Becoming Fearless Freshman At Presley University

The freshman year is the most important as it sets the roadmap for the college and career. The first few weeks guide you through the university’s processes, knowing your faculty and making lifelong friends.

No student is aware what is going to happen at the university so find below some tips from Presley University to help you kick off your college right and get into good habits. 

• Embrace The College Transition:

Be open to new things and new changes. Accept the new environment, encounter new experiences, staying away from home, sharing your room with stranger and using communal bathrooms. The more open you are, the more you will gain from new things. Make goals for yourself. 

• Learn How To Manage Your Time:

You will indeed have a lot of free time but this is where many freshman falter. Learn to structure your out-of-class hours to optimize your study and leisure time. By creating and sticking to your own schedule, you won't fall victim to the constant wave of distractions that are often part of college life. 

• Hit The College Club Scene Wisely:

Joining a college club is very important for entering into extra- curricular activities but you should know how to manage classes and homework with it. Determine how much time you have to commit to each club and then choose the few that you are most interested in. It's always better to be fully involved in one or two clubs than to half-heartedly join 20 clubs just for résumé fodder. 

• Keep Up Your GPA:

With all the hustle and bustle that comes in the first month of school, it's important to not let your grades take a back seat. You might be taking a lot of introductory-level classes, but doing well in these classes will also help your GPA. Go to class and hit the books hard to set yourself up for success. 

• Go To Class:

Going to class not only helps reinforce the information in the textbook, but gives you a chance to get to know your fellow classmates and your professors. Also you'll be able to set yourself up for success when time comes to ask professors for help landing an internship or even a job after graduation. As an added bonus, some professors give credit just for being there.

• Call Home:

To your parents and family, you will always be the kid who needed help tying your shoes so give them a call often to let them know you're OK. They'll appreciate the updates and you'll score points for being their thoughtful child.  

• Budget Your Money:

When you first get to campus, there are the necessary expenses, such as books and supplies, but the social expenses also start to rack up. You have to learn to budget your money so that it'll make it all the way through the entire semester. If cash really gets tight, there is the option of an on- or off-campus job. This is a great way to earn some extra dough and also build your résumé. 

• Build A Support System:

Students usually have trouble adjusting to their new college lives. The best way to handle this is by creating a support system at school. Look to see if your school offers counseling or mentoring services where you can go to discuss your concerns and get advice. These services are the key to making a difficult transition smoother.

• Co-Exist With Your Roommate

If you find yourself at odds with your roommate, don't panic. There are ways to cope. First, you have to remember that you just need to co-exist. You don't need to be best friends, but you should talk to each other about any issues and then agree to take a neutral stance with one another to release any tension. If that doesn't work, try talking to your resident assistant or even your resident director. These people are trained to act as mediators and come up with solutions to make living together easier. Finally, if all else fails, you can request a room switch.  

• Don't Commit To A Major:

f you're going into school undecided about your majors, don't sweat it. Take a variety of classes to figure out what you're interested in. Most schools have requisite courses for graduation, so freshman year is a good time to take them and experiment in different academic areas.

Always remember you are not alone. Freshmen have come before you and more will come after you. Your classmates feel the same anxiety and fear that you do. This is the great thing about college -- everyone's in the same boat. All you have to do is reach out to your classmates, open yourself to new experiences, and prepare for a great four years.