Transitioning from High School to College By: Tori Gonzalez
Dec 27, 2015
Teachers will constantly be on you
Teachers will ask why you were absent
HAVE to go to school Schedules are made for
you Don’t have to try as hard Can go without
studying/doing homework
Professors don’t care Professors won’t
notice It is optional to go You make your own
schedule Have to work at
making the grades Have to do homework
and study
You may be very different from your roommate
Participate in activities in the dorm Meet new people There are dorm rules Some people leave their door open Talk with your roommate If you have problems, talk to the RA
Roommates and Dorm Life
Depends on what kind of person you are -morning or afternoon Class load -how many hours to take Professor choices -rate my professor -talk to friends -other classmates
Class Choices
Going to have a lot of time on your hands Need to prioritize Make sure to read Take good notes Set time aside to study Study ahead of the tests
Time Management
Check both everyday Professors email a lot about class and
assignments Professors talk through blackboard Help and instructions on there as well Some assignments are on there
Blackboard & Emails
Talk with professors Get tutoring if needed Meet with advisors Go to study sessions Talk to the TA’s for extra assistance Attend office hours Email professors
Seeking Help