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Involvement is a balancing act. With hundreds of possibilities, it’s difficult to know how to get involved in college. It’s best to explore all kinds of interests while you’re at school, but not at the expense of your academics or your sanity. Take this quiz to find out how involved you’ll likely be in college, and get some tips on balancing it all!
1. In high school, you spent your free time…
a) watching your favorite TV series, chilling on Facebook, texting your friends, and avoiding your homework. b) finishing homework – if you felt like it – and then chilling out for the rest of the night. c) doing school work, and then taking a load off for a little while. d) doing homework – that was all you had time for. e) what “free time”?
2. It’s spring break! You’re going to…
a) watch a movie at home or something. b) stay in, or maybe hang out with a friend. c) do homework, mostly. d) lead an activity with your favorite school club, do homework, and work. e) prepare for a conference, debate, or performance, finish the homework you didn’t have time for over the week, work, and if you’re lucky, shower.
3. Your senior year, you were a part of… a) no organizations. b) 1 or 2 organizations. c) 3 or 4 organizations. d) 5 organizations. e) 6 or more organizations.
4. It’s a snow day! You’re thrilled because… a) you don’t have to get out of your pajamas. b) you might get to see your friends. c) you can watch that movie you wouldn’t have time to otherwise. d) you can get a full night’s sleep for once. e) you can finally catch up on your homework!
5. Going into college, you are most excited to…
a) be out of high school, finally! b) have the opportunity to find an organization you like and meet friends. c) find a group that you might want to join. d) attend a few groups to see which ones suit you. e) join all of these cool groups you’ve heard about and seriously beef up your resume.
Where do you stand?
6. During high school, you basically lived…
a) at home, duh. b) at one of your friends’ houses. c) at home and school, about half and half. d) at school and at work, rather than at home. e) at school – you even started bringing a pillow with you by the end of the year.
7. Senior year was/is best described as… a) pretty boring. b) pretty much the same as last year. c) a little more difficult than last year. d) busy, but not terrible. e) stressful and busy from beginning to end.
Now score yourself! Add 1 point for each B you chose, 2 for C, 3 for D, and 4 for E.
0-6 points: The Slacker
You didn’t get out much in high school – but that can change! Finding your niche in a group is a great way to make friends in college and figure out your interests and talents, so get out there!
7-13 points: The Stick-er
You weren’t uninvolved in high school: you found a group or two you cared about and stuck with it. College is all about developing new perspectives and meeting new kinds of people, so branch out a little!
14-20 points: The Do-er
You enjoyed getting involved in high school. You’ll probably do the same in college, but watch it: if your schoolwork starts slipping or you’re too stressed to sleep at night, you need to be more selective.
21+ points: The Overdo-er
Your middle name was “Busy” in high school. Juggling commitments in college is only going to get trickier, not easier, so don’t commit to too much at once. Make sure to take the time to sleep, do your homework, and take care of yourself.
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Everything you need to know about your first semester of college What to pack?
Stay healthy
Don’t panic: We’ll tell you what to bring and where to go in order to make your first week of college a success. PS, Parents, you might want to check out this page too!
Sneezes and coughs and germs, oh my! Avoid illness and stay safe on campus.
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This is Home A new place to live and new roommates can be overwhelming, but we break it down and show you the ropes of the dorm life.
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The buck stops here Don’t run empty your first semester! Keep your piggy bank intact and avoid being a broke college student with some simple budgeting tips..
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Where to attend How to get around to the sporting events on campus and how to show your spirit during the games.
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Don’t get lost
Campus is a dead giveaway you’re new here. Wandering around with our advice, you’ll be navigating campus like a senior.
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Small town has a lot to offer students
Dress for success Look like a million bucks on campus with our style secrets. Plus, what are the essentials you need to remember to bring for your dorm closet?
CMU offers many avenues for students to receive campus news, sports and entertainment.
Mount Pleasant may be small, but it has a lot of places to explore, shop and stay. We list a few offerings to get you started.
Working overtime
Walking or wheels?
Have a little time? Need a little money? Here are the ins and outs of having a job on campus while still managing school and social life.
Walking, driving, scooters, rollerblades… there are many ways students can get around campus, but what’s the preferred choice? And, should you bring your car to campus?
