But of course.....there are trade schools that are wonderful if you have made a decision as to a certain job you would like......for example....beautician, esthetician, plumber, electrician, mechanic, etc. Usually internship is associated with college students but if you offer your time to work for free or less...you may be able to learn a lot. For example a job in a restaurant helping with food prep could provide you with a hands on education in being a chef.

There are trades and other programs (including on line education), that don't involve a four year degree. You need to decide what interests you for further work and start googling and schools will come up.

There are so many options. See a counselor and talk about what's out there. Your school guidance counselor should be able to help. Career counseling is available, and you may even find free or low-cost counseling. Look on-line. There are tests you can take to determine aptitude and self-help books that will give you ideas. If you really don't know what you want to do, take a year off and work, save enough money to travel, now is the time to find what you love. 2 year colleges are also a good place to explore different options, Try a photography course, a cooking course, try animal training or landscaping. Like I said, so many options. You may find that what you love is trying new things, just don't do nothing for any long period of time.

I loved college and education but my boys didn't enjoy school like I did. My older son went to a tech school for two years and finished his program in mechanics. There are so many things available, so many specific schools: auto mechanics, motorcycle mechanics, truck mechanics, welding, beauty schools, massage schools and also the art schools and specific craft programs, glass blowing, ceramics. Google whatever your interests are and you will be amazed at the opportunities to learn some obscure skill that you always thought you wanted to try. Try it! It may be the best thing you can do and the better fit for your life.

i doubt it

Absolutely not

no

Better ask the prefect or dorm monitor .

Yes, the long term results of the ipod generation on hearing are yet to be seen (or heard?), but it is predicted that those who listen to their ipod loud and often will pay a price in hearing loss later.

Everything effects your hearing and when you get to be our age you'll wish you lowered the sound on your ipod.

Yes, over long term it can.

I have realized that I listen to music in my car too loud and sometimes my ears feel a little numb when I am done with a long drive. I worry about the ipod generation and what the long term hearing damage might be for all the blasting of ipods. Share your music and don't close the world away with the headphones.

No not necessarily, you can also apply to many colleges as undecided. However some specialized colleges might ask you to apply with a major, such as, medical, art, engineering schools.

No, apply as undecided or liberal arts, Most schools don't make you declare a major until the end of Sophomore year. Even if you have chosen a major in Freshman year, you can change it. Just check your school's policies on switching.

No you don't. Even after you have declared a major as you enter your sophomore or junior year, you can always apply to change it.

Usually

Depends on the college/university but in most cases the school likes you to live in the dorm freshman year. If they don't offer dorm living then the colleges/universities usually have a housing office to help find apartments. It's really a good idea to live in the dorms freshman year in order to meet new friends.

Some schools insist on it, others strongly recommend it, the reason being that it's a good way to meet people and really feel like a part of the school. If you are really unhappy living in the dorm freshman year then see if you can find off campus housing and bring your problem to a school dorm administrator, If they won't let you move off campus, they may allow you to switch rooms. I think it's also important to remember that freshmen year of college is a big adjustment for many people, I know so many young people who were miserable freshmen year and ended up loving their school.

Many colleges require you to live on campus your first year. It is a good idea, It gives you the opportunity to live the campus life and get close to your school and you may find the social intellectual interaction of life on campus stimulating.

Drugs and alcohol can make you feel sexually uninhibited. The feeling is pretty normal. But don't fall into the drunk hook-up pattern. When you do, you'll forget your protection, have sex with someone you wouldn't normal have sex with or worse get yourself in a date/rape situation. In most cases, these hook-ups won't turn into a meaningful relationship.

Yes, It's normal, but hooking up with a series of strangers is not safe or smart Good Lord, you could wake up with someone you wouldn't be caught dead with had you been sober.

Oh yeah... alcohol and drugs can lead to uninhibited and unprotected and unconscious sex with strangers. This can be fun a couple of times. It is different if you at least end up with someone you know. That boy next door that you liked but didn't know if he was interested in you.... well after a keg of beer and a few shots he is very interested. It is best to know something about a sexual partner. Know someone that can vouch for them. If you are taking advantage of another person whose inhibitions are down and you know they are doing something that they wouldn't normally be into, then wake up and stand up to the challenge of repressing your sexual urges and take care of your friend. Friends can mess around, but it can be challenging. It can take a friendship to a place where you can't return from. So, be careful out there. If the only time you are having sex is when you are drunk, try going for a while without the liquid courage and see where that takes you... It could be even better when you don't have any questions about how she or he got there next to you.

