This will be my last blog entry for your guys regarding organizing your crazy lives. I hope you guys learned some valuable ideas that can help you be better prepared and organized.
If you take only one thing away from this whole blog, please let it be this:
Do not hesitate to ask for help! please please please do not forget this. Put your pride aside and ask for help. Even if you have the slightest doubts, or if you are in way over your head; asking for help is not something to be ashamed of.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Mental Health Days
it is important to remember the mental health of your body as well. It is easy for students to become overwhelmed by the surplus of work they are expected to do. I find that it helps to take a day to yourself once in a while.
**be careful. you may get carried away and gain too many absences. make sure to keep track!
set aside a day, weekend or not, to sleep in. Don't set an alarm. Wake up when your body is ready.
Make a list of things you need to do (academically and otherwise).
Get everything together that you need ie: detergent to do laundry, project supplies, etc.
This way, when you decide to start completing your list, you will have everything in order. This really takes a load off of yourself
By simply doing nothing for a day, you are allowing your body to recharge and relax. This is also a good way for your mind to relax. Don't allow yourself to think about anything academically. You will be surprised how clear your mind will be when you're ready to begin attacking your committments.
**be careful. you may get carried away and gain too many absences. make sure to keep track!
set aside a day, weekend or not, to sleep in. Don't set an alarm. Wake up when your body is ready.
Make a list of things you need to do (academically and otherwise).
Get everything together that you need ie: detergent to do laundry, project supplies, etc.
This way, when you decide to start completing your list, you will have everything in order. This really takes a load off of yourself
By simply doing nothing for a day, you are allowing your body to recharge and relax. This is also a good way for your mind to relax. Don't allow yourself to think about anything academically. You will be surprised how clear your mind will be when you're ready to begin attacking your committments.
Eating Healthy In the Dining Halls
Everyone is familiar with the freshman 15. The myth that students gain 15lbs their first year at college. The dining hall, as well as hectic life schedules, is credited at being the foundation for the weight gain. From greasy french fries and hamburgers, to pasta and dessert, it is easy to get caught up in the unhealthy, mouth watering foods that dining halls have to offer. especially one rated as high as URI.
However there are several smarter choices that you can make when eating at the dining halls on campus. By entering the sandwich line, you have a choice of an array of healthy wraps and breads, as well as fresh cut deli meat. Chicken caesar wraps are a popular choice. They serve as a healthy alternative to burgers and pasta dishes.
Desserts are a hot commodity by college students. Who doesn't love sweets? Brownies, cookies, cake, etc.
A smart alternative to these foods is fruit. It is much healthier, while still satisfying the craving for something sweet.
However there are several smarter choices that you can make when eating at the dining halls on campus. By entering the sandwich line, you have a choice of an array of healthy wraps and breads, as well as fresh cut deli meat. Chicken caesar wraps are a popular choice. They serve as a healthy alternative to burgers and pasta dishes.
Desserts are a hot commodity by college students. Who doesn't love sweets? Brownies, cookies, cake, etc.
A smart alternative to these foods is fruit. It is much healthier, while still satisfying the craving for something sweet.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Teachers Care
Teachers like to know that their students are interested in what they are learning, and they appreciate feeling like they know their students. The best thing you can do at the start of each semester is to go upto your professor and introduce yourself one on one.
This really shows faculty how serious you are about doing well. Chances are good that if you maintain a good relationship with your professor, they will be more inclined to let the little things (absenses, late homework), slide. And we all know we would love that.
Another thing that is important in maintaining a good relationship with your teachers is to visit them during office hours. Any questions you have should be addressed during this time. Once a week really shows that you're trying. Even if you don't have any questions, bring completed homework assignments and have them look over it. These small gestures really will go a long way in boosting your grade. It's no secret how important teachers view participation.
This really shows faculty how serious you are about doing well. Chances are good that if you maintain a good relationship with your professor, they will be more inclined to let the little things (absenses, late homework), slide. And we all know we would love that.
Another thing that is important in maintaining a good relationship with your teachers is to visit them during office hours. Any questions you have should be addressed during this time. Once a week really shows that you're trying. Even if you don't have any questions, bring completed homework assignments and have them look over it. These small gestures really will go a long way in boosting your grade. It's no secret how important teachers view participation.
Study Buddy
While students should attend all of their classes, in reality we all know this rarely happens. In such cases, it is important for students to have a friend, or aquaintance they can get the makeup work from. Many teachers post assignments on a website or a syllabus, but for those who don't, they may not be so willing to email you what youve missed.
By switching emails or phone numbers with another student in the class, you not only gain access to work you have missed, but if something is unclear or you don't understand, they either can help you, or get help with you.
