The 2025 Orientation Edition

Dear class of 2029,

Congratulations! High school has ended, and you’re about to embark on your journey as a University of Michigan student. Rather than thinking about college applications and waking up at 6 a.m., you can now worry about finding your way through the MATH (Mason, Angel, Tisch and Haven) building, trying to find a seat in the library during finals and not getting lost on campus. It’s not nearly as stressful as it sounds, I promise. Questioning what’s to come is much more stressful than actually starting college.

So, whether you’re feeling unsure of what’s next or excited for the fall, I ask you to sit down and read The Michigan Daily’s 2025 Orientation Edition.

This special edition of The Daily offers advice from Daily staffers who once started their journey where you are now. From what to wear to your first football game and walking around campus to how to balance extracurricular activities and finding new bookstores, this edition has tips and tricks from the people who know best. But don’t just pay attention to the advice given. Instead, think about your own journey and how it might relate to those that came before you.

College is the time for you. You’ll make new friends, figure out your academic passions and probably complain about “Michigan Math.” Soon, you’ll be a part of the U-M community. As scary as it may feel, set aside your fear and be excited for what comes next. Know that no matter what happens, this is your time to shine — and The Daily will be there every step of the way.

In approximately three months, your time as a University of Michigan student will officially commence. Enjoy your journey and cherish every moment, since those four years will fly by. Go to class, go to football games and put yourself out there. Remember that these next four years are for you, and, as The Daily always says: Make history, Daily.

Hail to the Victors,
Sophia Perrault
2025 Summer Editor in Chief