As fall semester starts for many HBCU students, there are many students that struggle with staying organized as well as struggle to find their perfect study method. Here are five ways to make sure that you have a successful fall semester.
1. Create a Schedule
Scheduling is so important when it comes to your success as a college student. Whether you prefer paper or digital scheduling, creating any form of a calendar will help you keep track of both your academics and extracurriculars. Top recommendations include your phone calendar as well as apps like GoodNotes and Notion.
2. Make a Priority List
A Priority List will elevate your studying as well as your scheduling when it comes to what assignments you to do first. A priority list also allows you to start big projects early as well as getting them done early!
3. Less Partying, More Studying
Party culture is a huge part of the HBCU experience and is also a students biggest distraction. Parties will always be there as well as have the same music just different things. Overall, remember you are a student first!
4. Attend Office Hours
Office hours is the best resource for you when you want to connect with a professor. I know many professors that complain that they just sit in their office alone when they have their office hours and even offer extra credit when you go! Overall, it’s beneficial to connect with your professors.
5. Have Fun!
College is going to be one of the best or worst experiences you will have, so make it your best! The “college experience” at an HBCU can shape you to become your best self, you just have to be open minded enough to let it mold you!
