How to Get the Best Possible Start at University or College
College can be a rite of passage. Unfortunately, it can also be a rite of passage that’s often rife with obstacles, confusion and stress. For most students, stress and confusion begins as soon as the first semester or classes begin. However, there are some ways you can alleviate this stress and confusion. Doing this, will give you a head start and help make you a successful student in the future. To start your first school year successfully: • Find a Nice, Quiet Place to Study • Research Your Classes and Professors • Track Your Assignments and Exams Find a Nice, Quiet Place to Study It doesn’t matter if you live in a residence hall or in University of Alberta off campus housing , you should explore your new environment to find potential places to study. The most obvious and common study areas include the library and study lounges. Additionally, reading rooms or learning commons can also be quiet, less crowded places to study. However, yo