TOP FRESHMAN TIPS - Not only survive but to thrive your college years

TOP FRESHMAN TIPS - Not only survive but to thrive your college years.
 

First year in college? Few Top Freshman Tips that'll help you survive your college years.

Perhaps you were class president in high school. Or perhaps you were a member of the honor society. You could have graduated in the top percentile of your graduating class; perhaps you were even valedictorian. High school suceess doesnt automatically apply to your college life.

It is like a clean slate and you have to start over it all again. Every fresher finds it difficult to adjust and survive in the college, so here are few tricks that'll not only help you survive but also to thrive in college.

1. Know the people around:

It is the first and the basic trick that'll help you make friends and will make you feel comfortable. Remember, friends are the lifelines of college life. Meet at least one new person in each of your classes. It'll expand your network of friends and will also be a crucial resource at times when you miss your classes.

2. Attend orientation sessions:

Donot miss any of the orientations, they'll help you know alot more about the campus. The faster you learn your way around campus the more at ease you'll feel and the better prepared you'll be when issues arise.

3. Organize yourself:

Want to set things right? Just organize your work and simplify things. Buy an organizer, use an app, or get a big wall calendar - whatever it takes for you to know when assignments are due.

4. Go to the classes:

Obvious, right? Maybe, but sleeping in and skipping that 8 am class will be tempting at times. Avoid the temptation. Besides learning the material by attending classes, you'll also receive vital information from the professors about what to expect on tests, changes in due dates, etc.

5. Meet with your professors:

Always remember to have a healthy relationship with all the teachers. They could provide you with any sort of help, information that'll help you in numberless ways.

6. Get involved on campus:

A big problem for a lot of new students is a combination of homesickness and a feeling of not quite belonging. A solution? Consider joining a selective group and be careful not to go overboard of student organizations, clubs, or sports teams. You'll make new friends, learn new skills, and feel more connected to your college.

7. Strive for good grades: Another obvious one here, right? Setting up some goals for yourself and then making sure you work as hard as you can to achieve them is the key to acheive.

8. Take advantage of the study resources on campus: 

Just like all the colleges have learning labs and libraries available you could definately use the avaible resources in case you're having any problems. You can also form your own study groups.

9. Make time for you:

Be sure you set aside some time and activities that help you relax and take the stress out of your day or week. Whether it's enlisting yoga techniques, watching your favorite television shows, or writing in a journal, be good to yourself.