O.T.C. — 03.22.18

What is the most important thing you have learned since your first day of college?

Procrastination is key
During my early days of college, I was so incredibly stressed when I procrastinated. Now, as a senior, I fully embrace procrastination and acknowledge I work much better under pressure.

— Savannah

Books

The textbooks are never needed and a waste of money and valuable time. Thank god for PowerPoints.

— Griffen

Get involved

The Argonaut was the reason why I wanted to attend UI. Now, I’m an editor and have the chance to do something I’m passionate about. Best thing to ever happen to me was walking up those stairs.

— Lindsay

College

It’s completely what you make it. It can be an invaluable experience or a waste of time.

— Andrew

Coffee

No matter how broke you are, you still. Need. Coffee.

— Leslie

Be YOU

The biggest lesson I have learned in college is to just be myself. It’s easy to get caught up in what others think of you. Just be yourself, and the right people will come into your life.

— Tea

The big picture

The things you’re striving for take compromise. Sometimes it’s necessary to give things up for your dreams whether that be friends or experiences.

— Elizabeth

Organization is everything

Keeping planners, calendars, schedules and all that good stuff will help you wiz by in college.

— Chris

The little things

There are a lot of big and exciting moments throughout the four years to enjoy, but sometimes it’s the little things that get me through. Enjoy the sunny days and a nice cup of coffee.

— Meredith

Sleep

While it’s definitely possible to get by on four hours a night, I feel a whole lot better when I get seven or eight.

— Max

Not telling you

During my college career, I stumbled on the key to infinite happiness. I’m so glad I learned such a valuable lesson! You should try it sometime.

— Nishant

Good food

When college gets rough and things don’t go your way sitting down and getting a good, meal goes along way.

— Grayson

Friends

Friends become family faster than you think. I don’t know where I would be without mine.

— Hailey

People are jerks

Not all people. Just some people. Trust no one.

— Brandon

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