Life Kit Ace Your Freshman Year of College
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Sep 21, 2023 
Alyssa Nadwerny, an NPR education correspondent, shares her insights on surviving your first year of college. She discusses the emotional rollercoaster of starting college, from excitement to homesickness. Key tips include strategic course planning to set the foundation for graduation and the importance of utilizing professor office hours for mentorship. Nadwerny also highlights the value of building support networks among peers and advocating for oneself, which can dramatically enhance the college experience. Tune in for practical advice infused with humor!
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Purposeful College Attendance
- Go to college with a clear purpose and end goal in mind.
- Avoid going just because of external pressures, and consider the financial investment.
Strategic Course Selection
- Plan your courses strategically, considering credit requirements and major prerequisites.
- Meet with an advisor and use online resources to understand workload and course content.
Connect With Faculty/Staff
- Connect with a faculty or staff member for support and guidance.
- This could be an advisor, librarian, or any adult connected to the college.