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