i didn't get my laptop from the school yet. it seems like i might not have it until classes start at earliest. did this happen to anyone you know when you were a freshman?? will i absolutely need it right away for classes?

I got my laptop in time, so I can't help you there. But, not too many people take notes here with computers, so you won't need to bring it to class. You'll just have to make sure you're checking your email and assignments at one of the other computers on campus.

What do you want to know about SMC?