Transition into College UCR Summer Bridge 2013

Transition into College High School No Cost Tardy Bells Absences the teacher provides you with missed assignments The school calls home Counselors register students for classes Parking is Free College Students are responsible to pay No Tardy Bells Absences it is your responsibility to get the notes from a classmates No follow up call Schedules are self-generated Student is responsible to pay for parking Limited parking

Transition into College Emotional Challenges: Starting college represents a significant move towards adulthood... Your are an adult now! The move also represents an emotional separation for both parents and child.

Transition into College Stress A 2009 survey of 40 randomly chosen four-year colleges and universities found that 85% of the 2,240 undergraduates interviewed experience stress on a daily basis (up from 80% in 2008).

Transition into College Getting Involved: New set of friends Builds a strong bond among classmates Fosters relationships with individuals with similar interests Makes the college transition easier Helps you to feel comfortable at school

Transition into College The Learning Environment: You are no longer a passive learner Extra time outside of class is needed to study Class participation is key to success You can voice your thoughts and disagree; this is not deviant behavior Larger class sizes (100+ students) Completing assignments is up to you. Professors will not hound you to turn them in.

Transition into College Social Life Balancing academic and social life is key Time management is important Prioritize your activities Study groups with classroom peers can be helpful

Transition into College Roommates: Can be a great benefit Can help you to adapt to college life because you are adapting together You immediately have someone who can go to the dining hall with Can help form a social network Should respect each other’s opinions, customs and feelings Should discuss problems as they arise

Transition into College What to Eat/The Freshman 15 Eat a balanced diet Eat a variety of fruits, vegetables and grains Limit saturated fats Make lean, low-fat or nonfat choices when possible Avoid late night foods/snacks Exercise to help manage your weight

Transition into College Making Your Own Choices Recognize your limitations Beware of peer pressure Skipping classes can hinder learning Take control of your own education: think of yourself as a scholar. Need help? Visit Health Service or talk with the campus counselor