[PSY]

Being organized really is key to having a successful (or at least a less stressful!) first year of college. I also color-coded my stuff (like Kate suggested) - red binders/folders for math, blue for lit, etc. I also bought a desk calendar, and I updated it on a daily basis (if a desk calendar doesn't work for you, try a wall calendar, a planner/agenda book, or even your phone's calendar app!). I also color-coded my calendar, so it was easy to glance over and see what classes had assignments due the following week (that way, I knew to focus more on math than anything else over the weekend, as the rest could wait another week or two).

When it comes to socializing - start early, because if you even wait a week or two, you could be labeled as the "quiet one." I was pretty shy when I first started attending college (and I still am), but I made a point of introducing myself to all my dorm mates (there were 10 of us in total!), and as tempting as it was to stay in my single room and close the door, I pushed myself to hang out with them, even if it was just to eat meals with them or watch TV for a little while. If you don't seem to "click" with your dorm mates, look into joining a few clubs. I'd suggest going to 3-4 at first, because chances are some of them will "slow down" activity-wise after the first couple of weeks. This will almost guarantee you're left with one active club that is to your liking. =)