I know I feel awkward sometimes talking to students in my class I don't know, but its important to do so. It's a good life skill to have as well. It's doubtful that if you ask someone to switch information that they say no. It's helping them as well.
By switching emails or phone numbers with another student in the class, you not only gain access to work you have missed, but if something is unclear or you don't understand, they either can help you, or get help with you.
I know I feel awkward sometimes talking to students in my class I don't know, but its important to do so. It's a good life skill to have as well. It's doubtful that if you ask someone to switch information that they say no. It's helping them as well.
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Organizing Notes and Study Materials
It is important to have all your study materials properly labeled, with tabs distinctly seperating chapter notes. It is easiest if (in a binder) you put dividers: one for notes, one for homework, and one for tests/quizzes. This way when it comes time to review for tests, finals, etc. you know exactly where to find what youre looking for.
You can get all the materials needed at your local CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, etc. all at the cheapest, price, allowing students on a college budget to afford the proper materials.
It is also important to remember to retype your notes. This not only gives you a neater copy to refer back to, but by typing your notes, you are forced to review the materials a second time. This can be extremely helpful.
You can get all the materials needed at your local CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, etc. all at the cheapest, price, allowing students on a college budget to afford the proper materials.
It is also important to remember to retype your notes. This not only gives you a neater copy to refer back to, but by typing your notes, you are forced to review the materials a second time. This can be extremely helpful.
Monday, May 3, 2010
Schedule this, Schedule That
One of the most important things to remember in college is when you have class, when projects are due, when you have texts, etc.
Agenda books and dry erase white board calenders are two must haves for college students.
The agenda book doesn't need to be big. simply small enough to fit into your backpack, with enough space to be able to record all assignments.
This way, when you return back to your dorm, you can put all your due dates for important projects and tests on the white board, which would most mostly be strategically places to the side of your desk or on the back of your door.
Being organized with your school work is one of the most important things you could do as a college student. It's so simple as well. Statistics have shown that students who are organized are 30% more likely to have assignments done on time, as opposed to students who rush around at the last minute to complete an assignment. Sounds like a statistic i would like to be the 30% of.
Being organized is a self taught trait. Everyone has different niches. Whether it be alphabetizing, or chronologically ordering notes, etc. if you can't figure out what works best for you right away, it's important to not give up.
Agenda books and dry erase white board calenders are two must haves for college students.
The agenda book doesn't need to be big. simply small enough to fit into your backpack, with enough space to be able to record all assignments.
This way, when you return back to your dorm, you can put all your due dates for important projects and tests on the white board, which would most mostly be strategically places to the side of your desk or on the back of your door.
Being organized with your school work is one of the most important things you could do as a college student. It's so simple as well. Statistics have shown that students who are organized are 30% more likely to have assignments done on time, as opposed to students who rush around at the last minute to complete an assignment. Sounds like a statistic i would like to be the 30% of.
Being organized is a self taught trait. Everyone has different niches. Whether it be alphabetizing, or chronologically ordering notes, etc. if you can't figure out what works best for you right away, it's important to not give up.
What Should Really Be In That Backpack
Every student knows how important it is to bring the appropriate materials to class. Why we don't all do so is beyond me.
Here is a quick check list of things to make sure you have before heading off to class.
Obviously you need a backpack. You can get a cheap, but sturdy and reliable bag at target for only $22.99
What goes inside your backpack is just as important as what carries the items.
Aside from having the required books for each course, you should make sure to have
--atleast a one subject notebook for every class. Getting notebooks with perferated edges is suggested, in order to keep your work as neat for your professors as possible.
--a folder or single subject folder is helpful as well. This can hold all the looseleaf papers that professors hand out
--several different writing utensils is a must have as well. some teachers may require you to use number 2 pencils, while others will specifically ask you to use pen.
highlighters and white out are helpful as well: for notetaking purposes
all of these supplies can be found at your local cvs, dollar tree, rite aid, or any convenience type store, all at cheap and reasonable prices, affordable for college students.
Here is a quick check list of things to make sure you have before heading off to class.
Obviously you need a backpack. You can get a cheap, but sturdy and reliable bag at target for only $22.99
What goes inside your backpack is just as important as what carries the items.
Aside from having the required books for each course, you should make sure to have
--atleast a one subject notebook for every class. Getting notebooks with perferated edges is suggested, in order to keep your work as neat for your professors as possible.
--a folder or single subject folder is helpful as well. This can hold all the looseleaf papers that professors hand out
--several different writing utensils is a must have as well. some teachers may require you to use number 2 pencils, while others will specifically ask you to use pen.
highlighters and white out are helpful as well: for notetaking purposes
all of these supplies can be found at your local cvs, dollar tree, rite aid, or any convenience type store, all at cheap and reasonable prices, affordable for college students.
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