Katy at UBC

Ok, so my first week at UBC has passed, and I want to share some things that I’ve found out  – This might be helpful for new students next year.

Things that I wish I’d known for the first week of school:

1) Bring a map – The campus is huge! Even if you think you’ll look silly carrying a map with you, trust me, every other First Year student will have one anyway, so you won’t stick out.

2) Books: You don’t really need your textbooks for the first week of classes, and sometimes the books on the booklist won’t be the ones that you really need – your Prof will tell you which ones to get. Also, the Bookstore on campus is a huge ripoff – try to get your textbooks used and you’ll save a lot of money.

3) Laptops: These are really handy for studying in-between classes, and I think every student needs a good one. I think it’s also good to get one that’s light – you’ll be carrying this around and the laptop in addition to your other items can get very heavy. On the other hand, some Profs don’t  like you to take notes on laptops during class, so be prepared and bring old-school pens and paper as well.

4) Lunch: For the first week you might have to pack a lunch because the lines at the SUB are really long. Also, it saves a lot of money if you bring a lunch from home – even $10 a day can really add up.

5) Talk to people and make friends – Really get to know some people! This is what the University experience is all about!

6) Get involved: Join some clubs and go to Frosh week for your Faculty; they’re fun and a good way to meet people.

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x Katy

PS. OT If you’re into Harry Potter watch A Very Potter Musical on youtube if you haven’t already. I promise you it is worth it.

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