Published Jan 6, 2014
crushlush
8 Posts
Hey, I am new to college and have know idea what to bring on first day.
It has been about 3 years since I graduated high school.
The classes I will be taking are:
Basic Math
English I
Physcology
American Music
I have all the required books, should I bring them all? I go Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30-2:15 each of those days.
Can anyone help?
J3w3lz88
80 Posts
Take only the books for the classes you will attend on that day. You will also need a pen, a pencil, an eraser, and some paper; make sure you also take a highlighter it can come in handy!!
NICUmiiki, DNP, NP
1,775 Posts
Don't bring the books unless it's asked for. You might need your math book. Print out the syllabus from moodle, blackboard, or whatever course management system your school uses and bring it to class. Bring paper (binder or notebook), laptop, pen and pencil.
Thank you guys. One more silly question...
What are your opinions on rolling bookbags?
Do they get in the way? Are they 'nerdy'?
I don't like rolling backpacks a regular one works great, but that's just my opinion.... *^_^*
Thanks :)
DadStudentPerhaps
258 Posts
I would bring the required book for the class your attending. I would also bring paper, either in a spiral notebook or in a folder or binder. I would also bring a calculator for math class if it's allowed. Many colleges do allow calculators for certain classes. Of course, bring a pen and pencil, extra eraser, and a highlighter. A book mark is another good thing to have. Also, since it is cold and flu season, hand sanitizer is always a good thing to have. Also, I do use a rolling book bag and like it... I guess it's just a matter of choice.
Very helpful! Thanks
pmabraham, BSN, RN
1 Article; 2,567 Posts
Good day:
https://allnurses.com/pre-nursing-student/how-get-any-846733.html is an excellent article to read and do.
Here are some links that may be useful in terms of improving overall study skills, taking notes, reading text books, etc.
Note Taking Systems - Academic Skills Center: Study Skills Library - Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo
Cornell Notetaking System Explained--Textbook Study Strategy--Academic Support
Google Image Result for http://kenpitts.net/images/cornell_note_how_to.jpg
The SQ3R Reading Method
Time management
Reading University Level Materials--Textbook Study Strategy--Academic Support
How to Read Effectively in the Sciences--Textbook Study Strategy--Academic Support
How to Read and Study Medical Texts--Textbook Study Strategy--Academic Support
More About Effective Textbook Study--Textbook Study Strategy--Academic Support
An Effective Textbook Study Strategy--Textbook Study Strategy--Academic Support
How to Mark a Section of a Textbook Chapter--Textbook Study Strategy--Academic Support
Thank you.
Thank You!!!!