This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at URI chapter.
From what we see on TV shows and in movies, college seems like the greatest time of our lives, which I will vouch for. However, it is still not exactly what I had, expected. For instance:
Living in a dorm
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Dining Hall Food
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Sitting in class:
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Roomates:
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Football Games:
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Exam Grades:
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Being away from your parents/home:
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House Parties:
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Money:
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Studying for Midterms/Finals:
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Class Registration:
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Dating:
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