Her Campus Logo Her Campus Logo
2?width=719&height=464&fit=crop&auto=webp
2?width=398&height=256&fit=crop&auto=webp
Culture

Hampton Survival Guide: 10 things to make your Hampton Experience the Best

Christina Buie
Tiana Ruffin
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Hampton U chapter.

Hampton Survival Guide: 10 things to make your Hampton Experience the best 

Now that you are attending, or wanting to attend (hey baby suns) the illustrious Hampton University here are some rules that I’ve learned along the way. Nonetheless, always remember to have fun!

Rule #1 Pace your money 

There are many times you want to go out with your friends, buy a new outfit, or even buy food. Though yes you should do these things, there are times when you just need to save your money and try to find a free activity or even go thrift shopping if you want a new outfit. 

Rule #2 Complete assignments ahead of time 

Future you must follow this rule so that way you’re not stressed out at 11:30pm when your assignment is due at 11:59pm.

Rule #3 Join a club

Joining a club or an organization will get you out of the routine of doing school work and helps you meet new people you would not have met otherwise. For example, here at Her Campus I met Oliva. I would not have met her if not for Her Campus since she is a science major and I am a social science major. 

Rule #4 Have a calendar

This can not be emphasized enough, PLAN PLAN PLAN. If you are a visual learner a calendar helps to visualize due dates and helps you to see what is upcoming. 

Rule #5 Connect with professors 

Yes, you may need them for a letter of recommendation, but also I found that when I learned more about a professor’s life it helps loosen the relationship.  

Rule #6 Be willing to do stuff on your own

Being alone feels strange at first because being in college there is a lot of social interaction. However, being on your own can teach you more about yourself and can help you branch off with a new idea, project, group that truly fits you and not just the dynamic of a friendship or friend group.

Rule #7 Go to school events even the ones that may seem boring

Yes even the boring ones. They may offer FREE food, FREE shirts or Hampton gear. 

Rule #8 Step outside your comfort zone 

College and Hampton is about growing in the best you!

Rule #9 Do not stress over an assignment that is not due that night

Some of the best work comes after a goodnight’s sleep.

Rule #10 Do spontaneous things with your friends even if it’s just a random call

Sticking to a schedule is important, but also remember to live your life and have a good balance.

Christina Buie

Hampton U '22

Hello Beautiful People! My name is Christina Buie I am a graduating Senior Sociology major on the Pre-law track at Hampton University. I absolutely LOVE photography, especially nature pictures and candid polaroids.
Tiana Ruffin

Hampton U '21

I have the privilege to serve as Campus Correspondent for the Her Campus Hampton U Chapter a second year! I am a graduating Senior, Strategic Communications major, Marketing minor currently studying at the illustrious Hampton University. I am from Richmond, VA (shoutout to the 804!). In addition to classes, I run my own creative agency, Tiana Nichelle Marketing where I specialize in social media management, content creation, public relations, and branding. My love for the PR and Communications industry is the reason my ultimate goal is to become a celebrity publicist in the upcoming years! Her Campus Hampton U is an organization that is near and dear to me and I am so happy to be a leader of this ELITE chapter!