Advice to First-Year Students from Seniors at Boston University
Advice to First-Year Students from Seniors at Boston University
After almost four years, seniors have some wise advice for first-years at Boston University. Check out their picks.
Congratulations on finishing your first few weeks at Boston University, Class of 2028! These past few weeks have probably had you feeling excited, overwhelmed, hopeful, or maybe a little confused in this new realm of independence you’ve entered. Whatever you may be feeling, trust me, you are not alone, and luckily, we’ve asked a few seniors for some words of wisdom! First-years, here is some advice from your fellow Terriers via Boston University’s new broadcast channel, The BU Broadcast:
Show up to events alone—you don’t always need a buddy!
@sophia_caffrey
Try to make at least one friend in every class.
@dyllybowzer
Get that free merch!
@deenasimone
Good things take time to happen! Don’t be so hard on yourself.
@kel_101888
Start studying early. Cramming will stress you out.
@haileymarie129
The network you form on campus will stay with you for the rest of your college career.
@rebeccagarciaam
Ask questions! Use the resources you have.
@joyeeelin
If you stay ready, you don’t have to get ready. Study actively.
@corndog.sdk
Take care of yourselves first. Be easy. One step at a time. :)
@dr.ovee
Be patient with yourself, frustration is just nearly there.
@pizzotti8
Be nice to your professors! Build a nice relationship with them.
@from_ynnk
Join clubs—it is a great way to make friends
@izabel.cupi
Time management! The better you manage your time, the less overwhelmed you are.
@jad.marrouche
Enjoy the process!
@mandy1.0.1
Plan out your classes wisely.
@amllwi
Make the most of your first year! Everyone is in the same boat.
@leah.schuss
Go find a study spot you love and make it fun. Find a study friend.
@chrissybee926
Make friends, join clubs, see Boston! Study, but there is more to life.
@kohne15
Stay present. The days are long but the years are short.
@hermelahaile
Don’t compare yourself to the people next to you; your journey will differ from the next.
@hermelahaile
Get started on things early.
@gchenngg
Sleep is crucial. Once you’re sleeping schedule slips up, so can everything else.
@sophia_caffrey
StuVi 26th floor. Awesome study spot. Also, the Dunkin on Buick Street is the best.
@sophia_caffrey
Take a PDP class for credit! There’s pilates, sailing, rowing, boxing, dance, tennis, tae kwon do, etc.
@sophia_caffrey
We hope you’re feeling a little more settled after reading advice from your fellow Terriers. Cherish your time here at BU because these years will go by fast! Thanks for following along, and have a happy and safe rest of your first year.
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