Ailene KC Baldoz.Ways to have stress-free College Life
I am Ailene KC E. Baldoz, 21 years old from Laurel Batangas, 3rd year college at Tanauan Institute Inc. taking Bachelor in Secondary Education major in English.
Here are some Ways to have stress-free College Life;
1. Get to know your campus
Give yourself time to get to know your campus. Turn your dorm room into a home by bringing some personal items, but don’t overload it with clutter. Take the time to get to know the college town and surrounding neighborhoods too. Find all your classes before they start so you don’t feel lost at the beginning of the semester!
2. Plan ahead
For most classes, you’ll get a syllabus detailing everything you’ll cover along with the due dates for assignments and projects. Take note of everything expected of you this semester and log your due dates in a planner, and make time every day to study and stay on top of your work. Those dates come up fast, so keeping a regular study schedule can help you hit your deadlines without feeling overwhelmed.
3. Learn your study style
Different people learn in different ways. If you’re worried about the college workload, your campus has tutors and study groups available. Learn how you work best: Do you get work done sharing ideas in a group, or will other ideas and voices just distract you? Do you need to study in long or short blocks of time? Do you study best by writing notes or listening to lectures? Spend time with your school’s academic counselors to figure out the study style that works best for you.
4. Develop relationships with faculty
You’ll find the relationships between students and college professors is often less formal than you’re used to, but you should still be respectful and attentive of their time. Get to know your professors. Building a connection doesn’t have to just mean popping by their office to chat either. You should also get to know their office hours and participate in class discussions. You’ll be surprised how far a respectful and positive attitude goes when you need an extension on a deadline or are struggling with aspects of the materials.
5. Save money
One of the more unpleasant experiences of college is paying your own bills. Save money by buying secondhand items and taking advantage of student discounts. You’ll be amazed by all the places you can get one! Some college towns even offer groceries at a discount to students. Carry your ID card everywhere. Save money on textbooks by buying used copies, renting textbooks, and selling your old books back to the campus store. Another thing that will help you later is to start budgeting your expenses.
6. Get some rest
If you’ve been at college for a while, you’ve undoubtedly pulled an all-nighter or two. Chances are you already know that cramming without sleep isn’t the way to succeed. Going without sleep actually makes it harder to remember facts and learn new things. Instead of all-nighters, stick to a homework schedule and stay on top of your workload. Ask for extensions when needed. Most of the time, your professors will be understanding and would rather you take the time to do the work to the best of your abilities—just don’t make turning your work in late a habit.
7.Stick to a schedule
One of the best ways to make study time is to stick to a schedule. That means if you don’t have a class until noon, waking up at 8:00 am gives you four hours to eat a good meal, get in some exercise, and make time for your studies. It’s tempting to set your schedule by your class times, but it also means you’re always chasing the clock. Keeping a consistent routine throughout the week means you’ll always have time to spare.
“We can easily manage if we will only take, each day, the burden appointed to it" -Ashon Eaton