The Lost Files Vol. 17: Things Freshman Need

            Freshman year of college can be a particularly treacherous time of a young person’s life, especially in this snowy winter season. These are some recommended items for freshmen who are feeling the sting of the balmy air and missing their dog.

            The first thing WSU freshmen should instantly get if they do not already have is a comfortable pair of shoes to walk in. WSU students quickly become adept in traversing the rolling hills of the Palouse, which can be made much easier with a comfy pair of walking shoes.

            Next, WSU freshmen should be sure to pick up a sports pass if they haven’t already, which will allow them to attend all home sporting events on campus. There are many exciting varsity sports at WSU beyond just the popular football and basketball teams, from track & field to baseball to golf.

            If you are a Cougar freshman who does not own a good pair of headphones, you are missing out on some quality “me” time. As I previously alluded to, walks to class on campus are long and hilly, leaving plenty of time for students to catch up on podcasts or listen to the newest Now! Music.

            The next thing you should be sure to pick up if you are a freshman at WSU is a hobby or extracurricular activity that sparks your interest. Whether it is a sport, club, job, or any activity outside of class, any time you get involved at the university is positive for both parties.

            Lastly, the most important thing freshmen Cougs should get is the confidence to say what they really feel in front of unfamiliar people. College is a significant growth period for many, a time where you are able to figure out what motivates you and how you can share it with people.

            What follows is a list of additional items freshman students at Washington State should be on the lookout for.

           

·        Lots of socks and underwear so you don’t have to do too much laundry

·        Netflix

·        A winter jacket

·        Those sunglasses that Bret Boone had that flipped up or down

·        Textbooks

·        Pens, pencils, highlighters, notecards- anything from Office Depot

·        A picture on your iMac of Michael Jordan dunking the apple

·        Rashard Lewis retro Supersonics jersey

·        Temporary tattoos of dolphins and stuff

·        A kitten

·        A poster of Bill Murray with a moustache

·        WSU sweatshirt from the Bookie

·        A new lease on life

·        A good routine that accentuates your positive habits and activities

·        A wizard staff of Busch Light

·        Good internet connection

·        Into interesting conversations with classmates and others around campus

·        Crocs

·        Something to look forward to that gets you through all the hard times

·        A nice, sturdy iPhone case

·        That cool haircut that Brad Pitt had in “Fury”

·        Jorts

·        Shants

·        Jeggings

·        Barney Stinson’s suit pajamas

·        Barney Stinson’s sense of composure

·        How I Met Your Mother the complete series on Blu-Ray

·        A Blu-Ray player

·        A bright orange vest like Marty McFly wore in Back to the Future

·        An old man ambiguously related to you who you can yell “Doc” at

·        Pepsi Perfect

·        The Grays Sports Almanac so you can bet on future sporting events

·        A cookbook of roast beef recipes by Jeff Ross called “I Only Roast the Ones I... *inaudible chewing sounds*”