[header] How to transition to college life [title] Stay organized. [step] You can do this in two main ways: by knowing your schedule and by buying a planner/calendar. The workload in college is going to be a lot more than it was in high school.
[header] How to transition to college life [title] Stay organized. [step] You can do this in two main ways: by knowing your schedule and by buying a planner/calendar. The workload in college is going to be a lot more than it was in high school.
Make up a schedule that addresses all of your different things and things you need to see on a daily basis. [substeps] It's a good idea to make a yearly list of things you need to look forward to each day, from class to work to weekly activities. Feeling disorganized? Like you aren't making much of a difference? Exercise hard and be consistent with your schedules. [substeps] What is the worst thing you can do in college? Look at the school papers, notes, and course materials. Planning out your due dates, class times, and breaks will help you tailor your time management to your personal learning needs. It will also help you get a feel for how much time you will need to dedicate to studying and homework outside of class, so you have a better view of your available social and free time. Because college is your first year, it can be crucial that you stay organized. [substeps] Try planning your classes in advance to get you motivated.