REAL LIFE LESSONS FROM REAL COLLEGE GRADUATES BY MEAGHAN MCGOLDRICK Aspire asked 10 graduates to give us their best pieces of advice for current undergrads. What we got was a lot of reminiscing, a lot of excitement and a lot of lessons learned. Here’s what our friends had to say: “Time management is very important. It’s easy to get caught up in stuff, so try your best to organize your time well.” “Get out and enjoy yourself. Don’t be afraid to try new things.” “Ramen is your best friend when on a budget.” “Break social boun daries. Do n’t just stick to the kind of people you hung o ut with in high sch ool, an d don’t rp be a fraid to meet new people. They might su rise you.” “Don’t always stay in and study. I mean, defi nitely study, by all means — an education is why you’re there — but don’t be afraid to say yes to a weeknight out with your roommates (so long as you don’t miss that 8 a.m. class).” “Co nsider becoming a resident assistant. It’s a li fechanging experience that prepares yo u for real leadership roles in the real w o r l d. ” “Don’t skip involvement d ay.” “Watch the money you’re spending on your meal card. It goes fast, and food is expensive.” “Many of the friends you make here will be friends for life. Make sure to keep in touch with them even after you walk across that stage at the end of four years.” “The freshman 15 is real.” QNS.COM 22 SPRING 2017
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