Lake Land College takes pride in providing all the information you need to graduate! Now that the new semester has started let’s look over some tactics you can follow to make sure you make it through the year stress free.
Staying organized is a very important key to help ensure you do not miss any assignments and their due dates. Camryn Lee, majoring in Early Childhood Education at Lake Land College (LLC), mentioned, “I keep up with work by having multiple calendars. I think it’s important to visualize what is due that week. That definitely helps me.” Doing things such as planning in a planner or calendar as Lee mentioned, can severely help you stay on track and even help you get a good grasp on time management. This way you can better plan that girl’s night out without having to miss out on assignments.
Holding yourself accountable is another important aspect to have. Without self-discipline, forgetting assignment due dates is more likely to happen. Nicole Belles, majoring in Ultrasound Technician mentioned, “When I have an assignment, I remind myself that I shouldn’t let it be late and that I should get it done as soon as possible.” Doing things such as these helps Belles stay on track and stay motivated. Greta Ballinger, majoring in Nursing and minoring in Biological Science, revealed, “I stay focused in school by sitting in the front and putting my phone in my bag.” Being able to put a wall between you and any distractions is great to help you stay focused and unbothered. Finding common ground in a classroom can also become very helpful, Ballinger claimed, “I also think it’s nice to find one person you have many classes.” Finding someone you can pass thoughts back and forth with can help you better understand the topics being explained and feel more comfortable in the classroom.
Asking your professor questions when you do not understand a lesson is also important, it can help you save time and better understand later material. Ethan Grant, majoring in Information Technology Programming at LLC, mentioned, “Engaging with the teacher and picking their minds to better understanding the subject at hand.” It is a tactic he uses to improve his understanding of the lessons being taught. Aisha Salami, majoring in Business Admin, also claimed, “It is easier for me to focus in school because the teachers are nice and there is Student Life if I ever need help which helps a lot.” Salami mentions the Student Life Office at LLC, which is an office that can also help answer any questions you have, as well as the TRiO, Student Support Services, office right next door. LLC Human Resources office is a great place to ask questions too.
College can be stressful, but with some changes or new additions to your school routine courses can seem a little easier. Take it step by step, stay focused and stay organized. Welcome back college students and enjoy your semester!
