How should I act on the first day of college?
New To College?
- DO. Wear your best outfit. You don’t have to be dressed to the nines, but it always helps to look well turned out.
- DON’T. Over prepare.
- DO. Polish up your social skills.
- DON’T. Be late.
- DO. Carry snacks.
- DON’T. Hesitate to explore your surroundings.
How should you behave in college?
Follow the expectations.
- Listen to your teacher and follow instructions. If you want to behave better in class, the first place to look for help is your teacher.
- Be quiet. Typically, any time after class has started, it is time to be quiet.
- Avoid sitting with friends that get you in trouble.
- Be on time.
How should I act on my first day of college?
I suggest you act more mature. Being immature may draw a quick laugh, but being mature will impress your peers and start your college life out on the right foot. The curve of your smile will go a long way toward straightening out any problems on your first day. Use your body language to act positive and engaging.
How do you make friends on the first day of college?
Make some goals for your first day. Goals can be as simple as be on time, introduce yourself to one person in each class, read through syllabi. Don’t overload yourself with things to do on the first day. Making friends in college is easy — and can be done online or in person.
How can I prepare for the first day of the semester?
Even upperclassmen and teachers can feel those nerves on the first day of a new semester! One way to help is not to rush into everything at once. Make sure not to put too much pressure on yourself for your first day — you have all week to do things like get started on textbook readings, make friends, and set up your perfect study routine!
What mistakes did you make on your first day of college?
One mistake I made only first day of college is that I was trying so hard to act smart, I came off as a fool. Don’t inflate your ego and act as though you know things others do not. Because of my mistake, I now advise students going to college not to act like know-it-alls.