Now that August has started and school shopping sales are glaring out through every media possible, you can’t help but think about heading back to school. Dorm room assignments and class schedules are set and the return date to head back to school is circled on the calendar or plugged into your iPhone! Get your shopping done now, to avoid the crowds and take advantage of those deals.
I am sure some of you are excited to get back to school to see friends and professors and to continue working on interesting and motivating projects while others are not as excited. For those of you who are hesitating to even entertain the thought of returning, reflect on what is preventing you from enjoying your time at school and take action!
If you would like to meet more people:
Join a club (service clubs can be an internal booster and motivator and members are usually outgoing and friendly).
Join an intramural sports team.
Introduce yourself to classmates.
For those of you who worry about the academic demands:
If possible, take an advanced look at each syllabus to see what your professors have in mind for the semester.
Look up the tutoring center on campus. Almost every college has one and the students who attend tend to perform quite well on tests and quizzes and have overall strong grades!
The most important thing you can do is be active — reach out and ask for help. Yes, you might encounter a professor who does not respond with the sincerity you would expect, but they are the exception. Most want to get to know their students!
Enjoy the rest of your summer, make the most of it by working, spending time with friends and family, and trying something new! Life is full of adventures, but you have to create them!