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Eli
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Montclair, California
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What do you recommend to focus on first when entering a college setting How do I balance my work and my friends that i will be soon to meet??
I am a high school senior entering college in the Fall.
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Jennifer Dede, MBA
Biomedical Engineering
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Rancho Cucamonga, California
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Hi Eli,
Great question! Starting college can feel a bit overwhelming with so much to do and so many new faces to meet.
Give yourself some time to get used to the college routine. Your first job is to attend your classes—you're paying for them, after all! Next, make sure you set aside enough time for studying outside of class. Find what works best for you. If you need a quiet place, maybe head to the library at the same time each day.
At first, try to keep your friend group small as you adjust. There's plenty of time to join clubs and meet new people who share your interests. Build a strong group of friends slowly, as they can be a great support for you.
Lastly, make sure to have fun in your free time! Just keep it balanced—too much of anything isn't good.
Hope this helps!
Great question! Starting college can feel a bit overwhelming with so much to do and so many new faces to meet.
Give yourself some time to get used to the college routine. Your first job is to attend your classes—you're paying for them, after all! Next, make sure you set aside enough time for studying outside of class. Find what works best for you. If you need a quiet place, maybe head to the library at the same time each day.
At first, try to keep your friend group small as you adjust. There's plenty of time to join clubs and meet new people who share your interests. Build a strong group of friends slowly, as they can be a great support for you.
Lastly, make sure to have fun in your free time! Just keep it balanced—too much of anything isn't good.
Hope this helps!
Stacy Henshaw
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Cumming, Georgia
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Stacy’s Answer
Here are some inspiring tips from Verizon to help you succeed!
1. Manage your time wisely and plan ahead to pave your way to success! Use a planner or calendar app to organize your classes, work, study sessions, and relaxation time. Include your syllabus in your planning.
2. Prioritize your tasks—figure out what needs to be done and when. This will give you more free time. Focus on the most important things first. Adjust your planning to fit your style—are you a night owl or a morning person?
3. Attend your classes!
4. Schedule your classes at times when you're at your best.
5. Form a great study group with friends. Set regular times to meet.
6. Take notes by hand. Writing things down helps you learn and remember better!
7. Spread out challenging classes over time instead of taking them all at once.
8. Build a strong support network around you!
9. Establish a consistent routine!
10. Avoid putting things off.
11. Take care of your mental and physical health—get enough sleep, eat balanced meals, and move daily.
12. Make use of campus resources like tutoring and advisors.
1. Manage your time wisely and plan ahead to pave your way to success! Use a planner or calendar app to organize your classes, work, study sessions, and relaxation time. Include your syllabus in your planning.
2. Prioritize your tasks—figure out what needs to be done and when. This will give you more free time. Focus on the most important things first. Adjust your planning to fit your style—are you a night owl or a morning person?
3. Attend your classes!
4. Schedule your classes at times when you're at your best.
5. Form a great study group with friends. Set regular times to meet.
6. Take notes by hand. Writing things down helps you learn and remember better!
7. Spread out challenging classes over time instead of taking them all at once.
8. Build a strong support network around you!
9. Establish a consistent routine!
10. Avoid putting things off.
11. Take care of your mental and physical health—get enough sleep, eat balanced meals, and move daily.
12. Make use of campus resources like tutoring and advisors.