Wishing you a great semester!
1. Expect to Succeed
The most important part of success is your mindset. What you think and belief is displayed in your actions. It’s pretty hard to do well when your focus is on a negative outcome. Focus on what you want to happen and not what you don’t. Focus on success.
2. Choose Classes Wisely
The day of the week and time of day you take your classes is as important as the classes you select. Schedule your course during your most productive time of day. If you are not a morning person it doesn’t make sense to take morning classes because even if you arrive on time you will not be at peak performance. Likewise be sure to leave enough time in between your classes to study and complete assignments.
3. Know What’s Expected of You
Read your syllabus carefully, get to class on time, ask questions on the first day, introduce yourself to the professor in class, and set aside a couple minutes to chat after class. Know what is expected pertains to knowledge of required reading, assignments, and grading policies as much as it pertains to your professor’s teaching style and pet peeves. Remember, every professor is different.
4. Create a Healthy Routine
College life can be fast-paced and stressful but don’t neglect your mental and physical health in pursuit of an A. To keep your mid sharp and your energy levels high get adequate sleep, eat healthy meals and snacks, drink plenty of water, and schedule in physical exercise. More water and less caffeine. More fruits and less cookies. Prioritizing tasks, planning ahead and learning how to manage your stress are also essential elements in a great semester.
5. Familiarize Yourself with Campus Resources
Whether you need academic support from the writing center or a math tutor, a prescription for allergies, job referrals, or someone to talk to about your anxiety, your college campus likely has what you need. Familiarize yourself with all the resources available to students at the beginning of the semester so you know what is available in times of need.
Get To Graduation Workshop – The path to a college degree is rarely linear. Earning a degree is only part of the successful higher education equation. A well-adjusted student has a plan B, C and D, understands the importance of strong connections, practical experience, and marketable skills, and has learned to leverage campus and career opportunities. This workshop will help both graduate and undergraduate students maintain motivation and make the most of their college years.
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Nicki Sanders, Chief Visionary Officer of Packaged For Success, helps both youth and adults discover their personal power, dream big, and achieve success on their own terms. Ms. Sanders is an experienced trainer, group facilitator, and program manager who holds a Master’s degree in Social Work. Ms. Sanders has over fifteen years of direct experience with diverse populations in residential, school-based, and community based agencies.
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