Your first year of university can be pretty stressful \u2013 take it from someone who\u2019s already been there, done that \u2013 but there are ways to make things easier. This survival guide will give you some tips and tricks on how to make the most of your first year at La Trobe and hopefully help you with the rest of your time at uni as well. So whether you are an incoming student or a current student who just wants to brush up on some useful tips, keep reading for how to make the most of your first year at La Trobe!<\/p>\n

The Basics<\/h2>\n

Before you even start your course you\u2019re going to want to make sure you know at least the basics about what you\u2019ll be doing and what\u2019s expected of you.\u00a0Knowing from the start what will be happening throughout the semester will help you work out what you\u2019re going to need for classes, presentations, assessments and exams.<\/p>\n

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Attendance<\/h2>\n

Similarly, once the year starts, completing coursework is going to be a lot easier if you actually show up to all of your classes.\u00a0Some people like to get through the semester by just reading the lecture overview or watching\/listening to a recording rather than going to the lectures, but depending on your course you could miss out on some pretty important information. I\u2019m not saying that this is wrong or that you shouldn\u2019t do it \u2013 you do you \u2013 but things will probably be easier if you go to class.<\/p>\n

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Not being in classes also means that you don\u2019t have the opportunity to participate in discussions. Discussions can help you understand things better and allow for you to ask any questions that you may have.\u00a0Taking notes in your classes can help you understand the content and gives you something that you can easily go over later in the semester when you\u2019re preparing for exams. Some people like to make weekly summaries that can also make life easier.<\/p>\n

Learning<\/h2>\n

When it comes to your first year at La Trobe, your institution\u2019s Learning Management System (LMS) is your best friend. This is where you\u2019ll find all of your course content (think lecture slides, prescribed readings, etc.) as well as information about your assessments and supplementary content that will help you do well in your course. This is also where you\u2019ll find the Academic Integrity and Wominjeka modules.<\/p>\n

If you need academic help, Borchardt Library runs a ton of workshops to help you with things like referencing and database searching, as well as using certain programs that you may or may not have encountered before. Alternatively, you can speak to one of the Peer Learning Advisors.\u00a0Legal and financial assistance can also be found on campus if you find yourself needing them.<\/p>\n

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Lifestyle<\/h2>\n

That being said, we all know that university isn\u2019t only about hard work and being serious all the time; it\u2019s a major life experience. Most unis have their own lifestyles and cultures.
\nGetting to know people is a good thing to prioritise. If you\u2019ve got friends and\/or people you work well with in your course, then you\u2019ve got instant connections for those dreaded group projects.\u00a0Joining a club is also a great way to get involved in your uni. Not only will you meet like-minded people, but you\u2019ll also get an instant social life thanks to club events.<\/p>\n

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Final Words of Wisdom for Your First Year at La Trobe<\/h2>\n

It\u2019s easy to sit here and tell you the ideal way to survive your first year, but not everyone has a perfect experience with everything falling into place from the start. You\u2019ll probably have trouble finding your way around campus (read: the campus is a massive maze, you\u2019ll get lost multiple times) and you might even hate certain aspects of your uni life. The thing is, university is meant to be a challenge, but it\u2019s also a great life experience that sets you up for everything that will come afterwards. When I started my first year at La Trobe, I was told to just do my best and try to have fun along the way. And honestly, I think that\u2019s the best advice.<\/p>\n

Oh, and please don\u2019t swim in the moat.<\/p>\n

Share your experiences during your first year at La Trobe in the comments below!<\/h5>\n

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