It's almost time for the class of 2013 to head to college, but no matter how confident they sound, some of them are at least a little apprehensive about leaving. Even if they're going to school with some of their high school friends, the transition is not always an easy one. That's why I thought this article about how a little fear can be good for you made sense.
Some girls find a new home or group of friends by joining a sorority. It's one way to gain organization and leadership skills, and it can be a terrific networking tool. But it is also a huge time commitment. "There are obligations, dues, service requirements, a time commitment, and academic expectations," says Jordan McCarter (GPS '96) who previously worked for the national office of her sorority, Alpha Omicron Pi. You will only get out of it, what you put into it. And that applies to any activity or group!
Finally, I can still remember the day two GPS alums sat in my office lamenting that they didn't have any college friends like they had in high school. Mind you they had only been in college for a few months whereas they had had seven years to build relationships at GPS. Making new friends can be intimidating for some, so here's some good advice straight from girls who've been there.
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