1. Your Howard intro
Name + Classification + Major/Minor + Hometown
2. Freshman week
You can not buy the party pack and still enjoy yourself! Live it up freshman year, but it’s also okay to not go out every weekend. If you miss one party trust me next week there will be one just like it!
3. Don’t compare yourself
Everyone’s at the top, just because someone already has an internship and you don’t it’s fine.
4. Cafes/meal plans
Blackburn and Annex are the main cafes. Jazzmans, Punchout, c-stores are all places that only take dining dollars. I recommend the 140 block meal plan.
5. Get involved early, but don’t burn yourself out
Remember to leave time for your academic and most importantly for yourself.
6. Networking and connections are key
7. Homecoming is a BIG deal
Prepare for a great weekend 🙂
8. Random turn ups are the norm
9. Sadly, you may struggle in one way or another
Just remember someone before you probably experienced the same challenge and overcame it!
Take note of everyone you talk to, write down names and number.
11. Bring business attire
You will need business clothes for interviews, some class presentations, etc.
12. Don’t rush making a solid group of friends
Also, it’s okay to have different friends for different things (party, orgs, prayer, cafe, major/classes)
13. Download groupme
14. Go to office hours early in the semester
Make those connections early with your professors. For the sake of your grade and recommendation letter
15. Learn how to budget/ save money
I save half of every check I get and budget for each month. Also, take the campus shuttle or use the metro instead of Uber.
16. Celebrities are always on campus
Stay ready, so you don’t have to get ready!
17. You can make your own major
Howard has a cool opportunity where you can make your own major called Interdisciplinary Studies!
18. Look for a mentor or some type of guidance
Prepare your calves
20. Be mindful of your surroundings
21. Howard people don’t forget anything
Be mindful of your interactions on Howard twitter and in person
Be you and be comfortable
23. Don’t overpack
You don’t have to bring your entire life and your parents can mail you things
Check out my video for more details and tips!