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Booking it What’s the best way to succeed in the classroom? Experienced freshmen share their wisdom they’ve picked up over their first semester as well as give you some insight into the Honors Program.
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By Addey Meachum
“How could I have forgotten to bring that?!” Let’s admit it; every freshman has had that moment.
Sometimes it seems impossible to remember every article of clothing and bottle of cleaning materials that you will need during your first year in the dorms. To help you out, we’ve compiled a list of a few items that, although you may have never thought to pack, we believe are essential for a smooth transition into dorm life. Hopefully, this will help ease your mind, and you can stop thinking to yourself:
“What is it that I am missing?!”
School Supplies: Notebooks, pencils, pens…I’m sure most of you have already bought the basics. But what else is hiding in the corners of those Wal-Mart aisles?
Stapler: They’re not provided by the teacher like they are in high school, but they’re just as necessary! Hole-punch: This is especially useful if you like to keep your class work organized in a binder.
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Cleaning Supplies: Even though you might swear that during your first year of college you aren’t ever going to clean your dorm room…I’m willing to bet that you’ll change your mind once the mold starts growing. Anyway, just as precaution, here are a couple of ideas: Toilet brush: For some reason, it slips a lot of people’s minds. Cleaning rags: Some old towels will work just fine!
Kitchen: Whether you have a kitchenette in your room or down the hall, here are a few must-haves for anyone: from the most talented of chefs, to the most basic pour-er of cereal! Dish soap: Baking is the first step, cleaning is the second. Eating utensils and dishes: Mugs, plates, bowls, etc. (Make sure everything is microwavable!)
Extra: Some quick reminders: Wall posters: A cheap and easy way to brighten up the dorm. Umbrella. Next time you have class and it’s pouring outside, you’ll be thankful you took this advice.
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A year with
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You can sure homesickness in three easy steps:
1. Get involved. Intermural soccer, chess club, the quiz bowl… what speaks to you? Get as involved as possible, and I can guarantee you won’t even have time to think about home. Did you like to sing in high school? Find out how to try out for one of the school choirs. Were you once the volleyball star of your varsity team? Ask where you can sign up for the club team. You’ll be so busy that homesickness won’t even cross your mind!
2. Limit contact with home. Keep the contact to a minimum. If you’ve been calling home every night, maybe limit it to two or three calls a week. Remember that your life is now here on campus. It’s true that you may miss some fun times back home; but if you only concentrate on what’s going on back there, you’ll miss all the great activity happening right in front of you!
3. People, people, people. One of the hardest challenges about moving away from home is leaving the security of being with people you love. So find new people! Here are some ideas for that: As stated above, get involved: if you join something that interests you then it’s inevitable you’ll meet people who share similar interests. Also, keep your door open… you never know who’ll walk by and decide to stop in and say hi. After all, the people living in your hall will be living with you all year, so you may as well get to know them…they’re your new family!
As soon as I walked into my freshman dorm for the first time, all that I could think to myself was “holy pink”. Okay, so I’ll admit that I had done my fair share of Facebook stalking once I’d been given the name of my roommate. (Honestly, who hasn’t?) So here were the facts that I had gathered: she was blonde and pretty, Homecoming queen, a cheerleader… and now I could add that her favorite color was pink. Now, I’m a pretty down-to-earth kind of girl, and lace and frills have never really been my thing. I showed up to college with the minimum amount of bedding and pillows, my desk was at first bare of any decorations, and I hadn’t thought to bring any pictures or wall hangings to brighten up the room. Looking back now, I realize how much I probably freaked Ashley out. To an outside party, we probably look like polar opposites. We hang out with different friends, we listen to different kinds of music, and come from very different backgrounds.
(You can see the differences just by looking at our decorating themes.) And yet, Ashley is still the person I complain to when I have a bad day, and “girl talk” usually lasts for a couple of hours every night. Roomie lunch dates are common and Revenge’s weekly showing is a holy hour for both of us. What would have happened if both Ashley and I had held on to our wary first impressions, instead of embracing new personalities and
accepting different ways of life? I would have missed out on a vital part of my freshman experience, and I would have lost a true friend. Don’t let previous prejudices and judgments get in the way of your freshman experience. Be ready to meet ideas completely contrary to your own, and people who come from backgrounds that are entirely foreign to yours. Who knows, you may find a friend where you never expected to look. by Addey Meachum
CMU Confession: What class am I in? One student admitted he was quite confused when he checked his grades online he realized he was failing. After looking into the situation he found out he had been attending the wrong class all semester!
