Wolverine Wisdom
We're excited to welcome you to UM-Dearborn! You will soon meet us at your orientation session and while with us, we want you to be encouraged, focused, and motivated to start classes. We know that starting school in a new place can be stressful but we hope that our "Wolverine Wisdom" can ease your anxiety and give you high hopes for the upcoming semester.
- The 2013 Orientation Leaders
2013 Wolverine Wisdom Quotes
“Always be energetic and be yourself.” – Andrew Allen
“My advice is to get to know as many people as you can, form networks, and meet friends. It will make your time here so much more enjoyable.” – Kelly Bedro
“Be friendly. It is important to make a good impression. You would be surprised where opportunities pop up.” – Sarah Bellaire
“Use your time wisely, do not procrastinate!” – Ahmani Carr
“Be yourself! This is the time to explore all kinds of opportunities. Don’t be afraid to try new things and meet new people and don’t be afraid to ask questions!” – Kelly Conen
“Don’t get too behind in your classes! It’s great to be involved, but you need to make sure you stay on top of your classes; once you fall behind its next to impossible to catch up again!” – Samantha Cooley
“Find an extracurricular activity on campus. While you’re at a commuter campus, sharing common interests and meeting often can give you inspiration to succeed and lifelong friends.” – Elisha Deogracias
“Pick your classes wisely, don’t use up all the easy distribution classes or you’ll get stuck with the harder classes your junior and senior year.” – Gettanjali Dutt
“Your hard work will be greatly rewarded.” – Desiree Edwards
“When the going gets tough, the tough get going! Don’t give up!” – Ali Elsaghir
“Keep up with your studies and make school your first priority.” – Shelbi Ibach
“Get to know your fellow students, sometimes they may prove to be a huge help when you need it!” – Paulina Leonard
“Attend class and do homework. It may slow down your social life for now, but it will all be worth it in the end.” – Richard Morgan
“My best advice for incoming students is to do three things: 1. Get involved on campus – find where your niche is, 2. Meet and get to know your professors because they will be the ones to write your letters of recommendation, and 3. Just have fun – college is an experience, enjoy every moment of it!” – Tina Moynahan
“Become friends with people in your same major, having friends in your classes removes a lot of the initial stress.” – Samuel Parks
“Be open to new experiences because you will not only met new people but you’ll also learn new things.” – Kaleigh Passarelli
“Don’t be afraid to talk to your professors. They want to help you succeed in this new learning environment.” – Katie Pfannes
“Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Always speak up if you don’t understand.” – Amal Qureshi
“Manage your time well so you can keep up with all your classes!” – Maria Rodriguez
“Be confident and have fun, college is a once in a life time experience.” – Rachel Simms
“Don’t be afraid to venture out of your comfort zone and explore new and different activities or options on campus. This is your time to explore new ideas and interests.” – Liala Sobh
“Be yourself! We are a welcoming and accepting community. If you have fun and stay true to yourself, amazing things could happen.” – Ashley Strawser
“Go see an academic advisor every semester! I see mine in CASL every November and March. She is so helpful in making sure I stay on track to graduation!” – Kathryn Thomas
“Strangers will be as welcoming as you are to them.” – Taavi Vint
“Be able to be excited for everything you do and you will live a happy life.” – Dorothy Wong
“You never know who’s watching, whether it’s a perspective employer, faculty at the University or a simple stranger.” - Callie Wyatt