Admissons


Ideas for Surviving the Freshman Year

* Go to class! The worst thing you can do is miss a class.

*  Learn the campus and the opportunities that exist for you.

*  Be considerate. Selfishness has no place at college.

*  If you commute to college, don’t just stop in for classes. Stay on campus and get involved.

*  Set a goal for your grade point average (GPA).

*  Budget time for yourself – study time, class time, rest and recreation.

*  Accept constructive criticism.

*  Realize that being a full time student is a full time job.

*  Communication skills are critical – both written and verbal. Express yourself intelligently

*  Know the names of all your professors and where their offices are located.

*  Visit with your academic advisor at least once per semester.

*  Develop a sense of belonging, get involved, and make friends.

*  Be patient with yourself.

*  Make your own decisions.

*  You are in school for your own education – not someone else’s.

*  Know where you can receive academic assistance. (Academic support center, TRIO, Wausau Homes Writing Center)

*  Sleep is very important. Staying up too late can take its toll on morning classes.

*  Learn and follow university rules and procedures. Learn how to use your campus email and check it at least once per week.

*  Be prepared for some homesickness. It goes away eventually.

*  Keep lines of communication open. Talk with parents, friends, advisors and teachers.

*  Know your academic situation before the withdrawal period.

*  Treat other people with respect.

*  Accept responsibility for yourself and your behavior.

*  Fully understand that you have a tremendous amount of freedom – do not abuse it!

*  Learn to communicate in the classroom.