A good place to start is with your guidance counselor. Think about what's most important and go from there, location, major, $$$,and whether if you need SAT scores. Financial aid needs to be explored because there are often solutions where you may have thought a school was unaffordable.

You usually start with your college adviser but pick up a college book at the library. They are huge books with every college in the country. There is a quiz on collegeboard.com that can help you narrow down colleges by area, grades and interest.You could start by picking a state, major, or size of the college. Also, ask around to friends and family.

OK, I agree you should start with a guidance counselor, college adviser. There are great books out there, and Princeton Review on-line can be very helpful. Start whittling down your options by thinking about what you want. Urban, suburban or rural, small or large, close to home or far away, highly academic, sports, classics. What do you want to do? A teaching College, Sciences, the Arts. Different colleges are good at different things. As for money, Yes, it's very important to your final decision, but don't eliminate a school because of the cost. See what kind of aid is available. There are so many scholarships and grants out there. If the school is really right for you and you are what they are looking for, they will help you with work scholarships, grants, sports scholarships. They offer scholarships to tuba players, if they have a marching band. Don't look at the cost until all avenues have been explored.

There are great books with colleges and description of them. If they are not in your library, then check with your college counselor, or a local bookstore. Maybe you could share one with some friends. It is great to visit the colleges in your proximity. Take a road trip junior year with a friend or a parent. You get a better feel for a place when you are sitting in the quad or classroom. There are students who give tours. Be sure to look at the College Catalog of courses, course offerings. One of my sons was going to go to a college and we were looking at the list of classes for his entry, and we couldn't find courses that he was looking forward to in college.  There can be some interesting options for math and english requirements. You might find the art department doesn't have the animation class you may have thought you wanted to try in college. Take a year off and work or travel if you can afford it and can have opportunity. It is best to get into several colleges first and ask for a year's deferment. Keep your options open. Don't close doors.

So, it's too late to drink responsibly, move on,  Water and lots of it,  drink water before going to bed if you can.  If it's too late for that, start immediately.  Sleep, stay in bed and sleep it off.  Fruit or fruit juice to replenish Vitamin C, banana for potassium, Multiple B vitamins. Sport drinks to replenish electrolytes and help with the de-hydration.  Eggs, if you can get them down, to replenish protein.  More water. Even though coffee seems like a good idea, it causes more de-hydration  More water.  Take a shower and alternate hot and cold water. Canned fish and pickles replace minerals.  Sweat, I know it's hard to think about getting off the bed (or floor) but drink more water and work out.  And yes, there is always the hair of the dog, a Bloody Mary can take the edge off, but can also lead to AA, only use as a last resort, only drink one and spend the rest of the day taking care of yourself.

Also, before your next night out on the town, check out the responsible drinking blog, avoiding the hang-over is the best cure.

Well, if you don't have a washing machine available you can either go to the laundromat or drop it off at a cleaners and they will do it for you. It is a little more expensive to drop it off but it may be worth it because you waste alot of time at a laundromat. If you do have access to a washer and dryer...here are the basics.

First you must seperate bright colors, mixed colors, and whites for best results. The whites can take some bleach and hot water if you're not afraid of shrinkage. You put in your clothes without overcrowding select water temp (cold will do the trick and save energy), and just read the dial to select the type of wash cycles.

Then dry...put in dryer and select according to the dial either timed dry or an automatic setting. The hot setting will be the one to shrink your clothes...so you might want to hang dry certain jeans, etc.

Michele's instruction are good. I'd only add if you have stain, then you should soak the area with cold water and add a spot cleaner before you add it to the machine. After you wash is done, you should decide what needs to go into the dryer and what needs to be hung up to air dry. It would be good to have a small drying rack for that.

First, separate your colors and make a few piles of laundry, i.e whites, colors, delicate. Load the first group (whites) Choose the size and temp. Usually do the whites in normal temp , add detergent (can use bleach for whites) and start the machine. Depending on the size of the load-it can take anywhere from 20-45 minutes. Dark clothes should be done in cold water. Extra dirty clothes need a longer cycle and hot water. Be careful with those reds, they can bleed and turn everything pink.

