Things I regret not doing in University

I became a senior faster than I expected, and I didn't really realise it until people started asking me what year you are and I though how years passed by so quickly. As I am reflecting back on my time at university I thought of things I regret not doing. If I go back in time, I would do these things:

1- Become a tutor

I used to be a tutor at my high school for different subjects, and I loved it. Unfortunately I didn't carry that same experience at the university. It was a bit complicated for me as I didn't finish the basic Math and Science classes in the university itself, hence I couldn't become a tutor. But in general I believe you can do it. If you love tutoring then don't miss the chance of doing something that you love, help your colleagues, and earn some money.

2- Join a service trip

This is one of the main things that I wish I have one more year at university for. In my university it is a rule that you have to be not graduating before the trip, so I can't go in my senior year. When I first came to uni I had a very wrong idea of what selfless service is. The word service in my mind was synonym for 'serving' someone. I didn't think about it as helping others, or giving back to the community. Know that I appreciate the selfless service as a value I wish I had taken part in the trip. If your community organise something similar I highly recommend that you give it a try.

3- Make friends earlier

I am guilty of that one since high school. I think it is a personality trait, but it takes me at least a year to say that I am a friend with someone. After starting to have friends I realised the huge difference in my life. University experience became so much better with friends. There is something special about being able to relate to someone who is going through the same thing as you.

4- Live in the dorms

I couldn't do this for mainly two reasons, it was expensive, and my parents were living with me in the same country so they weren't convinced of the point of letting me live on my own. To me living independently teaches a lot and adds to the experience. Also, you are more emmersed in the whole university experienece when you live on campus.