You’ve made it through the first week of classes! But have you personally spoken with your instructors? Professors are here to help you understand content they are passionate about! Here are some tips if you are hesitant to introduce yourself:
1.
Visit
during their posted office hours or schedule an appointment with them. Their
office hours are time devoted to helping students. You don’t have to try to spontaneously
start a conversation before or after class.
2.
Prepare
to some extent for your visit. Have questions planned ahead of time, write
them down if need be. Topics could include questions about what was covered in
class, about how you did on an assignment or test, about their field experiences,
further education in their area of expertise, etc.
3. Visit with an open mind and good attitude. This
could be easier for those who enjoy the class versus student who are
struggling. But respect your professors for their experience and remember that
they are humans and were once students too.
