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College Survival 101
Brenda Rubio-Sanchez
Who would you rather be?
What are we going to talk about for the next hour?
Time Management● Study Tips● Importance of Clubs and
Communication with Professors
● Apps and Websites● Motivation ● Activities● Questions
Time Management
10 TIME MANAGEMENT TIPS1. Get and Use a Calendar/Planner
2. Break projects into Smaller Steps
3. The Ability to say no (Use Social Time Wisely)
4. Spacing Things Out (Balance courses)
5. Prioritize (What’s more important?)
6. Reflect on how you spend your time
7. Keep health/sleep/exercise in check
8. Study when you are at your best
9. Schedule Rewards In
10.Talk with your Advisor
Study Tips
HOW DO I STUDY?1. Good Notes=Good Grades
2. Stay Organized
3. Unplug and Reconnect
4. Don’t Cram
5. Don’t Over Study
6. Sleep Effectively
7. Take a Break
8. Flashcards
9. Read Material Ahead of Time
10.Reward yourself
1. MEMORY
2. REPETITION
3. GET CREATIVE!
https://youtu.be/p60rN9JEapg
9 science-backed tips to help you study smarter, not harder
Want more study tips??www.academictips.orgwww.howtostudyincollege.com
Activity
Clubs and Communication with
Instructor
WHY JOIN A CLUB?It allows students to become connected to their
school
It helps them build community
It allows them to discover their passions and strengths
It's a résumé builder
Sometimes, busier kids do better in all areas
HOW?
Utilize your school's resources
Try everything at least once
Realize that being involved is an ongoing process
WHY COMMUNICATE WITH YOUR INSTRUCTOR?
1.Networking
2.References
3.Career
4.Improved coursework
Apps and Websites
Aids to survive college1. Dictionary App
2. SelfControl
3. Studious
4. Evernote
5. Pocket Schedule
6. Quizlet
7. StudyBlue
8. Microsoft Office 365
9. Ratemyproffessor.com
10.Cheapesttextbooks.com
11.PurdueOWL website
12.Amazon Student
Motivation
You are your biggest supporter and your harshest critic1. Change your perspective
2. Become an “Expert” in one area
3. Don’t be afraid of competition
4. A prize can be motivating
5. Setting Goals
6. Get support to be motivated
7. Positive Thinking
Activity
WHAT MOTIVATES YOU?
Stay positive, relax, have
fun and don’t give up!
Thank you!!
Questions?
As tough as it will get, remind yourself of your end goal and promise not to give up.
References● http://sites.allegheny.edu/deanofstudents/wellness-education/todays-topic/12-strategies-for-motivation-that-work/● http://www.lifehack.org/articles/communication/5-motivational-tips-for-students.html● http://www.academictips.org/acad/collegemotivation.html● http://www.usnews.com/education/blogs/twice-the-college-advice/2011/09/13/5-reasons-for-getting-involved-in-colle
ge-and-how-to-go-about-it● http://www.communitycollegereview.com/blog/establishing-good-relationships-with-instructors● http://www.huffingtonpost.com/intern-queen/the-importance-of-building-relationships-with-professors_b_6351736.ht
ml● http://mashable.com/2013/08/08/apps-for-college/#zaigbdobdOkJ● http://collegelife.about.com/od/academiclife/a/Skills-For-Time-Management-For-Students.htm● http://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/nerdscholar/2014/expert-advice-9-time-management-tips-freshmen/● http://www.rasmussen.edu/student-life/blogs/college-life/how-to-study/● http://www.campusexplorer.com/college-advice-tips/2DF9E34D/7-Best-Study-Tips-for-College-Students/