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You finally have your own space...
NOW WHAT? Everyone brings something unique to a residence hall room. This is most likely your first chance to have a space that’s all yours: a space that you can control and where you can have the final say. But what do you do with it? Do you decorate because you know you’ll be there a lot? Or do you keep the white cement block walls because you are only going to be home to sleep? Hopefully these pictures of typical dorm rooms and suggestions on using your space help you to really make your dorm your own.
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Tips for organizing: Buying cheap storage units can help you organize. Dorms can be quite small, and with all the stuff you will need to live, you will need to utilize your space. Bookends are helpful when it comes to being organized whether on a desk or a dresser these can help organize things. Shower caddies help to hold all of your bathroom items. While on that subject, a toothbrush holder is a good investment so your toothbrush rises above the grime of the bathroom.
Tips for decorating: Stores such as Meijer or Walmart sell wall decoration stickers for small amounts of money that brighten up the headache inducing brick white walls. Rugs are always a nice way to make a room look put together. They feel good on bare feet in the morning compared to cold tile, especially in the winter. Strings of lights and lamps are a nice break from the harsh overhead lights that are provided in the dorms. Plus, they can brighten your room with different colored hues.
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Mount Pleasant area religious directory Central Michigan Christian Church
3433 S. Lincoln Rd., Mt. Pleasant • (989) 773-1800 www.gocmcc.org
Central Baptist Church
1101 W Broadway St., Mt Pleasant • (989) 773-6392 centraltruth.net
Cornerstone Church
2214 S. Lincoln Road, Mt. Pleasant • (989)779.0188 504 Pine Avenue, Alma • (989) 779-0188 www.mpcornerstone.org
Salvation Army
1308 Burch Street, Mt. Pleasant • (989) 773-4663 www.salvationarmy.org
St. Mary’s University Parish
1405 S Washington St., Mt. Pleasant • (989) 773-3931 www.stmarycmu.org
205 E. Maple, Shepherd • (989) 828-5720
Strickland Baptist Church
First Church of the Nazarene
The Potter’s House
First Presbyterian Church
Trinity United Methodist Church
First United Methodist Church
Victory Christian Center
1980 South Lincoln Rd., Mt. Pleasant mpnazarene@gmail.com www.mpnaz.com 1250 Watson Rd., Mt. Pleasant • (989) 773-9568 www.fpcmp.org 400 South Main St., Mt. Pleasant • (989)-773-6934 www.mtpfumc.org
Grace Church
1217 Mission St. (across from Arby’s), Mt. Pleasant (989) 775-7101 www.thenewgrace.org
His House
211 W. Broomfield, Mt. Pleasant across from the Towers and 7-11 • (989) 772-0013 • http://cmu.hhcf.org
Immanuel Lutheran Church
320 South Bradley St., Mt. Pleasant • (989) 773-4204 http://immanuelmp.com
Littlefield Outreach Center
3080 South Littlefield Rd., Mt. Pleasant • (989) 779-7901
Mt. Pleasant Community Church
1400 West Broomfield St., Mt. Pleasant • (989) 773-3641 www.mpcc.org
Sacred Heart Church
302 S. Kinney Ave, Mt. Pleasant • 989-772-1385 http://www.sha.net/
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2546 W Blanchard Rd , Winn • (989) 866-2454
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7631 N County Line Rd, Shepherd • (989) 681-5080
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7950 Airline Road, Weidman • (989) 644-8888 There’s strong. Then there’s Army Strong. Enroll in Army ROTC at Central Michigan University to get the training, experience and skills needed to make you a leader. Army ROTC also offers full-tuition scholarships and when you graduate, you’ll be an Army Officer.
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DON’T RUN Empty Build a basic BUDGET. Plan the amount of money you have for the semester and divide your available funds by the number of weeks. Also, keep track of your spending on a spreadsheet.
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Everyone is welcome at the chapel! What Will you find at Christ the King lutheran Chapel?
Avoid ATMS. Switch your bank account to the branch that is located on your campus. (Here at CMU, the featured bank is Independent Bank.) You can also visit a grocery store and get your week’s money through cash-back. Switching banks or using cash-back will cut out ATM fees.
