Collegio Online

Issue date: 7/24/08 Section: Campus Life

Tompkins

Evans

Villamaria

Garrett

"I would have to say that in regards to dorm life it's crucial to be open-minded. For many people this is the first time they'll be living in such tight quarters with someone else and, really, things are bound to come up whether you want to acknowledge the prospect or not. So don't be too territorial about your things; paranoia is never a pleasant roommate. However, on the flip side don't be afraid to stand up for yourself, your feelings on a situation, or really just your things in general. Also, it would help to lay some "ground rules" when you first move in so that all the expectations you have for both of each other and the room itself are all out in the open and you can both agree on them. All in all, though, dorm life can be a lot of fun, so try and sit back, relax and enjoy the experience. Really."

Landis Tompkins, senior, marketing.

"You have four years to be irresponsible here. Relax. Work is for people with jobs. You'll never remember your class time, but you will remember the time you wasted hanging out with friends. So stay out late, go out with your friends on a Tuesday when you have a paper due Wednesday. Spend money you don't have, drink till sunrise. The work never ends, but college does."

Dave Evans, senior,
communication.

"I would tell freshmen to find a healthy balance between school and your social life. You cannot get an A with a hangover."

Megan Villamaria, senior, broadcasting/political science.

"The top five things you can do are:
5. GO TO CLASS! As someone who's skipped all the different classes, for all the different reasons, it makes it so much easier if you just go.
4. Get Involved. One of the first things I was told, by one of those "boring" speakers they bring in to educate the freshmen that we "never" learn anything from, was "get involved." Get involved in different groups, organizations, programs, whatever. There are so many great things to do and be a part of on campus, don't be afraid to try something new. Trust me, it'll put you in a much better place come graduation time. Both your resume and how you'll feel about your time at Pitt.
3. Don't stop. You're going to run into walls, and feel like you have no idea where you're going, or what you want to do. But if you just keep going, keep enrolling in classes, make sure you're always involved in something, you'll find your way sooner or later.
2. The "Real World, news flash: You're living in it. This is your life, take advantage. Don't wait for a full-time nine to five, a spouse or partner, and 2.5 kids to think it's time to start living your life. The "Real World" is right here, right now.
1. Have fun. But you already knew that, didn't you?"

Brenton Garrett, senior, psychology.

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