As the weeks fly by, and we fall into the routine of college
life, it is important to pause for a moment and reflect on our time thus far at
Chico State, specifically in regards to our involvement outside of the
classroom. Being involved in groups and
activities is one of the most rewarding aspects of college, and allows you to
create a community with people who enjoy similar things to you. Finding community is essential to enjoying a
healthy and full college career. There
is no secret to getting the perfect “college experience” besides making the
most of every opportunity, and there is no one to tell us how to do this
besides ourselves!
Find your niche. Explore where you fit in and expand upon
that. Build relationships and thrive
within that community. Search out people
with similar interests and values and explore your potential and gifts. Challenge yourself within the community you
become a part of and take advantage of opportunities to build leadership
skills.
Try everything at least once,
and give it some time before you come to a judgment about a certain group. Oftentimes it takes more than one experience
of being with a group of people to get a feel of the group dynamic and figure
out if it is something you could be a part of.
Joining a community allows you to meet new people and expand your
horizons of thinking that were originally based upon your past
experiences.
Don’t forget that joining
groups also builds your resume, and being involved in college is something that
employers look for! The
majority of learning and growth occurs outside of the classroom, so get plugged
in to a community of people that will support you throughout your college
career.
