What I Wish I Would Have Known - Gonzaga University

What I Wish I Would Have Known

Suggestions for new students at GU,

in the form of "I wish I would have known ..."

that the writing lab is very knowledgeable and helpful
how to find a balance between the social scene and academics
that you can change your major at any time
to stay on top of your homework and studies all semester
how to use the library to its full advantage
to pool money with friends to buy the optional study guides
that the library is an excellent place to study because it is without phone calls, music or roommate interruptions
that if your advisor doesn't work with you, you can always find someone else!
to seek scholarships from outside sources
to watch out for hidden charges
that ice is slippery in combat boots!
that Spokane weather is constantly changing: what you're wearing in the morning has no reflection on what you'll be wearing in the afternoon
that chili bowls go very fast
to stock up on food before parents leave
that FLEX dollars go fast if you order pizza every day
that Russell Theater is a great source of entertainment
to get more involved with intramural sports
that University Ministry provides Pilgrimage, retreats, and masses as well as resources for non-catholic students
to bring shower shoes
not to miss the laundry sign-ups
that there is very little closet space
that the operator really does know everything
that having a roommate can be a better experience than living in a single room
that it gets easier after you adjust, so give it a few more weeks
to utilize the bus system
that one-credit activity classes are a great way to meet people
bring trash bags