Students discuss what they would tell incoming students about college life.
If you could tell high schoolers one thing about college, what would it be?
Brandon Nguyen, fourth-year computer science major
“I would tell them to put a lot of effort into researching the school as opposed to [picking] the first one they see.”
Mackenzie Emi, second-year psychology and managerial economics double major
“You don’t have to feel like you need to have your life figured out when you get to college; have an open mind to see what you want to do.”
Jon Peña, second-year neurobiology, physiology and behavior major
“Manage your time.”
Grace Weeks, second-year environmental science major
“Enjoy your pets at home because you’ll miss them.”
Jonathan Thomas, first-year computer science major
“It’s not like high school, it’s a lot harder. You gotta study ahead and not the night before […] to get an A.”
Joanne Agus, first-year clinical nutrition major
“You’ll feel like you’re a small fish in a big ocean.”
Marly Jeane, second-year environmental policy analysis and planning major
“Talk to every single person you meet and learn how to shake hands well.”
Dylan Scalzo, second-year biological sciences major
“Get involved early because you’ll meet more people and you’ll find your place.”
Emily Rabbitt, first-year biomedical engineering major
“Know yourself and have a routine.”
Shailaja Chadha, first-year sustainable agriculture and food systems major
“Not working and not studying will not help you. You will fail or not pass well.”
Shyamal Sheth, third-year neurobiology, physiology and behavior major
“Doing community college first is an intelligent decision. It should not be looked down upon.”
Keshav Tirumurti, third-year computer science major
“Start taking interest in your classes. That’s where you’ll find your passion and what you want to do.”
Written by: Alan Castillo — features@theaggie.org
