Remember, you are accountable in college. No one else is
responsible for your college experience except you, so make it a
good one. Here are 10 habits to develop for a great college
experience.
Attend classes
If you miss class
you will probably miss out on a lot of information and
chances to ask questions. See Motivation.
Ask questions
Either do this in
class or set up an appointment with the teacher to talk to them if
you have several questions. Communicate. You can also seek out
college courses in speech and communication.
Read your material
It is important
to read the material that the teachers give you; they give it to you
for a reason. See Memory
and Active
Learning.
Do your homework
It sounds easy
enough, but when you get busy with life and school homework gets
pushed back even though it shouldn't. See Time
Management and Active
Learning.
Get involved in campus life
Whether
you are in a club or are participating in campus
activities/discussions, involvement will help you in your classes
because you have a sense of belonging to the school and that it is fun to be
there. Not all learning occurs in the classroom!
Take advantage of campus
resources
Resources, such as the Writing Lab, Tutor
Center, Counseling, and other support services can be invaluable,
and many of them are free.
Balance
Balance your home life,
work, and school. You can do this by taking a manageable class load
and setting a personal schedule for yourself. Time is a finite
resource! Use the Weekly
Time Management Planner to organize how you will use your
time.
Study
Remember, studying is
different than just doing the assignment. See specific areas under
Study Skills, Active
Learning, and/or take the Study
Skills Questionnaire to identify areas where you can take
action.
Keep track of your progress and know your
degree requirements
When you do this, you know exactly what
classes you need to take and when you can graduate.
(Remember you have to submit an application for graduation.)
Stay in touch with your
advisor/counselor
Advisors can answer questions you may have and help you avoid repeating classes or taking unecessary ones.
Safeguard your physical and
mental well-being
Learn how to relax. When exhausted,
rest. Eat the proper food. Participate in physical activities. Your
success will be hampered, not helped, if you work yourself to a
frazzle or get ill by ignoring your body's or mind's basic needs.
You can seek out college courses in stress management, nutrition,
health and wellness, and physical education. See Relaxation
and Test
Anxiety for additional tips.
Characteristics
of a Successful Student
