How to prepare for next semester | Photo by Jessica Fugett | The Wright State Guardian
With the new semester coming up, there are plenty of ways to get ahead of the curve and be prepared.
Personally, I love being prepared and organized but I’m not always great at actually preparing and organizing. I’ve brainstormed some of the most helpful tips for preparing for a new semester.
Email your professors
Sending a quick email to your professor introducing yourself, asking if there are any additional materials you need for the course, and expressing interest and excitement for your new class is a great way to start off on the right foot with your new professor and stay prepared for class.
Buy a folder/binder for each class
Keep all of your course materials, homework and study guides in the designated folder or binder for each class. As an extra measure, you can color code each folder/binder to match everything for each specific course you’re taking.
Read the syllabus
When your course syllabus is posted on Pilot, print it out and highlight important or key points on the syllabus. I would also keep this printed syllabus in the folder or binder I mentioned earlier so you can refer back to it as needed.
Find out where your classrooms are
Once you’ve found all your classrooms, time yourself walking from your dorm/apartment/car to each class so you know how much time to allow yourself to get to class on time.
Find study lounges
This is especially helpful if you have breaks between classes. Find a comfortable study area near your next class if you have a break, that way you won’t have to stand awkwardly outside the classroom for 45 minutes.
Plan to pack a lunch/snack
This one is also important if you have breaks between classes or if you’re like me and can’t focus very well if you’re hungry. Make sure to bring something that doesn’t need refrigerated unless you’re bringing a good ice pack. I recommend carrots and ranch, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, and cookies.
Good luck with all your classes and have a great semester. Raider Up!
