Important Tips for Your First Year

Here are important tips for easing into your transition to college.

• Build new friendships. A big part of the college experience is meeting new people and forming new friendships so get out there and meet new people whenever possible.

• Expect things to change. Things will change both at home and in your school life, so expect things to change over time. You will grow and so will the people around you.
  
  


• Understand that it may take time to fit in. Most people don't make best friends on the first day of college. It takes time to build friendships, so don't get discouraged if you don't fit in right away.
  
  


• Don't be afraid to ask for help. Many people feel embarrassed or ashamed to ask for help with their depression but this is unnecessary as it's a common and treatable problem that you don't have to deal with alone. Tap into campus resources to find help or tell a friend how you're feeling.
  


• Keep in touch with family and friends. You can help beat homesickness and loneliness by keeping in touch with friends and family members.