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Originally Posted by Stargirl  In the spirit of Steve's entry "10 Tips for College Students", what would college students/graduates advise us incoming freshman/future college students?
Some general areas for advise
1) choosing classes and major
2) dorm life
3) time management
4) how to get to know the profs
5) getting a job?
6) realizations after graduating
7) tips for getting good recs, getting into grad school, getting a good job
Any advice would be appreciated  . |
Hi Stargirl!
1) pick something that will help you get your first-entry job. Most people's real jobs differ greatly from their majors, but it might be nice to have a strong connection between your major and your "first" job.
2) Keep your dorm room door open. People will come in. Get to know them. Join clubs.
3) Fool yourself into thinking that all your major assignments are due 2 weeks before they're really due. Then take them to the writing center if there is one or have some one else edit it for you. Greatly improves your papers and keeps them on time.
4) Go to office hours and ask them questions. This helps if you want them to write recommendations for you. They'll know you better.
5) You've got to follow that internal guidance. But good recommendations don't hurt. As for working during school, go for it. I worked 8 hours a week, no problem. My brother is now doing 15 hrs a week, no problem. If you've got an easy schedule, getting something you like or something that's not too difficult. It's easy for students to get jobs on campus.
6) You really need to know everything. One major doesn't do it. It all comes full circle. But you don't need to worry about it; eventually you'll find out what you need to know.
7) Get good grades.
Good luck, have fun!