does workin during ur first year take away from ur experience?

College Life
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<p>i’d like to work at the library, but it’ll take up some time and i’m just a first year freshmen. of course i wanna experience all the fun college stuff, but the money will come in handy too, so working first year, yes or no?</p>

2

<p>I’d say yes. I worked in a dining hall my first year (last year), and I’m doing it again this year. Great way to meet people other than those on your hall and in your classes. Also, most managers/supervisors understand that you are in your first year, so they help with the adjustment, and can be kind if you need a little extra study time one week.</p>

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<p>Well I have to work, but even if I didnt, I think I would. It teaches you skills that you will need later on. Plus, it gives you the opportunity to meet people you might not have classes with, and make more friends. Plus, the money will be nice. It will help you save for things, and you wont have to worry about being short on cash. So Id say yes.</p>

4

<p>No, it adds to the experience.</p>

5

<p>It’s great to work the first year. You learn time management, learn new skills, earn a little cash, meet new people, etc. As long as it’s not more than 5-15 hours a week, it is usually manageable. On-campus employers are great with working with your schedule too.</p>