How To Set Yourself Up For A Successful College Journey
We all know college can be overwhelming. As the summer wraps up and we head towards fall semester, you may be asking yourself “What do I bring to classes?” or maybe “How do I stay ahead of my classwork?” Well, luckily we are here to help set YOU up for success, so you can make the most out of your college experience!
Planners
A planner is a great way to keep track of all aspects of life, not just school! You can use a planner to make a packing list for your dorm, or to keep track of your class assignments. The possibilities are endless! Some benefits of using a planner include increased organization, increased productivity, decreased stress, and increased motivation. Never miss a deadline again, get a planner today!
Get Involved
Now we know this one can seem scary, but we promise, it’s worth it! Keep in mind, this doesn't necessarily mean you have to go out and join a sports team when you’ve never played before, or try out for the winter musical, but rather take small baby steps. Try joining a club on a topic that interests you, or attending an event on campus that seems fun. And one of the easiest ways of meeting new people is through on-campus job. Finding a circle of kind and supportive people will definitely set you up for success for this semester and the rest of your time at SSU.
Meet Your Team
In order to set yourself up for success, you have to know what success looks like to you. A great way to do that is by meeting with your team of advisors. There are so many sources of support available to you, you just have to look around! For example, the friendly staff at the Career Center can guide you while you explore all your career and educational options. And your academic advisor can help you stay on the right track with your classes so you have an effective and productive plan when it comes to your education. Find out who your advisors are and get connected today!
Set Goals!
Setting life and academic goals is a great way to make the larger tasks more manageable. We know we want to graduate college and live a successful life, so what are the smaller steps to get to that point? By recognizing those smaller steps we are making life a little bit easier. Setting those goals early in your college career is important for working efficiently and making the best decisions for keeping you on track!
If you are seeking guidance on how to be successful, then know you’ve already taken the first correct step in becoming the best version of yourself!