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Advice from Griffin Olson, 2024 Scholar Graduate of Creighton University
“By expanding my social mindset to include many different friend groups, I found a home at Creighton. This prevented me from wishing for the next break so I could go home to my parents’ house, and instead left me wanting to spend every second I could around the [Creighton] community.”
Advice from Jenna Osborne, 2024 Scholar Graduate of the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
“One bad grade is not the end of the world. My first year I was very hung up on getting lower grades than what I was expecting which led to a lot of lows with my mental health. I eventually learned how to change my perspective and how to handle my high expectations.”
Advice from Elaine Patzloff, 2024 Scholar Graduate of Luther College
“Work hard but don’t let your work consume you. Find the balance between class, clubs, friends, and homework.”
Advice from Katie Dahl, 2024 Scholar Graduate from the University of Wisconsin-Stout
“My biggest advice to [college] freshmen is to join at least two clubs. One of those should be a career club that is related to your major and helps you network.”
Advice from Kennedy Haase, 2024 Scholar Graduate from Creighton University
“School is very important and there will be an initial learning curve, so once you figure out how to study effectively and choose an area of study where you will succeed, seek out other opportunities on campus. Join clubs and groups that reflect your interests and passions … not just to look good on a transcript.”
Advice from William Heuer, 2024 Scholar Graduate of the University of St. Thomas
“It is never too early to seek out networking events and start applying for internships. Make sure to take a few classes that seem outside your main areas of interest.”
Advice from Mackenzie Johnson, 2024 Scholar Graduate from St. Olaf College
“It can be so hard to avoid thinking that everyone else is having more fun than you, but trust me every single freshman is in the same boat. During that first year at college, everyone else is just trying to make new friends and figure college life out, so my advice is to not be afraid to put yourself out there and make some new college friends!”
Advice from Troy Johnson, 2024 Scholar Graduate of the University of Notre Dame
“See the good in everyone you interact with. There is something to learn from everyone and every new situation. Lastly, make sure to form good eating, sleeping, and exercising habits. These will support your mental health and contribute to your success in other areas of your life as well.”
Advice from Madeline Knoll, 2024 Scholar Graduate of North Dakota State University
“This is the time to explore the world and your interests. It is okay to not know what you want to do as long as you are focusing on creating passion and commitment in your life.”
Advice from Jacques Lewis, 2024 Scholar Graduate of the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
“Always ask for help. If you’re struggling in a class, I would say go to office hours or meet with your TA/Professor. The TA/Professor is there to help so you should take advantage of your resources. Also, making friends in class can always be helpful since they
can be great study partners.”
Advice from Alberto Antonio Macia, 2024 Scholar Graduate of Cornell University
“Keep your mind open and join as many things as possible.”
Advice from Sidney Meyer, 2024 Scholar Graduate of Benedictine College
“It is okay to change your mind! I changed my major and my life plans several times before I realized that I was called to be a teacher.”
Advice from Robin Moody, 2024 Scholar Graduate of the University of Wisconsin – Madison
“It is important to give yourself space and time to meet the right people in school who will be there for you as you go through your college years, and leaning on this support system is so helpful. Be yourself, be kind to yourself, and enjoy every moment as it goes by so fast!”
Advice from Marcelo Munoz, 2024 Scholar Graduate of Davidson College
“Certain fields in academia, such as chemistry, are small worlds. You are, at most, three people removed from everyone else in the field, so treat everyone with respect. If you are rude, treat others poorly, or do not do your work, your future teacher, employer, and friends will know.”
