<p>Hi grizzzlybelle, and thanks for offering to answer questions. Mine are more general. What were your expectations about Macalester before you arrived, and how has Mac met those expectations? Is it what you thought it would be? Did anything disappoint you? What surprised you? What exceeded your expectations? Also, as a first-year student, how much help do you have from professors and advisors to guide you in selection of courses, majors, etc.? Thanks so much!</p>