Student Center • Lots of friendly faces • Plenty of table space for group projects • A comfy couch for a nap • Christian encouragement and support
Look for COUPONS and promotional deals for local businesses. Local businesses love to have college students frequent their stores, so some will run special deals for students who show college IDs.
• A full kitchen • A big-screen TV and DVD player • A warm fireplace and study area • Pastors – ask them anything
• Access to a Director of International Ministry, familiar with the specific joys and challenges of relocating to a new country
This next tip is aimed towards GROCERIES. Never underestimate the power of an off-brand. They are cheaper and some foods even taste better. Also, have a specific list of things you need when you go to the grocery store, and don’t buy anything from off the list!
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• A place for worship, prayers • A place to find pastoral counsel • Opportunities to go on Mission trips • Guest Speakers • A place to consider church work careers • A place to learn Bibilical Greek
CLOTHES are another cost that can easily get out of hand. Stake out the nearest Goodwill; it’s easy to find cool and affordable pieces of clothing at second-hand stores. Instead of just one pair of jeans, $120 will buy you a closet full of outfits!
• Weekly Bible studies lead by pastor & students
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CMU offers one of the best recreational facilities in the Midwest. The Student Activity Center, or the SAC, is fully equipped with an Olympic-sized swimming pool, basketball courts, a bowling alley and fitness center with free weights and more. The SAC is accessible to both students and community members; however, student’s membership is included with their CMU tuition, all you need is your student ID card. The SAC offers a variety of activities throughout the week including group fitness, table tennis, billiards, floor hockey as well as others. The SAC is no more than a 15 minute walk away from anywhere on campus and, for the most part, is open throughout the day. With a facility like this at your fingertips, it’s hard not to take advantage of it. The SAC truly does offer something for everyone.
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1. Dress in school colors
Nothing says “I have school spirit” like wearing your school colors. It’s not uncommon to walk around Central’s campus and see people in maroon and gold. Be proud of your school!
2. Get involved
You don’t have to be the star athlete to become involved. There are a large number of intramural teams that are always welcoming new athletes and fans! Check out what teams your school offers and get involved.
3. Go to CMU events
Many people act like football is the only sport at their school but most schools offer many sports other than football. Central boasts 14 varsity teams, over 16 intramural teams and several powderpuff teams. Go to as many sporting events as you can and support your school!
4. Cheer for your Chippewas
It can be hard to be proud of your school if they have a losing record or if they are playing one of your favorite teams. It pumps up your team and shows your spirit when you stay behind them and cheer for them no matter what. And let’s be honest, you’re paying a lot of money to be here; cheer for your team!
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5. Go tailgating
Most people think of tailgating as just a time to go out and drink before the game, but tailgating is a great time to hang out and connect with other fans. Central has a campus sponsored tailgate before every football game as a way to get ready for the game and interact with other fans.
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What ‘Deskies’ can do for you A “deskie” is a person who works at the front desk of your residence hall. They are there for a multitude of reasons. One of the most basic jobs of a “deskie” is to greet you with a smile. One of the most important things a “deskie” can do for you is to give you the living essentials you don’t always think of. These can include toilet paper, trash bags, a vacuum, stamps and envelopes and even pots and pans and cooking utensils in case you want to cook for yourself. A “deskie” is also in charge of small things that make your life easier: sorting your mail, emailing you when you have a package, giving you phone numbers of
local businesses, giving your room a wake up call when you can’t trust your alarm and letting you into your room when you forget or lose your keys. “Deskies” can also give you things to do. You can check out board games and sports equipment from them. They can also give you the keys to the cardio rooms, weight rooms, study rooms and computer lab. There will be a “deskie” at the desk 24/7. “Deskies” are also there to talk to, and really get to know the residents in the hall. Smile and say hello to your “deskie” - they’re there to make your time in the residence halls better.
“Being a deskie is a really great way to meet everyone and know everyone in the hall. Even if I don’t know their name I know their face, which helps promote a sense of community in the hall” –Samantha Asman
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Where do you go... When you want to study?
There are rooms in the dorms to go to and be in a quiet environment that is ideal for studying. Each dorm has a lobby that can also be used for studying or group projects.
When you want to exercise?
When you want to eat?
