Category: First Year Transition
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Packing!? Move-In!? Here’s an essential list!
With move-in approaching in just a couple of months, it’s time to start creating a list of essentials! For those of you who are moving into W&M for their first time, this is the post for you! Move-in Essentials: To conclude the essentials, here are some of the boring (but very important) ones: There is…
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What is College Studies?
College Studies for new students begins on June 15th, 2026—so what is it? College Studies is a series of online modules and assignments on Blackboard, our online learning platform, designed to introduce you to college academics, resources at William & Mary, and our College Curriculum. The ultimate goal of College Studies is to help you…
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Reflecting on Your First Year
I am assuming if you are reading this blog and have been following me along the way, you are a freshman. It’s crazy to think that the year is already over. Reflecting on my freshman year makes me feel emotional as it was definitely filled with some really low moments. However, my years only got…
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What Would You Do in That Situation?
You’re walking across campus after class. Your phone is buzzing with notifications. There’s a quiz tomorrow. A friend texts, “Are you coming tonight?” And suddenly, you feel the pressure. So here’s a question worth asking: What would you do in that situation? College is filled with moments like these. Decisions show up every day, whether…
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Navigating Campus Tutoring and Writing Resources
As we head into a new midterm season, I’d like to highlight a group of campus resources that I used to overlook: the TutorZone, the Writing and Communication Center, and the Clem History Writing Center. All of these centers are free for students to use, and they can help you with a whole range of…
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Eating Vegetarian On Dining Dollars
For those of you who are vegetarians, this is the post for you! As a vegetarian, I went into college expecting to survive on salads. But after spending way too many dining dollars, I realized there are way more vegetarian options than you’d expect. TOWN CENTER COLD PRESSED: Located right below Sadler in Lodge 1,…
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Study Spots on Campus
We’re halfway through the semester, and that means that we are deep in midterm season and finals are fast approaching. Naturally, that means loads of studying. Like the noise levels of the floors of Swem, in this article, I will go over the best (in my opinion) study spots on campus from the most casual…
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How to Approach Office Hours
One of the most important resources in college is office hours. Professors and teaching assistants set aside this time specifically for students, yet many of us hesitate to go. Maybe it feels intimidating, maybe you’re unsure what to say, or maybe you think you should only go if you are struggling. Office hours are a…
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How to Create a Study Plan
So you’ve made it through the first month of college—whew! If you’re anything like I was freshman year, then you’re probably aching for some study plans. In this article, I’ll give you some tips that helped me stay on top of my classes. This may seem like a no-brainer, but your syllabus is one of…
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Planning Your First Semester
Whether you have a meticulous plan for your college career or are going with the flow, knowing what resources are available to you can make a big difference. This article outlines a timeline of what to consider as you build your first semester schedule. The summer before college You’ve been accepted into William & Mary…