Here are my
thoughts on how to succeed in college:
All Colleges
are not the same—I can only give my personal experiences in how to succeed in a
big University.
I am
currently a fourth year (senior) at UCLA. I love UCLA, and feel it was the best
school I could choose for myself. I initially wanted to attend a small school
but I'm glad I'm attending a huge school like UCLA. Sometimes it might be
frustrating that my classes are huge with over 200 students but I've become
used to it.
Going to a
large university pushes you to become independent very fast, something that I
like. There are no parents around to tell you what to do, when to do it, and
how, you are on your own. This can be awesome for some and detrimental for
others, if you are attending a big university or hoping to you have to be aware
that the best way to succeed in such school you have to be self-motivated and
have some type of self-structure. There is tons of freedom and at the same time
you have to be responsible of your deadlines, papers, midterms and finals. The
best way to keep myself organized is as simple as having an agenda (it's an
essential).
Another
essential for succeeding at UCLA is surrounding yourself with people you have
in common with, such as study groups, and people who might have similar
backgrounds as yours to not feel homesick. At UCLA I have met other people who
have similar goals to mine, I've met these people in extracurricular
groups/clubs and I've came to create great bonds with some of these people.
A third
essential at succeeding in college I believe is keeping yourself busy, if you
have free time don't waste it, find a small job or an internship, these open
doors, serve as recommendations, or let you explore different careers.
overall, do
what's best for you and look out for you. And NEVER be scared to ask questions
or ask for help because there are others who are always willing to help you.
If anyone
has any questions you can email me at:
adrianaram2119@yahoo.com
or text me 510-367-8285
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