Look up your professors before signing up for a class. This makes a huge difference.
You're better off going to class hung over than not going at all. And if you really need to miss a class make sure it's a lecture, not a discussion, and get the notes from someone.
95% of students do terrible academically their freshman year and have to fight an uphill battle for the next 3 (or more) years to finish with a decent GPA. Be one of the few who maintain a good balance and start strong.
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