Welcome to York. It’s the first week of school and some of you must be freaking out. Do not worry, this week is going to be the most memorable one down the road. I have done all my shopping for school, mapped my classes and am still getting over frosh week. But there is still one thing that I need for my first week: energy! Why? Because there is still a lot to do!
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.
