Let's be honest: Moving in general is a challenge and when it comes to moving to University for the first time it doesn't get any better. In my case I'm even moving to another country which comes with some extra challenges such as opening an extra bank account and buying adapters. Anyway, here are
🌻10 things to do before going to university
(which also gives us studyblrs something to post while there are no exams, tests or anything else to post about ;))
The 5 stationary essentials you have to bring with you to University - take photos and explain why you love them. Find an etui for them.
(Re-) Organize your Planner: Find or craft the one planner you love, add pages you find helpful (a map of the city, the train or bus schedule, helpful telephone numbers etc) and rip out the ones you just don't like - a fresh start is always great :)
Make sure you have the addresses, numbers and whatever you need to keep in touch with your friends and your family. Go and buy some letter paper, try the old-fashioned way!
Try to become familiar with your new university. What societies or clubs are there that you might enjoy? Where are the buildings located? This way you won't feel as lost once you arrive if you wasn't able to attend one of the open days because your university is to far away from home.
Deep clean your laptop/Ipad/Tablet/Phone and I'm not talking about the outside here. All those files from highschool and the images you drew with paint ages ago - throw them in the (digital) trash. You won't need them. Fresh start - remember?
Write a packing list. Maybe you can bring everything you want but maybe you have to restrict yourself a loooot (like I have to - I can only bring 1 1/2 suitcases, no decorations, no books or other heavy stuff since I have to go via plane) then look for minimalistic concepts such as the konmari method or the capsule wardrobe.
Revise your packing list. Scratch at least five things.
Try to find out as much as you can about your future room. Maybe you have pictures, have already been there or have a ground plan. Now imagine how you can arrange the room. How do you want it to look? Go for a (online) shopping spree. Even small things can make a room feel like home. Fairy lights, art, pictures, plants or a carpet - imagine the colours you want your room to be. Make an effort. You'll be living there for the next years.
Speaking of home: Serach for pictures. A lot of pictures. Of everything you'll miss and/or you want to take with you. Print them out and think of a way to hang them up. Many colleges don't allow you to pin or tape something to the walls but maybe you can find another way to hang them up.
Make a list of the things you want to achieve while you're at university. What's your overall goal? What places do you want to discover, which adventures would you like to experience? With whom would you like to keep in contact and how? Which sports or courses would you like to try? Write everything down.
10 1/2. Have fun! This is supposed to be one of the times of your life! Don't stress yourself out and enjoy whatever may come your way. I wish you the best of luck! ❤️
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