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Christopher
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What are the first things I should do when starting college?
I’m a student from Puerto Rico that is soon going to graduate and I’ve heard a lot about what college is like, but not really how to deal with it or prepare for the transition. I want to know what I should do right away to make things easier and avoid getting overwhelmed once I start.
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Wong Loke Yuen
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Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
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Hi Christopher. The first thing you should do is get organized. Before classes start, write down your course schedule with class times, locations, and professors. Also, keep track of deadlines for registration, tuition, and orientation events. You can use a planner or calendar app to track assignments and exams. This can help you stay on top of everything. Being organized from the start makes it much easier to manage your time and reduces stress.
Next, you need to learn about campus resources. Colleges offer many services to help students, like tutoring, counseling, health centers, and academic advisors. Find out where these offices are and what they offer. Using these resources early can prevent problems later. For example, if you need help in a class, tutoring can make a big difference.
Another important step is to make connections and build a support network. Making friends helps you feel part of the community and gives you people to turn to if you need help.
It's also important to start good study habits early. College is different from high school because professors expect you to manage your own time. You should set aside study time every day, keep up with readings, and take notes. Don't wait until exams to figure out your study routine. Practicing now will make schoolwork less stressful later. All the best to you.
Next, you need to learn about campus resources. Colleges offer many services to help students, like tutoring, counseling, health centers, and academic advisors. Find out where these offices are and what they offer. Using these resources early can prevent problems later. For example, if you need help in a class, tutoring can make a big difference.
Another important step is to make connections and build a support network. Making friends helps you feel part of the community and gives you people to turn to if you need help.
It's also important to start good study habits early. College is different from high school because professors expect you to manage your own time. You should set aside study time every day, keep up with readings, and take notes. Don't wait until exams to figure out your study routine. Practicing now will make schoolwork less stressful later. All the best to you.