You’ve graduated high school, been accepted to college, and maybe even managed to fit in a little fun and make a little money this summer. With the start of the school year around the corner, now is the time to knock out some prep work.
The summer before college is an important time. In addition to hanging out with your friends and family, you’ll need to get some practical tasks out of the way before you head off to school.
Here are eight things everyone should do the summer before college.
Clean Out Your Closet
As fall approaches, you’ll be packing your clothes into suitcases (or garbage bags) to take to college. Before you pack, clean out your closet to remove items that don’t fit anymore. Donate them to a local Goodwill or shelter.
Packing is easier when you’re looking at a clean and organized closet. An organized closet will also make it easy to see what clothing items you’ll need to purchase before you head out.
Friend Your Roommate
You don’t need to become best friends with your roommate the summer before college (or even once you get to college). Friending your roommate on social media, however, can help ease the transition into living together.
Once you’re friends, shoot a few messages back and forth to get to know each other a little. You can coordinate on who is bringing what for the dorm, as well as start important conversations about lifestyle and expectations.
Polish Up Your Resume
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Even if you don’t plan to apply for a job or internship right when you get to college, having your resume polished and ready to go can’t hurt in case you do find an opportunity you’re interested in. At the very least, polishing your resume will teach you a necessary skill that you’ll use time and time again.
