The first few weeks of school usually offers so many opportunities to ask for help and support or to meet new friends/classmates – which really makes a difference. After my first day back I have: found a partner to study with, asked for help with some confusing course material, grabbed a coffee during the break, and most importantly, found someone I know  in my class!

I never miss a class in the first few weeks. I try to get to know my professors and if I don’t like that class, I change it right away. Just like Cynthia said in her last blog, I have never regretted changing classes.

I also tend to make a list of things I need to do every school year, or things that I didn’t do last year. Time management is at  the top of my “goals” list this year. I work part-time and study at the same time. It is sometimes hard to finish school work by their due dates because I get caught up with all sorts of other things. But that’s what the university experience is all about. I need to set goals, get focused and get done with it. School work is always a priority.

Most importantly I make sure I am getting enough sleep and I am eating well. It simply allows me to seize opportunities and do everything on time.