Most of the dorms have a cardio or weight room that you can have unlimited access to for only five dollars a semester. There are also workout classes that are offered at each of the dorms almost every night.
Cafeteria: We all love food: at the cafeteria it’s ready and waiting for you. It’s easy, it’s convenient and you have already paid for it. At CMU the widest variety is at the FRESH. Convenience Store: Along with your meal plan, Central offers flex dollars to use in their convenience stores. The East-Side Market has the most variety, but they’ll all suffice. Food On Campus: The Down-Under Food Court or Starbucks in the University Center also take flex dollars. Kitchenette: Central offers kitchens on every residence hall floor. They’re great when you’re tired of cafeteria food or want to cook for yourself. You can borrow cooking utensils from any front desk.
When you want to play games? When you want to meet new people? There are events such as hall council or hall events that can help you meet people or even just get out of your room. RAs will also organize floor events so you can get to know the people on your floor.
There are ping pong tables and pool tables in the residence halls for when you want to play them. The desk will lend you the equipment. You can also get board games from the desk or play cards in any of the lobbies.
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The UC and the library are good buildings to cut through. They’ll get you from North Campus to the academic heart of campus quickly.
The Botanical Garden is a good shortcut if you’re trying to get to Moore, Brooks, Dow, Pearce or Anspach. (It is also a really beautiful walk!)
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“As a freshman, not knowing the layout of the campus, I scheduled two classes 10 minutes apart without knowing they were across campus from each other. Because of this, I have to either awkwardly leave class early with everyone staring at me or I have to arrive late to my next class awkwardly with everyone staring at me.” –Nicole Felty, Comstock Park
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If you’re anything like me, you’re the type of person who needs a GPS or a map with you at all times. Central’s campus seems intimidating at first glance, but you’ll get used to it after you do some exploring. Grab a navigating buddy, a map, these tips and get going—you’ll get the hang of it in no time. Good luck!
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Cut through buildings whenever possible. Doing so will get you to class more quickly and keep you out of the cold or the rain.
Before the first day of classes, walk the route that you’re going to take. The buildings will be easier to find and you’ll be less likely to get lost.
When you’re scheduling your classes, look at a map of campus! If you give yourself 10 minutes for the 15 minute walk to your next class, you’re going to be late every day.
Smart phones have apps for navigating Central’s campus (Google Maps should work, too). iPhone: Campus Maps Android: Cmich Trail
If you have classes that are spread across campus, wear tennis shoes! Flip flops or heels WILL leave you with blisters! If you’re bad with directions, gradually familiarize yourself with campus. For the first week of the semester, carry your planner with you and use the map to navigate. During the second week, only look at the map when necessary. By the third week, you should stop using the map completely. If you get lost, walk around until something looks familiar.
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Things to Do in Mount Pleasant
(Besides Go to School)
Mount Pleasant is best known for being the home to Central Michigan University. But the city has more to offer than just classes.
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Sometimes you just have to get your game on. Mount Pleasant has several different bowling alleys with a variety of hours, so get away from campus and unwind with some Glow Bowl.
Dancing is proven to relieve stress and every Friday night is Ladies Night at Wayside. What better way to get some exercise and relieve some stress than getting your groove on?
Located right on the edge of North Campus, The Malt Shop is a great place to spend an afternoon getting ice cream with friends. As well as shakes, they offer huge servings of homemade french fries.
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Downtown
Spend an afternoon looking for treasures at one of the antique shops on Mission. They have clothes, hats, decorations and more from every decade and you can definitely find something cool for your wardrobe or dorm.
From the Broadway Theater to The Book Garden, downtown Mount Pleasant has tons of tiny little Mom and Pop stores. Grab some homemade cheesecake at Max and Emily’s or a cupcake at Crème de la Crème; it’s within walking distance from campus and a great place to go if you need to get away from school for an afternoon.
