The Collegiate Diaries
Welcome to Jillian Hetherman’s declassified survival guide. I’m dishing on my diary entries as I take you through the ups and downs of college life, provide some tips and tricks every college student should know, and host the collegiate conversations that nobody talks about, but everybody wants to hear. Grab yourself some coffee and prepare your notion templates because we’re about to Sophie Sheridan-snoop on these collegiate diaries.
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Episodes
Sunday Sep 04, 2022
Sunday Sep 04, 2022
Congratulations on finishing your first week of college! Now, it's time to add the academic part. Welcome to this week's episode where I explain what to expect during syllabus week, how to utilize this time to prepare for the semester, and how to ensure your first real week of school goes off without a hitch.
Saturday Aug 27, 2022
Saturday Aug 27, 2022
Orientation — you either love it, or you hate it. Either way, it can be one of the most nerve-wracking, adrenaline-pumping experiences a college student faces during their four years. I utterly failed at mine, but in doing so, I garnered some key takeaways that I think every new student going through orientation could utilize for some guidance. Welcome to TCD's Orientation on how to ace your Orientation Week.
Friday Aug 19, 2022
Friday Aug 19, 2022
Today's diary entry is a firsthand account of the college move-in process. I'm unpacking everything from packing tips (i.e. keep your clothes on their hangers & put trash bags over a set for easy transfer) to words of advice for how to tackle stress so that you can rest assured your move-in day will go on without a hitch, though, what's a major life event without some drama?
About Me
Hi, I'm Jillian! I'm a second-year Interdisciplinary Studies student at Emerson College in Boston. I am currently pursuing a degree in musical theatre writing and a minor in history. I absolutely adore chai lattes, dressing up, and all things concerning royalty. Most of all, I'm passionate about helping new and prospective college students adjust and prepare for their collegiate journey ahead!