Here are some helpful tips for starting off on the right foot during your first semester of college. Read the syllabus . A syllabus is a schedule of class meetings and assignments for a given course. The professor typically distributes the syllabus at the beginning of the semester to help you prepare work and reading assignments ahead of time. Visit your professor .
All instructors schedule office hours during the week.
Introduce yourself and get to know your teachers. Your professor is on your side and welcomes the opportunity to get to know you. Don't miss class. It's a simple concept. Most professors have attendance policies and missing class could mean a lower grade, despite all your other excellent efforts.