1. Read Your Syllabus and Attend Class
Every instructor will provide you with a syllabus; a syllabus is
an outline of your class. The syllabus will contain important
dates, instructor expectations, and instructor contact
information. Attendance policies may differ for each
class. Your instructor will expect you to be familiar with
the syllabus; please ask if you have any questions! Attend
class; your instructor will notice and will be grading for
participation.
2. College Success vs. High School Success
Expect your study time to double or even triple in college.
You will have labs, group projects, research papers and
final exams. You will balance all this with work and family.
At Sandburg you have many resources in instructors,
academic advisors, personal counselors and our Tutoring
Center. Take advantage of your support systems!
3. Get to Know Your Advisor
Your advisor will help you with course selection and
completion of your degree or certificate. You must see
your advisor to register and whenever you need to change
your schedule. Your advisor is available by phone, email
or Skype to answer questions about transfer schools,
programs, and careers.
4. Learn How to Learn
Time management is key for college students. “Last
minute” is never a good idea and will raise your anxiety
level. College level work requires you to develop your
critical thinking skills; be prepared to try new study
techniques and visit the Tutoring Center to learn new
strategies.
5. Ask Questions
Successful students ask questions. Everyone at Sandburg
is committed to helping students succeed. Instructors,
advisors and staff welcome and encourage questions
.
6. Get to Know Our Library
The Library offers many resources in addition to books and
scholarly articles. It is also home to the Tech Help Center
on the Galesburg campus. Get help with Moodle, email,
and online classes. Librarians can help you with test prep
materials and career information. They can also reserve
study rooms for you or your study group.
TIPS FOR SUCCESS
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