 What can I say...I am impressed with your choice of those you admire as I have two sons on the Frends crew.  Not all of us are born knowing our life purpose but you need not look at this as a burden but rather choose to embrace the process of self discovery.  Your childhood can hold important insight into what naturally inspires you before the societal pressures of adulthood...was it art, music, helping others, science, sports, reading, etc.  Find others who share your interests by making friends, reading, researching, experiencing, etc and here is where your passion for something can intensify.  My boys didn't begin by being professional snowboarders or even making a decision to do that..they began by falling in love with a sport.  My son Luke just interrupted this message with a phone call and I read him your question and here is what he said "tell him to follow his heart." He then mentioned the law of attraction....this is best presented inthe famous movie or book The Secret and can be very motivational.  I think my son Jack would say don't be afraid to "go big!"  Have fun and good luck!

 Deciding what to do with your life is a process that can change as your life changes.  Always go with you passion.  If you're not sure what your passion is then try going to school or take classes in things that might interest you.  If school isn't your thing, then maybe an interning in different jobs can help with the decision making.  The main thing is not to stress about figuring out your life, go with the flow of life and usually you'll get signals along the way.  The boys in the Frends crew are all hardworking and flexible people.  Whether it's snowboarding in competitions or coming out with a new products, they never stop working for their goals.  This is why their successful in their passions.  Life is a journey, enjoy!

There is a putty and 3m makes a product for this too. The hardware store would carry these.

Putty is the best for the walls. You could use small tacks but they will leave a tiny hole in the wall.

Sticky Tac . It is this putty stuff that is safe for paper and walls. It won't be strong enough to hold up large things though. You may have to use some very very small nails or tacks and then fill them in later.

 Every state has different requirments.  Check out this site to learn the procedure in your state. electionland.com/.  You must be 18 years old by the time of the election, a US citizen and usually you need to live in the area you plan to vote in for a certain period of time.  If you will not be in your voting area at the time of the election, you can apply for an absentee ballot.  Again, different states have different guidlines. There are online applications for registration. Try www.rockthevote.org/ and often, especially in an election year, groups make it easier to register by setting up tables on college campuses.  

Craigslist is a popular place to start, local papers, even real estate brokers, there are often room mate wanted ooards in colleges. You will usually be asked for a security deposit and one month's rent. Today they may do a credit check and ask for references to check your character.

There are a couple of ways to find an apartment. Newspapers, craiglist, a rental agent, etc. Once you find the housing you like, you'll receive a lease. Make sure you read and understand everything on the lease. If you have questions show it to someone who can explain it (your parents,lawyer). You will have to go through a credit and reference check. Depending on the agreement, be prepared to pay a security deposit as well as you monthly rent at lease signing. Check out inchargehousing.org

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craigslist, consignment shops, homegoods, department stores run deals with no interest and free delivery

Love HomeGoods, Target and give me Macy's furniture anyday.

Check out some of the blogs on decorating and re-cycling for more ideas. 

hardware store ,Pier 1,check out Maine Cottage , Crate and Barrell

Try using your sense of humor to say it in a nice way. You will have to speak up.

You need to speak to your roommates about putting some money into the food budget. Even if it's a few dollars a week. Set up a jar in the kitchen and everyone can throw in their change. You'd be surprised how quickly the money will add up. They also might want to share in the cooking if they have contributed in any way.

 If you are making food with no intention of sharing it, package the left-overs, put your name on the package and ask your roommates not to eat it. If they don't respect your wishes ask them to replace the food or give you money to buy lunch. They'll get the idea. The best thing to do when sharing a house is to decide whether each roommate will buy their own food or if you will share expenses and cooking in advance.

You absolutely need to have food! Beside the fact that food will help soak up the alcohol, how boring you're party would be without food. Try having a theme food night, you can pair food with cocktails, Mexican, Asian, New Orleans or football parties. Have your friends plan to do some cooking at the party as well. This also helps will the alcohol consumption, keep the hands busy!

Yes please, First off it's a party, it's only right to offer your guests food and drink. Secondly, food slows the emptying of the stomach and therefore slows the absorption of alcohol into the system. In other words, your friends are less likely to get too drunk too fast. Food has a sobering effect. Salty food, however, will make people drink more, notice how bars often put out bowls of pretzels and peanuts? They are not doing it to be polite. You, on the other hand, have invited your friends to a party, presumably because you like them. Serve sandwiches, or cheese and crackers at least, Give your guests something to do besides drink. Also, serve non-alcoholic alternatives, water, soda, juice and if your friends do drink too much, don't let them drive, arrange for designated drivers, or a place for them to crash.

