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Hello! Did you check part one of my university blog? Well in part two I'll talk more about what it's like to be a university student. But first I'd like to give a shout out to my girlfriend Misa. Turning 22 today, if you double her age she's 44. <3

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

University Life

There is a big difference between the way a school works and Uni. At Uni you are treated as an adult and it's up to you to put in the work. If you fail only you are to blame, and it's over $500 per paper you just wasted. You don't have to come to class, and there is no homework that will be checked the next day, mostly just recommended readings and exercises, but you don't have to do it. There is no detention for coming to class late. You can come and leave as you please. But there are a few things you can't do like sleeping in the library. The security guards come and tell you to go to the park and sleep. 

Time management

This is a pretty important skill to possess if you want to do well. Getting up on time, not staying up late, and not waiting until the last minute do start an assignment, studying and revision are keys to success. It's easier to keep up, than to catch up. Plus if you get everything done, you will have time to relax worry free and play some video games, or... boobs (see below)

Boobs!

There are 100's of clubs you can join too, like the drinking club, meat club, and even a video gaming club... After a hard days studying and lectures (or skipping class) you can wind down at the local Uni bar. There they have a range of cheap drinks and entertainment. There were some pretty cool bands whose names I can't remember playing at my uni, even won a few games of pool.. There are also heaps of cool events, a favourite of mine was the topless skull comp (sorry I can' post pics of it :P). It's probably not a good idea to go to class drunk though.

Money

There are some cool free places to go if you’re tight on money, like the library... or the rec centre, computer labs,  even chilling out with friends on a bench. There are lots of places to eat food too. But it can get kind of expensive, it's best not to buy lunch every day. Nothing wrong with some home made sandwiches. Especially if you were a poor student like me. It can be hard to work and study at the same time, particularly if you have exams. You can get money from the government to help out.

Another helpful tip is not to buy text books. They cost about $150 and some even over $200.Most of the time you don't even need the entire book, only a few chapters. You can get 2nd hand copies from the book store or even the internet for a fraction of the price. The university library should also have several copies to borrow for a quick "scan" of the info.

Ok that’s the end of my blog. University was one of the most awesome experiences ever! I'm sad it's over, but now I'm on to getting a job and soon making money!!! Enjoy your studies!

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