How to: make the most out of your freshman year
So, you are brand new to college. Crazy class schedules, living in the dorms and trying to navigate your way around campus can be stressful and hard to get used to. Luckily, freshman year does not have to be so hectic.
Here are some tips to help you make the most out of your freshman year:
Go to class. Although attendance policies may be less strict in college than in high school, regularly attending class never hurt anyone. In the rare case that you miss class due to an illness or unforeseen circumstances, email your professor or ask a trusted classmate for notes and class assignments.
Begin practicing study skills that work for you. Pay close attention to your surroundings while studying – do you focus better in a secluded study room or do you thrive off of the atmosphere of a crowded library? Begin studying for major exams at least two weeks ahead of test day; taking time to prepare study guides, flash cards or any other helpful materials you will need to succeed. Avoid pulling an all-nighter by studying and preparing in advance. Your roommates and coffee maker will thank you.
Reach out and become involved on campus. Although dorm life provides you with neighbors and a close sense of community, interacting with others through campus organizations is key to expanding your social circle and getting a taste for all of the volunteer and leadership opportunities available to undergrads.
Do not take yourself too seriously and have fun. College is all about learning, growing and discovering your strengths and weaknesses. By going to class, diligently studying and connecting with others on campus, you will become a well-rounded undergrad in no time.
Posted by Lindsay Shoemake
on Aug 4 2011. Filed under Leisure.
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