 The most important thing now is to find a way to clear up this mess and make sure you do graduate.  Make a plan that makes it happen for you.  If you do this you will show your friends and relatives that you are in control of your life and that you will make them proud of you.  They will understand and admire you for working out this difficult situation.

The first thing you need to do is to go to the guidance counselor and find out for sure whether or not you are graduating. If you are, then no problem. If you're short a few credits, find out if they will allow you to walk in graduation and make up the credits over the summer. This could happen if it's a private school. If you do not have the credits to graduate then get a complete list of things you need to do to complete your high school. It will make you feel better if you have a clear picture of what you need to do and have a game plan on how to do it. Have you told your parents? Have them handle the questions from the aunts and uncles. If you feel awkward about them, write them a note later.  Everyone makes mistakes in life, they should understand.

I'm sorry this happened to you. As Sally said, there is a possibility that the school will let you walk with your class if you agree to finish course work over the summer. As embarrassing as it may be to admit that you are not graduating on time, the real problem here is getting the credits you need to graduate. See your guidance counselor, talk to your teachers, and talk to your parents if you can. If your family is caring enough to want graduation pictures, they probably care enough to forgive you for not being on the 4 year plan, don't lie to them, but do get that diploma, or GED, not for your family, for yourself.

Wow this is difficult. So close and things fall apart. It is hard to answer without all the information, but I guess the question is really what do you tell people. If you made some mistakes of judgment and got into trouble, sometimes that is hard to tell your grandmother, but for most relatives, we have all made mistakes in our lives that we may understand that you can also make such mistakes. Some mistakes are harder to live with than others. If it is that you have failed to get the credits you need, then see if you can walk with the class and finish the credits in summer school. If that is important to you to walk.... If the ceremony isn't important to you, then explain that to your relatives. They may be relieved that they don't have to travel to your graduation and sit while 1029 students walk up to receive there diploma. Good Luck.

No, at 18 you can legally get a piercing. Because a piercing can in time leave a permanent hole think carefully about what could be a permanent impact on your body.

No, but try to make a good decision before you do it and tell your parents. No one really likes surprises and they probably will be okay with it (depending on what you're piercing).

No, You might want to mention it to them and see if they have any objections. If you're lucky, they might buy you an ornament. I just need to add that tongue piercings are really prone to infection and can be painful. Make sure you follow-up with after care.

It is legal to pierce whatever you want to at 18. Don't go crazy. Be thoughtful and just start slow.  You probably already have an ear or two pierced. If you want the big ear holes do your research. Ask some one you see and whose ornaments you admire and see if they have regretted any of their piercings. Have some of them been inconvenient, even gotten in the way of a job promotion because of criticism from a boss or client or customer in a work place. People who have piercings I have found to be very forthcoming in conversation about them. Janet Jackson even talked to Oprah about the recurring pleasure derived of having her nipples pierced. Compliments to someone whose piercings you admire are usually well received. Open up the conversation. Remember though, that your mother probably won't enjoy your new piercings. We moms still feel like that beautiful body we gave you is still a part of our own. Sorry, but we still want to protect you from the infections you may get from having a piercing jarred from time to time. Also I think that moms don't want you to be judged by others less open minded because of your appearance.

No, but parents have wisdom. The problem with tattoos is they never go away. Life has a habit of changing and skin has a habit of sagging. So think carefully before getting a tattoo.

You don't need permission but my advice is to not get a tattoo. If you want to have something temporary just a henna one.

No, no permission necessary, but if you have a good relationship with your parents, let them know what you're thinking about. They may have some advice and will appreciate just having been asked for input.

When you are 18 you can do it all except drink. Think about the tattoo. Get something that your mom might like. My son has some incredible tattoos, but I wish they were flowers and not skulls! They are very cool though, and I respect his right to express himself with this body art.

Yes, this is a fair proposal. They should be happy to chip in especially because you are doing the driving.

First of all, I would hope that your friends would at least offer. If they haven't, put a little change box on your dashboard with a sign that says gas money and your friends will probably start throwing some change in it.

Yes, gas is expensive and car pooling is great for the environment and for your pocketbook. If your friends don't offer,  feel free to ask nicely. "Hey, guys, I don't mind driving, but can you help with gas?". Or suggest that you take turns driving if your friends also have cars. Don't be taken advantage of just because you have a generous nature.

