It is important to know where things are around your campus. Walk around a get a feel of the beauty you got to withstand for 4 years.
It is wise to go interact with your professor during their office hours, before or after lectures. You may get a feeling of what the professor is expecting from his students during evaluations and tests.
THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT!!!!
You know the drill. Study isn’t everything. Get yourself involved in clubs, organizations and activities that interests you.
There are very interesting poster, clothes sale and club sign ups in the UC.
Guelph offers a 45 dollar/semester membership to use their facilities and their lessons. It is TOTALLY WORTH IT. It’s a good way to relax and stay fit during your freshman year. And of course, it is important to avoid the freshman 15
You may miss an important hint the professor give regarding what will be questioned on the exam. And you don’t want to miss it.
It would be a good idea to consult an experienced individual regarding the courses you take in the first year and how you can manage your time.
Go have some good food!!
Get some academic help from upper year students by joining their SLG classes. It is smaller and helps a lot.
Need more academic help from professionals, use the library’s resources such as the Learning and Science Centre.
It’s a good way to make friends and for a study group to get more academic help before any evaluation
It’s better to know your professors before signing up for their lectures during course selection time.
Some professors prefer teaching with the help of books while some don’t, Try finding out what your professor prefers before spending 1K on textbooks.
The learning commons is especially busy when assignments are due. I would recommend that you book your appointment beforehand.
Are you a coffee holic? Collect the stand cards which will allow you to get the 11th coffee free. It’s a good way to save some bucks.
Don’t be afraid of online classes. It may not be the traditional style of learning but it’s worth a shot.
If you want to fall asleep and wake up regretting it, DO NOT STUDY ON YOUR BED.
Make a list of items you need to complete for the week. Keeping a calendar avoid you from forgetting things.
Make a strategic timetable as to what you want to tackle during the hour.
Have some alone time, do yoga or meditate. Keeps you from stressing out especially during midterm and final season.
Sitting ahead of class has always been beneficial especially in terms of attentiveness and gaining more knowledge.
Some things are better learned in study groups.
I know, there may be days you just don’t feel like going to classes. Keep in contact with someone in the class to catch up on material and notes.
Pay attention in class and avoid using your phone.
It is a good way to meet new people and are exposed to a new environment.
Is important to find one before midterm and final season in order to get there before it is occupied.
Winter is coming soon. Be well prepared with appropriate boots and winter clothing to avoid any accidents. Especially the walk from War MEM to Johnston.
When you have 5 mins transition time between classes, or you are running late for class, find a shortcut to avoid being late.
Even though Guelph is a safe community, it is always good to have the app.
It’s a good way to be introduced to a new sport, and meet new people.
Once you are enrolled as a University of Guelph student, you could use their Health and Dental facilities. So if you are living on campus and get sick or come down with a fever; fear not! We got you covered.
Courselink a very important online platform where professors connect with you outside of class. It is important to understand how it works so you have all the information required for the designated course.
This is a very useful website to inform you on the opportunities of joining clubs and organization. They notify you on the days and time the meeting are held.
Prairie offers different types of food every day. Once you can find Chinese food, Mexican, Italian, continental etc.
Before you know it, first year will be over. It is important to start thiking of what your plans are going to be for next year. Will you be living on campus, of campus, with your parents, get an apartment and so on.
It always looks good on your resume.
You never know when you will have an amazing opportunity knocking on your door, so be prepared.
We all know how expensive universities can get. Work hard and maintain a certain average in order to gain scholarships and bursaries throughout your academic years at Guelph.
AGAIN!! Looks good on your resume
These are the years you never want to forget. Whether it may be a bad day or a god one, write everything down. One day you will look upon the book and reflect on the ups and downs you went through in university.
Recently University of Guelph hosted a Work fair Program. It was a great opportunity to go and introduce yourself and make connections.
This is an important worth ethic which will develop throughout university and later help in further studies.
You already know this one!!! LOL
Make some memories.
They miss you too and I know you miss them too.
Who doesn’t want to have mom’s homemade food and sleep on your heaven like bed?
Progression is made when mistakes are avoided. Try to work in such a manner that you avoid making the same mistakes again and again. Learn from them and don’t repeat it.
It is always good to know someone who has been through the same situation as you have. They could potentially be your helping hand and guide you through this important and crucial stage.
Remember, University can be stressful but always have fun!
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