Step by step, we prepare ourselves for yet another semester at KSU. Whether you have just finished high school, or you are a returning student, you might not have completely figured out how to manage your schedule. College comes with many freedoms, but through trying to explore them, we may end up putting class, minor assignments and sleep on the back burner. In all honesty, it does not have to be that way. We may not be able to do it all, but we sure can get the most of our college experience.
The best way to keep track of everything is to become organized. Whether it is by using a planner, agenda or phone app it will definitely help keep your life on track. When it comes to a planner, the Kennesaw Bookstore has a nice variety. Some sport true school spirit while others have unforgettable designs. These are affordable and unique enough to keep you on top of your assignments and special dates.
If you are more tech savvy, there are several apps that can be tailored to enhance your personal experience. One of my favorites is Google Calendars. You can designate separate colors to calendars within the app and set it up where you can see all or some of the created calendars at once. You can even easily link your KSU email with the calendar because Google powers it. It is available in all major app stores for computers, tablets and cellphones.
Once you have a platform for keeping track of your life, now all you have to do is keep up with it all. Get yourself a tangible copy of your syllabus. Keep it in your binder or pin it up by your desk. The key is to see it every day. As soon as you can, before the coursework gets too rigorous, record everything on your planning platform. You should know what assignments are coming well ahead of time. Know which weeks are going to be heavy and light. When you have free time, get the assignments out of the way giving yourself more peace of mind and less mental breakdowns.
College is supposed to be fun and everyone knows that spring semester is the best. It’s halfway to summer, you have spring break and there are many fun campus activities. Classes are important and getting an education is crucial. Preparing for the semester is the best way to ensure you are having the time of your life. You won’t have to worry about late night cram sessions. There will be no question of missing or late assignments. Most importantly with all the good grades you will be earning, you will have even more of a reason to go out and celebrate. Don’t be that person who is stuck at home when all of your friends are out having fun.
