New year, New school, New start! Welcome,Class of 2023, to your first year at IMSA! First of all, congratulations again on being accepted, and get ready to start your journey! As your upperclassmen, we are so excited to get to know you all, and we have lots of advice to offer.<\/p>\n
Many students from IMSA\u2019s class of 2020, 2021, and 2022 have combined their efforts in order to provide you with some meaningful and useful advice.<\/p>\n
There is no doubt that IMSA prides itself on its rigorous academic classes and teachers. Coming into this environment might seem frightening at first, especially if you\u2019ve never been with students with as much drive and motivation as you. As you continue to make new friends and gain more experiences, don\u2019t forget to try your hardest in classes and pay attention to your teachers. Self-driven, inquiry-based classes can often be described as how much effort you put in is how rewarding the output will be. Another important point: grades don\u2019t define who you are. Don\u2019t let one bad grade ruin your day or week. You can turn it into a learning by studying more or asking for help if you need it.<\/p>\n
Here is some more advice from students:<\/strong><\/p>\n IMSA gives an amazing opportunity for you to live alongside some of your best friends and classmates — an opportunity that will look different at the start of the 2020-2021 school year, but which still emphasizes community and togetherness, even virtually. The thought of living away from home might either excite you or scare you, but all RCs, teachers, upperclassmen, and wing guides are here to make your transition a little easier. Living on campus comes with its own perks, such as having access to classmates to ask for homework help or even just the chance to hang out with friends on school nights. Take advantage of the close-knit community in your hall and wings; they could end up being some of your best friends. One last piece of advice is to reach out to your upperclassmen. Many have already gone through some of the tough situations you\u2019re facing, such as feelings of homesickness, struggles making friends, confusion about classes, etc. So getting close to some upperclassmen in your hall and wing might benefit you. Also, don\u2019t forget to show hall pride!<\/p>\n Here is some more advice from students:<\/strong><\/p>\n Sodexo experiences (though IMSA now contracts its food services through Lexington) are different for everyone. Some people spend five minutes wolfing down food, some take longer to talk to friends, and some like to enjoy the peace and quiet of dining alone. In my opinion, eating breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Sodexo is a great way to catch up with friends, especially with a busy schedule. If there\u2019s no one you know when entering Sodexo, don\u2019t be afraid to talk to someone new and branch out. There is a wide variety of food available in each section. Be sure to try the deli line to the salads, and even the soups. Many students have created their own signature dishes, from cheesy fries to root beer floats. It\u2019s all about getting creative with your meals.<\/p>\n Here is some more advice from students:<\/strong><\/p>\n IMSA is a place to explore and find new passions. A large number of campus clubs and extracurriculars will allow you to step outside of your comfort zone. Most clubs will have an application process, consisting of a written application, interview stage, and possibly speeches. Most clubs consist of a \u201cboard\u201d, a group of several members whose positions include sophomore\/junior\/senior reps, president, vice president, and more. As a sophomore, you will have opportunities to apply for boards or simply become a general member of a club. More competitive clubs (with a speech stage) include Class Club, Student Council, and Campus Activities Board (CAB)! On Acronym, we have a general staff, an editor for each section, the managing director, and two editors-in-chief. (We encourage you to apply!!) As well as clubs, IMSA offers lots of different extracurriculars during the year to get involved in. Most sports are offered, except contact ones. Culture shows are run by each culture club and are run periodically throughout the year. Anyone can sign up to choreograph, dance, or be in the script. There will also be events, including convocation, clash, pep rallies, and more.<\/p>\n Here is some more advice from students:<\/strong><\/p>\n Attending a boarding school, you will make friendships that last into adulthood. Open yourself up and try to meet new people. Although you may not get there on your first try, or even your sophomore year, you will find friends that you love. Your upperclassmen are also your friends and we will give you guidance as you navigate through IMSA. Don\u2019t be afraid to reach out – even virtually. As far as relationships go, stay true to yourself. Set boundaries. Communicate. Who you date and when you date is up to you and only you. Sophomore rushing is a term that refers to the beginning of the year when lots of sophomores tend to \u201crush\u201d into relationships. Although this may be postponed until we meet on campus, take it at your own risk.<\/p>\n Here is some more advice from students:<\/strong><\/p>\n As a conclusion, we wanted to share motivational pieces of advice from your upperclassmen. Remember, you will struggle at IMSA but it\u2019s important to keep your head up and find confidence in yourself. You will go through a lot of changes – but everything is for the best!<\/p>\n Here is some more advice from students:<\/strong><\/p>\n New year, New school, New start! Welcome,Class of 2023, to your first year at IMSA! 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