So, you made it to college! Now what? College is full of new opportunities and new challenges for you. You Made It, Now What? A College Student's Guide to Success offers strategies that will help you develop your path to success whether your college is large or small, and regardless of your personal background or your educational experiences up to this point. We know that ALL students, including you, can achieve success in college! We encourage you to get started with successful habits now, so that you can earn your college degree, and then reap the benefits of a happier, healthier, and more financially comfortable life.The trick to immediate college success is making good choices and developing the essential skill sets that are proven to lead to successful outcomes. This workbook gives you an avenue for self-discovery through activities and reflective practice, as well as a step-by-step approach to college success skills that are practical, directly applicable to your college experience, and tailored specifically for you. The skills and habits you will encounter in this book are all supported by real student experiences. These include not only the most recent best practices in college and life success, but also testimonials from students who have already achieved success as a result of the same practices.You have made an important investment in your future by enrolling in college. Follow the steps in this book to make your college experience as enjoyable and rewarding as possible!
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- Chapter 1: Getting Settled and Starting Strong
- Welcome!
- What is College Success?
- How to Use this Book
- Getting Ready for Your First Week of Classes
- Grit, and Why it Matters
- How Gritty Are You?
- Grit and Goals
- College vs. High School
- Tips for Making a Successful Transition to College
- Assuming Responsibility and Creating Opportunity
- Avoiding a Victim Mindset
- You Choose What to Bring with You
- Managing Family and Old Friends
- The College Syllabus
- Time Management and Your Study Plan
- Be aware of how you spend your time
- Avoid distractions
- Make a to-do list
- Establish a routine
- Use a planner
- A note about study time
- Take time off daily and weekly
- A Basic Success Plan
- Student Conduct and Civility
- Getting Involved with Student Life Early and Responsibly
- Creating a Living Space Agreement with Your New Roommate
- Chapter Summary
- End-of-Chapter Activities
- I. Syllabus Analysis Activity
- II. Time Tracker Activity
- III. Monthly Planners
- IV. Weekly Planners
- V. Roommate Agreement
- ReferencesChapter 2: Foundations for Success
- Introduction
- The Iceberg Model of the Self
- University and College Organizational Structure
- Colleges vs. Universities
- Common College and University Organizational Structure
- College Cultures
- A Brief History of Higher Education in the United States
- Normal Schools
- Historically Black Colleges and Universities
- Tribal Colleges and Universities
- Hispanic Serving Institutions
- College and University Mission and Value Statements
- College Traditions
- Athletics
- Faculty at Your College or University
- Communicating with Faculty and University Staff
- College Vocabulary
- Activating Your Brain for Learning
- Inquiry-Based Study: Asking Questions and Talking it Out
- Overcoming Stress for Better Learning
- Here is an example of how stress affects learning
- Setting SMART Goals
- Self-care: Taking Good Care of Yourself
- Nutrition
- Physical Fitness
- Stress Management
- Sleep and Rest
- Homesickness
- Common Barriers to College Success according to Research
- Chapter Summary
- End-of-Chapter Activities
- I. Attend Office Hours
- II. Write a Professional Email
- III. Practice De-Stressing
- IV. Be a Social Learner
- V. Create SMART Goals
- VI. Wellness Check
- ReferencesChapter 3: Using Your Resources
- Introduction
- Asking for What You Need
- Academic Advising
- General Education
- Majors
- Minors and Concentrations
- Course Delivery Options
- Career Centers
- University Registrar
- Student Records
- University Catalog
- University Academic Progress Standards
- University Calendars
- The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA)
- Revisiting Material From Ch 1: Ready for Midterms
- Financial Aid and Scholarships
- Forms of Aid
- Credit Cards
- Being a Smart Consumer
- Working While in College
- Accessibility Resource Centers
- Emotional Support or Counseling Centers
- Gender and Multicultural Support Centers
- Student Health Centers
- Recreation Centers
- Chapter Summary
- End-of-Chapter Activities
- I. Create a midterm study plan for each class
- II. Make A Monthly Budget
- III. University Service Scavenger HuntChapter 4: Engaging with Student Life Outside of the Classroom
- Introduction
- Finding Your Hidden Potential
- Knowing Yourself / How You Fit In
- Active Engagement
- Opportunities for Active Engagement Outside of the Classroom
- Campus Events
- Student Clubs and Organizations
- First-Year Experience
- Student Government
- Residential Experience
- Service Opportunities
- Chapter Summary
- End-of-Chapter Activities
- I. Personality Inventory Revisit
- II. Engage with a Campus event, Club, or Program
- III. Wellness Check
- ReferencesChapter 5: Building your Success Toolkit
- Introduction
- Developing Self-Empathy and a Growth Mindset
- Next-Level Academic Skills
- Understanding How You Learn
- Planning and Goal Setting
- Content and Process Goals
- Note-Taking Strategies
- Outline Method
- Cornell Notes Method
- Visual Notetaking
- Lecture Transcription
- Annotated Slides
- Taking it up a Notch
- Active Listening
- Reading at the College Level
- Test Preparation
- Different Types of Tests
- Multiple Choice: Choosing Answers
- Matching Tests: Factual Knowledge
- True-False: Two Choices
- Completion: Blanks You Fill In
- Essay Questions: Organize Ahead
- Chapter Summary
- End-of-Chapter Activities
- I. Grit Revisit
- II. Try a New Note-Taking Method
- III. Test Preparation Checklist
- References 166Chapter 6: Mindfulness
- Introduction
- Letting Go
- Emotional Intelligence
- Cognitive Distortions
- How Your Emotions Affect Your Learning
- Your Network and Emotional Fuel
- Overcoming Delays and Detours to Achieving Your Goals
- Building Resilience
- Saying "No"
- Making Effective Decisions
- Overcoming Anxiety and Stress
- Breathing Technique for Reducing Anxiety
- Hope
- Chapter Summary
- End-of-Chapter Activities
- I. Wellness check
- ReferencesChapter 7: Continuing the Journey
- Introduction
- Revisiting Goals
- Study Habits Self-Assessment
- Staying Motivated
- When Your Motivation Needs a Boost
- Passengers and Drivers
- Preparing for Finals
- Registration and Advising at the End of Term
- Summer and Winter Terms
- Making Housing Plans for Next Year
- Accessing Financial Aid for the Next Academic Year
- Final Thoughts
- End-of-Chapter Activities
- I. Goals Self-Assessment
- II. Staying Motivated
- III. Finals Study Planner
- IV. Cost of Living Activity
- References
