By Mona J Casady Chapter 1 Orienting Yourself to College Getting the College Edge By Mona J Casady   Chapter 1 Orienting Yourself to College Chapter 1 Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved

This chapter should help you to: Begin the transition to college with realistic expectations Establish a support system Prepare to work efficiently Identify and locate campus resources Enhance your self-concept Chapter 1 Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved

Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved Welcome to the continuation of lifelong learning You are beginning a new chapter in this journey Chapter 1 Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved

Be Aware of Transition Issues Compared to high school, in college you will experience: More demanding courses More reading and studying More flexibility within a day’s schedule Fewer exams for a course with each exam covering more material More independence More responsibility Chapter 1 Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved

Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved Whether you live at home and commute to campus or live on campus, you will have the most satisfying experiences if you: Take the initiative to get to know others Prepare a Living Agreement Help support the needs of those with whom you live Chapter 1 Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved

Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved Work Efficiently As successful professionals do, you can maximize your efficiency as a college student by: Getting necessary office supplies Organizing your materials Obtaining important reference items Developing a records management system Create a separate file folder for each course Carry only current unit materials Filing completed unit materials after an exam Chapter 1 Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved

Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved You have many helpful resources on your campus to assist you with course work, personal business, health and physical needs, as well as leadership and social skills   Make it a priority to get to know these wonderful resources. Be an investigator! Chapter 1 Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved

Do you have any of these challenges or fears? Being homesick Taking tests Getting good grades Managing time Getting along with roommates Developing new friendships Being lonesome for friends at home Chapter 1 Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved

Do you have any of these challenges or fears? (cont’d) Deciding on a major Knowing how to take notes and study Not understanding a professor Disappointing family Balancing studies, a job, and social life Finding child care Chapter 1 Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved

Do you have any of these challenges or fears? (cont’d) Balancing school, family, and a job Having enough money Getting lost on campus Locating resources on campus If so, you are not alone. These are the most common challenges and fears of freshmen across the nation. Chapter 1 Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved

Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved Enhancing your self-concept will help you succeed in college and throughout life Chapter 1 Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved

Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved Tips for Success Maintain a good personal appearance Learn people’s names Make others feel important Choose positive reading and listening topics Commend people; give sincere compliments Chapter 1 Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved

Tips for Success (cont’d) Make eye contact Set realistic goals Use discretion in developing friendships Learn from failure Join and organization with worthwhile goals Chapter 1 Copyright 2002 Houghton Mifflin Company - All Rights Reserved