By Samantha Padilla and Brandon Cummings, Oct. 4, 2022

As a first-year school scholar, school can change into overwhelming, contemplating it’s a complete new atmosphere and one step nearer to adulting. With one month of the semester achieved and midterms arising, Cal Poly Pomona upper-level college students share some useful tips and sources that present incoming first-year college students can make the most of to make their school expertise extra accessible. 

 

Michael Akosah | vitamin and well being scholar

“A good place to find helpful recourses is the Student Success Central, which is an online resource where several resources are listed such as advising/academic resources and the academic calendar, as well as several other valuable resources.” 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Padilla ROTS b6 02 scaledLeslie Perez | psychology scholar

“I would advise you to keep track of all your assignments and due dates and talk to the professor if you don’t understand something. I feel like many people are probably just scared to approach the professor or even classmates.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

Padilla ROTS b6 03 scaledWendy Sandoval | structure scholar

“I like scheduling time with my peers and friends to work on projects and homework because it helps me keep myself accountable and keep each other accountable. Even when life gets super crazy or many things are just on my plate, I like having a scheduled time to work on homework.”  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Padilla ROTS b6 04 scaledDeshol John | business technology and operations management scholar

I would say time management is a big one to manage your time properly and then prioritize. I know it to be a little bit enticing sometimes when friends say they want to get together for taco Tuesday. But we need to make sure school becomes a priority before going out with friends. 

 

 

 

 

 

Padilla ROTS b6 05 scaledMariela Gomez | normal music scholar

“The Learning Resource Center helped me, and I wish I had done it sooner because I struggled academically and received the extra help I needed. Another tip I would advise is to review the PowerPoint slides before class and get a general understanding of what the lesson will look like for that day.” 

 

 

 

 

 

Padilla ROTS b6 06 scaledEmil Rogers | laptop data methods scholar

“One thing I will say is finding study groups and networking with people in your major. Build relationships with people in your classes. It will certainly make things easier if you get things done together. Do not stress too much about exams like midterms. Just find time to prepare properly, and you will be fine.” 

 

 

 

 

 

Padilla ROTS b6 07 scaledDavid Obah | electrical engineering scholar

“Stay on top of your work and consistently attend your classes. Show up to class so you can always be aware of what is happening regarding lectures and PowerPoints. Also, do not be afraid to use campus resources. You can schedule appointments, and they can help you with whatever you need help with. Stay on top of your work, and always ask for help. There are multiple resources here on campus to help you. 

 

 

 

 

Padilla ROTS b6 08 scaledAaron Romero | electrical engineering scholar

“You are going to have interesting professors. Some may be hard on you but keep your head up. As far as study tips are concerned, do not burn yourself out. School can be a lot, and we can get caught up in so much. Remember to take breaks here and there and have fun while learning.”  

 

 

 

 

 

Padilla ROTS b6 09 scaledNick Gutjahr | economics scholar

“I personally try to take good notes on my iPad, so I try to make as many notes as possible during the lectures. I also study the slides, look at the PowerPoints and do my small maps where I have every topic. I structure it that way, so my advice would be to structure it like a map. If you look up a country or different states, you have different areas, so every subject is divided into different topics.  

 

 

 

 

Padilla ROTS b6 10 scaledRichard Arce | social work scholar

“I would advise making friends in each course, creating study groups, helping one another and using campus resources for extra help. Sometimes it’s hard balancing our school and personal life, but as long as you create balance, you’ll be fine. Remember that it’ll be worth it in the end, and don’t stress the small stuff.” 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Feature picture courtesy of Lukas Blazek

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