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Words of Wisdom:Advice for freshmen from the CFAC Staff
Experience is a hard teacher: she gives the test first and the lesson afterwards. Therefore, learn everything you can while you are in school especially when you make mistakes. Never be afraid to ask for help since plenty of help is available at UTSA. Jim Aviles
Time management and organization are critical to your success as a college student. Get a planner and use it, and take a proactive approach to your learning. Moonsun Chong
Play hard, Study hard! College will be the fastest 4, 5, or 6 years of your life. Enjoy it, but also make it count! Vanessa Davalos
You know the saying, the early bird gets the worm? Well here is my version...He/She who registers early gets the classes! Come early and prepared to advising sessions before registration begins, and have questions written down so you don't forget them. Dainon Deviney
Your professors are valuable resources, so don’t be afraid to talk to them. You should visit your professors during their office hours and ask them for suggestions when you want to improve your grades. Sara Grafton
The techniques you used in high school to ace all of your classes are not going to work in college. Take advantage of the Tomas Rivera Center's Learning Assistance programs, like Supplemental Instruction (SI) and walk-in tutoring. Sherree Kessler
To be successful in college, students must read. The syllabus for every class should be checked daily to ensure that reading assignments are completed before the class begins.
Barbara Lamont
It’s normal for freshmen to be undecided about their majors. UTSA has tools to help them to decide. Counselors in Career Services provide career assessments and occupational information. Rhonda
O’Cana
College is a wonderful journey of growth and self development. Stay open minded and absorb all you can. Sharis Slocum
Take advantage of the resources that are available to you on campus (Advising Center, Library, Rec Center, UC, Tomas Rivera Center, Career Services…) - they are here to make your college experience better. Meet with your professors and advisors so that you have all the information you need to be successful. Kerith Stanton
Enjoy where you are now because college is a wonderful time in your life and it goes by so fast! It is the beginning of a lifelong journey of self-discovery; learning who you are away from home, and developing your own ideals. Branch out and meet new people! These new folks will end up being your lifelong friends and possibly your husband or wife! Lauren Sjulin
Reach out and connect to the UTSA community. There are so many choices at your disposal. Just reach out and let your built in support system at UTSA help you find the resources that are right for you. A strong support system both academically and personally will help to keep you balanced and on track. Kristi Benne
Take responsibility for your actions: your words, your behavior, your learning, belongs to you. While you are to be prideful about success, you cannot blame others for your failures. Joan Tsacalis
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