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What do tools do i need to help me prepare for college?

I am a high school senior who is getting ready to enter her freshman year of college, my name is Kailey Lasley and i am 18 years old #college #student #high-school #college-advice

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Paul’s Answer

Congratulations on taking this important step towards your future! Now, as far as your question is concerned, I'm assuming that when you say "tools" you're not talking about physical items that you need to bring along with you. I'm going to assume you referring to those particular attributes or skills that you need to have in order to get the most out of your college experience. So in my opinion you need the following:

Great Study Habits: You are an adult now. Your parents will not be around to tell you when it's time to study or start your projects so you will need to be responsible enough to know when it's time to focus. I recommend designating a specific time of the day that is allotted for studying so it becomes a habit.

Organization: You will be trying to juggle classes, homework, projects, clubs and other social events. It's going to be important to be well organized so you don't miss deadlines. I recommend using your cell phone to set-up reminders for due dates.

Open Mind: You're going to meet a lot of people from all walks of life and their opinions and beliefs might not exactly align with yours. That doesn't mean you can't be friends with these individuals but in order to get to know them and expand your social circle and network, you will need to accept them for who they are and vice versa.

Inner Circle: If you surround yourself with like minded people who are focused on getting good grades and bettering themselves, some of that will rub off on you which will help you succeed.

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Chris’s Answer

Hi Kailey!

That's a great question. I would make sure you have good organization tools for when you head off to college:

  1. Calendar - get used to putting things in your calendar, especially assignment due dates after you get a syllabus. Set reminders for a week or so out and then about two days out so you don't forget. This can be a life saver!
  2. Reminders - find a good reminder app on your phone. iPhone actually has a pretty good one. This will allow you to quickly jot down things you need to do that day.
  3. Maps - make sure you have your maps app dialed in. This will save you if you're navigating a larger campus.
  4. Note taking - everyone takes notes different but find a way that works for you. Focus on what helps you retain the most information. I started college by taking notes on my laptop but switched to notebooks because I wasn't retaining information from typing.

Other than that, I would just get yourself ready to read A LOT. If you have some time before you start school, get in a rhythm of reading on a daily basis. If you're feeling good with that, read two books at a time - one in the AM and one in the PM. This will help get you ready for the reading workload.

Enjoy college!
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M’s Answer

Hi Kailey! Great question! The biggest tool I would recommend would be to implement an agenda/planner. Staying organized with multiple classes, by setting reminders for deadlines will be a great asset as you start college. Additionally, using this as a resource in your daily life, then into your work life will reflect in the quality of work you end up delivering. Good luck, wishing you all the best!
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Linda’s Answer

My suggestions would probably be considered "qualities" rather than "tools." So, in addition to the recommendations you've already been offered, prepare to be flexible and curious. Flexibility, because academics and college life will have unexpected twists and turns. It won't necessarily go as you may have planned. So you must be prepared to be flexible to accommodate to the changes in your life. Cultivate your curiosity by involving yourself in activities and engaging yourself with ideas to which you had not previously been exposed. It's fun.
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