Orientation in Retrospect
I had the pleasure of being an orientation leader (OL) this year. Although I had never experienced a role as important as being an OL, I knew it was a serious position. I pushed past any doubts or nerves I had and began the journey…
First-Year Student Move-In Made Simple(r)
If you’re a resident student, one of the most exciting things about starting college is moving into your dorm. The actual act of moving in, however, can be a bit more of headache than it seems like in theory. Freshman move-in can best be described as…
5 Naz Traditions Incoming Freshman NEED to Know About
At Nazareth, we are lucky to be part of a community that has quite a few traditions. As a senior, I’ve been a part of all five of these events throughout my time here at Naz and I am definitely going to miss them!! 1)…
3 Easy Ways to Make the Most of Being #NazBound
You’ve taken your SATS, written your essays, sent in your applications, and gotten back some acceptances…maybe you’ve even made your decision! If you’re anything like I was, you may think that when you put down a deposit, the hardest part of the college application process…
4 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Overnight Visit to Naz
It’s official; you made it! You’ve been accepted to Naz, and now you’re faced with the hard decision of committing to a college. One way to gain clarity on the subject is to schedule an overnight; overnights help you gain perspective on what a day…
6 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Came To Nazareth
In just a few short weeks, I will conclude my four years at Nazareth College. I distinctly remember opening my acceptance letter, paying my deposit (with my own money, thank you very much), and finally beginning my journey to Nazareth. Looking back, these have been…
Getting Involved on Campus as a Freshman
I was bombarded with information about the different “involvement opportunities” offered at every college I toured. Tour guides would constantly tout how great said college’s campus was, how many student organizations/clubs were offered on campus, etc. As a high school senior on tour, college seemed…
What You Really Need – Freshman Dorm Supplies
I remember moving into my freshman dorm in Kearney like it was just yesterday – I had a van full of stuff and spent hours moving into my room. But, throughout the semester, I noticed I was missing some of the essentials I didn’t know…
8 Tips for Incoming Student Athletes
Three years ago, I was a nervous incoming freshman who didn’t know much about how life was going to be as a student athlete at Naz. Now, I’m the junior captain of the women’s tennis team at Nazareth College. Regardless of what sport you play,…
Get Excited! Move-In Day Is Almost Here!
Hey, incoming freshman! This post is mainly for you, although it applies to us upperclassmen as well- we’re just as excited to come back to school as you are! I know that when I was in your shoes, I was a big ‘ole bundle of…
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