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How can I be more organized in college with assignments and sports?

I struggled through high school with being organized and that is where I failed to make the most of my education. I do not want to fall into old habits when I start college in the fall. I need to learn how to manage my time more efficiently so I do not struggle through college. #time-management #organization

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Ayan’s Answer

Personal Space:
You can’t do your work if you can’t find it. That’s why it’s essential to have a dedicated study space that is clean and clutter-free. Because dorm rooms are so small, it’s important for everything -- from clothes and toiletries to books and papers -- to be in its proper place. Bunking beds can open up floor space, while lofting them can create a quiet study alcove in the space below. Using desk shelves for books and drawers for classroom materials means books and materials are always where you need them to be. And having a cleared spot for your computer even when it’s not in the room allows you to boot up and get to work at a moment’s notice.


Goals:
Setting realistic goals with measurable steps to attain them is sound strategy in and out of school. However, you need to periodically reassess your goals and adjust them to changing circumstances and deadlines. If you’ve allotted three hours for an art project that ends up taking you six, it’s time to reorganize. Likewise, when professors push back test dates, it’s time to reassess and replace intended study time with a more pressing assignment.


Calendars:
Day planners remain one of the most effective tools in a college student’s backpack. Whether you choose a traditional version or a smartphone app, it's important that all your dates and assignments are in one place. You can use your free smartphone app or purchase a more sophisticated calendar app like Sunrise, which syncs all your social media accounts -- such as Facebook and LinkedIn -- and your online calendars. TechCrunch reviewer Jordan Crook gives the app high marks as a convenient to-do list and organizational tool.


Course Materials:
Colored-coded file folders and notebooks for individual subjects keep assignments and notes organized. You can even use color to separate class days, designating hot colors--red, orange, yellow--for Monday, Wednesday, Friday classes and cool colors--blue and green--for Tuesdays and Thursdays. You can use highlighters to help you organize reading assignments and notes. Place colored sticky notes that match subject folders in your day planner as visual representation of your to-do list. Probably the most important tool for today’s college student, though, is your laptop. Using it to transfer classroom notes into word-processing documents or placing virtual sticky notes as quick reminders every time you turn on your computer puts your priorities where you can see them. You should always have a USB flash drive handy to ensure that your work is saved and available even when your computer may not be.

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Rachel’s Answer

<span style="background-color: transparent;">You have to set a routine for yourself and stick to it for the most part. Once you get into the groove of a routine it will be much easier for you to manage your time and have enough time for everything you need to do (including relaxing). Make yourself to-do lists on a weekly basis, use Google calendar or a planner to keep track of events, deadlines, and due dates. In addition to setting a routine and sticking to it, plan out relaxing activities into your day. Or set aside a time, after everything is done for the day, that you can have "me" time. I have also personally found it essential to not only find time for myself but also make use of that time in a way that is best for me and my holistic wellness. I have found the HeadSpace app to be an essential tool in helping me relax and generally feel more relaxed throughout the day, Guided meditation, even if you have a busy schedule, will make you feel more at ease and relaxed throughout the day as a whole (not just when you have the time to relax and focus on that "me" time).</span>

<span style="background-color: transparent;">Set a routine.Use Google Calendar.Set aside Me TimeWrite weekly to-do lists and use a planner.Find a peaceful and restful activity that will help you feel relaxed.</span>



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M’s Answer

Hi Dante! Balancing school and life can be difficult. However, it is all about prioritizing tasks daily/weekly/monthly. I would recommend that you get a planner (either a physical agenda or something online), or even if you want to start by just writing it down on a piece of paper or the notes app. The key is to start somewhere! At the start of a semester, write down all of your assignment due dates/exam dates on your monthly calendar. Then at the start of each week plan out that week with any due dates and when you plan to accomplish them. And then daily, you can run through and add anything necessary and cross off your list as you go! Also make sure to add any important sports related dates as well. Good luck hope this helped!
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Prashanth’s Answer

Hi,


Thank you for your query.


Few things I would focus on:
1. First and foremost a clean study table (Clean environment spreads positive energy and helps focus on what is important and would not divert attention)
2. Prioritizing the subject as High-Medium-Low based on proficiency and comfort.
3. A study board with Weekly study schedule pinned on it. (3-2-1 Model - 3 hours study for the difficult subject to 1 hour study for the easy subject)
4. Project charter - Assignment completion report
5. Sports Schedule (Practice/Match Schedule)


So based on the above points, you need to chalk out a schedule for everything you do daily not just study and sports but day to day activities which would help in better time management and also keeping things organized. Everything has to be time based and scheduled. Make it a habit and follow it religiously. Calendarize everything and anyways today's technology (mobiles, watches, etc.) are a big help in keeping up with your schedules.


All the very best.

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Simeon’s Answer

Try to figure out what your goals are in terms of grades and the essential things that you need to do at home. One of the best things you'll be able to do for yourself is learning to say "no" to things that are not a high priority. Don't forget to include fun and self-care on the list of priorities, but realize their is a difference between genuinely enjoying yourself and burning time on TV or social media.

Also, see if you have any friends, maybe on your sports teams, that would be willing to hold you accountable to reaching your goals. Ask them to text you randomly and check in to see how you are doing with studying.
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