The class of 2019 just rolled up into Capital. It’s okay to be scared. Everyone is rooting for you. As humans, we feel that we are going through something no one else has ever experienced. Sometimes that’s just plain wrong. In order to help you, here are some tips and things Capital University first-year students should know.
- “You don’t have to love your roommate” – Courtney Meyers, Sophomore
- “Beware of parking spots and public safety ticketing you” – Alec McCoy, Senior
- “Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Use your resources” – Derek Miller, Senior
- “It’s okay to roll around in the fountains” – Katie McKinney, Sophomore
- “Get involved with student government” – Jackie Niese, Senior
- “Don’t let upperclassmen look down on you” – Zach Conaway, Senior
- “Don’t buy your books on the first day. Wait until you know you need them” – Brandon Sholl, Senior
- “Take advantage of Academic Success” – Katie McKinney, Sophomore
- “Take advantage of popcorn Wednesday in the library” – Olivia Czeczele, Senior
- “Use your unlimited meal swipes. It’s the closest thing to your momma’s cookin’” – Jackie Niese, Senior
- “If you don’t plan on going through recruitment, go through it anyway to meet people” – Katie McKinney, Sophomore
- “Make friends with the people who live in the basement. Their rooms are a great place to store your laundry when you have to wait” – Olivia Czeczele, Senior
- “Don’t let yourself fall behind in classes” – Krista, Floyd, Senior
- “Don’t bring your car to campus unless you have to. It forces you to be involved” – Alex Tan, Sophomore
- “If there’s an opportunity for you to explore, something you’ve always wanted to do – go for it. Some of my best memories and friends were made when I went out of my comfort zone” – Olivia Czeczele, Senior
