"I really wish I knew to bring a floor lamp... the first night in Harborview was crazy dark!"
-Allie Rivera, Class of 2009
"I wish I knew to take advantage of college, or else you become a senior and start to think 'where did all the time go?!'"
-Yvonne Rodriguez, Class of 2008
"I wish I knew that quarters were like gold. Forget a car for high school graduation, ask for quarters!" -Kim Karper, Class of 2009
"I wish I knew to wear comfortable shoes on the walking tour in Manhattan. I should've known... it's a walking tour!" "Try to meet as many different people as possible during orientation weekend. Some of my closest friends now are those I met randomly at the orientation dance."
-Jacob Shoesmith-Fox, Class of 2009
"I wish I had known that a Swiffer is really your best friend. You won't believe how dusty your room can get, even if you're really neat!" -Melissa Alvarez, Class of 2010
"I wish other people knew that pulling the fire alarm in Harborview is not cool...because now that there is a sprinkler system, your stuff will get wet... and yes, it will go off!"
-Kim Karper, Class of 2009
"I wish I knew not to go into Towers without a cellphone, because I definitely got lost the first time."
-Yvonne Rodriguez, Class of 2008
"I wish I had known to buy air fresheners for my room. After a while your room will start to smell a little weird but if you have some air fresheners, it really helps!"
-Melissa Alvarez, Class of 2010
"I wish I knew that when studying at the library, sitting at a table is best. The couches are the most comfortable things ever, and you WILL fall asleep... trust me."
-Allie Rivera, Class of 2009
"I wish I had known that I didn't have to bring everything I owned with me to college. You don't need a lot of stuff and you won't have space either. Be practical!"
-David Norman, Class of 2009
"I really wish I had the guts to keep my guard down and leave my comfort zone. There are so many incredible, interesting and exciting people to meet at Wagner that all have new things to teach you. Try talking to someone new as often as you can, and you'll be amazed at the people you will meet and how much you will grow and learn as a person!"
-Katharine Ronald, Class of 2008
"Be an ACTIVE student!!! Join clubs, look into Greek life, help out with fundraisers for your favorite charity. It doesn't matter, as long as you are active (both you and your resume will appreciate it in the future).
-Jacob Shoesmith-Fox, Class of 2009
"I wish I had known how to do my laundry. I prepared for everything else, except the battle of the laundry room!" -Alison Razzetti, Class of 2009
"I wish I had known to not be nervous during Orientation. Everyone at Orientation is in the same situation as you. Everyone is meeting new people and getting adjusted to living in a dorm building and sharing a bathroom. Don't be shy!!! Just randomly walk up to people and start a conversation. You'll be surprised at how many people share the same interests as you do."
-Melissa Alvarez, Class of 2010
"I loved meeting and befriending the kids in my LC. Don't be afraid! Once we realized we were all equally nervous, we opened up and gained some true friendships that I still maintain."
-Kat Murphy, Class of 2008
"Get to know your professors, so if you have to speak with them, they will already be acquainted with you."
-Alison Razzetti, Class of 2009
"I wish I had brought organizational supplies to contain all my stuff. Now I use clear boxes and carts with clear drawers - they're great for always knowing where my things are." -Courtney Donahue, Class of 2008
"I wish I had known every class that I absolutely HAD to take, and that I should try to get those requirements out of the way first. Your advisor will probably tell you this and you will most likely ignore them, but surprisingly they're right. Don't panic if you don't have any classes that don't involve your major for your first semester at school, or even the whole year. Getting core requirements out of the way can be pretty brutal but you will have to do them at some point in order to graduate. Save yourself from the frustration of having to take intro level courses your senior year!"
-Megan Czaja, Class of 2008
"I wish I knew that Brita water filters are better than bottled water... it saves you money, and we could all use money!" -Rachel Delp, Class of 2010
"I wish I had packed lighter. I realized as the peer leaders were hauling my junk up the flight of stairs I really didn't need stuff like my 200+ cds or the library of books I insisted on bringing." -Kat Murphy, Class of 2008
"I wish I had known that money doesn't grow on trees, and shopping sprees on Fifth Avenue are a bad idea!"
-Jackie Saliski, Class of 2009
"Don't hide the intricicies that make you unique! Chances are people are going to respond better to people that they feel are truthful. Relax, no one is going to judge you because you have a silly laugh or you still love *NSYNC. They are going to appreciate you for you."-Kat Murphy, Class of 2008
OH MAN, I WISH I REMEMBERED TO BRING Q-TIPS......
Here is a list of suggested items that you might not have thought of that you may want to throw in the car!
A flashlight A lamp
A nice outfit (you never know when you're going to have to meet with the president!) An umbrella (ella, ella, eh, eh, eh)
A white button shirt (it can be dressy or casual) Aspirin
Band-Aids Bathing suit
Batteries!
Blank CD’s Bottle and can opener
Calculator Canned fruit
Cleaning wipes Computer lock
Cold medicine! (Mommy doesn’t live in your dorm room) Deodorant
Dry erase board Extension cords
Extra printer ink Fan
First aid kit Fun-Tak to hang posters
Glue stick Hair dryer
Hand vacuum cleaner Hangers
Hot chocolate mix Light bulbs
Microwavable bowls Nail clippers and tweezers
Nail polish remover Notebooks and binders
Paper Paper bowls/plates/cups
Pencil sharpener Peanut butter/jelly
Printer paper Popcorn
‘Purell’ Q-tips
Ramen noodles Razor & blades & shaving cream
Quarters! Screwdriver
Sewing kit Sharpies
Shower flip flops Sponge and dish soap to clean dishes
Sunglasses Stapler
‘Swiffer’ Thermometer
Tension rod and shower curtain for your closet (there’s no door) Throat lozenges/Throat spray
‘Tide On The Go’ Trash can
USB ports – flash drive Utensils
What can you expect from Orientation?
Fun Peer Leaders!
Help Moving In!
Inspiring Words!
Smiling Faces!
Fun In The City!
Making New Friends!
And The Start Of Something New...at Wagner College!