Williams College

Talk to your professors. Sometimes they face the same issues as you do.

Talk to alumni. They, for sure, have faced the same issues as you, especially with finding jobs and internships.

Don't start a senior thesis unless you are sure you are in love with your topic and can handle it for as long as a lifetime.

Don't start a thesis in the political science department, even if you are in love with your topic. Just make sure the faculty are in love with it.

Pick your classes carefully. Read about the professors who teach them, and ask students who took the classes before.

If you are an international student, take economics to prepare for the job market that Williams exposes you to.

Do not assume that Williams is boring if you are not a jock.

Avoid conflict with the librarians in Sawyer, especially if you have something overdue. You might lose some hair or teeth in a battle with the librarians.

Take advantage of the excellent sports facilities, even if you are not into sports.

Go abroad junior year. Or some summer.

Don't take Williams for granted. It is a place where many good people work to make you a better person.

Don't blame it on Williams if you don't think you are becoming a better person.

Go skiing to battle the cold.