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>When university starts, what can I do to ensure that I can compete and am just as good as the best mathematics students?
Read textbooks for mathematics students.
For example for Linear Algebra I heard that Axler's book is very good (I studied Linear Algebra in another language, so I can't really suggest anything from personal experience). For Calculus I personally suggest Spivak's book.
There are many books that I could suggest, but one of the greatest books I've ever read is The Art and Craft of Problem Solving.
Relating to enjoying math, try reading some problem solving books. They stimulate logic and critical thinking, and show a "real" side of math that adds a lot of insight to any math course. I recommend The Art and Craft of Problem Solving. It truly opened up my eyes to the art and elegance of math. Just force yourself to really try the problems on your own before looking at the solutions, it makes a world of a difference.
Here is a great book, since the Putnam focuses much more on creative problem solving than specific knowledge:
http://www.amazon.ca/Art-Craft-Problem-Solving/dp/0471135712
Called The Art and Craft of Problem Solving, http://www.amazon.ca/Art-Craft-Problem-Solving/dp/0471135712
It focuses not only on really cool Olympiad problems but also on the psychology on dealing with problems. Must read.