Wednesday, August 14, 2013

From High School to College: Personal Responsibility


Take personal responsibility to be both mentally and physically healthy and well:


  • Eat Right - be sure you eat meals regularly and your diet is well balanced
  • Get Plenty of Sleep - sleep needs vary by individual, but usually 7-8 hours is typical
  • Exercise Regularly - the recommendation usually is to exercise at least 3 times a week for at least 20 minutes.
  • Take Time to Relax - relieves the tension and stress.
  • Learn to Manage Your Time - plan and follow a daily schedule that includes priority time for classes, studying and assignments, exam preparation, meals, exercise, a job, and social activities.
  • Assert Yourself - Be proactive in your education, your involvement / activities, as well as with meeting others and making friends on campus.
  • Create a Budget - your income must equal or exceed your expenses.
  • Get Involved - participate in clubs and organizations, campus events, intramural, and religious groups.
  • Learn and Practice Good Study Habits - such as setting goals; learning effective reading, note taking, and test taking strategies; attending classes, completing assignments on time; and organizing your study area.
  • Learn About and Use Campus Resources That Can Help You - college counselors and advisors, health services, faculty, study skills assistance programs, tutors, local clergy, and other campus professionals.
(adapted from College Prep 101 at Oklahoma State University, http://frontpage.okstate.edu/coe/cp101/Personal%20Responsibility.htm)

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