<p>Basically, to what extent does one need to be proactive to be happy here? I’ve read alot of threads, and it seems like the unhappiest kids were the ones who weren’t proactive. I’m in the middle, so this is kinda bothering me. I still committed though 
Any thoughts current students or alumni?</p>
<p>The fact that you’re thinking about this now is a good sign! I might try to write up my own thoughts later - but you might want to think about checking this book out over the summer [Amazon.com:</a> Making the Most of College: Students Speak Their Minds: Richard J. Light: Books](<a href=“http://www.amazon.com/Making-Most-College-Students-Speak/dp/0674004787]Amazon.com:”>http://www.amazon.com/Making-Most-College-Students-Speak/dp/0674004787)</p>
<p>The author, Richard Light, is a Harvard prof (KSG I think), and he’ll likely also give a presentation or two during orientation week.</p>
<p>Thanks Justforgetme. You have been really helpful to us all and we’re are in debt to you :)</p>