Education Strategy

The first day of college almost reminds of back in the day when you were attending High School for the first time, or if you remember, your first day of school.

While this time can be stressful, it isn’t that bad if you know what to expect.  Whether you’re going to stay on campus, or you’re going to commute to school, here’s what you should expect on your first day of college.  You will find that it won’t be as bad as you think!

Tip #1 Know where your classes are

All colleges will allow you to tour and walk around the campus, since many of them are open all year long.  Go to the college before your classes even start and learn where your classes are.  This way, you can show up on time.  The last thing that you want is to show up late.

Starting your class

On the first day of class, your professors will more than likely talk to you about the class, what they expect from you, as well as hand out a syllabus, so that you know what to expect in the future.  The first day of school is generally a orientation class and you won’t learn much.

Learn what you need to bring

If you don’t have your textbooks, don’t worry just yet.  Instead, you will learn what books you’re going to need, as well as what supplies they recommend.  Bring a pencil and notebook just in case.  You will find that others students bring laptops, but this can be a huge distraction as many just surf Facebook and their e-mails.

If you have questions – ask!

The first day is a perfect day to ask questions.  Many students are going to have them, so ask your professors about anything related to the class.  If you’re ever confused on an issue, it’s always best to ask, because another student may have the same question.

The first week of college isn’t that bad.  You will find that there are “welcome week” activities, as well as other groups to help you get to know one another.  If you want to be active on campus, I would recommend that you join groups like these.

Other than that, you will find that being on campus will be no different than middle school and high school.  Be comfortable, be prepared, and everything should be okay!

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It’s fall time and that means that it is time to leave all your friends and start a new journey in college.  Whether you’re starting your freshman year, or it’s your last.  You’re always going to get those butterflies, when you’re ready to start up your courses.

A common problem that happens with a lot of college students out there is that they either miss their friends, or they find that they miss their hometown.  This is very common and in fact, you will find that many even dump college because of this issue.

Yes, I know 4 years can seem like a long time, but like anything, you really do get used to something after a while.  In fact, I’ve known people that have loved their college so much, they end up staying in their college town to find working opportunities.

So, if you’re missing your friends, what can you do to cope with the feeling?

Take advantage of technology. Think back in the 1960s and when those students went to college.  How the heck did they keep in touch besides a land line phone or letter writing?  In today’s world, you can Facebook, Twitter, text message, and so much more.  It’s so easy to keep in touch and the Internet is a great way to take advantage.

Drive on weekends. I don’t know how far away you may be, but you will find that if you’re only 1 – 2 hours away, you can make a trip here and there.  You don’t have to go every weekend, but make an attempt to visit.

Be open minded. Think about how you

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August 26, 2010
Contact: Rhea Borja, (323) 259-1406

Starting today, Occidental College students, faculty, staff, and local residents can reserve two on-campus cars by the hour or day through Zipcar.com, the world’s leading car-sharing service.

The College partnered with Zipcar Inc. for this environmentally friendly, cost-effective transportation choice to ease local traffic congestion, lower demand for on-campus parking, and provide a convenient option to people who don’t want the high costs or hassle of owning a car.

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BUIES CREEK — Campbell University may start a new college of osteopathic medicine.

University trustees have approved a feasibility study and hope to decide by next May. If approved, the new professional school would enroll its first class in August 2013.

The university has been studying the idea for a while, and trustees have approved funding for a dean, consultants, architectural planners and other resources.

Osteopathic physicians are licensed doctors who take a holistic, hands-on, patient-centered approach and work to eliminate obstacles so the body can heal itself.

Though more than 800 osteopathic doctors practice in North Carolina, this would be the state’s first school for osteopathic medicine, according to Campbell officials.

Nationwide, there are about 55,000 licensed osteopathic doctors, and about 4,000 more enter the work force each year, according to the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine.

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