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Winging It and Winning It

​Winning at college: A guide from a first year student who probably doesn't know anything but lets pretend she knows what she's doing

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Winging It and Winning It
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Winning at college: A guide from a first year student who probably doesn't know anything but lets pretend she knows what she's doing...

College success, what does that even mean? I think being successful in college is showing up to class… yeah I’m wearing my pajamas but I’m in class. Other times its not so easy to figure out how to be successful, although these tips definitely put you on the path to being successful…ish.

1. Meet with your Advisor

They are there for a reason, meeting with them a couple times a semester helps keep you on track of what classes to take, and they are a helping hand when choosing a major.

2. Track due dates

Knowing when your assignments are due helps you prioritize. Deadlines are there for a reason, make sure you are meeting them.

3. Sleep and eat

Take care of yourself. Sleep is necessary to function, so is food. Don’t neglect your body from what it needs.

4. Take different courses

Try a psych class or an art class, maybe you will fall in love with it! Exploring different subjects in your Gen-Eds is a great way to experiment with classes!

5. Plan ahead

If you know you have an upcoming test or project, plan to set aside time to do that. Planning for the week helps keep you focussed and organized.

6. Work out

Working out when you have the time is better than no workout.

7. Don’t stretch yourself too thin

Make sure your course load is manageable, and that you have time to do other things then just studying.

8. Make some you-time

Make time for yourself! Relax and destress, read a book or make some tea and chill.

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