16AB

"The Big Wrap Up"

Since I started my first semester at Southern Connecticut State University, I have learned a lot about myself.  College presents a lot more responsibility for students because there is a lot more work to do compared to high school.  It is entirely up to the student to schedule time for the classes and all of the homework that goes along with the class work.  I have learned to organize myself so that I can be prepared for my classes attend the classes, and then do the assignments in a timely and organized manner.  It is a lot for an incoming freshman because there are a lot of other things that a student can be doing.  I feel that I have accomplished my goal of time management because I have attended all of my classes, done all of the assignments and was prepared for every class.  I wanted to do a good job so that I could get good grades.  I was a little worried that I would not be able to handle the responsibilities.   Being in college has made me realize my priorities and to focus in school to succeed in life.   I am glad that it has all worked out so well for me here at Southern.  I enjoy going to school here and will continue to be a student at Southern Connecticut State University in the spring of 2014.

I also believe that certain habits help a student achieve success at college.  One of the main things is getting to bed early and getting enough rest.  Students cannot stay out every night because it will make them tired, irritable and unable to make it to class on time.  When a student gets enough sleep, they can get up early, get to class on time, and focus during class.  Many teachers take attendance so it is important to go to class.  Also, there is a lot of information given during class time so it is important not to skip classes.  Also, if I sleep well, I can do more during the day such as getting my homework done and going to the gym to work out.  Another important habit is eating right every day.  It is important to eat properly so that we can be our best every day all day.  All of these habits enabled me to complete my classes and pass.

I believe my biggest achievements this semester have been adjusting to college life.  It was a major adjustment to leave home and live at college.  This meant I had to make all new friends, adjust to a new living environment, and attend college classes. I also learned how to organize my living space so that it was more efficient.  I was very used to living at home with my family and my mother did so much for me.  Now I had to learn to become much more independent and this was very good for me.  Living independently and doing well here at Southern has given me more confidence.  I know now that I can do more on my own and this was a very big achievement for me.

When studying, I have learned to do group work instead of working on assignments and studying alone.   I have been able to make new friends by working together and we all seem to get better grades because we all help one another.  It is good to review material and help one another because we all help reinforce the concepts.  I found that in my classes, group projects were assigned and I needed to be able to work well with others in order to earn a good grade.  In group projects, each student depends on the other to complete their part and I wanted to make sure that everyone knew they could count on me for my part in a project.

I want to continue to be successful in my classes by learning from this semester.  I have gained much knowledge from my first semester here at Southern and will continue to do the things that I have discussed.  I plan on continuing to work hard on my assignments and push myself to do a better job.