Time Management 

Set Goals

Short, Medium, Long

Having goals is critical to success. Goals can be short-term such as, getting an A in a certain class. Goals can be medium-term such as, getting a degree in Kinesiology. Goals can also be long-term like, becoming a Physical Therapist. All are equally important for the reason that short goals lead to medium goals and medium goals lead to the accomplishment of long term goals. Passing grades in classes will lead to a degree in that major. That degree will lead to a job in your career.

Set a Routine 

Routine prevents burnout

Adjusting to a university setting is the most challenging part of freshman year. The best way to combat that is to set a routine. The first step is already done for you, your classes are set for every week on certain days and times that will most likely stay the same. Now the next step is up to you, what time will you study? What time will you sleep and wake up. What time will you work? Not everyday will be the same but each week should be similar. Having a set routine makes adjusting to the busy days easier to handle.

Get Organized

Stuff and Time

Being overwhelmed at times comes with a lack of organization. To start the process, throw out all unnecessary junk. All those loose papers on your desk need to be tossed out. All the papers still needed should be put in a folder. A clean desk and backpack can have psychological effects that make you feel calm and well put together. Next, find an organization tool. This includes; a planner, calendar, or electronic means, and write EVERYTHING down. Do not rely on your memory, with many assignments handed to you it is easy to forget little details. 

Prioritize and Be Wise

Free time can be productive

Your class got canceled? That's great! Use that time to review the chapter you would have discussed in class, or start the first page of your essay. Use every bit of unexpected extra time that comes out of a set routine to be productive. It is important to know what assignment is a priority. Something that is perhaps more boring to work on and is due in two weeks is more important than something fun that is due in a month.

Social Life & Relaxation

Time for Regeneration 

All work and no play makes jack a stressed, anxiety filled, and burned out college student. We down play the importance of mental downtime, relaxation, vacation, and time with friends and family. These components make for a healthy life. If we over work our mind we can actually decrease its ability to perform. Our immune system can even start acting up. Ever wonder why you get sick when you're stressed? It's your bodies way of making you take a break. So make sure to make time for relaxation.