Our summer intern Laura Card is a rising sophomore at Colgate University, where she plans to major in Biology and Women's Studies.
Q: I'm about to start my first year in college. What advice would you give me before I pack the car?
A: Balance your time! The best skill to have during college is, without a doubt, time management. Find a balance between academics and your social life, and don’t forget about sleep! Pulling all-nighters never feels good in the morning--make sure you’re fully rested to take on your next day.
Plan ahead! I found the best way to prioritize my time was to outline my weekly schedule. Taking five minutes each Sunday night to write down any assignments, exams, or events I had throughout the week helped me stay organized, efficient, and prepared!
Take a class outside of your major! Branch out during course registration and try something outside of your path of interest. Following the pre-med track, my schedule was pretty science-heavy, so I decided to take Introduction to Women’s Studies and ending up loving it so much that I’m looking to double major in Biology and Women’s Studies. University offers lots of cool and interesting courses--try one out, you just might love it!