With college on the horizon, there’s likely a whole lot of wisdom going around. Your friends, your family and, yes, the writers at Fastweb, all have a say on how to handle your freshman year.
With all this advice flying around, we began to wonder:
What would some of the greatest minds of all time say to an incoming college freshman? Obviously, we can’t know for sure. At any rate, their timeless wisdom is still both applicable and meaningful when it comes to your first year in college.
Here’s what we think some of the most influential minds would say to those embarking on their college journey, accompanied by our own humble interpretations.
Take the quotes as you like - your own interpretation is certainly as valuable as ours!
College is an exciting time, filled with new experiences. However, even though you are away from parents and able to do whatever you want, it doesn’t always mean you should.
It’s important to practice moderation in college within all areas: from over-studying to over-partying. Once you master the art of moderation, you’ll be much better off in college and in life.
Entering college with an open mind, ready to learn is the best approach possible. As you get older, you’ll begin to learn that arrogance does not get you very far. Instead, those that are hungry for and open to new experiences will get much further.
What would some of the greatest minds of all time say to an incoming college freshman? Obviously, we can’t know for sure. At any rate, their timeless wisdom is still both applicable and meaningful when it comes to your first year in college.