Personal Narrative: My Transition To College

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Have you ever just thought about how you would take college life? Today a class had to read an article on preparing for college. The transition to college life, dorm life, can be awfully difficult at times. But once one's use to the dorm life he/ she will not have to worry anymore. On a college campus, all individuals are held responsible for their own actions. A college campus is a place for you to explore new people and find ones that you have the common interest with. There are varieties of common interests such radio broadcasting, ultimate Frisbee, paintball, religious affiliations, and many more. Finally, going to college with a steady mind about the medical condition is a must. While having free time it is nice to look around and find local doctors, hospitals, or even clinics. …show more content…
Even though I know that I will find people with joint interest I am going to have home sick issues. I think personally my best deal is to do summer school to get used to the leaving home. Preparing for college transition is going to be a big gap. I know that for now on I am held up by being responsible. No one is going to be here to hold my hand to tell me what to do and what not to do. After all, of my negative thoughts, I am positively sure that I am prepared for

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