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College of Liberal Arts and Sciences,
Dr. Paul D’Anieri
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Forge a relationship with a professor:
The easiest way is to
go to office hours and ask questions. Every professor schedules
office hours, and students take advantage far too rarely. Senior
year when you need a recommendation is too late to start.
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Read and participate in class:
You’re spending too much time
and money to cheat yourself out of a quality education.
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Be curious:
Choose some electives in areas you know nothing
about. Preparing for a career is only a small part of why you’re here.
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Study abroad:
It will be hard to spend an extended time abroad
later, so do it now. The longer the stay, the better. You won’t
regret it.
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Talk to someone who graduated 30, 40 or 50 years ago:
Ask them what was most valuable to them in their college
experience or what they would do differently. You’ll get some
perspective on what a valuable opportunity this is — and how
fleeting it will be.
College of Nursing, Dr. Kathleen Long
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Make contact with your advisor prior to registration
each semester:
Ask to understand important tasks to be
accomplished that semester.
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Avoid outside employment unless absolutely necessary:
The curriculum is rigorous and best managed by giving it one’s
full attention.