Anytime you mix alcohol with any kind of drug, legal or illegal, it can be a dangerous combination. Because alcohol is legal, you can find out the % alcohol content of a drink. You can't do that with weed. Michele has also mentioned that marijuana can be "laced" with a different drug. There isn't a list of ingredients on weed. And besides all the information, I think you need to look why do you want to get so f-ed up.

I am not about to tell you it's safe; go out and get shit-faced. It's not safe. Of the two drugs, alcohol is definitely the more dangerous, but it is legal if you are 21 or older, and can be enjoyed in moderation. Pot, on the other hand is illegal and can get you in trouble. If you are going to smoke weed and drink, know where the weed is coming from. So much is laced with more dangerous drugs these days. Be with people you trust to keep you out of trouble. Realize that this could cause embarrassing behavior, mistakes you may really regret, physical damage to yourself or someone else and finally, a hefty fine or jail time. Do you have a prescription for medical marijuana in a state that allows it? If not, don't be stupid.

Safety... yeah.... not really wearing the safety badge when you are drinking and smoking. BE SURE you aren't driving. Have a DESIGNATED DRIVER or STAY WHERE YOU ARE or TAKE A CAB. The pot that is available to you today is much stronger than the pot in the old days. Too much of anything good is not a good thing anymore. Just because you like it all, doesn't mean you should do it all at the same time. Be cautious. You are responsible for your own actions.

Try not to drink when you are taking medication for a headache or cold. You might think that the over the counter drugs are harmless when mixed with alcohol, it's the opposite. There's been studies about liver damage with over use of these drugs and when combined with alcohol, it could be much worse. Also, if you're sick, I don't think drinking alcohol has ever been a remedy for the common cold. Although my grandmother wanted to give me blackberry wine when I was sick,  I immediately threw up!

Tylenol and other acetaminophen products have been shown to cause liver damage when combined with alcohol. Advil and ibuprofen products combined with alcohol can cause stomach problems including bleeding, so no, it's not a good idea to combine them. It's really not a good idea to combine any other drugs with alcohol. If you are taking something for pain or for a cold or allergy, hold off on drinking until you are better.

 Maybe try being honest.  Ask her when she needs it and say you want to wear it too in the next couple of days so you need it back perfect.  If she screws up she will get it that she is being disrespectful and you have a right not to lend her anything else.

Ask for everything back and never lend then your clothes again.

Tough one.I think this is a case by case answer. I think a good rule may be don't lend money to anyone if you really need it back. It's an idea to ask the parents but I would say only if they can afford it because really it is between you and your friend and your friend should ask his/her parents before you do.

Talk to your friend first and tell them you are desperate for your money. Maybe you didn't make it clear that you needed it back. There is a difference between giving and lending. Make sure you make a schedule for repayment when you lend. I wouldn't go to the parents. They probably don't realize you lent money in the first place. In the long run, try not to get into this habit. Money and friends don't mix well.

Talk to your friend first. If you go to his/her parents you might not have that friend anymore. "Neither a borrower nor a lender be, loan oft losses self and friend" paraphrased Shakespeare here. It's hard to pressure a friend for money owed, but if you really need the money, and your friend is unable to pay it, ask him/her to go to their parents or you will have to.

Let's face it, it's a good friend who helps you move. If you are lucky enough to have wonderful friends to help you then make sure you treat them to all drinks and food to show your appreciation. Do not ask your friends for help unless you would be willing to help them when they move. Try to make it fun, some music and laughter.

If you ask, you must be ready to help out when they ask you. The more friends, the quicker it goes. Make sure to get them a thank you gift, like a case of beer or bouquet of flowers.

Why not wait? You will feel more confident and be more in control of your feelings. Is there trust between you? Use protection always.

Wait, don't give it up that easily. Have a few dates to get to know the person better, it might make your first time a bit more passionate.

If you know that person well, very well, then you may just be taking the friendship to the next level. If this is someone you have admired from afar, then wait, and take the time to know more about them. It is surprising how much we may not know about the people around us. I don't mean to sound paranoid, I just want you to play safe.

The flu can be confused with allergies...but generally the flu includes fever, body aches, runny nose, headache. Certain flus are stomach related and diarrhea and vomiting. Flus are contagious unlike allergies.

Stuffy head, sore throat,headache, fever, body aches. Feeling like you've been hit by a truck. There is also an intestinal flu with vomiting and diarrhea.

 All types of flu can cause:

Head ache , light headedness , body aches , chills (fever), cold be stuffy head and congestion depending on the kind ... sometimes this stuffy head comes later .

