College not only provides students with new academic
challenges -- it also gives them a valuable education
about life. Encourage your student to do some homework
before she arrives on campus so that she'll be able to
easily manage the new challenges and changes college
inevitably brings about.
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The campus housing specialists at Rutgers University have
seen and heard it all. Through years of helping students
settle into residence halls, the staff has developed a
keen sense for what is and is not needed for on-campus
living.
To help students and their parents avoid packing the
contents of their homes for the big move to campus,
Rutgers experts have created a checklist, from A to Z, of
things they should be sure to bring, and suggestions on
what to leave home. Roommates should discuss dividing the
responsibility for bringing certain items such as
televisions, telephones, rugs and audio equipment before
arriving for the start of the semester.
Reduce Freshman Jitters
New friends. Fresh surroundings. Increased
responsibilities. Freshman year is filled with exciting
new experiences, but it can also cause students to feel
anxious and stressed.
BEAT HOMESICKNESS:
Don't feel like you have to cut yourself off from family
and friends to be independent or grown-up. Stay in touch -
call, Skype, or email. Talk to others - find a comfort
zone.|
EVERYTHING IN MODERATION:
Respect your body's need for food, rest and a normal
routine.
GET PHYSICAL:
Exercise is a great way to manage symptoms of anxiety or
sadness. Aerobic activity naturally changes body chemistry
making it more difficult for the body to feel stress and
feeling better physically can help you stay calm and
rational. Exercising offers a chance to socialize and meet
new people.
GET ORGANIZED/ BE REALISTIC:
It's easy to get overwhelmed, so try to keep things in
perspective. Keep a "to do" list, be flexible and set
smaller, more realistic goals.
PLAN AHEAD:
Reduce uncertainties before school starts. Visit the
campus and talk to your roommate and upper
classmen before
moving in.
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