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Joelle Sonet

Joelle Sonet is a first-year in the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences where she is undecided. Her column, 'Anectdotes', runs on alternate Wednesdays.

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SONET: Academic achievement does not require overloading yourself

During my senior year of high school, one of my teachers gave me and my peers one important piece of advice. He cautioned us not to overload ourselves during our first year of college. He admitted that his own 18-year-old ego caused him to take extremely difficult classes in college, which effectively tanked his GPA and caused him a copious amount of stress.Feb 1
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SONET: Though family time is important, college students should prioritize independence

One of the things that initially drew me to Rutgers is its proximity to my hometown. I have always been somewhat of an anxious homebody. While many of my peers jumped at the chance to move as far away from their parents as possible, I liked the idea of remaining close to my support system.Jan 18
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SONET: Loneliness is important though difficult to experience in college

Before I went off to Rutgers, I was warned by numerous people that college could be an amazing experience, but it could also be a lonely one. As with most of the advice and cautionary tales from those around me, I brushed these warnings off, telling myself that everything would be fine.Dec 7
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SONET: Reading should not be marker of intelligence but of personal growth

I have very few memories from my elementary school days, but I do know that I learned to read and write during this time. I remember sitting with friends in the cafeteria while the principal went around with a microphone, making unfunny jokes. Overall, I look back on those years of my life fondly.Nov 23
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SONET: Do not lose sight of old friendships, memories when adjusting to college life

This year marked the beginning of my college career. In June of last year, I graduated from high school, and throughout August, I said goodbye to each of my friends as they went off to their respective schools.Nov 9