Emily Allen, Class of 2011, Secondary Education/English & Textual Studies, Smithfield, RI
Be yourself. Become who you were meant to be. Let your opportunities at SU help you find what you love about life, and then live it up!

Elizabeth Beemer, Class of 2009, Retail Management & Consumer Studies, Northampton, MA
Study hard, but don't miss out on the good times. This doesn't mean go out and party every night, but make friends enjoy your time and try everything.

David Bell, Class of 2010, Business, Westford, MA
Be willing to embrace change and experience new things. Get involved with as many new things as possible, but save time to enjoy yourself and relax.

Joy Brown, Class of 2009, Social Work, New York, NY
Take advantage of all the opportunities presented to you here at SU. Whether old or new, you can gain a different perspective and new experiences just from seizing your opportunities.

Candace Campbell, Class of 2009, Health & Exercise Science, Kinnelon, NJ
Get involved! Syracuse has many different clubs and organizations to join and it's a great way to meet new people and do something you enjoy.

Jena Cisco, Class of 2011, Economics/International Relations, Dartmouth, MA
Make sure you ask for help when it's needed, put yourself out there to others, stay organized and most importantly make use of all SU has to offer.

Michael Dolan, Class of 2011, Advertising, San Francisco, CA
Do homework early and efficiently, but be sure to have a few websites to visit when you need to recharge. Friends can help with both of these. Don't underestimate Facebook.

Christopher Doster, Class of 2010, Bioengineering, Somers, NY
My advice, get involved! SU has a wide variety of activities, clubs, sports, and events to be a part of, so don't miss an opportunity. You've got nothing to lose!

Elizabeth Ferree, Class of 2009, Public Relations/Political Science, Latham, NY
Campus may be overwhelming at first, but don't fret; it's smaller than it seems! There's a slice of something for everyone at SU, be bold and hit the ground running!

Mahala Gaylord, Class of 2009, Photojournalism/History, Horseheads, NY
Be open-minded. Take every opportunity you get to try new things and meet new people; that's what the college experience is all about.

Megan Hess, Class of 2011, Magazine Journalism, Wyckoff, NJ
At Syracuse, you'll be inspired to get into the world, shake things up, and make things better. Join an activity you've never tried before. Remember the importance of personal hygiene!

Annu Joseph, Class of 2010, Biology/Anthropology, Yonkers, NY
EXPLORE! There is so much that SU has to offer; jump out of your comfort zones, expand your boundaries, and see what's out there. Create your own experience.

Greg Klotz, Class of 2010, Marketing/Advertising, Pittsford, NY
Be yourself and do your best not to be overwhelmed. Don't lock yourself in your room, but rather get out, meet new people, and get involved!

Kristyn Lao, Class of 2009, Public Relations/Psychology, Queens, NY
Start now and stay committed! Syracuse has so much to offer. Don't leave any room for regret. This is your chance to become the person you want to be!

Mary Lau, Class of 2011 Biology/Pre-Med, Boston, MA
Branch out of your comfort zone by pursuing all the interests you were too afraid of and take advantage of the opportunities that will shape who you are.

Ashley Richardson, Class of 2010, Political Science/Policy Studies, San Francisco, CA
Get involved, but don't spread yourself too thin, your academics and social life are important too. Life moves fast, don't forget to have fun!

Andrea Rosko, Class of 2011, Civil Engineering, Scotch Plains, NJ
Relax, take a deep breath, and get ready for the most exciting four years of your life.

Sommer Smith, Class of 2009, Information System Management/Political Science, Duncanville, TX
Get involved and step out of your bubble; meet as many people as you can. Your new best friend could be sitting next to you!

Brian Spendley, Class of 2009, Biomedical Engineering, Hampton, NJ
Come to campus with an open mind; be ready to meet new people and do new things. Don't forget "We don't just wear orange, we bleed it!"

Nicole Stanek, Class of 2009, Biology/Mathematics, Cupertino, CA
Take advantage of everything that Syracuse University has to offer you. Get involved! Join organizations you've enjoyed before and try something new. You may surprise yourself!

Paul Stanley, Class of 2011, Broadcast Journalism/Marketing, Niskayuna, NY
Get involved immediately once you arrive on campus. Many awesome experiences and opportunities await you, but it's up to you to get out of your room and take advantage of them.

Drew Sullivan, Class of 2010, Economics, Moorestown, NJ
Explore! College is a great chance to get involved in many things; more so than after graduation. Take advantage and try something new.

Julia Terruso, Class of 2011, Newspaper, Wynnewood, PA
Get hyped! The first few weeks are some of the most exciting. Be open to new people you'll meet, new dining-hall cuisine you'll eat and new orange wardrobe you'll soon wear.

Abel Thomas, Class of 2010, Bioengineering, Staten Island, NY
Always be yourself and everything else will fall into place! We all have strengths to contribute to the University. It's about finding your own personal niche and cherishing every moment!

Luis Torrens, Class of 2009, History, New York, NY
Make friendships that can last a lifetime, discover different opportunities and most importantly have experiences that you will never forget. Welcome to Syracuse University, enjoy it to the fullest.

Melanie Zilora, Class of 2011, Economics/Mathematics/Policy Studies, Rochester, NY
Be sure to get involved. It's far too easy to let your first year pass without making any real connections on campus, so step up and join something!