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Honors an A+ opportunity The Honors Program is a lot of work. You get extra classes and volunteer hours. However the classes are a better experience and the program is worth it. We have to map out our plan for all the classes we will take at college. I am much more comfortable having a written plan in front of me. All in all, the Honors Program is worth the extra work. - Taylor Sullivan The Honors Program has been a huge learning experience for me due to the volunteering that is involved with the program. I never volunteered much back home, and this forced volunteering has gotten me to where I enjoy volunteering and am exploring more options. The mandatory 120 hours doesn’t seem as daunting now as when I first signed up for the program. - Mackenzie Schondelmayer The Honors Program is my favorite thing at Central. Being a part of a community that expects a little more from its students in classes and volunteer work is nice. It’s good to have someone there to encourage you to work a little harder and be a little more involved in the community. It seemed intimidating at first, but the staff really is there to help you out however they can, whether it’s by meeting with you to discuss fears about your intended major, or just going to lunch with you to chat and get to know you better! Your peers in the program are just as wonderful and all very warm and welcoming. - Hannah Griffin
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Over Sized Sweater This is a great option for chilly fall or winter days, and can be dressed up or down depending on how
Hoodie A cozy hoodie or sweatshirt is another great and versatile option. It can be cute and casual with jeans and sneakers, or more relaxed with leggings or sweatpants for hanging out in your dorm.
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Dress clothes. You never know when you might need dress pants for a presentation or interview. Don’t forget black shoes and socks!
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Extra underwear. You’ll be able to avoid laundry that much longer.
Flip flops Most students wear them from the day the semester starts until it snows. Definitely stock up on a few pairs before coming to campus, you’ll find that they quickly become your go-to shoe.
Skirt At least during the warmer months, skirts are very popular on campus. Whatever size, shape or length you want is fair game. During the winter, consider adding a pair of tights to stay warm.
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Style Secrets
How do college students dress? Growing up, the media gives us two completely different images: the stereotypical college student in sweatpants and a sweatshirt…as well as the just-off-the-runway student who is impeccably dressed. Which is the truth? How do college students really dress? The truth is somewhere in the middle. College is a completely different atmosphere than high school. It’s easy to dress up when you will be wearing your snazzy outfit from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. When you have one class from 9-10 on Wednesday mornings and you spend the rest of the day camped out on your futon studying, it seems pointless to spend a lot of time picking out an outfit. Why put a lot of effort into something you’ll wear for an hour? Because of the scattered nature of classes on a college campus, many students do opt for the traditional sweatpants look, and on any given campus large amounts of students can be seen sporting sweats and a comfy tee. However, there are many students who choose to go a different route and showcase their individual style. Students can be seen wearing anything from a collection of the latest styles to vintage pieces stolen from their grandmother’s closet. And yes, some of them wear high heels.
Wear flats walking to class and slip on your heels right before you get there to avoid blisters.
Dress for the weather and outdoor conditions. You can still look fabulous without freezing to death, and you’ll be much happier.
The most important thing to do is figure out your personal style and stick with it. It might be the same thing you wore in high school, or you might choose to branch out. College is the perfect time to reinvent yourself, so have fun with your fashion and don’t be afraid to wear what you love.
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C GO TO CLASS
by Taylor DesOrmeau
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PLAN YOUR SCHEDULE
In high school you were told when to be in class, but in college it’s your choice, which can be helpful or a big problem, depending on how well you budget your time. If you want to be done every day by noon, it can be arranged. If you want to sleep until noon, you can probably arrange that as well. The key is figuring out when you to learn best. It can be difficult for freshmen to control their class times because they schedule last, but they usually still have a some options (one perk of the Honors Program is priority registration). When scheduling, consider when you have class and when you plan on studying, which you should get in the habit of. For example, if you have a two-hour break between classes, that’s a good time to study. While in college you spend less time in class than in high school, you have to manage your the rest of your time wisely.
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No one’s going to tell you how to study anymore, either. And unlike high school, when you could just do your homework in your bedroom, finding the right place to study in college can be tricky. Along with determining when you are going to study, you need to figure out where you are going to study - whether it’s in your room, in a coffee shop, or in the quiet of the library, find out what environment is best for you. One hidden gem that some dorms offer are study rooms. This setting may be perfect if you really need to crank out an assignment. For some, the roomy couches and tables are useful, but for others, the silence ruins their concentration. This is where it’s up to you. Do you work better by yourself or in a group? In quiet or with music? In the afternoon or the evening? Take advantage of the resources the university offers, and use your strengths.
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WHEN ALEX BECOMES THE BIG BEN
Follow me through a weekend visit from my younger sister. I thought I could survive on a twenty dollar budget, but it soon grew to be one hundred...
$4– I need my caffeine fix!
