For many, college is the transitional point between graduating high school and picking a career.

While college gives students more time to decide on a career, that does not mean they should waste their time kicking back and partying every chance they get. Yes, basic courses may be a breeze, but one cannot graduate with a major just with those courses. Eventually the basic courses to choose from will run out, and it will be time to make a choice on what major to pick to learn about a chosen field.

We at The Trend advise you as a student to start making a plan for your life. Whether you are an undecided major or are already diving into a chosen major, it is good to start thinking ahead about the future.

Not only is a career choice important, but at this stage in life, it is also good to start thinking about settling down. Where you want to go after college and who you want to spend this time with are also big choices that should be made early.

A good way to start planning for the future is to talk to an adviser or even your parents.

While it is good to have a memorable college experience, college is not all fun and games. It is that extra step to prepare you for what is to come. So do not wait until the last minute to make a life-changing choice. Whether the future is a year from now or in twenty years, start making a plan for success.