Academics:
- Organize yourself by using a planer
- Research book prices before purchasing
- Utilize the Lending Library and check out textbooks instead of purchasing
- Don’t skip class, even if attendance isn’t mandatory
- Buy school supplies at the beginning of the semester
- Write everything down
- Establish a study routine to allow for better scheduling
- Always purchase books before classes start
- Print out a calendar for each month and write homework and test dates down
- Start studying for exams 3 weeks in advance
- Do homework either the next day or two days after class, not the day before class
- Read the textbook before the lecture
- Start on projects as soon as you are assigned
- Sit in the front of class
- Utilize your phone calendar/reminders/alarm to remind you of deadlines
- Take good notes and KNOW your syllabus
- Get to know your professors
- Try your best to participate in class discussions
- If you have free time, use it to get ahead in your studies
Technology:
- Pay attention to student discounts on software, such as Adobe Cloud
- Take advantage of CSUN’s many computer labs
Mental Health:
- Make to-do lists
- Budget your time wisely
- Get plenty of sleep
- Be sure to stay on top of meals/snacks to fuel your brain
- Set realistic goals
- Don’t be afraid to ask questions
- Do not procrastinate
On Campus:
- Join clubs
- Visit Oasis Center
- Take advantage of free printing (library, art computer lab, USU, etc.)
- Know that parking fills up after 11am!
- Utilize on campus resources, such as the Klotz Health Center
- Always arrive to campus 20-30 minutes early to find parking easily and find a good seat in class
- Get involved on campus
- Get to know the campus, dining facilities and study areas
- Use campus resources, especially the ones that come out of your tuition (SRC, Klotz SHC, Oasis, etc.)
Social:
- Introduce yourself in class and exchange numbers with other students
- Network with peers throughout the semester
- Start using LinkedIn
- Interact with classmates
- Attend university events
- Create study groups
Professional Development:
- Seek out internships
- Attend professional development workshops