I bought two pops for my sister and me. Those two pops cost me, but the caffeine was worth it.
$16 –We needed a mind-numbing activity!
$9 – I had to show my hipster sister the coffee shop.
On Saturday morning we went to see “Frankenweenie” at the Celebration Cinema. The movie alone was expensive, so we skipped popcorn.
We checked out the University Cup Sunday morning. This little trip cost me!
$30 – Just because I’m a horrible cook.
$11 –The Bookstore: CMU spending trap.
I walked into a trap when we decided to visit the Bookstore to kill time. I never meant to spend any money, but I walked out $11 poorer.
Because I have a limited meal plan, I didn’t have enough meals for my sister. We decided a home-cooked meal at Applebee’s sounded easy and delicious.
$20 – One ply toilet paper doesn’t do the job! Although CMU provides some supplies, like one ply toilet paper, many people still buy their own. Groceries can get pricey quickly. By the time I bought shampoo, Kleenex and snacks, I had easily spent $20.
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Scholarships are a good funding opportunity College is expensive, and that may be the understatement of the century. For the 2012-2013 school year, the estimated cost for in-state tuition, room and board at Central Michigan University was $18,596, according to the CMU website. Fortunately, there are many ways to lower the overall cost, but what are they? First, there are scholarships in existence that are not affiliated with CMU. It is possible to receive scholarships from high schools and local businesses, as well as from large businesses like Best Buy and McDonalds. For some scholarships, there are strict requirements on who can apply, while others are open to anybody. There may or may not be essays involved, as well. The key is to explore all the options online. There are many options available to help lower the cost of attendance at CMU, including grants, scholarships, employment and loans. Many CMU scholarships are based on academic achievement during high school, while others require upperclassman standing. There are many scholarships available in a variety of fields. Some scholarships only award money to students from a particular
high school; others require the applicants to demonstrate financial need. Just like anywhere else, to get scholarships from CMU, you must first find them. Central’s website—cmich. edu—is a great place to start, as well as your Undergraduate Course Bulletin. To earn grants and loans, it is necessary to apply for FAFSA (the Free Application for Federal Student Aid). The difference between grants and loans is that, unlike loans, grants do not have to be repaid after graduation. Another opportunity CMU provides is employment. Jobs on campus range from dining hall job positions to working in computer labs or writing for CM Life. If none of the on-campus jobs suit you, there are plenty of jobs available in the city of Mount Pleasant. College is expensive, but it doesn’t have to be $18,596 a year. The easiest way to make college affordable is to make a dedicated effort to find scholarships, grants, loans and employment. Just like any other situation, people aren’t going to hand you free money; but believe it or not, it’s out there.
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CM Life has a circulation of about 13,500 around campus and the community. The paper is almost entirely independent from the University, only two positions are paid by the University. Writers are paid per story. Writers work with an editor to discuss how many stories they can write per week. Student who want to write for the paper can fill out an application at www.cm-life.com/about/joinus/.
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It is edited and produced during the fall and spring semesters under the auspices of the Student Publications Board of Directors All submission are automaticall considered in our student writing contest. Send all correspondence to: The Central Review, Student Publications, Moore Hall 436, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48859 Open to all students.
Covers campus life, sports, food, A & E and the stories of the CMU community First place winner for College Online Publication by the Society of Professional Journalists three years in a row. 2012 EPPY Award from Editor & Publisher. It’s all volunteer, so there’s less stress. Contact the editor-in-chief to start writing. Jessica.Fecteau@gcmag.org Open to students interested in writing, shooting photos/video or working with public relations.
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Campus by the
Walking
Walking is the most popular form of transportation on campus. Most campuses are very walking friendly with many sidewalks and crosswalks. When you walk to class, you don’t have to worry about finding a parking spot for your bike or car, or even worry about registering it! Walking to class is a great way to get a little bit of fresh air and exercise in each day. The only thing to keep in mind is that you’ll have to leave early enough to make sure you get to class on time! On CMU’s campus, from end to end, it takes about 15 minutes to walk. Before classes start in the fall, take a walk around campus, so you’ll be able to get a good idea of where your classes are and how long it will take you to get to each class from your dorm.
