If you have test anxiety or need to deal with stress management, the Counseling and Psychological Services Center runs free workshops. If you are having academic difficulty, you may have an undiagnosed learning disability. The Disabled Student Services program offers diagnosis and special assistance to students. Taking courses like aerobics, weight training, self defense, bowling, sailing, karate, social dance, golf, surfing, yoga, kayaking, backpacking, or mountaineering through the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education are great stress relievers. If you are a first-generation college student you may choose be paired with a faculty mentor through the Partners for Success Program.
Faculty are really interested in the subjects they teach.
This is their life. You will make a positive impression if you take an active interest in the subjects you are learning. Don't wait until you are having difficulty in a class to visit the faculty member during office hours. Faculty want you to be successful in their classes. Learn effective time management skills, keep a daily planner so that you know when papers are due and when exams are scheduled, keep up on your reading, and plan ahead for final exams.