The best suggestion I can give you for next year is to have as much fun as possible, and to laugh.  Laugh when things are going well, and laugh when you get stressed and depressed.  It will make you feel better.  Working for Hillel, especially as a JCSC is different than anything else you'll probably ever do.  This year has been a tough transition from being a student to  working at a fulltime job.  For the first time in 18 years, you won't be in school, although you will be immersed in the college environment.  It's been strange walking around campus and not entering a classroom. 

          You will be living in New Orleans.  Take advantage of the great music, food, and culture of the Big Easy.  Create a social scene outside of Hillel.  This has been a challenge for me, but by the end of the year, I feel like I have some life away from the job.

           When you are planning events, don't be disappointed if you get a small turnout.  Quality is much more important than quantity, although you would like to make a connection with as many students as possible.  I certainly had many programs where I was disappointed with the turnout, but I have engaged a few great students along the way.

           Try not to plan too many events for a particular week.  Space out your time, and make sure that you aren't working too many nights in a row.  Be able to go home, and have a social life outside of the campus.  You don't want to burnout, and stop caring about the job.  Understand that there will be some days that are extremely busy, while there will be others that are much more relaxed.  Figure out a schedule so that you can have some fun during your down time.  You want to be away from the lower dungeon of the office as much as possible.

           Try to attend as many of the community events as possible that you are invited to.  You will be invited to many events, and you will have the opportunity to meet many community members.  Take advantage of those contacts.