Reality Check ….Stay Focused on your Goal…..

I know that there are a lot of different and new situations taking place in your college life right now. School has been on and popping for three weeks now. You are probably figuring out that college is not just waking up and going to class.……………………………

Some of your thoughts may fall under the “Who Knew” category:

Who knew that classes would have between 40 to over 100 students?

Who knew that lunch lines would be practically out the door! I may have to miss lunch!

Who knew that I would have less than 15 minutes between each class!

Who knew that there would be over 5 different parties to choose from every week!!!

Who knew that there would be at least 3 quizzes and 2 tests per week that I would have to study for!!!!!

Who knew that I wouldn’t like my room mate!!!! How can I study, concentrate, and buckle down with all of this going on!!!! Wow, this sure is a big change from high-school!!!!

 So, here are 3 tips that can help you to make sense of your college life

 1. Remember why you are here- To gain educational knowledge that would lead to future job success

2. Use your Student planner provided by the Campus Activities Board –Write down your classes, test dates, events, and even study time to keep you focused.

3. Seek counseling- If everything is overwhelming and you feel like you need extra help settling into college life or if you just need someone to talk to, ULM has two counseling centers on campus that can help to get you on track mentally and physically.

So here’s your reality check……….You can do it!