LA Times · Jul 18, 2015
Incoming freshmen, some sage advice before taking the plunge
Residences at Scripps College include patios and balconies.College upperclassmen and online community members on the College Confidential website weigh in on what they wish someone had told them before heading to campus:
"Talk to as many different people as you can the first few weeks. This is when freshmen are the most open and searching for their new circle of friends. ...This means going to events ... dorm events, freshman events, orientation events, dinner in the dining hall, etc. ... But don't feel bad about yourself if you emerge friendless from that period. It's not your only chance."
"Pack less stuff. It doesn't fit in your dorm room."