• extra long twin sheets (most dorm beds are this size but check)
• extra long mattress cover
• extra long egg crate or feather bed
• stacking boxes
• ipod and ipod dock with speakers
• computer
• tool kit with molly bolts, electric screwdriver, putty to hang posters,
• tapestry
• coffee maker or electric tea kettle
• small refrigerator and microwave (check to see if your college provides them)
• under the bed storage
• lots of hangers
• laundry detergent, laundry bag
• mirror
• only the clothes you know you'll wear
• set of plastic dishes and silverware
• coffee mug
• beer mug
• lamp for desk
• lots of extension cords and surge protectors
• push pins
• lots of money, credit cards and a good fake id 

White dishes are always great because they show off the colors of the food. If you are buying dishes thrift shops and antique stores can be a great place as people often get rid of old dishes. For new Target and Ikea are great. Even unmatched dishes can be charming.

If you're on a limited budget, I would suggest white dinnerware. It goes with anything and you can also dress it up with your table lines, flowers and later accessorize with fun salad plates. Food also looks good on white dishes. You'll need dinner plates, salad plates ( can use for both salad and dessert if need be) and glasses. A lot of stores now sell inexpensive sets of dishes. Take a looks at Target and Bed Bath and Beyond. You might also want to check out your local thrift shops and get a collection of different dishes.

I would also suggest white dishes if you are just starting out and want to be able to set a nice table once in a while or mix with different serving pieces that you might collect as you go. They will mix well with what ever a friend brings over for pot luck. It can also be fun to be eclectic and pick up dishes you love as you see them and mix and match. This can be beautiful if you have a theme... mine is usually anything with flowers... specifically pansies even better. If you see a great item with Pansies on it , let me know! I also think that solid colors mixed is another great table setting dish theme plan. Fiesta Ware is a famous classic for diner style and it is being reproduced by others and can be found anywhere from Williams Sonoma, Sur la Table, and my favorite, Fishes Eddie in Gramercy Park in New York City. Fishes Eddy also has some great flatware. The prices are great and they always have something on SALE. They have a wedsite too... fishseddy.com. Enjoy!

I think hooking up means what it sounds like, in a relationship implies exclusivity, and dating is open to interpretation.

I wish I knew! I feel that I need to call my daughters on this one, I always get the terminology wrong. Please, someone send me the right answer.

Hooking up is an expression I use all the time to mean we're getting together. My daughter is constantly telling me I don't know what it means, so I assume it means having sex. Dating means going out, spending time together with the idea of a little romance. Being in a relationship means you are with someone special and aren't looking for anything else.

Hooking up can be used several ways. I got you hooked up for tickets to some great music, for example. But when talking about social definitions in a sexual way, hooking up just means making out and/or having sex. Even people dating can hook up. Hook up, shack up, we should start a list of different ways to say having sex.The term "Shag" I hadn't heard until the Austin Powers movies. I thought it was so cute. I think it comes from our good old 60's shag carpeting. Lots of rug burns from the shag carpet? Dating can be the beginning of a wonderful thing. If someone wants to get to know you better you should go on dates. But mostly today, don't you just get together and hang out with with friends? Dating is what you do on these single websites. You need to make a date just to meet the person. When it turns into a relationship, then it will be obvious. You aren't looking with interest at other possiblilties... at least publicly... and take your name off the dating searches too.

Salvation Army, craigslist, tag sales, Target, Ikea, consignment shops

Target, Bed, Bath and Beyond.. also try 2nd hand shops for furniture, yard sales, flea markets

Yard sales, as they call them out West, tag sales back East. Some catalog stores , such as Crate and Barrel have great items on sale from time to time. Ask your parents and relatives about old discarded furniture in the attic, basement, garage, and barn. Goodwill outlets, Salvation Army, consignment shops, flea markets. Also check the local papers for their listings for used furnuture. You can find some nice stuff if you want to browse the want adds.

Everywhere...Target, Bed Bath and Beyond. Macys, Salvation Army, Thrift shops, Consignment shops, Pier I.....The bulletin board in the dorms

Target, Bed Bath and Beyond, thrift shops

You need bedding, make sure you'll be warm, hangers, desk organizers, a shower caddy and, if you are my daughter, a shoe organizer.  Try Bed, Bath and Beyond or Target.  Don't spend a lot and keep everything to a minimum, there is nothing you can't get later.

Crate and Barrel ,Pier 1 Imports , Linens and Things ,