Receiving a piece of advice whether it be big or small, can change your life. My freshman year or college was amazing. I made so many friends and memories that I know I will cherish for the rest of my life, however, if there was one thing someone told me my freshman year, it would have to be to stay focused. I felt that my first year in college would be a time for leisure and the possibility of learning different things. School is something that does not come easy to be. I was a bit distracted from all the excitement of living on my own and in the dorms where it was easy to skip an hour of studying and use that hour to socialize and hangout with friends. Hanging out with friends is an important aspect in ones college experience, however balancing out school and a social life is where it matters. A piece of advice I would give a new student is to stay focused and balance out your academics and social life. There will always be time to hangout and have a good time. In fact, you could even feel more accomplished and enjoy your free time once to exceed in your classes. I know for me, even though it was just a year ago, I have grown so much and learned how to accept challenges. I believe that ever challenge has a solution hidden in it, and if one stays focused and determined, they can overcome the challenge and get one step closer to making your dreams come true.