child inside of you show. Let it shine. And do not be afraid to be who you are.
College is not as scary as you think. It is actually awesome to be able to do whatever you want when you want it. As well, there are so many students here, which will soon become your friends.
Thank you for your thoughtful and enlightening post. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. Have you thought about commuters (haha)? Do you think it's a different experience for those who commute opposed to those who live on a campus of a college? I am asking because I am a commuter! I don't think it's much different but it's just a thought. Nice job :)
ReplyDeleteI think that there is a little difference between commuters and those who live on campus. I feel like living one campus makes a social life a touch easier but living at home definitely has its benefits too, like your own bed, quietness to study, and better food.
ReplyDeleteHey Andrew, solid job. I really like you analysis and look forward to reading your blogs.
ReplyDeleteDo you think that fear (of grades, a new lifestyle, etc) affects people from being themselves at college?
I love how you expanded this into something bigger. I also agree with you absolutely. College as we know it is a first chance to really step back and do those things that you want to do, regardless of whether you need to or not. That's not to say college isn't scary and that there are not things you need to do. It is scary and you need to do some things. But both sides of this are played up significantly because it made such an impact. The experience itself is important, which makes the details seem larger to those who have been through it. Do things, in essence. Because you can, because they can be done.
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