My freshman year (oh so long ago) was also HORRIBLE. I had no concept of TIME MANAGEMENT and STUDY SKILLS. I entered college thinking it was the same as high school. Boy, was I ever wrong! My AWAKENING came after my 1st semester grades showed up at my mother's house.
I did, however; have a great advisor that stayed on me and steered me in the right direction. She was very helpful at finding workshops that were offered at my school for time management and improving my study skills.
I agree with Mccoyred: freshman year was the most stressful and educational time of my life b/c I learned so much about myself and I actually grew up and became self-reliant.
But, I do think that all incoming freshmen need some type of high school program that will prepare them for what to expect when they enter college. I wish someone would've told me!
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