The Freshman Foundation: How to Guarantee a Successful College Start
The transition from high school to college is one of the most exciting, yet daunting, leaps in a young person’s life. It represents a fundamental shift in responsibility, freedom, and academic rigor. Unlike high school, where success is often managed by others (parents, counselors, mandatory class attendance), college success is an inside job. For new students, the first few weeks are not just about finding the right classrooms; they are about laying the foundational habits and mindset that will determine the trajectory of the next four years. A successful college start isn’t about being the smartest—it’s about being the most strategic, organized, and proactive.
The Mindset Shift: Embracing Independence
The single biggest difference between high school and university is the level of personal accountability. Freshmen must internalize that their education is now their business.
Taking Ownership of the Syllabus
In high school, teachers constantly remind students of due … Read more
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