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Ways to Make Friends - Good Icebreakers. In college, you may find that making friends is a lot a harder than what you thought it would be!
With big lecture hall classes, you don't just see the same 30 people in your classes everyday. Everyone seems to be on his or her own schedules and they might always look busy when you want to talk to them. Although a lot of factors might make it seem like it's impossible to get to know anyone in college, there are so many ways to meet new people! Get to know people in your Dorm Hall: In community style dorms (which is where most freshmen are placed) people are almost always in the lobby! You now live these people, so might as well get to know them! Study sessions: With such big classes, there is bound to be someone that wants to study for a test with you. Guide to College Life & Colleges Online & What is College Dorm Life Like - Tips for Surviving College Dorm Living. College Roommates - Find your College Roommate with Easy Roommate.
Psychology Today - StumbleUpon. I did the "extended tour" of college. From about 1991-2002. I did get 4 degrees, so at least I have an excuse. :) I've also been an adjunct professor, so I've also been at the other side of the classroom. 1) The Freshman Fifteen does exist. So does the Freshman Twenty. Watch how many starches and processed foods you are eating. 2) Pizza - the ubiquitous college snack. 3) If it's either take out a loan or quit school, take out a loan. 4) If you can live harmoniously with someone in a 20×20 ft. space, you can do anything. 5) Flip-flops: Wear them in the dorm shower. 6) Always attend the *real* class, and use the Internet one for review. 7) If you are not a morning person, don't schedule classes for 7am. 8) Get involved on campus. 9) Too much socializing = bad grades. 10) If you are feeling overwhelmed, are having problems sleeping, or have gone through a breakup, visit your college's counseling center. 11) There are a lot of free activities on campus. 13) Sit near the front of class.
Dr. Colleges and Universities - The College Connexion at Middletown Thrall Library - College Websites, Courses, Degrees, University Programs, Distance Learning, and More. For more information on financial aid please check the sources in the Choosing a College Guide also.
About OpenCourseWare: A number of colleges and universities around the world provide free access to college course materials, lectures, and videos. This material is what constitutes "OpenCourseWare," as the courses are "open" to anyone interested. Courses are non-credit (i.e. you do not earn college credits for taking them) and they can be entered or exited at any time. No formal enrollment is necessary. Many courses are full-length and come with downloadable materials provided by instructors.
OCW can be a great opportunity for you to learn many new things! In addition to OCW, if you are a member of Middletown Thrall Library you can register for free online courses. College Hacks - Helping you Succeed in your College Classes. The College Crush. Twelve Things All College Freshmen Should Know. What to Know about the First Week (or so…) September 6th, 2007 Jamie Some of you have already had your first week of college, others won’t even move in to the dorms until late in September.
Either way, there are some things to know about the first few weeks of college: The PERFECT Time to Meet People… …is right now. The first couple weeks are probably the easiest time to make friends. Go to College Activities Colleges put on a lot of great activities your first week or so, because they want freshmen to meet each other and adjust to living away from home. Find Out Where Your Classes Are Move-in day is usually before the start of classes, and some college campuses can seem huge (I remember my first day at UCSD thinking I would never, NEVER, learn my way around… It only took a few weeks). Ask Questions of Other Students College kids are usually a little more mature than high school kids, so don’t feel like you can’t ask some Sophomore where the math building is (trust me, they remember what it’s like to feel lost). Call Home to Check In. What to Know About Your First Week(s) of College, Pt II.
August 24th, 2009 Jamie Already in college?
Share your tips and I’ll post them & link back to you! Email me at [jamie(at)survivingcollegelife(dot)com]! Here’s a little more “first-weeks” advice for you. (Check out the first installment here.) Map it Out Freaking about getting lost on your way to your first class? …and if you’re really nervous, map out your classes and head out to find them a day or two before. Open Door Policy.