High School and College Tips of the Month
April 2008: College 101 Finale
Spring reminds us that there can always be new beginnings.
At college, it is never too late to begin following these
success tips:
Set priorities, don't skip classes, procrastinate, or let
your study habits slip.
Feeling homesick or overwhelmed at times is completely normal.
Call family or friends, send an e-mail, journal, or reach
out to your support network on campus.
Don't overspend or get caught in the credit card trap of
debt!
Decide now that a bad class or professor will not change
your academic or career goals. Keep your eye on your goals
and persist!
March 2008: More College Success 101
Making a successful transition to university life and
enjoying your experience in college includes practicing some
these "basics":
Understand course requirements and assignment due dates,
and clarify instructor expectations early in the term.
Set realistic academic goals and grades for yourself and
strive to attain them.
Get involved in fun campus activities and (if living on
campus) resist leaving on the weekends.
Exercise and eat right to maintain your physical and mental
health. A healthy student is a student who learns better
and faster.
February 2008: College Success 101
Unfortunately, 50% of students entering college never
earn a degree. Stack the odds of succeeding in college in
your favor by following these tips:
Determine your best career paths and supporting college
major(s) as soon as possible to avoid changing majors or
spending extra semesters in school.
Get to know and build a support network of peers and mentors
on campus (students, classmates, academic advisors, professors,
tutors, counselors).
Get and stay organized!
Understand course requirements and assignment due dates.
January 2008: Networking
Social networking sites, like Facebook, MySpace, and LinkedIn
have now become the latest trend in employment. Students
are finding internships, summer jobs, and full-time employment
through these sites. Individuals are able to use their network
of influential contacts to introduce them to potential employers,
increasing their odds of being considered for a position.
Thousands of recruiters and employers (including all Fortune
500 companies) peruse these sites for talent. Be professional
in your profile content and communication, and also be aware
that an increase in connections can lead to an increase
in spam, raising the possibility of identity theft.
For comprehensive information on protecting your privacy,
go to: privacyrights.org
and www.scambusters.org
December 2007: Parents of High School Seniors
Check with your student's guidance counselor to determine
if there are any remaining scholarships or grants for which
your student might apply. Note: Seniors who have determined
their college major may be eligible for additional scholarships
through the college they plan to attend, associations, foundations,
or businesses. January is the month to file your FAFSA forms
(go to http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/).
For additional scholarship and financial aid information,
check out these websites:
BankRate.com
The
College Board
Federal
Student Aid
Peterson's
Princeton
Review
Direction.
Decisions. Satisfaction.
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