Dear Freshman, I’m sure college is becoming increasingly stressful and demanding so I hope I can help you out with meeting new friends and managing classes. When making new friends, it’s best to surround yourself with well-rounded people. Try not to associate yourself with people who don’t have your best interests in mind. If you’re religious, I would recommend joining […]

  Dear College Student, Hello! As a self-described “forever student” (second time in grad school, what up!), I pray this letter finds you well rested and with eager anticipation for the upcoming semesters. For those just beginning the journey into post high school education, welcome! It is an immense privilege to be pursing an advanced education, a privilege […]

Dear College Student, “Your friends are what you become” – wise words from my middle school youth pastor. That idea rang true to an extent in that season but proved its worth once I began college. Up until then, my parents could quality control or at least limit time spent with my friendships – and […]

In case no one has told you yet, this is a very exciting time in your life: full of adventure, and hope, and new beginnings. But someone has probably already told you that. In fact, it’s likely that you’ve heard it over and over, until you just start rolling your eyes when you hear people […]

In honor of David Letterman’s retirement, I thought that I would present my advice in a Top 10 format. I hope you find these enjoyable and beneficial! 1. Enjoy your college experience to the fullest. Go to a sports event, attend a lecture given by a notorious speaker, and have late-night study sessions with chocolate […]

  To college students, The best years of my life so far are in college. Enjoy those four years or five depending on what program you are in. I met my best friends in college. We still talk and we continue to support and guide each other in the journeys that we take. I thought […]