Driving <1%
Unless you live off-campus, driving to class is simply absurd. Taking a car to classes may cost you the price of a special off-campus permit, or the price of daily metered parking. Either way, unless it’s completely necessary, driving to class can seem a bit pricey, not to mention parking! There are a limited number of parking spots near classes anyway, so depending on where you park, you’ll probably have to walk anyway.
Skateboard This is a less common form of transportation. If you’re planning on longboarding or skateboarding to class, you’ll have to take your board into class with you, which some professors won’t like. It can be a hassle! It can also be hard to get around campus on a board because there are so many people who are walking on the sidewalk and bikers in the bike lanes. It’s also not really ideal to board during the winter, so this could be only a seasonal way to get around.
Scooter <1% 2%
There are two forms of scooters that you may see on campus. Whether it is a cheap little Razor scooter that folds up like the one you used to have when you were little, or a motorized scooter, this is another available option for getting around campus. These are even less popular than boards, but are guaranteed to get a smile. Like boards, you may need to take your scooter into class with you depending on the type of scooter that you have. These are convenient because you do not have to register them, but once again, these may be only a seasonal form of transportation.
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A car freshman year is a must If you get the chance to bring your car to college as a freshman, don’t hesitate. You’re going to want to go home or go downtown whenever you want. Of course your parents can pick you up but you’ll have to work around their schedule. One potential issue with having a car at school is having a parking spot on the opposite end of campus. What’s even worse is having to move your car every time there’s a football game because they use your lot for tailgating. Registering in June or July, not August or September will make it more likely that will get a spot near your dorm. When it comes to driving your friends around, don’t worry. Hopefully you won’t be guilted into chauffeuring your friends around too often but if it does become a problem, kindly ask for reimbursement for gas whenever you give them a ride. Without a car you have three choices. You can pester your friends with a car to drive you places, walk to stores whenever you run out of things you need (shampoo, paper towel, oatmeal cream pies, etc.) or pay stadium prices for the things you need at campus stores. If everything works out, your car will be an added convenience that will save everybody time and effort. Do you really want to be that person who is always begging everybody for a ride? -Taylor DesOrmeau
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Biking 14%
of freshmen bike. After walking, biking is the second most common way for freshmen to get around campus. While bikes do offer the luxury of leaving for class a little later, they also have a few negative aspects that people don’t always think of. If you bring a bike to campus, you will have to register it, just like a car, for a small fee. Bike racks also tend to fill quickly, so the luxury of leaving early gets tossed aside for availability of parking! Bike lanes can get crowded sometimes too and sidewalks are not for biking! Another problem can arise if your chain breaks or if you pop a tire. Unless you know how to fix bikes, this can be a hassle. Bikes can be a good option, but you’ll need to weigh the pros and cons and see if biking is really for you!
Bussing <1%
For off-campus students, bussing is probably the best option! The buses will take you virtually anywhere in town. Bus stops are at almost every corner; that’s the luxury of living in a college town! Some buses will even come pick you up at your dorm if you simply just call. Buses are a convenient and relatively cheap way to get to and from campus without the hassle of parking.
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A car freshman year is a bust It’s the age old debate-should you bring your car with you freshman year? Absolutely not. Why, do you ask? “I might want to go home,” you tell yourself. Or to the movies. What about groceries? First off, your parents—who are still missing you like crazy your freshman year—will happily come pick you up any time you ask. Take advantage of this, because things change sophomore year. You don’t pay for gas. You don’t even have to drive. When it comes to going to the movies, there are free movies being shown right on campus all the time. And there’s always Netflix. Getting groceries? You won’t. You have a meal plan, remember? Why go to the store when your cafeteria is closer, won’t cost you extra money and has hot, prepared food just waiting to be devoured. Trust me, you’ll survive. All that will come of you having a car are these three things: First off, you’ll be paying a lot of money for a spot in a lot over a mile away from your dorm. Your car will be so far away that anything you think you might want to drive to won’t be worth the walk to the car. Second, all of your new friends will be asking you for rides to things (movies that are shown on campus anyway, groceries they don’t really need, etc.) and you’ll turn into the freshman taxi service. Following that, any money you have will be gone on gas to ferry people around. Waste. Of. Money. So, new freshmen: hold out on bringing your car until sophomore year when you can have a spot next to your dorm and an on campus job to pay for gas. Your car-less freshman year will fly by and it will be worth the wait. -Morgan MacDermaid
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